Ford Excursion Overland Build aka PROJECT TOWVERLANDER - Knucklehead Garage

Introducing our next Knucklehead Garage Project Vehicle. We are taking the Biggest SUV ever built and making it into a capable overlanding off road vehicle. That's right Project Towverlander is starting as a 2000 Ford Excursion 7.3 diesel powered beast. This Ford Excursion Overland Build is not going to be easy but we are up to the task. First let's talk about why this Mega SUV is awesome and what makes this the perfect Overlander Build for our needs. Then we will talk about the downsides and weak points of this 4x4 behemoth. The Ford Excursion Off Road Capability is definitely lacking. Finally we will discuss how we plan to go about this diesel excursion build and what all we want to do to it.
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[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

The Build has Begun 500hp 7.3 Build - kzbin.info/www/bejne/javZepWBmsqbo9E

[@Tallboi_Media]

How many seats does it have?

[@jaminseat6701]

King Darius 8 leather seats.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Enough seats to haul all the hose...

[@rottdogg8926]

@@BustedKnuckleVideo You sounded like you were describing my Excursion except for the Roof Rack and Amp Research running boards. Which are on my short to do list. I am happy, happy, happy. Man that bitch is in desperate need of a lift and some new shoes.

[@TJ-qz6hr]

“ It’s like a Surburban but for men” I like that!

[@jaminseat6701]

The truth hurts sometimes.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

best one liner in the entire video for sure, whoever came up with that needs a raise....

[@jaminseat6701]

Busted Knuckle Films if you paid yourself anymore you’d be Elon Musk.

[@Autophysn]

Hands down best statement EVER!!!! Hahahaha!!!

[@johnkropp3793]

Excursion, nuff said!!! Will watch all of this build series.... no question!!!

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

They are Awesome, Thanks John!

[@jaminseat6701]

Should be fun!

[@josephamos2876]

Feels like driving around a living room that can climb a mountain. I LOVE MY SCURSION. Best vehicle ever made!

[@jaminseat6701]

That’s a pretty good way to describe it 😂

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Couldn't agree more!

[@paxhumana2015]

@@BustedKnuckleVideo , I want to make a custom 1960s or 1970s Ford F-250 or Ford F-350 non-dually long bed crew cab and make it into a super luxury custom SUV because, to be honest, Ford and Chrysler should have had the courage to challenge GM, Jeep, and International Harvester in this regard, as it would have been like one of the best vehicle wars of the 1960s and 1970s.

[@curtishickerson2646]

Yo wtf. I literally bought a 7.3 excursion specifically for overlanding last week. Freaky. Excited to watch this series so I can see what you end up doing with it.

[@jaminseat6701]

Great choice 👍

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

stay tuned this should be a fun build

[@adrianbolinas4822]

My dad's got a 2002 Excursion with the 6.8 gas, tows anything u throw at it and can seat 7 with the Limited Ultimate Package, also has a DVD player for the rear passengers. Nothings ever broke on it and its been reliable since he bought it used in '04. has 180k rn and still climbing.

[@jaminseat6701]

Sweet! My Excursion has a DVD player for the rear passengers, but it also had a VCR when I bought it 😂

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

VCR FTW

[@christopherwedemeyer2993]

My 2001 F-250 4x4 has the following upgrades: Icon Vehicle Dynamics for suspension upgrades. Redhead steering box. Full Force Diesel injector/turbo/Hydra combo. Riff Raff FRX. FASS lift pump and filters. Adrenaline HPOP. Banks intercooler and cold air/dry filter. Mishimoto radiator/trans cooler. External spin on transmission filter. I went from 14+ second 0-60 and averaging about 15 mpg to 8 second 0-60 and 18+ mpg. The transmission and converter are still stock and at 200k miles that will be the next upgrade but for now I daily this truck, tow skid steers and tractors with it and couldn't be more satisfied.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Sounds like a good list of parts.

