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  • @Yashi8384
    @Yashi8384 4 месяца назад +1791

    I'd definitely love to watch you modify the truck in the future. Some vlogs about the process would be great, if they can fit in the schedule.

    • @demetriuscooksey7147
      @demetriuscooksey7147 4 месяца назад +25

      Agreed. That rig says, "Brian Shaw" all over it!

    • @josephdover198
      @josephdover198 4 месяца назад +7

      I can understand the desire to modify it but personally even if I had Brian Shaw's money I wouldn't. There's no need it has plenty of clearance already. Maybe more of an off road tire when those wear out. I would however want to do something about the front end. Like he said I don't like the look. Maybe get rid of it being two tone color scheme and go all white with a front bumper/winch that's flat black. When you start to do too many modifications you compromise the truck's longevity. The reason the 7.3 Ford diesel is so bulletproof is because it's underpowered from the factory. You can easily push way over twice the factory horsepower but now it's no longer a bulletproof motor. You just cut it's life in half or worse. Extreme lifts and much bigger tires? Okay cool now your truck drives like absolute shit. You're relegated to buying a new dually diesel and a trailer to drag this thing to some off roading site. If that's what you want to do go ahead but don't expect to not hate how it drives on the road. Just my first hand knowledge opinion. At 38 I've known plenty of people with ridiculous lifts and tires on trucks, SUV's and Jeeps and every single one of them drove like a log. My 2010 Tacoma is lifted on 33's and even that compromised how it drove a great deal compared to the factory 31's. Driving Jeep Wranglers on 35's is a nightmare.

    • @SouthPlanObservation
      @SouthPlanObservation 4 месяца назад

      Yes please

    • @demetriuscooksey7147
      @demetriuscooksey7147 4 месяца назад

      @@josephdover198 k

    • @James-on6pr
      @James-on6pr 4 месяца назад +5

      @@josephdover198it’s his. Let him do whatever he wants if it makes him happy. You’re not him

  • @bankspower
    @bankspower 4 месяца назад +146

    Brian, congrats on the Excursion! We couldn't help but notice the Banks iDash on the windshield. Let's put the gauge in an A-pillar mount and add some upgrades like our Intercooler, Turbo Compressor Housing and wastegate, Ram-Air Intake, Monster-Exhaust, Trans Command module and more. We've emailed you.

    • @BigPawTivald
      @BigPawTivald 3 месяца назад +15

      Legit, Banks and Brian Shaw video would be fantastic.

    • @devanmitchell3017
      @devanmitchell3017 3 месяца назад +4

      This just made my day. Two of my favorite channels

    • @yepitsme2536
      @yepitsme2536 3 месяца назад +2

      Someone needs to step up and help with the transmission as well. I used to own an 02 f350 and one of the biggest complaints I had was how loose/sluggish it felt. Those excursions are even heavier so I'm sure it doesn't feel like a sports car. Appropriately sized turbo and injector combo really helps but the real issue is that 4 speed. Either a allison swap or maybe a 5r110? Either option would be an amazing upgrade. I currently own a 4 door 2006 lbz duramax and I gotta say, the transmission is amazing. Makes towing feel effortless and smooth. It's light years ahead of that old 4 speed

    • @JoseG977
      @JoseG977 3 месяца назад

      Id be super interested in a 7.3 build on your channel. I just bought me a f250 7.3, a lot for the same reasons you decided on the 7.3. Awesome gem you found Brian

    • @BigPawTivald
      @BigPawTivald 3 месяца назад

      @@yepitsme2536 5r110 would be a great swap. The 4R100 are bullet proof though and were rated at 1200ft/lbs from the get-go. The wiring ford did was comical though. The 3rd tail light (On the cab) was wired into the transmission, so if the light had a short, it would cause issues in the tranny. Another thing is they are super picky about alternators/voltage regulators. I had the same issue, hard shifts or early shifts in my early 99, went to a mean green 220amp and it solved all my issues.

  • @grizzlypork2965
    @grizzlypork2965 4 месяца назад +88

    Love seeing these 7.3’s get an owner that really appreciates their quality. Congrats Brian!

  • @MOOSE-qw4mx
    @MOOSE-qw4mx 4 месяца назад +84

    Hell yes! I bought an 01' F350 7.3L brand new. Crazy I've had it for over 20yrs now, on the cusp of 400k miles. I bought my wife an 02' 7.3L excursion for my wife in 2015 from a very nice lady in Michigan that only put 40k miles on it. Nothing beats the 7.3 and those old school seats. I feel Brian's pain, I'm 6'10 so the room is a must! Keep it right B, and your boys will be driving that thing before too long

    • @brettscott7574
      @brettscott7574 4 месяца назад +1

      😂 my wife takes our kids to school in the same car my mom took me to school in a 01' 7.3 excursion I've got my dad's matching f250... We have other cars and another 7.3 but those two get loved on.

    • @MikeYork-bn1mt
      @MikeYork-bn1mt 4 месяца назад +1

      I love all of my White brothers and sisters.

  • @pajerhockey
    @pajerhockey 4 месяца назад +338

    Cannot wait to see the competitors leg press this at the Shaw Classic this year!

  • @christopherhernandez9716
    @christopherhernandez9716 4 месяца назад +262

    Eddie buys the smallest car and Shaw buys the biggest truck love these guys😂

    • @kd5nrh
      @kd5nrh 4 месяца назад +8

      Brian really wants a 1978 Pinto with a Nickelback wrap, but he's too ashamed to admit it.

