| Date | Type | Mileage | Title / Description | $ Amount |
| 08/18/10 | Repair | 224892 | New Tie Rods & Hydro Boost Unit
New drag link and tie rods, steering stabilizer, Hydro Boost Unit. Fixed loose rear doors. Front end alignment. | 2,194.23 |
| 04/24/10 | Maintenance | 220138 | Rotated tires
| 0.00 |
| 03/30/10 | Repair | 219467 | Replaced Transmission
After 132,000+ miles on my 2nd transmission, it finally died. This is the third transmission since I bought the Excursion new in 2000.
Labor: $820
Parts: $2787.86 | 3,875.67 |
| 03/13/10 | Repair | 220000 | Installed new Brite Box
Last Brite Box connectors got corroded over the last few winters so I installed a new one. | 90.00 |
| 10/19/09 | Repair | 210853 | Leaking Diesel Fuel
Drain valve leaking, replaced by Ford dealer
Tow charge: $106.25
Labor: $164.00
1 Valve (Part # F81Z-9A153-AA): $41.47 | 318.86 |
| 10/11/09 | Repair | 209000 | Replaced alternator and serpentine belt
Driving on the interstate from out of town and the voltmeter dropped on the dashboard. Alternator had died. Pulled off at the next exit, lucked out and found an O'Reilly auto parts. Swapped the alternator in the parking lot and while at it, replaced the serpentine belt that was partially shredded on one edge.
New Alternator (lifetime warranty): 212.29
Micro-V Belt: 58.29 | 270.58 |
| 08/18/09 | Repair | 207461 | Replaced rear u-joint
Had some pretty bad vibrations at 35+ MPH. Had the tires rotated and rebalanced to rule them out. Turned out to be the rear u-joint.
Diagnosis & labor: $100
(2) 295 U-joints: $122.40
EPA disposal: $8.22 | 230.62 |
| 08/03/09 | Modification | 207317 | Installed F-Code Rear Springs
Installed F-Code rear springs per the pictures posted here: http://www.supermotors.net/registry/6660/57633-2
The original springs had over 200,000 miles on them and the truck sagged a bit in the back compared to the front which have newer V-Code springs. Much better handling and ride now that the new springs are in the back. And with the leaf spring mod as pictured in the photos above, it sits at a much better height in the rear, too (no more sagging).
(2) 6C3Z-5560-F springs $604.82
Locktite $19.21
Labor $653.80 | 1,287.33 |
| 08/03/09 | Repair | 207317 | Replaced dead reverse sensor
Passenger side outside reverse sensor was bad. Had it replaced.
Labor: $82.00
YL1Z-15K859-AA Sensor: $95.43
Freight: $18.50 | 195.93 |
| 08/03/09 | Repair | 207317 | Replaced water pump (again)
Water pump was leaking again (previous replacement lasted only 20 months).
Labor: $342.00
F81Z-8501-FA Water Pump: $320.23
Gasket, 195-degree thermostat, seal, hose clamp: 29.88 | 692.11 |
| 08/03/09 | Repair | 207317 | Serviced rearend (grinding on turns)
The rearend was grinding on sharp turns. Had to service it with new gear oil and also found a leaking driver side axle seal.
Labor: $180.40
Oil additive: $11.82
(5) 75W140 Oil: $112.25
Seal: $20.10 | 324.57 |
| 08/03/09 | Repair | 207317 | Replaced Power steering pump and high pressure hose
The power steering and power brakes completely failed while driving. Steering and stopping an 8,000-lb vehicle is very difficult without power-assist!
Labor: $328.00
F1TZ-3A674-DBRM Power steering pump & assembly: $176.39
Steering lube, cleaner: 23.02 | 527.41 |
| 12/20/08 | Maintenance | 200720 | New Brake Rotors & Pads
Installed new front and rear Napa Brake Rotors & Pads | 526.10 |
| 12/20/08 | Repair | 200720 | Replaced burned out headlight bulb
New Sylvania 9006SU2 Halogen bulbs. | 47.91 |
| 12/19/08 | Maintenance | 200701 | Rotated tires
Rotated tires -- front passenger side was cupped and causing a thumping sound. | 0.00 |
| 11/28/08 | Maintenance | 199742 | Detailed
Washed, detailed, carpet & seat deep-cleaning. | 124.85 |
| 08/10/08 | Maintenance | 197063 | Oil Change & Filter Changes
Changed oil, oil filter, coolant filter, and transmission filter. | 0.00 |
| 12/08/07 | Modification | 186000 | New Alpine iDA-X001 Head Unit
Had an Alpine iDA-X001 deck installed to replace the old CVA-1005 and Alpine deck I previously had installed. Also had Sirius Satellite radio added, too. Fixed miscellaneous wiring issues with amps as well. | 691.78 |
| 11/27/07 | Repair | 184952 | Alignment
Had the front end aligned (finally). | 71.94 |
| 11/26/07 | Modification | 184927 | New BF Goodrich 285/75R16 All Terrain Tires (BFG AT's)
Replaced tires that didn't have much tread left on them. Went with a larger size and now run 285/75R16 BFG AT's. They raised the height of the truck a bit and ride much softer than the previous Rugged Trail T/As.
