wct_ny
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• Rochester, NY, USA |
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 Posted:3/6/2004 09:28 |
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With the intent of gathering some constructive feedback, imagine this: 
you discover you are a long lost heir to the Ford fortune and are placed in charge of the Excursion design and production. This includes the engine and drivetrain. What would you change? Where are the faults that need fixin'? You have to keep it at a similar price point so dont go nuts... 
I offer this thread for fun and information, so hopefully all will take it in the right spirit. I am now searching for a used PSD "X". I joined this forum just days ago and find it VERY helpful!
thanks
Bill
Bill T
Rochester NY
2002 "X" V10- 4x4
3 teens, 1 wife, 1 great dane, 2 cats |
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Douglas Dircks
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• New Richland, MN, USA |
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• Registered on 11/13/2003 |
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Posted:3/6/2004 18:48 |
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I'll start.
How about a two door version with a Cummins I6 with a 6 speed tranny.
And for sure some real cup holders.
00 Excursion Limited 4x4 PSD 265/75/16 Ravo's Centerline rims Python 871XP
99 F250 x-cab short bed XLT 4x4 PSD 295/75/16 American Racing rims Viper 550 ESP stainless steel MAAP nerf bars Putco four piece grill inserts bumper poles and mud flaps air bags triple pillar pod Autometer Ultra Light fiberglass tannue cover and topper programmed pcm pulling 22 psi
99 F350 crew cab long bed drw Lariat 4x4 PSD 255/85/16 Python 871XP AIS fold down fifth wheel ball |
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Tim Baird
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• anniston, AL, USA |
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• Registered on 3/7/2003 |
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Posted:3/7/2004 07:58 |
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Bill
If I could change anything on the productivety of any ford trucks it would be the brakes. I am a long time ford owner and every ford truck I have ever had has horable brakes. The Super Duty and my Excursion rotors had to be replace in no time at all. I know that when I buy a new truck just to go ahead and get ready to replace the rotors. I thought it may just be me but it seems to be every one I talk with that owns a Super Duty vehicle. All and all thats all I would change to the design.  |
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Richard Smith
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• Knoxville, TN, USA |
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• Registered on 10/4/2003 |
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Posted:3/7/2004 10:12 |
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William,
I would improve the brakes - less pedal travel/less spongy and stop better. I would tune out all of the hummmming and shaking at various speeds. I would improve the exhaust - especially the header pipes to get rid of the restrictions. I would work to improve the fuel economy (V-10).
I Love my big White X, Richard from Knoxville,Tn |
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E. Long
 
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• Atlanta, GA, USA |
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FamilyRideII
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• Flower Mound, TX, USA |
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• Registered on 8/7/2003 |
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Posted:3/8/2004 16:46 |
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Suspension! At least offer a HD spring package and/or redesign so the front suspension could actually travel!!!
Add the memory options like others. You know, key fob #1 activates Memory #1 and it should include the mirrors along with the seat and peddles.
Somehow cover the 2nd seat slides so kids don't get grease on thei feet climbing in, thus grease on the carpet. 
Add a subwoofer!!
Increase the size of the arm rests!
That enough? 
2004 Eddie Bauer Excursion
4x4 6.0 PSD, all the goodies, Superchips 1704, Magnaflow, Isspro Gauges, 285 REVO's |
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Douglas Dircks
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• New Richland, MN, USA |
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Posted:3/8/2004 22:09 |
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Yes, the brakes could use some improvement. 8,000+ pounds can be hard on brakes and rotors though!
00 Excursion Limited 4x4 PSD 265/75/16 Ravo's Centerline rims Python 871XP
99 F250 x-cab short bed XLT 4x4 PSD 295/75/16 American Racing rims Viper 550 ESP stainless steel MAAP nerf bars Putco four piece grill inserts bumper poles and mud flaps air bags triple pillar pod Autometer Ultra Light fiberglass tannue cover and topper programmed pcm pulling 22 psi
99 F350 crew cab long bed drw Lariat 4x4 PSD 255/85/16 Python 871XP AIS fold down fifth wheel ball |
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bryant loke
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• bakersfield, CA, USA |
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• Registered on 1/4/2004 |
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Posted:3/9/2004 00:27 |
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wow. There are a lot of options that are flying around right now! Its great!
Actually, I think ford should offer a FX4 package for the excursion. skid plates, heavier springs... an off road performance package! Give the consumer a package to throw in chevy's Z71's face! 
hahaha..thats all in fun though...what are your thoughts?
have fun,
dx
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wct_ny
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• Rochester, NY, USA |
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• Registered on 3/4/2004 |
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• 22 posts |
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Posted:3/15/2004 14:40 |
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Thanks all.. some great thoughts on this tread.. I appreciate you taking this as it was intended. For FUN....
Bill T
Rochester NY
2002 "X" V10- 4x4
3 teens, 1 wife, 1 great dane, 2 cats |
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monsta
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• The Big Island, HI, USA |
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• Registered on 1/5/2002 |
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Posted:3/17/2004 14:15 |
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Third row headrests!
Actually, headrests for all seating positions. Plus shoulder belts!
Standard rear cargo door bins.
More interior storage cubbies.
Move the spare tire to underneath.
Put a 45 gallons saddle tank on it.
Add 3" more suspension travel.
Uprated springs. Coils up front. 
Better shocks!
Move the second row back 4 inches.
Same with the third row.
Optional ZF-6 manual.
Front seat console that extends all the way to the dash.
17" wheels with 13.5 inch rotors.
Redesign the roof rack.
5K standard price drop BEFORE ficticious rebates.
Improved door lock actuators.
"A techie feature." Standard ABS controlled 4-wheel traction control system.
2 screen DVD player option.
PSD as standard. Gas as credit option.
A real Off-Road package (as stated above).
*whew* That's all I can think of right now...
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