    • @SuckLessatLife
      @SuckLessatLife 4 месяца назад

      Well... Eddie also as a tank, sooo...

    • @KineticTaco
      @KineticTaco 4 месяца назад

      @@kd5nrhcomment tickled me pink 😂

    • @tobiasobermayr501
      @tobiasobermayr501 4 месяца назад +4

      Eddie also owns a Tank that he drives around the neighborhood XD

  • @DukeBlade-ol6pm
    @DukeBlade-ol6pm 3 месяца назад +29

    Great truck. Lucky new owner. The 4R100 transmission will last only 160,000 miles unless you Loctite the three pedestal bolts for the hydraulic pump in the transmission. Bolts are above the valve body. The transmission power shaft will eventually vibrate the bolts loose, then hydraulic oil will leak and line pressure will fail, then clutches will spin, then transmission will overheat and burn the fluid and destroy the clutch plates. I know because two of my 4R100s did that and had to visit BTS for their 1000HP transmission rebuild. Great shop for that work. The 7.3PS is 50% detuned by Ford to not destroy the transmission. But leaving the 7.3PS detuned will allow the engine to be a million mile engine just like the BTS million mile transmission.
    Had a bad torque converter rattling from the factory. Dealer never said anything was wrong. But even the receptionist at BTS recognized the bad converter rattle as soon as I drove up. Shameful Ford dealer not saying anything or fixing it under warranty.
    Noticed there is a coolant filter to catch the casting sand from the factory. At 70,000 miles that problem should have cleared. Be sure to run the ELC Coolant to protect for engine killing cavitation.
    Since it doesn't have a catalytic converter, run extra zinc additive to protect bearing wear surfaces, especially the camshaft since EPA has been deleting zinc additive to protect catalytic converters while destroying the engines.
    The diesel trucks had a one size for all gasoline tank for the truck builds. The extra long fuel filler tube one foot emissions air gap for the gasoline tanks is not needed for the diesels. A hack is to pull the filler tub and shorten it to allow an extra three gallons of diesel in the tank which you made need for towing.
    Watch out for the top of the left A pillar leaking onto the BCM at the bottom left of the dash by the emergency brake pedal. At least put a rain coat over the BCM until time for a permanent leak solution.
    Mechanics say never ever get rid of the 7.3 Powerstroke. New EPA diesels are junk. Don't make the mistake the last guy made and sell that truck.
    There may be a corrugated cable bundle rubbing through the aluminum intake air charge pipe. Check it and separate them if rubbing.
    Careful of the vacuum operated front 4x4 hubs. There is no drain hole for condensation which will build up and rust out the front wheel bearings. Front end is a lot of weight for rusty bearings. You will notice turn slack and bumping as bearing going out. Get good rubber vacuum hoses to replace the gummy bear hoses Ford provided on the hubs.
    When I run Biodiesel in my Powerstroke, people complain about being hungry because exhaust smells like fried chicken. :- ) Yes it is real biodiesel and not raw frying oil which has wax that will damage combustion chamber of a diesel engine. The wax plasticizes into pellets that ping the piston.
    Carry extra Ford CPS. If wont start and and no tach movement, the CPS failed. Carry the wrench to replace the CPS in case stranded somewhere.
    If the IPV fails a certain way, that truck will launch like a dragster. Very scary when in traffic. It is like the fuel pedal is in monster mode. Smoked the dually tires when it happened.
    Nice feature, is that engine wont fire up if engine oil is low. Solves that problem.
    Happy trucking.

    • @FredFlintstone21
      @FredFlintstone21 3 месяца назад +1

      I think you meant IPR valve? Regarding the front wheel bearings, riffraff diesel sells a sweet grease zerk. Google Front ABS Grease-able Block Off Fitting 99-16
      Part Number:RDPABS

    • @red6309
      @red6309 3 месяца назад +3

      How is this a great truck after an essay of potential hazards and issues with the truck XDDD 🤣
      By the time i read half of this i was thinking its a troll post xDDD

    • @FredFlintstone21
      @FredFlintstone21 3 месяца назад

      @@red6309 hang in there buddy

    • @red6309
      @red6309 3 месяца назад +2

      Why should i ? I am curious about the truck as i have never owned a vehicle and just want to learn more about it.@@FredFlintstone21

    • @FredFlintstone21
      @FredFlintstone21 3 месяца назад

      @@red6309 good to be curious. Your choice to hang in there or not. Settle down.

  • @celli351
    @celli351 4 месяца назад +3

    Yes! Please post your progress as you do things to it! Can't wait, and so proud of you!

  • @thefumminspagerpope4452
    @thefumminspagerpope4452 4 месяца назад +105

    The fact that this specific truck is a dream truck for you is the single coolest thing on earth! Hell ya! So awesome!!!!!!!!

    • @johnscala7147
      @johnscala7147 4 месяца назад +8

      K calm down bro, that’s definitely not the single coolest thing on earth. You’re trippin.

    • @stevenwoodman1032
      @stevenwoodman1032 4 месяца назад

      😂 ​@@johnscala7147

    • @ClutchClick
      @ClutchClick 4 месяца назад

      @@johnscala7147 You calm down, hater.