4 tires: $780
Lifetime free replacement warranty: $122
Labor & balancing: $52
Environmental fee: $15.60
Waste tire disposal: $8.00 | 1,030.79 |
| 11/21/07 | Repair | 184885 | Replaced Water Pump
Water pump finally failed. This one made it over 180,000 miles, very impressive! Since it spewed coolant while driving, I had it towed to the dealership for immediate repair.
Labor: $342.00
Water Pump F81Z 8501 FA: $320.23
F4TZ 8255 A Gasket: $4.36
YC3Z 8286 CE Hose: $22.96
373-195 Thermostat: $17.36
| 750.29 |
| 11/20/07 | Modification | 184850 | New 4" MagnaFlow Exhaust
Replaced the noisy, fluttering 5" Hypermax exhaust system with a down-pipe back 4" MagnaFlow exhaust system. No more turbo flutter sounds!
MagnaFlow Exhaust system (down-pipe back): $579.95
Installation: $129.06 | 709.01 |
| 11/16/07 | Maintenance | 184717 | Oil Change, fixed engine oil leak, fixed coolant leaks
Had Ford diagnose multiple oil and coolant leaks. $18 in parts and $370 in labor later the leaks were fixed. Also changed oil. | 404.00 |
| 05/12/07 | Modification | 180250 | Installed Edelbrock IAS Shocks
Installed new Edelbrock IAS Shocks (replaced old, worn-out Rancho RS9000's). Had to replace the small retaining clips for the upper bolts on the rear shocks (I still maintain this is one of the most annoying designs in shock mounts I've seen).
Part numbers (as ordered from Summit Racing):
EDL-33224 (Front)
EDL-34224 (Rear) | 310.75 |
| 03/03/07 | Miscellaneous | 177000 | Full detail
Had the X fully detailed...dog smell now gone! | 110.00 |
| 01/25/07 | Repair | 176500 | Replaced Passenger Side Hub Assembly
During the V-code leaf spring swap, I discovered a lot of play in the front passenger-side bearing. Since bearings on these Dana 50's are not servicable, I had to get an entire replacement hub assembly.
Part #: F81Z-1104-BH | 300.00 |
| 01/20/07 | Modification | 176000 | Suspension Upgrade
(2) V-code front leaf springs, part number 2C3Z*5310*HA
$333.19 (w/ tax)
(4) Front U-bolts
(4) Rear U-Bolts
U-Bolt nuts
$118.74 (w/ tax)
(2) Sky Jacker soft-ride add-a-leafs for rear suspension
$85.90 (w/ shipping) | 537.83 |
| 12/08/06 | Miscellaneous | 175500 | Purchased extra Evans NPG+ Coolant
In preparation for fixing a coolant leak, I purchased 2 cases (8 1-gallon bottles) of Evans NPG+ coolant. Need to have some on reserve in case I ever overheat or have a big leak since it's now a non-pressurized system. | 220.00 |
| 12/08/06 | Repair | 175540 | Oil leak repair, coolant leak repair, new fuel filter
Multiple leaks occurring: coolant and oil.
Engine oil leak was a right (passenger) side valve cover gasket.
Labor: $136.80
F81Z*6584*AA Gasket - Valve Rocker Arm Cover: $82.84
2C3Z*14A!63*AB Retainer: $12.55
Coolant leak:
Lower water pump neck o-ring leaking.
Labor: $152.00
F4TZ*8255*A Gasket: $4.36
Changed fuel filter with Amsoil fuel filter (filter supplied): $15.20 | 434.57 |
| 12/05/06 | Miscellaneous | 175486 | Optimas dead
The optimas are dead, at least that's my conclusion. After 20,000 miles and 14 months, they are just not keeping a charge any more. The alternator is putting out enough voltage when the vehicle is running and I haven't really added anything else to the electrical system that would constantly drain the charge from the batteries. I'll try Optima RedTops this time.
I think the "good deal" I got on eBay was on a set of Optima YellowTops that may have been sitting on the shelf for a while. That's my only explanation for why they lasted only 14 months. | 0.00 |
| 12/02/06 | Maintenance | 175474 | Oil change, coolant filter change
Changed oil and filter. Amsoil has new black filters now (used to be white). Also changed the coolant filter for the first time since installing the remote coolant filter kit at 159k miles.
Power steering pump has been whining, adding some fluid to it in hopes that it'll keep it quite for a little while longer.
Noticed some fluid on the bottom of the radiator hoses. Refilled coolant between the Min and Max levels and will keep on eye on it. Water pump appeard to be dry so not sure where the antifreeze came from. Looked like a lot, but fluid level was just below the "Min" marker. Might need some new hoses but should be good for a while longer with this slow leak. Doesn't pool on the ground, yet.
