2003 Ford Excursion
| Owner: |
rbrich72 |
| From: |
Sierra Vista, AZ, U.S.A. (Other registries in AZ) |
| Year, Make, & Model: |
2003 Ford Excursion (Other Ford Excursions) |
| Nickname: |
Big Bertha |
| Mileage: |
122 |
| Engine: |
7.3L Powerstroke Diesel
Garret Turbo
K&N Air Filter Element |
| Drivetrain: |
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| Notes: |
Duracell Batteries
New Alternator
Front Anti-sway Bar
Custom A/V setup: Pioneer AVH-P3200 DVD Headunit with 6.2" display; Driver & Front passenger seat 7" Display units; 3rd row ceiling mounted DVD player with 15" display.
I spent 8 months looking for a 7.3L based on my buddies advice for a "bulletproof" diesel in an SUV that could tow the most. I ended up flying to Houston to purchase her. She cost me a little more than I wanted to spend, but in the end she has been worth it! We use her to tow a 35' travel trailer and have not had any issues with that.
The biggest issues we have had with her revolve around alternators. We've gone through two of them in the last 3 years, one on a long trip from AZ to CO in early December. Complete charging system replacement (alternator, belts) in 2012. The replacement alternator died in 2014 (ended up being a manufacturer's defect). So far, everything has held up.
I'm will be upgrading to a new thermostat, cold-air intake kit, after-market shocks, bigger differential covers, coolant system filter, bigger exhaust, etc., etc. to truly make it "bulletproof". The idea is to be able to have my grandchildren use it! |
| Last Updated: |
8/19/2015 |
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