What do we Drive? -- Spoolbus update w/ Ben
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- Опубликовано: 19 июл 2024
- Check out Ben's most recent upgrades on the Spoolbus, his 2003 7.3L diesel Excursion.
If you missed the first episode featuring Ben's Spoolbus, you can find it here: • What Do We Drive? The ...
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“37’s cuz this is America”!! Lmao!!! Best line ever!!!!
HELL YEA BROTHER!!
Did you have to change the gear ratio going with the 37s
An awesome 7.3 build, even cooler because it's an Excursion 👍
Yeah buddy.
I like your 7.3 Excursion I have one to
Awesome build. Always wanted a diesel excursion. They are still pretty pricy even with high miles.
Yeah the 7.3 will always be very valuable no matter how many miles.
get the v10
@@griesrt 6.0! Remove EGR
@@HardCorps88 I thought the 7.3 was the one to get. I have the v10 6.8l. It's nice but the plugs blowout of the head. It's a defect.
I'm over here with my 6.8 V10 '02 worried about going over 3100 because i like having all 10 cylinders.
Love the car!
Love this truck 👍🏼
Just ordered a 240 Mechman from you all for my 2000 7.3 Ex. Nice rig!!
Thanks Tom! -Ben
Love my 03!! Never sell it, head studs, all new top end parts, new suspension, 4 inch lift, new steering, redone driver seat leather, good for 10-15 years again.. for the price of one year of payments of a new truck and still have more room inside with comfort👍
Hell yeah man! -Ben
The wheelbase on these was the same as the standard cab long bed, not the Supercrew longbed. They somehow manage to feel more nimble than the PU though... despite the added ton of weight.
Correct. 138'' is like a reg cab long bed.
I have the same truck love it....
Sweet excursion bro!!!!! i have a v8 excursion 2000 bought it 2 weeks ago i couldn't afford the diesel 😔
Right on dude! A 5.4 Excursion is still WAY cooler than a Suburban. Remember that. -Ben
Killer ride
Thanks my dude. -Ben
Nice rig!!
Thanks dude! -Ben
Strikes me as the most American suv ever!
It totally is! Thanks for watching.
Love it!
Thanks!
i have same truck, with s&b can you do a turbo performance video?
i live in Arizona 2002 excursion 7.3 limites 4x4 same color 170k miles and i have a 36ft travel trailer my towing gross combination weight rating (GCWR is 18420 lbs with 8 people cargo loaded to the max. if I drive up on a 8 % grade step hill my EGTs are near 1190 to 1220. i have a 4" Exhaust with flow through diesel muffler, S&B intake, stock injectors, I want to Lower my EGTs want to put the CKTURBO but dont i cant decide which ar to install. what you think please help
Always wondered about picking up a 6.7/7.3 for cheepz and building a decent family hauler...just not sure if our expedition EL will be big enough for a family of 7...
Ben and our identical Excursions. Diesel Power Products is first class.
BTW - Do you guys have some 17x9's with a -30 offset so my tires won't rub on my leafs?
Hi Rott! If we have identical Excursions, you my friend are one cool dude. :) That offset looks like it would be around a 3.75" back space, I don't carry any wheels that would meet those specs. Most will have a 4-4.5" backspace which will be around a -12 offset. -Ben
@@DieselPowerProducts Yeah we have pretty identical Excursions. Minus the American flag logo and I don't know if you have a winch bumper yet. Thanks for the help today. I think I have the right wheel/tire combo figured out now.
Sick
Yee. -Ben
@@DieselPowerProducts oh yeah spool bus
What is the offset of the rims to run 37" tires with the 4" lift. Also...where did you get that flag???? Gotta have!
Sorry for the late response! The wheels were 17X9 with a 4.75 back space. The did rub on the leaf springs at full lock. The flag was done by CW Wraps in Post Falls, ID.
Got TONS of questions on those 37s...
Are they rubbing the springs on full lock?
What's the wheel/tire specs? (specifically tire size and wheel width/backspacing)
I have an 03" 6.0 (Literally exact same trim and color as yours, and probably built within 1-2 months of yours as well) with the CT Performance full kit that has given me another 3 inches.
Looking to get the "stuffed" look with as tall and wide tire as I can get away with, but I keep getting different stories on what hits and what won't.
From my measurements, looks like a lot has to do with backspacing...I'm thinking 35x12.5 with 4.7" backspace (-44 offset) and >maybe< a thin shim would allow full lock-to-lock turns (I'm fully anticipating some wheelwell/fender trimming, no biggie there).
Does this sound doable from what you've seen on your rig?
Yes! We need to know this info!
I wanna know too! My 35” tires rub on my inside fender liner with a 5” lift. How did you fit 37’s?
Sorry for the late response. The wheels were 17x9 with a 4.75" backspace. When the lift was first installed, it had 35's with the same wheels. No rubbing at all. With the 37's there is rubbing at full lock. I think you are on the right path. Given this comment is from a year ago, I assume you already made a call. If so, let us know how it went!!
i have a 2000 excursion ..just put a bds 4'' kit on it and the 35.5'' tires rub the bumper
Time for a little bit of trimming! Or you can gain about 1/4" with some spacers on the bumper bolts.