Trans filter still reads in the "green" area meaning the filter is still in good shape.
Been having an oil leak leave quarter-size drops on the driveway. Upon removing the old oil filter, I noticed that it was leaking a bit at the top...it was not tight at all. After the oil changed, I parked it back on the driveway and noticed a leak coming from a different area. Not sure if it was from me spilling or if there is a seal leaking. Seemed to be a new location for the oil to be dripping from and I spilled quite a bit when I missed the funnel, so hopefully it's just that. | 0.00 |
| 12/02/06 | Miscellaneous | 175474 | Batteries keep dying
The Optima yellow-tops keep causing me problems. Ever since we went on a 10-day trip and the X sat for 10 days without starting, we can't even go 3 days without starting it or it will be dead. We drove it around a bit today to pick up a Christmas tree and after the oil change and maintenance, I pulled the voltmeter out. Each battery read 11.85 volts. When I started it up, the batteries were charging again, but it took a while for the alternator to be putting out a solid 14.4 volts.
Since the battery light is not going on like it did in the past when the alternator was bad, I think the Optimas may be bad. Maybe this is why there was such a good price on them on eBay (too old, maybe)? Will be investigating this more in the coming weeks...it's a very annoying problem. | 0.00 |
| 07/25/06 | Maintenance | 166000 | Oil change
Oil change before the move to NC. | 0.00 |
| 04/12/06 | Repair | 165000 | replaced radiator drain cock
Drain cock on the radiator was leaking. Purchased a new one through Napa. Easy replacement...just a little messy.  | 4.57 |
| 12/19/05 | Repair | 162222 | Replacement Rear Shocks
Purchased a new pair of Rancho RS9000x rear shocks. One of my RS9000's got punctured and leaked out on the garage floor. Much better ride with the new shocks. Set them to leve 5 out of 9. | 161.75 |
| 12/06/05 | Modification | 161222 | New headlight switch with foglights
Purchased a new headlight switch with the integrated foglight switch. My '00 headlight switch did not come with an integrated fog light switch and while there's nothing wrong with my current switch, I want to wire up an OEM switch with the APC foglights instead of running the APC-supplied foglight switch. | 56.17 |
| 11/28/05 | Modification | 160400 | Sylvania Silverstar HID Lights
Purchased and installed new Sylvania Silverstair 9005 and 9006 for my new APC headlight assemblies. | 74.28 |
| 11/19/05 | Modification | 159850 | Dieselsite Coolant Filter Kit
Installed the Dieselsite coolant filter kit today. Getting ready to swap coolant as well, wanted to get the coolant kit installed beforehand. Very straightforward install. Install article coming soon! | 79.00 |
| 11/19/05 | Modification | 159850 | Dieselsite High-pressure Oil Crossover Line
Got this installed today. Brief description of the part from Dieselsite:
"The High Pressure Oil Crossover Line connects the left and right High Pressure Oil rails together. This allows the computer(PCM) to monitor the pressure of both High Pressure Oil rails, therefore producing a much more even fuel distribution by balancing the oil pressure between the two rails. The line also acts as an accumulator, resulting in less pressure spikes in the system. The result is a smoother idle and all around better running engine." | 44.95 |
| 11/19/05 | Modification | 159850 | APC Headlights & Corner Lights
I was looking for an improvement over my OEM headlights, so I opted for the APC headlights which run a standard bulb for normal lights, a secondary bulb for bright lights, and a 3rd bulb for integrated fog lights. I will be ordering an OEM fog lights switch for my dash instead of running the supplied APC fog light switch. Install article coming soon. | 135.00 |
| 11/06/05 | Damage | 158668 | Broke driver's side mirror
While backing out of the garage today I broke the driver's side mirror -- actually the plastic casing that covers the mirror's hinge. | 0.00 |
| 10/29/05 | Modification | 157200 | AFE Stage II Intake Install
Installed the AFE Stage II intake & Pro-Guard filter to replace my OEM intake and panel K&N air filter. | 450.00 |
| 10/15/05 | Maintenance | 156819 | Oil filter change, rotate tires
Changed oil filter and rotated tires. Tires refilled to 70psi each. Coolant additive added. | 10.00 |
| 10/15/05 | Modification | 156819 | Braided ESOF 4x4 Lines
Replaced the stock rubber vacuum lines for the electronic shift-on-the-fly (ESOF) with braided lines from dieselsite.com. The old lines had to be trimmed back when I did my ball joints due to the rubber getting brittle. With winter slowly approaching, I wanted to replace them with stainless lines to ensure no leaks. See the full install article. | 60.00 |
| 10/15/05 | Modification | 156819 | Installed Optima Yellow Top Batteries
Installed Optima D34 yellow-top batteries today in hopes that it would cure the battery light problem. So far, it has not -- the battery light still stays on. However, starting is very much improved as the fresh batteries are a welcome change to the 5-year old Motorcraft batteries that originally came in the Excursion. Had to order optima battery mounts separately as these batteries are significantly smaller than the OEM batteries. | 300.88 |
| 10/10/05 | Miscellaneous | 156050 | battery light flickering
The battery light is still on, but I'm experiencing sluggish starts in the mornings now that the weather is getting colder. The batter light was flickering today while leaving the house. Guess it's time for new batteries after all. | 0.00 |
| 09/29/05 | Repair | 155686 | Replaced alternator
Replaced original alternator with a refurbished Napa alternator w/ a 3-year warranty. Full install article available here. Battery light is still on. | 155.00 |
| 09/26/05 | Miscellaneous | 155650 | battery light came on today
Ofter a couple of weird electrical issues this weekend (weak starting & cruise control acting "sticky"), the battery light came on today on the drive home from the office. Upon further investigation with the voltmeter with the engine running, both batteries were showing 12.80-12.85 volts. The alternator was also showing a similar voltage output. All accessories were off.
