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I am new to this forum. i am usually over on the E series side.I am looking to buy an Excursion to replace my 05 Suburban.Is there anyplace I can go to ,to find the differences between model years? I am looking at LTD trim,Gas engine. Any recomendations? Newer the better?Thanks for any responses.
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A Primer on the King of SUV...Excursion
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/8...ead-first.html
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...ch-folder.html
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...of-caster.html
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...d-18-rims.html and sister thread https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...excursion.html
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...nd-string.html another sister https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/5...ypad-code.html
Please read:
Before considering an Excursion keep in mind that it is (at time of publication) a 16-21 year old vehicle. As with all older vehicles maintenance expenses are more frequent and because it is a Class II truck the parts are generally heavier and more costly. Owning an Excursion is both a privilege and a responsibility that not every driver is capable of handling. As a result of being related (very closely) to the FORD SuperDuty, parts and modification options are plentiful.
Begin FORD marketing\
Excursion is a genuine, rugged Sport Utility Vehicle on the outside with vast storage space and passenger comfort on the inside.
The Excursion was added to Ford’s SUV lineup in 1999 as a 2000 model, to address customers’ desires for a heavier-duty SUV with enhanced towing and cargo capacity.
Design
The Excursion has a rugged look, with bodyside cladding and chrome bumpers. For XLT, chrome steel wheels and platinum bodyside cladding are standard. Standard on Limited models are fog lamps that improve visibility in inclement weather. The new (’02 MY) crystalline halogen headlamps provide excellent nighttime visibility.
Numerous design elements emphasize convenience. While most SUVs offer either a liftgate or liftglass rear cargo door, Excursion combines both designs into its Tri-Panel Door System. The door has a separate lift-glass for convenient small-parcel loading and lightweight twin swing-out composite doors with no center pillar to impede vision.
The roof rack holds up to 200 pounds, giving extra cargo-carrying capability.
Package
Excursion’s size makes it the perfect fit for customers who carry a lot of people and cargo. It will seat up to nine adults, with best-in-class interior volume and interior space.
Power adjustable accelerator and brake pedals are available on all (‘03-’05)Excursion Limited models, for driver comfort. An overhead console includes auxiliary air conditioning controls, courtesy lights and space for a garage door opener and sunglasses. A mini rear overhead console incorporates duplicate controls for the auxiliary air conditioning. A cargo net attaches to four rear cargo tie-down hooks to help secure small items. A floor console, which is standard on the Limited and optional on the XLT, includes dual cup holders for front and rear passengers, a forward-mounted note-pad clip and a rear-mounted pen-pencil tray.
An auxiliary power point is located on the rear of the floor console and has four outlets (five on Limited models) enabling the use of laptop computers or other 12-volt devices.
A six-disc, in-dash CD player is available on all models. A Rear Seat Entertainment System, including a DVD player and outputs for games and headphones, is optional on the XLT Premium and Limited.
Powertrains
Excursion’s engines are tuned to deliver high peak power, with high torque at low rpm for acceleration and towing.
Excursion can tow up to 11,000 pounds when properly equipped.
Excursion’s automatic transmission also improves towing, especially on hilly terrain. Rather than a simple switch to reprogram shifting patterns, its automatic tow-haul feature employs a computer module to help adjust transmission shift patterns for hills, changes in altitude or when towing heavy loads.
A switch on the shift lever locks out the overdrive gear to obtain lower gear braking in downgrades. The transmission also has a standard auxiliary cooler for heavy-duty use.
The standard 44-gallon fuel tank delivers impressive range.
Ride and Handling
Excursion’s optional Pulse Vacuum Hublock electronic shift-on-the-fly (ESOF) four-wheel drive system is activated by a convenient dash-mounted selector switch and allows total disengagement of the front wheels. With no shift delay and a virtually silent operation, Excursion can also be shifted in or out of four-wheel drive at up to 55 mph.
Excursion’s Twin I-beam front suspension provides greater steering control and less ride harshness for 4×2 models. The Monobeam and leaf spring front suspension reduce road vibrations and improve durability for 4×4 models.