[@TheDrummaboy87]

I drive a 2000 Ex 7.3 and it’s set up for overlanding, full solar system, 8in on 37s, drawer system with pull out slide and bed system, diesel heater, all the goodies. You will love it! Keep us updated.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Saweet! We think this is the perfect platform.

[@mrchompyt1090]

Man 😂the suv is sweet… You guys are the reason I purchased my Excursion . I don’t have the funds to upgrade my Excursion but I love it. I being watching every episode I love it..

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Right on!

[@AcesUpOffroad]

The new guy is funny, love the excursion. Keep making videos like this😆.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Jamin has been around since the beginning he just hasn't done a build yet.

[@davesfpv]

This is amazing lol can't wait for the rest of this series!

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

It is going to be a lot of fun!

[@99unclebob]

Boys ,Boys,Boys, I just figured out the real definition of Towverlander, Fun,Fun,Fun, you will not stop smiling the whole time your creating this Behemoth, I reckon this is going to go good, there is so much support for this as you mentioned from the future ford parts bin, so much late model stuff can be transplanted to the Towverlander and make it look just, well, jus freaking awesome, that new front axle you spoke about I heard they're very durable and no one can accuse you anyone more about your driving habits in the church parking lot, when its done your Pastor will even give you a 👍, Looking really forward to see the built videos on this Towverlander, Ya know that almost sounds like a Viking name, Maybe y'all can design a decal to put on it, betcha Matt could knock that out of the park, good times on the horizon once again at Knucklehead Garage

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

We are excited about the project for sure!

[@99unclebob]

i have a friend whose from Norway looking for a pic you might use to make a decal for the Towverlander

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

cool

[@tbone4646]

7.3 Excursion...best SUV body/engine combination ever. Add a mild programmer, upgrade the air intake and filter (AFE) and you've got it made. 208K miles on mine and still running like a Swiss watch. Excellent fuel mileage too.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

We added a few more things to make a reliable 500hp 😜

[@jaminseat6701]

Don’t forget the exhaust. Let her breath!

[@tbone4646]

@@jaminseat6701 I forgot...MBRP exhaust.

[@theronin5163]

Now here's a project! I can't wait to see it all happen! I'll be watching!

[@jaminseat6701]

Thanks! We’ve got a lot of work ahead of us.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

lots of work to do !

[@toddclark332]

You boys know what to do to it it'll just be really badass when you get done with it

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

We have a lot of work ahead of us!

[@perlago21]

When you said " Its like a suburban but with a beard"....man a bold eagle screeched in the back ground

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

thatll happen

[@freedomworx]

They circle me like buzzards everywhere I go.

[@Dondon6x7]

OH wow!!! I need a roof top tent like that one, really an upgrade over what I am running now!!!

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

You and me both!😆

[@susannahseales1997]

This is the best video ever made! Nothing beats the Ex!

[@jaminseat6701]

And now my ego is as big as my truck...

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

You Amiri King want to be. There fixed your ego! HAHAHA

[@jaminseat6701]

Busted Knuckle Films you’ve got me all figured out 😂

[@OldGriz708]

Nothing beats 10k towing capacity! (Except my gasser Suburban @ 12k😅😂🤣)

[@jaminseat6701]

Old Griz your owner’s manual might say 12k, but I’ll put 12k behind this Excursion and tow laps around you. You’ll spend more time at the gas pump than on the road 😢

[@dr.leonardhofstadtersavage6413]

Sounds like a awesome plan guys👍👍👍👍

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Now time to get to work!

[@evilwhitey98]

Swap the front axle out for a beefier coil setup out of Super Duty.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

That is the current plan. Maybe a Super 60

[@SuckMySweatyBallz]

Not worth it unless you're doing serious off roading. You're better investment is wheels and tires. I recommend 37" A/T tires on 20's. Unless you're doing a lot of heavy off roading coil conversion is not worth it. I own a 2003 and just upgraded my springs to 2650lb from the 2050 stock springs and went with Bilstien shocks. Rides like a caddy on 37's and can do anything offroad I need to do. If you just want to spend the money then go for the conversion. Just MHO

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

the conversion solves a few issues and will ride better and perform better offroad

[@evilwhitey98]

@@BustedKnuckleVideo yep, way bigger wheel bearings and knuckles, bigger ring and pinion, bigger everything in addition to coil springs.