Since this should normally be in the 14.4 volt range while running, it looks as if the alternator is due for a replacement. | 0.00 |
| 09/24/05 | Maintenance | 155565 | Replaced front rotors and pads from ART
Replaced my front rotors with completely new pads and rotors. Rotors are from Applied Rotor Technology and the pads are made by Performance Friction Brakes and are also available through ART. Revised install article with video coming soon. | 0.00 |
| 09/08/05 | Modification | 154000 | New chrome lug nuts
Purchased 32 new chrome lug nuts and am no longer running with the factory wheel beauty caps/rings. | 40.00 |
| 08/25/05 | Repair | 153225 | replaced missing lugnut
Passenger side rear wheel had very loose lug nuts and one missing lug nut. Purchased a single replacement from Napa and retorqued everything to 160 ft-lbs. | 2.44 |
| 08/21/05 | Maintenance | 152997 | Oil change, rotated tires, removed roof rack
Changed the oil (Amsoil filter & Amsoil 5W-30 Heavy Duty Diesel synthetic oil).
Rotated tires, inflated to 70psi. Moved Rancho RS9000's down to setting 3 on all four corners (was on setting 4).
Removed 4 roof rack rails...they were chipped and stripped of virtually all their paint, but the paint on the roof looked OK other than a few rub marks from where the rails sat. | 120.00 |
| 08/15/05 | Miscellaneous | 152400 | Installed Dog/Pet Barrier
Purchased the Precision Pet Vehicle Barrier and 2 extensions from Petco to keep our dog, Baron, from jumping over the 3rd row seat while riding in the Excursion. | 128.00 |
| 08/02/05 | Repair | 151494 | Windshield replacement
Had the windshield replaced for the 2nd time since buying the X. Gotta love the 0-deductible glass from the insurance company. | 0.00 |
| 07/21/05 | Miscellaneous | 150000 | Turned over 150,000 miles & brakes warping
Turned over 150,000 miles on a road trip this weekend! Sadly, the brakes are warped again. | 0.00 |
| 06/26/05 | Maintenance | 147349 | Switched to Amsoil Synthetic ATF
Switched to Amsoil Synthetic transmission fluid. Didn't do a complete flush -- only emptied was was in the pan, valve body, and cooler lines. 12 quarts (of the 18 qt capacity) of Amsoil ATF were added. Will be getting a power flush valve from Dieselsite to make the flushing job easier in the future. Bought way more than enough fluid as well as I was anticipating on installing a deeper transmission pan. When I went to install the pan, the bolts that came with the pan didn't have the same thread pattern as the transmission, so I stuck with the factory transmission pan. | 175.00 |
| 06/25/05 | Modification | 147349 | Purchased Transmission Parts
Purchased & Installed the following:
Factory Tech Valve Body
Dieselsite external transmission filter kit
Dieselsite External transmission filter gauge
Baldwin Spin-on trans filter | 319.74 |
| 06/25/05 | Maintenance | 147349 | Rotated tires
| 0.00 |
| 06/25/05 | Repair | 147349 | Swapped front rotors again
Had Napa turn my OEM rotors again so I could take off the ART's that were warped. I also installed the retaining clips for the brake pads (which I had never done). Torqued the lug nuts to 160 ft-lbs this time instead of 165 like I had done in the past. My fingers are crossed that this is the magic combo for long-lasting brake rotors. If it is, I'll wear these pads/rotors down and go back to the ART's in the front again. I'm still running the ART's in back...also still have the ceramic pads on all 4 brakes as well. On the plus side, I can now do brake jobs in my sleep as much as I've done them on the X. | 18.00 |
| 06/25/05 | Maintenance | 147349 | Wash/wax/shampoo
The dog managed to leave a foul stench in the vehicle (not sure if he puked on the carpet at some point or what), but I washed and waxed the exterior, and vacuumed and shampooed the interior. The smell seems to have gone away, but we'll see if the next few days of sitting out in the sun bring the bad smell to the surface. The floor mats have done an excellent job at keeping the carpet spot-free. | 15.00 |
| 06/19/05 | Miscellaneous | 146850 | Towing perfected
I now figured out how to properly back the trailer into his driveway with 4x4-LO so that the trans no longer struggles and overheats. Works like a chart. Consequently, I bumped the RS9000 shock settings to #4 and it really improved the towing as well (settings were on 3). I'll most likely bring the tires up a bit more (currently at 55psi, will go to 65psi) for the 4th of July trip. | 0.00 |
| 06/17/05 | Maintenance | 146400 | Changed Oil Filter, added tranny fluid