The rear suspension has been modified for durability, performance and outstanding vehicle dynamics.
Body-mount isolators help to improve overall ride comfort. Fully boxed transmission cross-members help to reduce noise, vibration and harshness reaching the passenger compartment.
The body-on-frame construction enhances structural rigidity.
Excursion has a Reverse Sensing System, which beeps increasingly more quickly as the vehicle reverses toward an obstacle, is optional on XLT and standard on Limited.
Safety and Security
Excursion offers Blocker-Beam front bumper underride protection for crash compatibility with smaller vehicles. Engineered crumple zones help dissipate impact forces in a frontal collision.
Second-generation driver and front passenger airbags add protection in a frontal collision. Steel side door beams help to protect passengers from intrusion in certain side impacts.
Other safety features include three-point safety belts in all outboard seating positions, child-safety seat tether anchors in the rear seats, and the Beltminder™ system to encourage safety belt use by the driver.
The remote keyless entry system contributes to a feeling of security by allowing doors to be locked and unlocked remotely. The key fob button also activates interior lights.
/END of FORD marketing.
Ford Excursion 2000-2005 MY Trim Levels:
XL: Government vehicle, base model, rubber flooring, cloth seats, in most cases no rear A/C, or rear vent windows
XLT: Varied options may or may not have lower cladding, leather seating
XLT: “Premium package” ’02 – ‘03 , center console, leather seats, lower cladding
XLT: SSV (Fleet) 60/40/20 cloth bench, no 3rd row seat, no rear heat-a/c
XLS: ’04 - ’05 essentially an XLT with the aforementioned “Premium” option package
Limited: ’00 – ‘05, fog lights standard, well-equipped with few options
Limited “Ultimate Group Option Package”: ’03 only, audio controls on steering wheel
Eddie Bauer: ’04 - ’05 Similar to a Limited “Ultimate” Group Option package with two tone leather seat model specific colors (Pueblo Gold), HomeLink
Limited “No Boundaries” Package: ’02 MY only, https://repository.duke.edu/dc/jwtfo...jwtad550230090
No Boundaries Group Black Monochromatic Package
- Monochromatic Black Paint
- Chrome Strip Inlay in Molding
- Crystalline Headlamps
- Reversible Cargo Mat
- Retractable Cargo Cover
- Black Illuminated Running Boards and cool chairs http://www.ebay.com/itm/2-Rare-No-Bo...YAAOSwaB5XteoY
Powertrain(s):
5.4 L Triton™ V8 Gas ’00 – ‘05 Transmission 4R110 standard on all RWD HP: 255 BHP @ 4500 RPM Torque: 323 lb/ft @ 2500 RPM
` 6.8 L V10 Triton™ 2 valve ’00 – ‘05 Transmission 4R110 standard on all 4x4, optional on RWD HP: 310 BHP @ 4250 RPM Torque: 425 lb/ft @ 3250 RPM
7.3 L Power Stroke™ Diesel ’00 - early ’03 Transmission 4R110 optional on all models HP: 250 BHP @ 2600 RPM Torque: 505 lb/ft @ 1600 RPM
6.0 L Power Stroke™ Diesel mid ’03 - ’05 Transmission 5R110 optional on all models HP: 325 BHP @ 3300 RPM Torque: 560 lb/ft @ 2000 RPM
Differentials/Drive ratio:
Dana 50, 3.73 open and limited slip, 4.10, 4.30
Suspension:
All 4 X 4 Excursions had straight axles and leaf spring suspensions front and rear all years
RWD Excursion had Twin beam with front coil spring and leaf rear all years
Wheels and Rims:
LT 265/75/R16
Differences between Ex and SD:
2005 4WD SD trucks were upgraded to coil spring front end, Excursions did not
SD has an Air Bag “On/Off” option, Excursion did not
For the most part, the Excursion is a ¾ ton SUV built on a “C” channel ladder frame similar yet different from the F250-350 SuperDuty pickup truck. From the “B” pillar forward most every part is interchangeable between the Excursion and SD. The back doors (second row) are not the same size as the SD, they are approximately 5” longer with a “less than square” frame.
