Do you need brakes on a Ford Excursion?

Do you need brakes on a Ford Excursion?

Also, while it isn’t a suspension mod, the OP added new factory-spec brakes in place of the parts that came on the truck when he bought it.

What did I need to upgrade my Ford Excursion?

The first components which he purchased to upgrade his ¾-ton SUV were new springs (that cost him two 30-packs of Miller beer), so we will start with his suspension upgrades.

What kind of Springs does an excursion use?

The OP wanted to give his Excursion a more aggressive stance, so he bought leaf springs from a diesel F-350, first installing the fronts and driving the truck for a while without changing the back end. As a result, the back end didn’t sit as high as the OP wanted, but as time went on, he added the beefier rear springs as well.

Is the Ford Excursion still in the lineup?

The Ford Excursion has sadly been out of the company lineup for more than a decade, but FTE member Tylus is in the process of rebuilding one of the ¾-ton-based SUVs. So far, this is a fairly simple build, with a great many upgrades coming out of necessity.

When did the 2000 Ford Excursion come out?

Tylus first introduced the forum to his 2000 Ford Excursion back in June and since then, he has consistently updated his build thread with the latest improvements and problems along the way. When the OP first started his build thread, he included a list of his plans for the Excursion as well as the stock picture above.

How old is the Ford Excursion V10?

While we have highlighted many of the upgrades made by Tylus to his 2000 Ford Excursion, there has been plenty more done to refresh this 17-year old ¾-ton SUV, so if you are looking for repair information on your own Excursion, check out this thread in the forum. Join the Ford Truck Enthusiasts forums now — FREE!

What kind of engine does a Ford Excursion have?

Ford Expedition with Triton V10 engine is given a new lease on life and a more aggressive look via some relatively routine upgrades. The Ford Excursion has sadly been out of the company lineup for more than a decade, but FTE member Tylus is in the process of rebuilding one of the ¾-ton-based SUVs.