Changed Oil Filter, added a couple quarts of oil too as she was low. Also had to add 1 quart of tranny fluid from when it overheated the other day backing the boat trailer into Kirk's driveway. | 10.00 |
| 06/14/05 | Miscellaneous | 145900 | First big tow
Towed Kirk's boat tonight after he purchased it. Did really well around town and on the highway. Held cruise control and the slight inclines without a problem. When backing into the driveway the trans overheated and started spewing fluid. Fortunately I'm due for a trans flush so I'll take the opportunity to switch to Amsoil synthetic fluid and install a new aftermarket valvebody, external filter, and a deep trans pan. | 0.00 |
| 05/23/05 | Miscellaneous | 143300 | Brake rotor warping back in full effect
Back to the drawing board on the brakes. The rotors are warped again. There's got to be something else besides the rotors contributing to their constant/consistent warping. I'll dive into it in the next couple of weeks to see if any of the calipers are seized up.  | 0.00 |
| 04/24/05 | Repair | 140800 | Replaced turn signal bulb on passenger side
| 3.72 |
| 04/15/05 | Repair | 139946 | Turned ART rotors
Had the ART rotors machined (finally) at NAPA. Going back to ARTs after they've sat for a long time while I've run the OEM rotors. The OEM rotors are so incredibly warped right now, I'll probably bring them back, get them turned (just in case), and let them sit. I'm going to keep a close eye on the torque values on the lug nuts to ensure the ART's don't warp again. I want these to last for more than 50,000 miles without warping. So far, so good. Glad to no longer have pulsating brakes again! | 36.36 |
| 04/15/05 | Maintenance | 139946 | Replaced rear differential fluid
Replaced rear differential fluid with Amsoil Severe Gear SAE 75W-140 after realizing I put in Amsoil SAE 75W-90 a couple months ago. Also added Amsoil Slip Lock for the rear limited slip as well.
See the install article at: http://www.fordexcursions.com/installs/install_4/index.php | 45.00 |
| 04/15/05 | Repair | 139946 | Replaced passenger side parking light
Replaced the passenger side parking light bulb today. Also noticed the passenger blinker is out. The light assembly was full of water and killed both lights. I'll keep an eye on it to make sure it doesn't get full of water again. If it doesn't, I'll drill a copule small drain holes. | 5.00 |
| 04/15/05 | Maintenance | 139946 | Oil Change
Changed Oil (Amsoil 5W-30 Heavy Duty Diesel Synthetic Oil) and oil filter. | 100.00 |
| 04/15/05 | Maintenance | 139946 | Rotated tires
| 0.00 |
| 04/15/05 | Repair | 139946 | Replaced powerstroke CAC hose
Replaced the leaking CAC hose on the Powerstroke. See the full install article at: http://www.fordexcursions.com/installs/install_5/index.php | 15.00 |
| 03/04/05 | Repair | 135650 | Alignment
Had the dealership do an alignment on the X. With the new ball joints and LANDYOT radius rods, she drives straight as an error now...effortlessly, too!  | 79.99 |
| 02/12/05 | Maintenance | 134204 | Changed oil filter
Changed the Amsoil filter with a new one...added about 3 quarts of 5W-30 Heavy Duty Amsoil synthetic oil. I've got a leaking CAC hose which is causing some oil to get lost, otherwise most of the replacement was for the oil that came out with the filter. | 10.00 |
| 02/12/05 | Maintenance | 134204 | Changed power steering fluid
First time it's ever been done on this vehicle. The old stuff had a pretty bad smell. Replaced it with a quart of Valvoline synthetic power steering fluid. | 5.00 |
| 02/12/05 | Maintenance | 134204 | Replaced rear differential gear oil
First time doing this on the vehicle. Replaced rear differential gear oil with Amsoil synthetic 75W-90 and the additive for the limited slip differential. After further review, 75W-90 is recommended by Amsoil for the frontend, not the rearend. I ordered the correct rearend fluid and will be swapping it out again next weekend. New 75W-90 will also go in the frontend. | 60.00 |
| 02/12/05 | Maintenance | 134204 | Rotated tires, changed rear shocks to level 3
Rotated the BFGs. Changed the rear RS9000 settings from "4" to "3" for a little softer ride. | 0.00 |
| 02/12/05 | Repair | | New brake pads
Installed new Ceramix Brake pads from Napa. Fronts were part number CMX-7625A and the rears were part number CMX-7626. | 161.85 |
| 02/12/05 | Repair | 134204 | Replaced parking light bulb
Replacement parking light bulb on passenger side. | 4.28 |
| 01/15/05 | Repair | 132500 | Replaced ball joints