Places to buy parts:
http://www.lmctruck.com/
https://www.fordpartsgiant.com/
http://www.rockauto.com/
http://parts.autonationfordwhitebearlake.com/
http://www.lkqcorp.com/en-us/Invento...2B_Aftermarket
http://www.tascaparts.com/
1.) Improve ride quality with aftermarket shocks
[img]file:///C:/Users/Owner/AppData/Local/Temp/lu142523v4zhw.tmp/lu142523v4zkj_tmp_41357b4d343b9fb5.jpg[/img]
The OEM shocks on the Ford Excursion are less than adequate. There are simply no if's, and's, or but's about it, the OEM shocks need replacing. New shocks will run anywhere from $40/ea to $150/ea, depending on how outrageous you go. The easiest, first step of improving the ride quality on the Excursion is to upgrade to aftermarket shocks. Rancho, Bilstein, KYB Monomax, and Edelbrock are great aftermarket options, and there are other brands as well.
2.) Improve handling with a rear anti-sway bar
[img]file:///C:/Users/Owner/AppData/Local/Temp/lu142523v4zhw.tmp/lu142523v4zkj_tmp_6bc725da7b1f79c0.jpg[/img]
After a couple weeks of driving, you'll notice that the Excursion feels like a really wobbly vehicle when you turn corners, switch lanes, enter/exit highway ramps, pull into your driveway, etc. Ford started including rear anti-sway bars on 2004 Excursions as a result of this. But for 2000-2003 Excursion owners, you have no such luck. (There may be a few late model year 2003's with rear sway bars, be sure to check!) All Excursions come with a front anti-sway bar. Helwig is a great aftermarket rear sway bar and can be purchased through Summit Racing or JEG's for somewhere in the ballpark of $135 including shipping, or you may find a rear sway from a junk yard at a reasonable price.
Edit: Add Caster wedge https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...of-caster.html
3.) Bigger windshield wipers!
Ford, in its infinite wisdom, equipped stock Excursions with really short windshield wipers (both front and rear). Upgrade to 22” or 24" wipers for your windshield and an 18" wiper on the rear for increased viewing area during the rain and snow. Bosch makes both a standard and premium-grade wiper in these sizes - available at any local parts store like NAPA, AutoZone, Pep Boys, etc.
4.) Remove the roof-rack sliders to save your paint
The roof-rack sliders on every Excursion will scratch the paint on your roof over time. Remove them when they're not in use to preserve your paint and to prevent rusting where the paint is rubbed away.
5.) Upgrade the transmission cooler to the 6.0 L variety
6.) Upgrade your center console cup holders http://parts.autonationfordwhitebear...ame=cup-holder
7.) Rear lift hatch supports https://www.liftsupportsdepot.com/ca...sult/?q=48154W
Exterior Measurements
FRONT TRACK: 5 ft. 8.4 in. (68.4 in.)
GROUND CLEARANCE: 0 ft. 8.1 in. (8.1 in.)
HEIGHT: 6 ft. 8.2 in. (80.2 in.)
LENGTH: 18 ft. 10.7 in. (226.7 in.)
REAR TRACK: 5 ft. 8.1 in. (68.1 in.)
WHEEL BASE: 11 ft. 5.1 in. (137.1 in.)
WIDTH: 6 ft. 7.9 in. (79.9 in.)
Interior Measurements
FRONT HEAD ROOM: 41 in.
FRONT HIP ROOM: 67.5 in.
FRONT LEG ROOM: 42.3 in.
FRONT SHOULDER ROOM: 68.3 in.
REAR HEAD ROOM: 41.1 in.
REAR HIP ROOM: 66.9 in.
REAR LEG ROOM: 40.5 in.
REAR SHOULDER ROOM: 67 in.