  • @ComicKodi
    @ComicKodi 4 месяца назад +121

    The 7.3L Powerstroke is one of, if not the, best engines Ford ever put in a truck. It’s bulletproof and the excursion is so roomy. Always been a dream of mine, too. Never expected to see an ‘02 in this shape with this few mileage. What a treat.

    • @aayushphysio178
      @aayushphysio178 4 месяца назад

      70,000 miles are less?

    • @ComicKodi
      @ComicKodi 4 месяца назад +1

      @@aayushphysio178 definitely. It’s hard to find a 7.3 powerstroke with less than 300k nowadays.

    • @ComicKodi
      @ComicKodi 4 месяца назад +2

      @@sailyui hence why it’s got a 44 gallon tank 😂

    • @ediiis11
      @ediiis11 4 месяца назад

      ask whistlindiesel that how good os this engine :D

    • @mdc3227
      @mdc3227 4 месяца назад

      Shame that the rest of the truck is utterly garbage. One of the worst trucks Ford has ever produced.

  • @brianteed7390
    @brianteed7390 4 месяца назад +1

    A tip that will let your turbo last longer. When you get where you are going don't shut the truck off right away, let it idle for about 5 minutes. They used to sell a product called the turbo timer. You could turn the key off and it would let the truck idle until the turbo temp dropped enough then it would shut the truck off.

  • @MASS_ONE
    @MASS_ONE 4 месяца назад +3

    I can tell how happy you are, and Im happy for you! you deserve it! you give back to strongman so much. you are great brian!

  • @5jmac2
    @5jmac2 4 месяца назад +69

    I’m not typically a huge Ford fan but they nailed it with these excursions. Absolutely fantastic rig

    • @Charlton2010
      @Charlton2010 4 месяца назад

      The Raptor is lovely too

    • @cry_now_laugh_later
      @cry_now_laugh_later 4 месяца назад +1

      @@Charlton2010those are trash

    • @Red-head-triple1
      @Red-head-triple1 4 месяца назад +1

      @@cry_now_laugh_laterlol

    • @bsx132
      @bsx132 4 месяца назад +2

      Excursions + early to mid 90's F250 / 350's are some of the best SUV's / trucks ever made.

    • @shawndon7374
      @shawndon7374 2 месяца назад

      Cateye duramax is better tho lol​@@bsx132

  • @kirk0respite
    @kirk0respite 4 месяца назад +206

    Need a strongman overland trip in this thing with Eddie, Robert and nick!

    • @besabuba
      @besabuba 4 месяца назад +2

      yes

    • @TommyNitro
      @TommyNitro 4 месяца назад +3

      Make Eddie bring that small 3 wheeler!

    • @joemacleod-iredale2888
      @joemacleod-iredale2888 4 месяца назад +4

      If Eddie farted they’d all die.

    • @jonmolina948
      @jonmolina948 3 месяца назад

      It’ll probably get 5mpg with all of them inside and destroy the shocks.

  • @alfredpannell7812
    @alfredpannell7812 2 месяца назад

    Congratulations big man every one of your videos I’ve watched you are such a humble man much respect for that ! Can’t wait to see what you do with the truck

  • @Youngallstar
    @Youngallstar 4 месяца назад +2

    Brian, I would like to see every single step you take with this truck if you wouldn't mind. I'm literally talking any upgrade, light bulb change, hell even car wash! You having the means to buy any of these newer vehicles that you want but loving this classic is really nice to see. Not to mention, the condition you were able to get this in is CRAZY, as if the one owner kept it in a garage for 20 years so paint wouldn't fade etc. I know people that have bought newer cars and they don't look this good, no accident or anything, just the lack of actually taking care of the vehicle itself! Thank you for the video and hope to see plenty more updates to come! Keep being GREAT!

  • @nydieselinfl
    @nydieselinfl 4 месяца назад +49

    Hey Brian, beautiful Excursion there! I have a 2001 7.3 diesel myself. Since I've had mine for the last 2 years, I would say the number 1 must have would definitely be better brakes. I was able to do that easily since mine was already lifted 4 inches, so I added 20"rims to add the bigger brakes so there would not be any clearance issues. This truck has a lot of mass, and with towing and all, it'll definitely be the most important upgrade you can make, especially if you plan on towing with it.

  • @grimm256
    @grimm256 4 месяца назад +49

    Fun to see a man this excited about a truck. I feel we can all relate! Definitely we’ll deserved. Good things come to those who wait.

  • @bbsal4031
    @bbsal4031 10 дней назад

    70,000 miles!!! Heck that is brand spanking new. Our 7.3 excursion has 300,000; I drive it one or two days a week anymore to keep the batteries charged. It runs and drives fantastic still. We bought it 20 years ago. Plan on keeping it always.

  • @ek2013_
    @ek2013_ 2 месяца назад +1

    Love the truck. I got my 7.3 4x4 Limited about 7 months ago and I absolutely love it. It was also my dream truck. It has 260k miles and it runs near perfect. Congrats on your purchase.

  • @rollingmetal949
    @rollingmetal949 4 месяца назад +69

    As a dude in my early 20s I can't imagine how frigking awesome it must feel to get something you have been dreaming of MOST OF MY LIFE!😊

    • @juffurey
      @juffurey 4 месяца назад +1

      Brian was in his early 20s once too you know!