Replaced the ball joints. The lowers on both sides were completely shot. Lasted pretty long for OEM non-greaseable ball joints. Replaced with OEM Ford parts and ball joints. | 350.00 |
| 12/30/04 | Miscellaneous | 131450 | Alignment...or not
Went to the dealership for an alignment today and found out the ball joints need replacing. There's a slight pull to the left...doesn't seem to bad, yet. Will probably wait it out a couple of weeks and do the repair myself. In addition to inspecting the alignment, Ford also looked at a few other things on the vehicle. Among them included recommendations to change the power steering fluid, front and rear differential lubricant, front brake pads. Total "quote" was over $1,600. It looks like I'll be spending the next couple of weekends in my extremely cold garage. | 19.95 |
| 12/04/04 | Modification | 129500 | LANDYOT radius rod install
I installed the LANDYOT radius rods this weekend on my Excursion. (install article) Very, very pleased with the result. The X is enjoyable to drive again! No more wondering side-to-side in the lanes on the highway, it really tracks in a straight line and has become a breeze to handle. | 0.00 |
| 12/04/04 | Repair | 129500 | Fixed broken shock bolts
After many, many months of driving with only 3 shocks, I finally fixed the broken shock mounts on the 4th shock (passenger-side rear) and am rolling with 4 shocks again. | 0.00 |
| 11/15/04 | Maintenance | 127600 | Switched to Amsoil, K&N filter cleanup, & more
I switched back to synthetic oil again. I had done it many, many miles ago but now I'm going back for good. My main interest is extending the frequency of oil changes so that I can just swap out a filter ever 5,000 miles but perhaps get 10-20,000 miles out of one run of oil. Based on Amsoil's recommendation, I went with the 5W-30 heavy duty diesel oil. I also added some diesel fuel condition and cetane boost in hopes of clearing up anything in the fuel system and to breath some life into the 7.3L which is slowly approaching 130,000 miles. Cleaned my K&N filter as well today. Lubed up everything underneath the vehicle with Amsoil synthetic grease, too. Finally, I adjusted the front shocks to setting 3 and the rear to setting 4 on my Rancho 9000's. Initial driving tests shows smoother operation of the Powerstroke and naturally a bit more solid, stiffer ride with the shocks on the new settings. Love the ability to change the X's driving characterstics after one afternoon of work. | 209.80 |
| 08/13/04 | Modification | 119679 | New BF Goodrich Rugged Trail T/A Tires
Thanks to the Firestone Steeltex recall and Ford recommending all Excursions go with a load "E" rated tire (my Steeltex's were load "D" range), I got 5 new BF Goodrich Rugged Trail T/A Tires for free! | 0.00 |
| 08/13/04 | Maintenance | 119679 | Oil change
| 76.45 |
| 08/13/04 | Repair | 119679 | Engine Oil Leak
Had to have the X towed into Ford due to a significant oil leak that started out of the blue. Ford found that the high pressure pump fittings were leaking and replaced the o-rings. | 225.34 |
| 08/09/04 | Modification | 119400 | Installed Alpine CDA-9827 CD/MP3 Deck
I found a good deal on Ebay for an Alpine CDA-9827 CD/MP3 deck for $169 + $30 s/h. I installed it to run in tandem with my CVA-1005. My changer has been on the fritz for sometime and it's out of warranty. I wanted to have mp3 CD capabilities as well as an in-dash CD player again (after 4 years of going without one, I was due for in-dash CD capabilities). The CDA-9827 runs through the CVA-1005 brain and simply acts as another Auxiliary input. I am running the radio and in-dash player through the CVA-1005. The CVA-1005 retains all "master control" features like fading, balance, sub volume, and master volume...I just keep the display hidden in the dash and will only need it for video viewing purposes. The only problem now is figuring out where the infrared is on the CVA-1005 because the remote that came with the CDA-9827 controls both units simultaneously. Not good when you're switching sources or adjusting volume! | 201.90 |
| 07/23/04 | Maintenance | 117362 | oil change
Went a little over the 5,000 mile interval again. Going to switch back to Amsoil at some point to extend the time between oil change intervals. Still very happy with this vehicle...she just keeps plugging away day in and day out without a problem at all. | 60.00 |
| 05/21/04 | Miscellaneous | 111500 | mileage update
Still running without a chip...just have the K&N and exhaust. I'm craving the power of a chip, these things are really pathetic without one! Continues to run like a champ from a reliability standpoint, however. | 0.00 |