I'm 15 and love the excursion but I cant find a good 7.3 near me:( and the ones I do find are 20k plus, for a pretty much stock one what's the rated towing capacity?
They are hard to find with low miles on them in general. Beyond that, they will cost quite a bit if you do happen to find it. In stock form the 7.3 Excursion is rated for 10,000lbs. -Ben
My dad has the 5.4 excursion 2004
Got a big family. Debating between an Excursion or an E-350 to convert to 4wd. I know the E-350 will cost more. I’m seeing 7.3 diesels in MY price range with 240k miles on them. How much more life can I expect to get out of a rig like this?
On a rig with that many miles on it you will be the one replacing the injectors, turbo, HPOP, and probably a slew of suspension parts. If they have already been done, you can easily see over 300K+ with proper maintenance. I would not be to worried on a higher mileage EX, so long as it has records and has been well maintained. -Ben
How do You like the GoodYear MTR's on it ? What rims are with the MTR's?
They worked great year round. Not the quietest tires out there, but not the loudest either.
Hey Ben, so what the price range or money for everything done on the spool bus so far? With all the mods
Had to dig back in my records for this one! Modifications list totals to $21,012.37. -Ben
I have a Ford excursion 7.3 and I’m in need to upgrade under the hood. It’s a 4x2 with a 6” lift fox,TS chip, have not touch the glo plug yet but I would like to know what would you recommend I can send you a video or my number what ever work best.
Basics on the 7.3 are a great place to start. Those entail intake, tuner, and exhaust. If you have a tuner on the truck already, I would look into an exhaust and intake. After that either a turbo or possibly injectors and HPOP. All depends on budget and use of the vehicle. Shoot us a call if you have any questions or want to get an order going. We are on the phones M-F 6AM-6PM PST. 888-993-4373 Thanks for watching! -Ben
I have a 2002 excursion 7.3 4x4 same identical truck, i have S&B intake, 4 inch exhaust with diesel flow throw muffler, everything ealse is stock. i have quad gauges piller. so i live in az and i occasionally tow 18400 lbs gcvw, at 70 mph with overdrive on my EGTs are at 1010 °f and boost stays at 9psi at flat lands. when i go on step hill my EGTs climb to 1220° F , i want to add the CKTURBO but i cant decide what AR size to go with. what do you recommend. also i was looking at 160 or 180 injecter.
Sorry for the late response. Not terribly familiar with the CKTURBO, assuming it is at least a 66MM compressor wheel. The 180CC injectors should work well. I would stick with a 1.0 Housing. Make sure you have custom tuning, and do an upgrade HPOP.
Just saw your video what all those up grades set you back . We like to go places to camp and fish and Im looken for a roomier car. Lol SUV.
Good parts are not cheap! The ol' SpoolBus served me and my small family very well. -Ben
Do you have a part # for the front springs? I'm replacing my BDS 6" springs with something that rides better. These are terrible.
Sure do, here you go: CS-FEX-FSP-F-73
Here is a link to them as well: www.dieselpowerproducts.com/p-carli-45-replacement-progressive-front-leaf-spring-pack-00-03-73-ford-excursion-superduty-4x4
-Ben
I am looking at a 2001 7.3 with 250k miles for $10k is that good?
As long as it is in good condition that does not sound too bad. I assume a lot of parts are still factory. If nothing has been changed, plan on replacing the injectors, turbo, and high pressure oil pump in the near future. -Ben
How did you fair with mpg.s on the 37s
I was getting 13-14 mpg when I had 8 inch lift w 37s on my 01 7.3. I can imagine with some of the extra tune-ups he has plus the smaller lift, getting a couple miles per gallon better than that should be easy
Sorry for the late response! Around town it was 14-16 MPG. On the highway cruising at 85MPH it was 15MPG. Dropping down to 70MPH it was getting 20MPG. Not too bad for a brick on 37's.
Transmissions are all black magic inside. I stay out of them myself.
Sorry for the late response. Yep, learned that one the hard way. NEVER AGAIN!
Was that a excursion lift or a super duty lift?
That lift from Carli is specifically made for the Excursion. -Ben
It's hoovies car!
I'd say its a bit more upgraded than Hoovies... But yeah, same-ish.
Jelly
Thanks my dude. -Ben
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Economically which motor requires less work,gasoline or diesel????I won't be towing at all,trips and city driving....
There is a good argument to be made on the gas V10 being less work, while making similar power. If you never tow, and just accept that your mileage will always be around 10-12MPG, the V10 is not a bad option. They are less money to purchase, but also less desirable, so don't plan on turning it for a profit. I would say if you are towing or driving LONG distances, look for a diesel. If you are probably never towing, or just not regularly, and not taking super long road trips a lot, the gas V10 will get the job done. BUT I will say, at the end of the day, an SUV of that size with a diesel, just makes you happy. :) -Ben
@@DieselPowerProducts Much appreciated but why do you like a diesel so much????
More potential for power. Moves the weight better. Sets the Excursion apart form all other gas SUV's. Remember who you are talking to here... This is DIESEL Power Products, of course we are going to prefer the diesel over the gas engine! :) -Ben
@@DieselPowerProducts LOL,much appreciated my man,stay well....
Will do! You as well. Thanks for watching and commenting. -Ben
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