    • @XxXx-sc3xu
      @XxXx-sc3xu 4 месяца назад

      Finishes off with an emoji. Classic

  • @CamoEffectiveness
    @CamoEffectiveness 4 месяца назад +193

    Upgrades I would do having owned one for a couple years.
    1. Dana 60 front axle. Stronger than the Dana 50 and lockers are much more readily available.
    2. 37 inch tires. You can run 37's on the stock suspension.
    3. Warn locking hubs on the front axle.

    • @blue44411
      @blue44411 4 месяца назад +3

      This might have a dana 60 already in it you could get them factory in 01/02 when the superdutys switched to them it was an option for the excursions

    • @CamoEffectiveness
      @CamoEffectiveness 4 месяца назад +6

      @@blue44411 With it having the extra captains chairs it might. The person that bought it originally seemed to get all the bells and whistles.

    • @remingtonwendt7756
      @remingtonwendt7756 4 месяца назад +1

      @@CamoEffectiveness and they had a few after market parts as well, a S&B cold air intake, they even had a fuel bowl delete, well at least it looks like that from the video…

    • @copelandgreen8853
      @copelandgreen8853 4 месяца назад

      yes, but yukon hubs

    • @zirzmokealot4600
      @zirzmokealot4600 4 месяца назад +2

      Id start with some new batteries and glow plugs.

  • @fx767
    @fx767 2 месяца назад

    Welcome to the Excursion family!!!
    I had mine 2000 limited since 2011.
    Love driving it!!
    Totally agree with the space specially, without the center console Like the newer trucks that are so wide, taking up some of my knee space
    Yes, I have a brand new diesel, but I still love my excursion and I drive it !!!

  • @ultimateLOLman
    @ultimateLOLman 4 месяца назад +9

    Crazy to see shaw have the same taste for the legendary 7.3 as me. Awesome rig

  • @monawoka97
    @monawoka97 4 месяца назад +56

    My dad has a 97 f250 powerstroke diesel. I can't describe how much I love that truck. The sound, smell, and body. That thing took us on so many childhood defining adventures. Also once you learn to drive a manual transmission in a big diesel truck any other manual transmission is an absolute cake walk.

    • @Florida_man420
      @Florida_man420 4 месяца назад +5

      7.3 exhaust smell reminds me of my grandpas truck every time. Shame my uncle sold the truck once he passed

    • @krustyclassicsgarage
      @krustyclassicsgarage 4 месяца назад +2

      It actually makes driving a gasoline engine/manual transmission combo harder because you have to be a lot quicker on and off the clutch pedal compared to the old school diesels with 5 speeds. They make more then enough torque that its actually hard to stall them and you have to shift them much slower. But, those 90s diesels are great. This excursion shares the same 7.3 as your dads 97.

    • @Txb4g
      @Txb4g 4 месяца назад +1

      Have to agree with Krusty, Diesel are way easier to drive, even modern ones compared to gasoline.

    • @robertdevito5001
      @robertdevito5001 4 месяца назад

      I'm not sure I would consider that a big diesel truck, but yeah

  • @dieselbuilder6588
    @dieselbuilder6588 4 месяца назад +42

    Brian, also make sure it has rear swaybar, some of the earlier Excursions did not have one, it helps a lot with body roll and stability, important thing for safety.

  • @robertbruce4308
    @robertbruce4308 4 месяца назад +1

    Gotta see more my uncle had an 02 excursion with the v10 thing was a beast and so cool. Wheels and tires front and rear bumper changes. Some kind of roof rack. Diff paint. Off road lighting

  • @shaunhoisington3423
    @shaunhoisington3423 3 месяца назад +1

    i absolutely love the 7.3.. i had a 2002 F250 super duty 4x4 that i traded in with 882,000 miles.. all i did was fuel seperator o rings and oil cooler. amazing trucks and engines.. happy for you Brian..

  • @BigPawTivald
    @BigPawTivald 4 месяца назад +50

    She's mint Brian. Riff Raff Diesel makes some great products for the 7.3. I recommend the 140v IDM mod for easier starts in the winter and some more power. Hotshots Secret stiction eliminator in the oil every other oil change or every oil change (all their products are great, I use FR3 in all my vehicles, front to back.) I would always pour the stiction eliminator right into the oil filter and drain and fill the HPOP with it. I personally use Delo 400 or Rotella t6 for oil with Wix filters or Napa Gold. 5w-30 in the winter, 15w-40 the rest of the year. 100 dollar man used to offer great marine grade glow plugs and glow plug relays. I liked to make my own fuel additive with 2 stoke oil, cetane booster, anti-gel (winter) and some ATF. I've owned (4) 7.3s, I could get them to start on the first glow plug cycle in -30F without being plugged in with the winter. Running the 5w-30, I wouldn't tow too heavy though, keep it in the 10-13k gross weight.

  • @overflow6004
    @overflow6004 4 месяца назад +34

    I am super interested in seeing this project, you can tell Brian is really passionate about it

  • @ethanramirez9450
    @ethanramirez9450 4 месяца назад +4

    My dad has a 2003 f-250 lariat extended cab long bed . Same color white with gold trimming with same interior. We took out the 6.0 motor and did a .20 over with new pistons and heads with upgraded oil cooler by bulletproof diesel. Every flaw the 6.0 had we corrected it. Hopefully we can finish the build by this year. Then we are going to upgrade the transmission and fuel system. Love your videos Brian !