[@pennsylvaniaboy87]

This, swap the axles/suspension for ‘05+

[@OverlandTrax]

Nice video, keep them coming ✌

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Thanks, will do!

[@ameyers67]

Very funny guys! Can't wait for the build.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

We had a good time shooting this one.

[@nicholasbanders]

Looking forward to this build! I wanted an SUV to be a people mover, but wanted a truck for the hauling capability. When I first discovered the Excursion, I knew that I found the best of both worlds. Love my Excursion and am gearing up to customize mine. Best of luck with your build.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Right on!

[@TheGaginator]

Heck yeah! I'm working on a similar build. Overland Excursion. Going lightweight with mine. Chose to go 5.4L supercharged. Same power as the diesels with less weight! Maybe I'll post some videos as well. Looking forward to your progress!

[@jaminseat6701]

I had never considered a boosted 5.4. I’d be interested to see how it performs 👍

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Just sipping on the gas

[@cncfabrication]

Looking forward to seeing this project come together.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Should be a fun one.

[@jaminseat6701]

Good partners make for a good build. 😉

[@pennsylvaniaboy87]

Sooo as an excursion owner, change out the lift gate struts to the 2wd ones. Then it will actually lift enough to not bash your head. And husky floor mats. Then i v/b code springs. Tho you may want something diff for offroad. I also like timbrens in the rear for towing

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

We plan to lift the entire vehicle so we won't be needing the 2wd struts but that is a good tip!

[@jaminseat6701]

The strut are a good tip. But after we lift the truck, the gate will probably already be too high for my tiny wife 😂

[@bigash49]

Cannot wait to see the final product!!!! Hurry hurry!!

[@jaminseat6701]

Stay tuned. It’ll be worth the wait.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

better start ordering parts!

[@colonelk3000]

Holy heck, its an actual Canyonero!

[@jaminseat6701]

Had to google that one 😆

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

FurdFTeenThousandLIMO

[@Flynghi]

OMG he’s not even kidding. Gassers ALWAYS use the only diesel pump at the fuel station. Its like they’re oblivious. Love the video!!

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Right!

[@jaminseat6701]

I’m sure there are some that do it out of spite, but 99% are just oblivious.

[@keithnoneya]

Love it so far. Look fwd to watching the rest of these old videos. Best Wishes & Blessings. Keith Noneya

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

should have an update out soon

[@freedomworx]

@@BustedKnuckleVideo you waiting on me??? 🫣

[@kurtgellert9166]

Can’t wait. I’m in the same boat...have an awesome 100 series Land Cruiser and looking at the Excursion for next vehicle as primary family adventure rig

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Good choice!

[@jaminseat6701]

I like your style 👍

[@chrisgustafson9342]

LMAO Beardman, that there was funny!

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

We had a good time with this.

[@michaelcontreras892]

Hell yes. I love Excursions. I daily one right now.

[@jaminseat6701]

This is and will continue to be a daily driver.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

They are great vehicles, just need a few tweaks

[@michaelcontreras892]

@@BustedKnuckleVideo I agree and am excited for more videos

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

We hope to start tackling it soon!

[@jm2watkins]

AWWWWWW shit! Finally. Not going to lie you guys are like a gift from God right now. I have a Ford Expedition that I'm going to sell so I can buy a Ford Excursion because I want to make an Excursion Overland build. Talk to my girlfriend about it she gave me the okay all that good shit and then suddenly I wake up today and you guys are putting out an Excursion build video. What the hell! I am so happy.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Get ready to Be entertained this might be our best build introduction video yet! 😂

[@breezyridgeranch]

I'm in. Gonna sub just for this build series.