Power Stroke Horsepower & Torque by Model Year
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...ch-folder.html
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...of-caster.html
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...d-18-rims.html and sister thread https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...excursion.html
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...nd-string.html another sister https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/5...ypad-code.html
Please read:
Before considering an Excursion keep in mind that it is (at time of publication) a 16-21 year old vehicle. As with all older vehicles maintenance expenses are more frequent and because it is a Class II truck the parts are generally heavier and more costly. Owning an Excursion is both a privilege and a responsibility that not every driver is capable of handling. As a result of being related (very closely) to the FORD SuperDuty, parts and modification options are plentiful.
Begin FORD marketing\
Excursion is a genuine, rugged Sport Utility Vehicle on the outside with vast storage space and passenger comfort on the inside.
The Excursion was added to Ford’s SUV lineup in 1999 as a 2000 model, to address customers’ desires for a heavier-duty SUV with enhanced towing and cargo capacity.
Design
The Excursion has a rugged look, with bodyside cladding and chrome bumpers. For XLT, chrome steel wheels and platinum bodyside cladding are standard. Standard on Limited models are fog lamps that improve visibility in inclement weather. The new (’02 MY) crystalline halogen headlamps provide excellent nighttime visibility.
Numerous design elements emphasize convenience. While most SUVs offer either a liftgate or liftglass rear cargo door, Excursion combines both designs into its Tri-Panel Door System. The door has a separate lift-glass for convenient small-parcel loading and lightweight twin swing-out composite doors with no center pillar to impede vision.
The roof rack holds up to 200 pounds, giving extra cargo-carrying capability.
Package
Excursion’s size makes it the perfect fit for customers who carry a lot of people and cargo. It will seat up to nine adults, with best-in-class interior volume and interior space.
Power adjustable accelerator and brake pedals are available on all (‘03-’05)Excursion Limited models, for driver comfort. An overhead console includes auxiliary air conditioning controls, courtesy lights and space for a garage door opener and sunglasses. A mini rear overhead console incorporates duplicate controls for the auxiliary air conditioning. A cargo net attaches to four rear cargo tie-down hooks to help secure small items. A floor console, which is standard on the Limited and optional on the XLT, includes dual cup holders for front and rear passengers, a forward-mounted note-pad clip and a rear-mounted pen-pencil tray.
An auxiliary power point is located on the rear of the floor console and has four outlets (five on Limited models) enabling the use of laptop computers or other 12-volt devices.
A six-disc, in-dash CD player is available on all models. A Rear Seat Entertainment System, including a DVD player and outputs for games and headphones, is optional on the XLT Premium and Limited.
Powertrains
Excursion’s engines are tuned to deliver high peak power, with high torque at low rpm for acceleration and towing.
Excursion can tow up to 11,000 pounds when properly equipped.
Excursion’s automatic transmission also improves towing, especially on hilly terrain. Rather than a simple switch to reprogram shifting patterns, its automatic tow-haul feature employs a computer module to help adjust transmission shift patterns for hills, changes in altitude or when towing heavy loads.
A switch on the shift lever locks out the overdrive gear to obtain lower gear braking in downgrades. The transmission also has a standard auxiliary cooler for heavy-duty use.
The standard 44-gallon fuel tank delivers impressive range.
Ride and Handling
Excursion’s optional Pulse Vacuum Hublock electronic shift-on-the-fly (ESOF) four-wheel drive system is activated by a convenient dash-mounted selector switch and allows total disengagement of the front wheels. With no shift delay and a virtually silent operation, Excursion can also be shifted in or out of four-wheel drive at up to 55 mph.
Excursion’s Twin I-beam front suspension provides greater steering control and less ride harshness for 4×2 models. The Monobeam and leaf spring front suspension reduce road vibrations and improve durability for 4×4 models.
The rear suspension has been modified for durability, performance and outstanding vehicle dynamics.
Body-mount isolators help to improve overall ride comfort. Fully boxed transmission cross-members help to reduce noise, vibration and harshness reaching the passenger compartment.
The body-on-frame construction enhances structural rigidity.
