2001 Ford Excursion XLT 4x4 7.3 Diesel w/ air ride seat,performance chip, + more

2001 Ford Excursion Diesel 4x4 7.3 Diesel
The Ford Excursion is the King of the SUVs and the 7.3 diesel is one of the most sought after in the history of diesel engines. Production of the Ford Excursion ended in 2005. The 7.3 engine was installed in the Excursion until 2003 when the change in EPA standards ended its production. This is a 2001 Ford Excursion XLT 7.3 Diesel Built in Kentucky in March 2001. I have had this truck since March 2013 with the intention of keeping it for a long time to come as you can see by the amount of work and care I have put into it. A change in circumstance has brought about a change in my needs. I have driven this truck cross country and up and down the east coast several times and it has never let me down. It tows well and performs well towing or traveling on its own. It is equipped with a hitch and trailer brake control. While towing I typically get @10 MPG and alone @15 MPG highway, have gotten as high as 17 MPG. It is currently set up with a futon bed and large tool box in the back.
Cons -
typical dings and wear for a 14 year old vehicle with 210k miles
Drivers side rear door window does not operate from rear door switch (switch tested and working), t does operate from master control on drivers door
it has rust on the rocker panels, ypical Ford location, ost of the rust is on the backside of the rockers - LMC does sell patch panels
sold as is where is, o warranties
Both -
@210k miles, lot of miles for a vehicle but not for a 7.3 diesel, hese motors are known for longevity and 400-500k miles isn't unusual, ven then a rebuild and on the road for another 500k
XLT with 40/20/40 front seat, he console in this gen Super Duty was horrible, he fold over middle seat is a better option.
XLT means no DVD or automatic climate control, ess aging electronics to worry about
Pros -
4x4
PW, DL, xtendable heated and remote towing mirrors, ruise, c/heat front and rear, passenger
National air ride seat with heat (driver side, $1k upgrade)
Firestone airbags on rear
Currently has 4 drawer tool box with large drawers and a futon on top for taking a nap on those long trips
Comes with stock driver’s seat and third row seat
I use diesel treatment in the fuel every 2-3 fill ups to keep the lines and injectors clean
book of maintenance history since I have had the vehicle
Recent Work done:
Batteries (now has yellow top optimas, 500 in batteries alone!)
water pump
upper and lower radiator hose
thermostat
belt
front brakes and rotors
steering stabilizer
tie rod ends
alignment
driver's side exhaust manifold
complete transmission flush and service with the correct oil (it is a common mistake to use the wrong fluid)
oil change
complete cooling system flush serviced with proper coolant and distilled water (it is common mistake to use the wrong coolant, istilled water is best - very few impurities)
Rebuilt, pgraded and balanced turbo with mechanical waste gate
EBPV delete, one with kit so no internals causing problems (new turbo exhaust outlet, ew turbo pedestal)
New turbo up pipes
new turbo hoses
Power Hungry Performance Hydra Chip up to 17 positions, p to 140hp, ultiple tuning options, nd a digital display
PDL motors replaced (all front 4 doors)
2005 super duty grill and headlights
front hitch
2001 Excursion Information - Excerpt from web site:
Excursion’s maximum power goes even higher in 2001. Horse-power on the 7.3L Power Stroker turbo diesel V-8 engine has been increased to 250 and torque has been increased to 505 lb.-ft.
Excursion can tow up to 10,000 lbs. when properly equipped, hich is a huge advantage for people with large boats, otor-homes and trailers. Excursion’s engines deliver impressive power, ith high torque at low rpm. That means Excursion’s pulling power is available at lower speeds – an important factor in towing.
Excursion’s 4R100 4-speed automatic transmission also improves towing, specially on hilly terrain. It has an automatic tow-haul feature that uses a computer module to help adjust transmission shift patterns for hills, hanges in altitude or when towing heavy loads. A switch on the shift lever locks out the overdrive fourth gear to obtain third-gear braking in downgrades. The transmission also has a standard auxiliary cooler for heavy-duty use. Excursion’s optional electronic shift-on-the-fly four-wheel drive system is extremely convenient with a dash-mounted selector switch. There is no shift delay. The operation is virtually silent and the vehicle can be shifted in or out of four-wheel drive at up to 55 mph.
2001 Ford Excursion XLT 7.3L V8 Diesel 4WD SUV
Model: 2001 Ford Excursion
Horsepower: 250 HP
Towing capacity: 10,000 lbs
Engine: 7.3L V8 diesel
Curb weight: 7,190 lbs
Cargo volume: 48 ft³, 46.4 ft³ with seat area
Engine cylinder configuration: V engine
Dimensions: 227" L x 80" W x 77-80" H