| 05/17/04 | Maintenance | 110660 | oil change
| 55.10 |
| 03/30/04 | Repair | 109000 | warped ART rotors, reinstalled OEM rotors
Had my original rotors resurfaced...finally have non-pulsating brakes again. Going to have to get the ART rotors resurfaced again shortly because the stock rotors don't seem to stop as well as the ART's. Fortunately Napa can turn rotors for $9/ea which is very affordable. The new air tools make rotor swapping a breeze. | 40.00 |
| 03/30/04 | Damage | | broken shock bolts
Noticed that I have a broken shock bolt so I had to remove one of the rear shocks. One of the top shock bolts broke in half and is now stuck in the threaded hole so I need to figure out a way to replace it. Oddly enough, the X still handles OK with only one shock in the rear. | 0.00 |
| 02/01/04 | Miscellaneous | 100000 | mileage update
2/1/2004
Turned over 100,000 miles. Still runs like a champ. Only piddly broken thing to date is the seat warmer on the driver's side. As long as the passenger seat warmer works for the wife, this is not a crucial problem that needs fixing right away. | 0.00 |
| 09/15/03 | Miscellaneous | 90000 | trans update
Turned over 90,000 miles. New trans is working fine. Haven't re-installed the chip out of fear of Ford voiding future warranty work. Will reconsider my options once the truck turns over the 100,000 mile mark. | 0.00 |
| 08/14/03 | Damage | 87000 | dead transmission
Trans died. Don't think it could handle the improved shifting and new torque converter...serves me right for upgrading after 87,000 miles. Ford Motor Company chose to void my warranty due to the installation of a chip. I have a sour taste in my mouth after that customer service experience but what can you do. | 3,000.00 |
| 08/04/03 | Modification | 85000 | Aftermarket torque converter
Got the Excursion back from the transmission shop. I'm testing a torque converter for Mike Lovrich from Inglewood Transmission out of California. Also had a TransGo shiftkit installed. This baby really hauls now. Torque converter lockup is great...no more slippage between shifts or while cruising along!!! | 650.00 |
| 07/07/03 | Repair | 85403 | Replaced Cam Position Sensor
Replaced cam position sensor under 100K Powerstroke warranty. Had to also pay for the towing charge to get the X to the dealership. Sensor is Ford part # F7TZ12K073A | 145.00 |
| 01/10/03 | Repair | | Repaired body damage
Finally had the body work done from the damage in November. She's dent-free once again! | 0.00 |
| 11/09/02 | Damage | | Another OOPS
Somebody else backed into the Excursion! $1800 paid by their insurance. | 0.00 |
| 07/17/02 | Damage | | Parking lot incident
Somebody backed into the rear of the Excursion in the parking lot and dented the bumper. $500 paid by their insurance. | 0.00 |
| 07/01/02 | Miscellaneous | 55000 | 55,000 miles after 2 years
Turned over 55,000 miles in just under 2 years of ownership. | 0.00 |
| 06/04/02 | Miscellaneous | | Record MPG!
Record fuel mileage: 19.4 MPG @ 70 MPH w/ the AC turned on! | 0.00 |
| 05/27/02 | Modification | | ART Rotor Install
Installed Applied Rotor Technology rotors and pads to replace severely warped factory rotors. | 550.00 |
| 03/01/02 | Repair | 44645 | Oil Leak & Maintenance
Oil leaking. Add oil dye and found the left HP oil line O-ring at the head was leaking. Also found the upper to lower intake hose clamps out of place.
Coolant additive added.
Full vehicle inspection.
Lubricate transfer case shift lever pivot bolt and control rod connecting pins.
Replaced fuel filter.
Changed engine coolant.
Brakes pulsate when stopping. Rotors warped, recommend new rotors/pads. I declined.
Rotated tires. | 455.89 |
| 02/05/02 | Maintenance | | sold the DVD player
Sold the DVD player and will be selling the CVA-1005 in preparation for having a computer on board to take over DVD/display purposes. Also will be used for playing mp3's. Am going to get an Alpine deck that supports XM radio as well as external audio inputs for the computer. | 0.00 |
| 12/27/01 | Repair | 41335 | Oil Leak
All oil dropped out. Found Turbo o-rings damaged. Removed pedistal and replaced o-rings between pedistall and block. No charge under warranty. | 0.00 |
| 11/28/01 | Repair | 39738 | Oil Leak
Replaced rear main seal approximately 2 weeks ago and now has lost all its oil again. Rear main seal road test with dye found rear main seal leaking. Replace rear main seal and sleeve assembly.
Rotate tires ($19.99).
No charge for warranty service on oil leak. | 19.99 |
| 11/05/01 | Repair | 37802 | Oil Leak
Replaced wiper motor gear cover.