    • @TheGuardian_TM
      @TheGuardian_TM 4 месяца назад +1

      Good luck. I’ve replaced every part, harness, and sensor under the hood of my bulletproofed 6.0 at least once in 25k miles. It’s awesome when it’s acting right, but it’s temperamental.

  • @DrNo-dz2hd
    @DrNo-dz2hd 3 месяца назад +2

    As a truck guy and a bodybuilding fan, this collab is for the ages.
    And I wanna see every bit of it.
    MORE MODDING CONTENT!

  • @HeCoversMe
    @HeCoversMe 4 месяца назад +224

    The truck is like “oh my gosh what have my owners done? This guy is crushing me!” I love Keri’s response hahaha our wives are never excited about mens toys😂

    • @adamjones6228
      @adamjones6228 4 месяца назад +7

      Ikr. She's like, im so happy for you. 😂

    • @HeCoversMe
      @HeCoversMe 4 месяца назад +4

      @@adamjones6228 exactly with that look on her face I seen so many times with my bride.

    • @monibo7075
      @monibo7075 4 месяца назад

      that's not a truck that a SUV my good sir

    • @HeCoversMe
      @HeCoversMe 4 месяца назад

      @@monibo7075 I know.,, it doesn’t really talk like that either 😃

    • @kirkpalmer1709
      @kirkpalmer1709 4 месяца назад

      They see it as that much less money that can be spent on them.

  • @sextonhardcastle8696
    @sextonhardcastle8696 4 месяца назад +48

    I love seeing Brian making a video of something that he’s so stoked for!!

  • @PopeMinistries
    @PopeMinistries 3 месяца назад

    My father drove an excursion in the early 2000's. Absolutely loved it!! EXCURSIONS AND THE H2'S are the best big man SUVS from back in the day for sure! 10-4!!

  • @dmthomas881
    @dmthomas881 4 месяца назад

    Very cool truck! Fun to watch how excited you are to receive it. Congratulations!

  • @BSauce7677
    @BSauce7677 4 месяца назад +21

    Hey Brian!
    My first vehicle turning 16 was a 2000 Excursion with the 7.3. I still have it and in the process of restoring it. Shes got 310,000 miles on her and shes been used for what she was built for but I wouldn't trade it for any other vehicle on the road. You definitely hit the pot of gold with this one!
    I look forward to seeing the modifications as I rebuild mine along with your customizations!

  • @dieselbuilder6588
    @dieselbuilder6588 4 месяца назад +18

    Brian, I'm a huge fan of yours and Excursions!!!!! I was cheering when I seen this video posted, my best mod ever to mine was a front axle swap, I used an axle from an F450 (must be 2005 and up with coils this is the real Dana super 60 axle) at first with factory coils and then later switched to airbags, rides amazing now and I have huge F450 brakes that blow the stock brakes away (you need to run 20" wheels minimum to clear the brakes). The F450 axle was converted from 10 lug to 8 lug and dually adapters dropped to narrow it and now my tires turn to a full 45+ degrees, only the F450 and F550 axles turn this sharp, its night and day difference to park and stop now. The front axle is wider so to even the track width to the rear I used a dana 80 from 2004 and earlier dually, major rear end upgrade. Please Please keep us updated with the modifications you do!

    • @MaximusMerideus
      @MaximusMerideus 4 месяца назад

      My man, how much did it cost you to build your Excursion out? Also, ow many man hours?

    • @dieselbuilder6588
      @dieselbuilder6588 4 месяца назад

      Probably over $9k in suspension and related, axles, wheels, and tires alone, just parts, did all labor myself including radius arm fab and airbag mount fab, over 150 hours for sure, its very clean, all meticulously dismantled and painted, new power stop drilled and slotted rotors all around, new F450 power steering box to turn the full 45 degrees, lots of small details to make it all work and look clean. 08 up rear springs that are 8" longer for better ride. Helwwig 1.5" bigwig sway bar in front for F450, Detroit true trac diff in front, lots of extra's. On board air with in cab control for bags at all 4 corners, the rear is just overload bags front is 100% air ride. @@MaximusMerideus

  • @bigmouth0317ab
    @bigmouth0317ab 4 месяца назад

    So sweet! Can’t wait to follow the process!!

  • @brendasmith5937
    @brendasmith5937 3 месяца назад +1

    I loved my 2002 7.3L Excursion! I had it for 8 years and also bought mine from a one owner. Kids are grown so it's starting to sit- worst thing for a diesel. I highly recommend the K & N filter and a tuner (Edge- Evolution). They do alot for your fuel economy. Also the fuel modification with the springs in the fuel bowl. I was getting 16/17 mpg (paper and pencil method) with the mods. I also recommend the FS2500 oil bypass filtration. Keeps your oil clean. Your injectors will thank you. Something else I added was the RACOR fuel filtration. Works better than the screens on the sending unit.
    Now the only downside- a 20+ year old truck is going to start having failures due to its age. Some parts are no longer available through Ford and you will be reliant on the junkyard for some parts. I totally miss my truck!

  • @MrJakib1
    @MrJakib1 4 месяца назад +35

    I'd love to see videos of future mods on the truck.

  • @matthewgarner8
    @matthewgarner8 4 месяца назад +33

    I would love to see it. You could do a front suspension swap with the 05 up coil suspension it’ll ride and turn a lot better!