Excursion has a Reverse Sensing System, which beeps increasingly more quickly as the vehicle reverses toward an obstacle, is optional on XLT and standard on Limited.
Safety and Security
Excursion offers Blocker-Beam front bumper underride protection for crash compatibility with smaller vehicles. Engineered crumple zones help dissipate impact forces in a frontal collision.
Second-generation driver and front passenger airbags add protection in a frontal collision. Steel side door beams help to protect passengers from intrusion in certain side impacts.
Other safety features include three-point safety belts in all outboard seating positions, child-safety seat tether anchors in the rear seats, and the Beltminder™ system to encourage safety belt use by the driver.
The remote keyless entry system contributes to a feeling of security by allowing doors to be locked and unlocked remotely. The key fob button also activates interior lights.
/END of FORD marketing.
Ford Excursion 2000-2005 MY Trim Levels:
XL: Government vehicle, base model, rubber flooring, cloth seats, in most cases no rear A/C, or rear vent windows
XLT: Varied options may or may not have lower cladding, leather seating
XLT: “Premium package” ’02 – ‘03 , center console, leather seats, lower cladding
XLT: SSV (Fleet) 60/40/20 cloth bench, no 3rd row seat, no rear heat-a/c
XLS: ’04 - ’05 essentially an XLT with the aforementioned “Premium” option package
Limited: ’00 – ‘05, fog lights standard, well-equipped with few options
Limited “Ultimate Group Option Package”: ’03 only, audio controls on steering wheel
Eddie Bauer: ’04 - ’05 Similar to a Limited “Ultimate” Group Option package with two tone leather seat model specific colors (Pueblo Gold), HomeLink
Limited “No Boundaries” Package: ’02 MY only, https://repository.duke.edu/dc/jwtfo...jwtad550230090
No Boundaries Group Black Monochromatic Package
- Monochromatic Black Paint
- Chrome Strip Inlay in Molding
- Crystalline Headlamps
- Reversible Cargo Mat
- Retractable Cargo Cover
- Black Illuminated Running Boards and cool chairs http://www.ebay.com/itm/2-Rare-No-Bo...YAAOSwaB5XteoY
Powertrain(s):
5.4 L Triton™ V8 Gas ’00 – ‘05 Transmission 4R110 standard on all RWD HP: 255 BHP @ 4500 RPM Torque: 323 lb/ft @ 2500 RPM
` 6.8 L V10 Triton™ 2 valve ’00 – ‘05 Transmission 4R110 standard on all 4x4, optional on RWD HP: 310 BHP @ 4250 RPM Torque: 425 lb/ft @ 3250 RPM
7.3 L Power Stroke™ Diesel ’00 - early ’03 Transmission 4R110 optional on all models HP: 250 BHP @ 2600 RPM Torque: 505 lb/ft @ 1600 RPM
6.0 L Power Stroke™ Diesel mid ’03 - ’05 Transmission 5R110 optional on all models HP: 325 BHP @ 3300 RPM Torque: 560 lb/ft @ 2000 RPM
Differentials/Drive ratio:
Dana 50, 3.73 open and limited slip, 4.10, 4.30
Suspension:
All 4 X 4 Excursions had straight axles and leaf spring suspensions front and rear all years
RWD Excursion had Twin beam with front coil spring and leaf rear all years
Wheels and Rims:
LT 265/75/R16
Differences between Ex and SD:
2005 4WD SD trucks were upgraded to coil spring front end, Excursions did not
SD has an Air Bag “On/Off” option, Excursion did not
For the most part, the Excursion is a ¾ ton SUV built on a “C” channel ladder frame similar yet different from the F250-350 SuperDuty pickup truck. From the “B” pillar forward most every part is interchangeable between the Excursion and SD. The back doors (second row) are not the same size as the SD, they are approximately 5” longer with a “less than square” frame.