Removed the front and rear driveshafts, pulled the transmission and transfer case, and replaced rear crankshaft seal, then reassembled.
No charge for warranty service. | 0.00 |
| 10/13/01 | Miscellaneous | | Purchased 5-year, 100K ESP Warranty
| 0.00 |
| 10/08/01 | Maintenance | 35932 | 35K Maintenance
Changed Oil and filter | 60.11 |
| 07/19/01 | Maintenance | 30949 | 30K ESP Service
Changed oil and filter, new air cleaner installed, new fuel filter installed, added automatic transmission fluid, added 1 quart of oil to transfer case. No charge for ESP service. | 0.00 |
| 07/06/01 | Repair | 29500 | Replaced 1 Firestone Steeltex
Replaced Driver's side front Firestone Steeltex tire because the sidewall was peeling. | 152.07 |
| 05/02/01 | Maintenance | 25190 | 25K ESP Maintenance
Engine leaks oil by turbo, noticed turbo bolts were loose. Remove and replace 4 turbo housing bolts and torque, found turbo pedstal to be leaking at back pressure rod. Remove and replace turbo housing, replaced turbo pedestal.
Rear sqeaking/rattling on drivers side when going over bumps. Found rear spring and way bar links loose, retorqued.
Clunking under drivers seat. Retorqued shock bolts.
Trim panel under dash is loose and falling down. Installed 4 push pins.
Changed oil and filter.
No charge for service performed under ESP plan. | 0.00 |
| 04/02/01 | Modification | | Hypermax downpipe and exhaust installed
Installed Hypermax 3.5" downpipe and 5" exhaust system at Exhaust Pros. | 261.98 |
| 03/28/01 | Modification | | K&N Filter Purchase
Purchased from Diesel Injection Service. | 42.21 |
| 03/21/01 | Maintenance | 20153 | 20K ESP Service
Changed oil and filter, rotated tires. | 0.00 |
| 03/20/01 | Modification | | Hypermax 5" exhaust purchase
Purchased 5" Hypermax exhaust system. | 540.00 |
| 03/05/01 | Repair | | Replaced cracked windshield
Insurance covered the cost of this repair. | 0.00 |
| 03/05/01 | Modification | | Hellwig Rear Sway Bar
Purchased Hellwig Rear anti-sway bar from Summit Racing. | 129.69 |
| 03/05/01 | Modification | | Hypermax 3.5" downpipe
| 186.00 |
| 03/05/01 | Modification | | New shocks
Purchased ProComp ES2000 Steering Stabilizer and RS9000 front/rear shocks. | 334.25 |
| 03/02/01 | Modification | | Hypermax 330 Max chip purchase
| 565.00 |
| 02/12/01 | Maintenance | 18197 | SES light and rotors warping
SES light came on. No codes were pulled. SES light went off prior to arriving at the dealership. Brakes were puslating, especially at higher speeds. Machined front rotors, cleaned and lubed caliper slides and found that pads were heatspotted and replaced pads. Clunk noise over drivers side rear of vehicle when going over bumps. Installed new updated bumpers Ford part # (2) YC3Z4730AA BMPR.
Complained about excessive vehicle body roll. Checked tire pressure and claimed it to be OK.
Drivers side seat belt cover broken, sent to body shop for repair.
No charge for service as it was covered under ESP warranty and 36K bumper-to-bumper. | 0.00 |
| 01/22/01 | Modification | | Custom install of subs in rear doors
Circuit City custom-installed subs into rear doors of the Excursion. | 413.22 |
| 01/09/01 | Modification | | Purchased subs and amp
Purchased Alpine 2-channel AMP MRV-T757 and 2 Alpine 10" subs for the rear doors SWR-1040D. | 468.60 |
| 01/09/01 | Modification | | Installation of subs and amps
Had Circuit City custom install the 10" subs into the rear cargo doors. They also installed the sub amp. Purchased and installed 4-channel AMP MRV-F307. | 713.66 |
| 12/28/00 | Maintenance | 15034 | 15K ESP Maintenance
Changed oil and filter, rotated tires, replaced fuel filter, added FW16 coolant conditioner to cooling system, replaced air filter. | 0.00 |
| 12/05/00 | Modification | | Window tint installed
Ziebart window tinting performed. Window Tint with Shatter-Bloc on all windows except the windshield. | 299.00 |
| 11/25/00 | Modification | | Alpine Multimedia system and alarm w/ remote start installed
Installed Alpine DVA5205 DVD Player, CVA1005, CHA1214, Viper 550ESP alarm w/ remote start. | 3,396.46 |
| 11/24/00 | Maintenance | 10226 | 10K ESP Maintenance
Changed oil and filter, rotated tires, adding cooling system additive, torqued sway bar bolt to eliminate clunk noise coming from front end. | 0.00 |
| 08/01/00 | Miscellaneous | 81 | Original Purchase
Original purchase of the vehicle. | 0.00 |
| Total | 32,784.78 |