  • @CameronWilkerson87
    @CameronWilkerson87 4 месяца назад

    Congratulations Brian!!!
    Yes I would love to see you build this truck the way you want to!

  • @garrisdom
    @garrisdom 3 месяца назад

    Bro found one of the cleanest in the country. Low Low miles. This baby is not even broken in.. It will perform even better if he drives it consistently over time. Congrats Brian!

  • @MrCarter913
    @MrCarter913 4 месяца назад +13

    I love the 7.3. I have a 2001 f250 with the 7.3. I have 400k miles on it and she is still going strong. I have always wanted a excursion. Great buy Brian!

  • @tonyarzate90
    @tonyarzate90 4 месяца назад +12

    Can't wait!!! Stoked to see this beauty of a rig get a few mods. Super cool to see Brian this excited about a tank, I've always been a fan of these Excursions.

  • @scottstarkey4035
    @scottstarkey4035 Месяц назад

    Congratulations!! I just picked up a 2000 v10 for a couple specific towing trips I need to make. I have fallen in love with it - it's a Nebraska truck, so it has rust - so I'm now looking for a rust free 7.3 to buy. These rigs are friggin' awesome!!

  • @JS-fn2rm
    @JS-fn2rm 4 месяца назад

    Beautiful!! Keep these vids coming

  • @GmKcorp
    @GmKcorp 4 месяца назад +10

    Seeing Brian buy an Excursion with a 7,3 Powerstroke makes me love this guy even more. I’d love to see more videos about the truck! Btw the front guard looks awesome 😎

  • @spencerspiegel5980
    @spencerspiegel5980 4 месяца назад +49

    Being born into a car family, I would LOVE to see a video series of any modifications you make to your truck. I love the Excursion too, it’s so underrated but I didn’t know it had four packages. Stuff like that is really interesting to me and a lot of other people

    • @griprep3506
      @griprep3506 4 месяца назад +2

      The Excursion is not underrated at all. Any Excursion with a 7.3 in it is beyond expensive. Everyone knows how capable they are

    • @monibo7075
      @monibo7075 4 месяца назад

      that's not a truck that a SUV my good sir

    • @MikeYork-bn1mt
      @MikeYork-bn1mt 4 месяца назад

      *TRUMP 2024*

    • @monibo7075
      @monibo7075 3 месяца назад

      @@MikeYork-bn1mt can he even be elected as president? Legally speaking

  • @masong5325
    @masong5325 4 месяца назад +7

    Brian you’re almost to 2m subscribers! So happy for you and your accomplishments throughout the years. You are so motivational, much respect

  • @KyleEbright
    @KyleEbright 4 месяца назад +1

    That's a sweet Excursion - would like to see more videos on this rig! Looks really clean, congrats!

  • @Truckster1
    @Truckster1 4 месяца назад +6

    I can't believe how easily you get in and out of that rig and how much room you have around you when Seated. That is awesome.
    Yes, I would enjoy following your customization.
    Congrats on your new toy, B!

  • @twofaaaace5188
    @twofaaaace5188 4 месяца назад +4

    Brian really found a Gem in this truck. Finding a 2002 Excursion with 70K miles one owner is wow... I loved this car back when I was a kid and seeing this one makes me want one now that I'm older 😅

  • @kellytuliau5225
    @kellytuliau5225 4 месяца назад

    Yes!! Definitely wanna see the truck upgrade journey!

  • @zaneadams4169
    @zaneadams4169 4 месяца назад

    Great truck Brian! Definitely keep us up to date on the mods. Keep crushing it. 👍💪

  • @Itsjoshbo
    @Itsjoshbo 4 месяца назад +4

    Excursions are great, same room in the back seat and 3rd row as there is in the front (including headspace) with all your bigger buddies they’d be comfortable on a long trip. Would love to see a build series on it! Ranch hand makes great bumpers for these!

  • @knife_outsider
    @knife_outsider 4 месяца назад +28

    If you're going to put taller tires on it be sure to lower (numerically higher)the gears in the differentials. That way you don't put excess stress on the transmission. I can't wait to see you build this truck man! Also congrats!

    • @bandinopla
      @bandinopla 4 месяца назад

      I've understood everything you wrote.

    • @gregpenismith1248
      @gregpenismith1248 4 месяца назад

      It's kind of points to put bigger tires on that thing. It's already too wide and long for anything rougher than a fire road.

    • @iceman27406
      @iceman27406 4 месяца назад

      these come with 4.10

  • @kylersmiler9274
    @kylersmiler9274 4 месяца назад

    So happy to see this as someone who loves cars, I think your very deserving of it with all of the hard work you have put in! I would love to see more about it in the future!!! Also I’m not generally a big Ford fan but I love the 7.3 and the excursions!!!

  • @PrivateBeeBop
    @PrivateBeeBop 4 месяца назад +4

    I would like to add, in the colorado weather it is highly advised to use a diesel anti gel additive! Very nice truck.

  • @mikelester7502
    @mikelester7502 4 месяца назад +2

    Those 7.3’s are indestructible! Everyone around here where I’m from who has them, still drive them. Some have 400K-500K miles and still running on the stock motor. Smart buy Brian!

  • @robertjohnston6976
    @robertjohnston6976 4 месяца назад

    Welcome to the Excursion family brother!! I have a 2005 6.0 Powerstroke Limited that’s been bullet proofed, lift kit, as well as many other mods. I love my rig!!