Places to buy parts:
http://www.lmctruck.com/
https://www.fordpartsgiant.com/
http://www.rockauto.com/
http://parts.autonationfordwhitebearlake.com/
http://www.lkqcorp.com/en-us/Invento...2B_Aftermarket
http://www.tascaparts.com/
Top 5 Must Do's for Excursion Owners
SOURCE: https://www.supermotors.net/clubs/fo...le_2/index.php
Congratulations on the purchase of the best, all-purpose vehicle around! You will find your Excursion is very versatile and will be an absolute pleasure to own for many years. As great of a vehicle as it is, there are still some things that could use improvement on a stock Excursion.1.) Improve ride quality with aftermarket shocks
[img]file:///C:/Users/Owner/AppData/Local/Temp/lu142523v4zhw.tmp/lu142523v4zkj_tmp_41357b4d343b9fb5.jpg[/img]
The OEM shocks on the Ford Excursion are less than adequate. There are simply no if's, and's, or but's about it, the OEM shocks need replacing. New shocks will run anywhere from $40/ea to $150/ea, depending on how outrageous you go. The easiest, first step of improving the ride quality on the Excursion is to upgrade to aftermarket shocks. Rancho, Bilstein, KYB Monomax, and Edelbrock are great aftermarket options, and there are other brands as well.
2.) Improve handling with a rear anti-sway bar
[img]file:///C:/Users/Owner/AppData/Local/Temp/lu142523v4zhw.tmp/lu142523v4zkj_tmp_6bc725da7b1f79c0.jpg[/img]
After a couple weeks of driving, you'll notice that the Excursion feels like a really wobbly vehicle when you turn corners, switch lanes, enter/exit highway ramps, pull into your driveway, etc. Ford started including rear anti-sway bars on 2004 Excursions as a result of this. But for 2000-2003 Excursion owners, you have no such luck. (There may be a few late model year 2003's with rear sway bars, be sure to check!) All Excursions come with a front anti-sway bar. Helwig is a great aftermarket rear sway bar and can be purchased through Summit Racing or JEG's for somewhere in the ballpark of $135 including shipping, or you may find a rear sway from a junk yard at a reasonable price.
Edit: Add Caster wedge https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...of-caster.html
3.) Bigger windshield wipers!
Ford, in its infinite wisdom, equipped stock Excursions with really short windshield wipers (both front and rear). Upgrade to 22” or 24" wipers for your windshield and an 18" wiper on the rear for increased viewing area during the rain and snow. Bosch makes both a standard and premium-grade wiper in these sizes - available at any local parts store like NAPA, AutoZone, Pep Boys, etc.
4.) Remove the roof-rack sliders to save your paint
The roof-rack sliders on every Excursion will scratch the paint on your roof over time. Remove them when they're not in use to preserve your paint and to prevent rusting where the paint is rubbed away.
5.) Upgrade the transmission cooler to the 6.0 L variety
6.) Upgrade your center console cup holders http://parts.autonationfordwhitebear...ame=cup-holder
7.) Rear lift hatch supports https://www.liftsupportsdepot.com/ca...sult/?q=48154W
Exterior Measurements
FRONT TRACK: 5 ft. 8.4 in. (68.4 in.)
GROUND CLEARANCE: 0 ft. 8.1 in. (8.1 in.)
HEIGHT: 6 ft. 8.2 in. (80.2 in.)
LENGTH: 18 ft. 10.7 in. (226.7 in.)
REAR TRACK: 5 ft. 8.1 in. (68.1 in.)
WHEEL BASE: 11 ft. 5.1 in. (137.1 in.)
WIDTH: 6 ft. 7.9 in. (79.9 in.)
Interior Measurements
FRONT HEAD ROOM: 41 in.
FRONT HIP ROOM: 67.5 in.
FRONT LEG ROOM: 42.3 in.
FRONT SHOULDER ROOM: 68.3 in.
REAR HEAD ROOM: 41.1 in.
REAR HIP ROOM: 66.9 in.
REAR LEG ROOM: 40.5 in.
REAR SHOULDER ROOM: 67 in.
Power Stroke Horsepower & Torque by Model Year
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