  • @fabianjr.9792
    @fabianjr.9792 3 месяца назад +1

    7.3 was definitely the way to go brian, i luv mine too n planning to do many more to it and im wishing you the best with yours. i say for the wheels and tires a 6 inch lift on 38s would look pretty good on it imo 🔥🔥

  • @jakerentmeester7504
    @jakerentmeester7504 4 месяца назад +24

    I wanna see wheels, tires, new exhaust, tune, wrap/paint, sound system, and Brian driving it in a cool scenario

    • @austinlester1683
      @austinlester1683 4 месяца назад

      Why change it it’s already been modified

    • @jakerentmeester7504
      @jakerentmeester7504 4 месяца назад

      @@austinlester1683 add underglow and a light bar too then😂

  • @alexgonzo000
    @alexgonzo000 4 месяца назад +4

    Definitely would love to see more. Hahaha I love Kerri’s reaction. You can tell she’s not thrilled about an old car but she’s still supporting you

  • @alderbottomoutdoors9794
    @alderbottomoutdoors9794 4 месяца назад

    That's awesome, Brian. I have a 2005 6.0l excursion on 37 inch tires and love it. Love to see your personal mods.

  • @BMWQC
    @BMWQC 4 месяца назад

    Sweet truck and super clean! What a fantastic find you have there. I’ve owned a ‘97 7.3 and currently own an 03 6.0 powerstroke. Definitely differences between the two, on both sides of the coin, but I’d love to have my old 7.3 back to modify it and see what it is capable of with easy mods. This was a nice video and you are a fortunate man to have such a nice family and truck!!

  • @TheAtifazam
    @TheAtifazam 4 месяца назад +17

    What a man of culture.

  • @SquatchNomad
    @SquatchNomad 4 месяца назад +10

    Love it! I just bought an 02' F250 7.3 last July. Has 155k miles on it. Great motor!

    • @WineHouse33
      @WineHouse33 4 месяца назад

      The 7.3 is an overhyped dinosaur...lol

    • @SquatchNomad
      @SquatchNomad 4 месяца назад +4

      @@WineHouse33 I love my overhyped dinosaur

    • @bbsal4031
      @bbsal4031 4 месяца назад

      155? That's brand new. Our 7.3 excursion has 300,000. Runs like clock.

    • @bbsal4031
      @bbsal4031 4 месяца назад +1

      ​@@SquatchNomadyesss!!

  • @disFool1
    @disFool1 4 месяца назад

    Yeah buddy!! I have a 02 f250 7.3 and I love it! Congrats on the crazy find!

  • @ulisesmontano5100
    @ulisesmontano5100 3 месяца назад

    Hell yeah! Show the journey 💪🏽

  • @RangerDanger074x4
    @RangerDanger074x4 4 месяца назад +3

    Please do updates on this truck! Can’t wait to see you built it. You’re the only guy who truly deserves to drive one of these haha

  • @JoshuaWiemer-jr8dg
    @JoshuaWiemer-jr8dg 4 месяца назад +3

    Carli 4.5″ LIFT - PERFORMANCE 2.5 SYSTEM. You will absolutely love it. Still will be able to tow whatever you want but it will ride a smooth as a stock 150 or better. All of my 1 ton trucks get the Carli suspension make over as soon as I order them. I buy the suspension the same day due to lead time.
    Worth every penny.

  • @robfranklin1032
    @robfranklin1032 3 месяца назад

    Very excited for you! Enjoy it! The International 7.3 is awesome. I had one with 420k on it

  • @justinmontgomery794
    @justinmontgomery794 4 месяца назад

    Awesome truck! I’m 41 and understand the nostalgia. Go bigger wheels/tires, but I’d go w chrome. White w chrome looks great. Gotta go 37” tires on her too.

  • @coalminingforlife5050
    @coalminingforlife5050 4 месяца назад +4

    It has a coolant by pass on it as well!! Whoever had it took crazy care of it absolutely beautiful!! 7.3 best engine ever!! Hell ya congrats 🎊 more videos please

    • @XxXx-sc3xu
      @XxXx-sc3xu 4 месяца назад

      What does a coolant bypass do

    • @russellridge8623
      @russellridge8623 4 месяца назад

      That’s not a bypass. It’s a filter. Diesel engines are tough on coolant. 7.3 best on Zerex G05 Phosphate Free Antifreeze.

    • @coalminingforlife5050
      @coalminingforlife5050 4 месяца назад

      @@russellridge8623 It by passes it too the filter before entering the radiator! Hence it’s called a coolant by pass

  • @charlesandrews6769
    @charlesandrews6769 4 месяца назад +7

    He makes this excursion like I’m standing next to a ranger😂! Much love brother!! Thank you for posting family friendly content!

  • @josephmedeiros3611
    @josephmedeiros3611 4 месяца назад

    Yes I’m really interested in watching or updates videos on transformation building up your 2002 expedition.

  • @blakepillsbury874
    @blakepillsbury874 3 месяца назад +1

    please keep us in the loop on this shaw, my dad recently gave me his 01 f350 dually. he is the only owner but it was used to haul cars most of its life, so im restoring it to its former glory. Love that 7.3 powerstroke , mine has over 500k and runs like new, it will never let you down!

  • @Double.J
    @Double.J 4 месяца назад +5

    I would definitely like to see a build series or customize series on this truck. I really love the Excursion like you do. It sounds like we’re about the same age, I was in high school when these trucks were big and popular too. Normally I don’t allow people to call an SUV a truck, but this is my one exception, the Excursion. Main reason is because of the lack of a bed, but this thing is so huge like a truck, that…. OK….. you’re a truck. lol

  • @ryanhicks5371
    @ryanhicks5371 4 месяца назад +3

    upgrade the 3 big wires, and your grounding cables from engine to chassis. (Add some extra if can find or make a place for it) will start up much quicker. super awesome truck/suv

    • @thefinalroman
      @thefinalroman 4 месяца назад

      This is so true had so many problems trying to start those things usually they come with 2 batteries for a reason

  • @m.g2944
    @m.g2944 4 месяца назад

    Congratulations on your new SUV.. I rememberr when those came out.. Love it!

  • @user-cx4ll4rj1t
    @user-cx4ll4rj1t 2 месяца назад +1

    Fuel is way less than half (42%) the price we pay in the UK. Your 36 Gallons cost you $112 US. If you paid UK prices it would have been $264 US. Love the truck. Rear doors are a massive let down - love the split opening but it would have been nice to have tail gate that drops and provides you somewhere to sit, something you can use as a table, and someone to sit your kids to help them tale of their muddy boots after a run in the forest. Will be very interested to see what you do with it.

  • @Kiendako
    @Kiendako 4 месяца назад +5

    When it comes to trucks, old is gold!

  • @rvanleersum
    @rvanleersum 4 месяца назад +8

    Those Ford 7.3L diesels from 99 through 2004 (If I remember correctly) are solid, solid engines. Not sure about that bush bar, but that suspension looks solid. Interested to see what you do with it.

    • @waaa141995
      @waaa141995 4 месяца назад

      1994-2004 actually

    • @russellridge8623
      @russellridge8623 4 месяца назад

      @@waaa141995
      2003 was actually last year. Midway through morons at EPA had standards Ford had to meet. Thus the POS 6.0 was born. Last half of 03’ till they lost so many customers they went to 6.4 and eventually current 6.7 Powerstroke.

    • @7777777777e
      @7777777777e 4 месяца назад

      @@waaa141995 1994-2003 actually. You could get a 7.3l early 2003 or a 6.0l late 2003.

    • @akidim13
      @akidim13 4 месяца назад

      Just wrote a comment about the bush bar , takes away from the car , doesn’t look good at all

  • @setunedouche
    @setunedouche 3 месяца назад

    Definitely would love to see the transformation!!! Congratulations brother you got you a heck of a badass family hauler.. It fits you perfectly!!! God Bless

  • @AlexJakubek-ci8yv
    @AlexJakubek-ci8yv 2 месяца назад

    Absolutely would love the upgrade videos!!

  • @Nick-ky5yn
    @Nick-ky5yn 4 месяца назад +10

    That 7.3 diesel is one of my favorite engines ever built. Absolute unit.

  • @tompettersson3814
    @tompettersson3814 4 месяца назад +3

    Yep! This would be fun to see more of :) Bullbar is cool but not that pretty. The paint scheme is a bit grandma, but at the same time cool since it is a survivor.

  • @user-wv3dh5jy8e
    @user-wv3dh5jy8e 3 месяца назад

    Yes! We want to see the build!

  • @PrairieExcursion
    @PrairieExcursion 3 месяца назад

    Definitely looking forward to the updates. Near mirrors from a super duty highly recommended!

  • @johnlavin-ford8372
    @johnlavin-ford8372 4 месяца назад +6

    I know you more than likely wont respond to this post… but you have helped me more than you believe in my life and your larger and life personality .. your dedication and humble kindness is out of this world… Ive been heavy lifting for years and sadly with numerous injuries and my wife being extremely poorly I’ve taken a back seat with myself for years… until that is i started watching your videos… Thank you so much Brian and keep fighting strong mate.

  • @kchilites
    @kchilites 4 месяца назад +9

    BEAST of a truck!! Congrats. Let’s get you some lights for it.

  • @ganprottas6259
    @ganprottas6259 4 месяца назад +1

    Beautiful truck, Brian! It is essentially an F250 with a permanent bed cab and 3rd row of seats! What a beast! The older Powerstoke engines perform and sound excellent! Congratulations on your purchase!

  • @Blindauer717
    @Blindauer717 4 месяца назад

    YES! Show the build progress videos!

  • @MrElvin1975
    @MrElvin1975 4 месяца назад +3

    Crazy how he makes that lifted excursion look small.

  • @noahhassinger912
    @noahhassinger912 2 месяца назад +1

    Yeah Brian I recently purchase a 7.3l and would love to see more videos of your excursion build

  • @Ghoulie916
    @Ghoulie916 4 месяца назад +1

    congrats brother, you deserve it!

  • @adamstephen5881
    @adamstephen5881 2 месяца назад

    Ha, I did the same thing in October. Bought a 2002 7.3 Excursion with same interior config. I’m doing a bunch of stuff to mine over time to make it unique as well.
    I absolutely love the truck and hope you enjoy it.

  • @Vanderhaul
    @Vanderhaul 4 месяца назад

    Definitely keep us posted on any and all upgrades on this pristine 7.3 Excursion!