[@jaminseat6701]

It’s gonna be a good one. We’ve got a lot of goodies to throw at it.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Better Get to It, build day is coming up soon!

[@deity..]

Can't spell TuRD without TRD hahaha. I have a 100 series land cruiser too, good stuff man.

[@jaminseat6701]

Loved my 100 Series. I think about it every time I turn a wrench on this Excursion 😉

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

He came up with that one all on his own

[@ovesjimmy]

I’m subscribing just to see this build when it’s done One of my favorite SUV of all time I had a 2005 Eddie Bauer Edition with the 5.4L straight pipe exhaust and a diablo chip. Dang I miss that truck

[@jaminseat6701]

It’s going to be a beast 💪

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

better get those parts coming in!

[@zekeil]

Can't wait to see this build. I've got a 2000 with the 7.3 and this is exactly the direction i'd like to go with it.

[@jaminseat6701]

The first episode might be posted this week...

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

probably next week.....

[@jaminseat6701]

Busted Knuckle Films 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@LJ_Jeff]

Really looking forward to watching this build come along. I've been thinking of using a suburban/excursion for an overland build.

[@jaminseat6701]

Go big or go home 😉

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Solid Axle for the win.

[@powerstrokediesel99]

This was hilarious!

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Glad you enjoyed it. We had a lot of fun with this build

[@ballsaglory]

Looking forward to this build

[@jaminseat6701]

Stay tuned, it should be fun!

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

we are glad people are stoked on this build

[@tonymarazzo289]

Awesome!

[@jaminseat6701]

It’s going to be a good one.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

It will be eventually

[@Doom6.0]

Great video. 👍 Great truck! 😎

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Glad you liked it!

[@jaminseat6701]

Thanks. Could be a great build.

[@Geeks4x4]

Going to be awesome to see what you guys do to this. Depending on how much lift you want you should check out the superduty spring conversion, helps fix a lot of issues.

[@jaminseat6701]

Going a little taller and a little softer. It’s a good swap for street use, but a little stiff for off-road.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

gotta make it ride nice

[@Geeks4x4]

@@jaminseat6701 check in to the v codes for the front, and normal c for the rear, thats what I just did on mine really happy with the way it drives. rides as good or better then factory.

[@natersoz2]

I'm re-watching this entire series. So many good ideas in here. Time to figure out which ones my wife will tolerate.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

this thing is built like a tank

[@FromTheAstros09]

Stoked to see how this is gonna come out

[@jaminseat6701]

It’ll come out big 😎

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

we better get started

[@JoshuaSeagroves]

Hurry and post more vids of the Ex! Love the ideas, I may copy you on some of them.

[@jaminseat6701]

We are anxious to get started. There’s a lot of work to do!

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

More to come!

[@amsoiladam]

I would like to recommend that you add in Amsoil oil bypass filtration system. Because the 7.3 and the 6.0 both use an injector that is fired by oil, clean oil makes a huge difference in how smooth it will idle and better throttle response as well. Not to mention the cleaner oil would add a lot of longevity to your engine as well

[@jaminseat6701]

Send one over, I like Amsoil products.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

we actually did a bypass system on my 7.3- kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJCreZ6CpMZ0hNU

[@garylewis6192]

My dream truck in the making

[@jaminseat6701]

Stay tuned. It’s going to be a nice rig!

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

they are starting to get hard to find in good condition

[@brapbrapbrrraaaaaapp4163]

I bought a 2000 with a V10. My mission has been similar, with a smaller budget. philosophy- keep it simple. I started with this: F350 leveling springs and rear suspension. 35" tires. 2011 ford e-locker. Huge improvement. Next will be bumpers and sliders.

[@jaminseat6701]

Nothing wrong with the V10, you can buy a lot of fuel with the $$$$$$$ you save not buying the diesel. Keep it up! Sounds like you’re on the right path 👍

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

not a bad start

[@D3thM3tal]

Love it, miss my 03. Oh, an 05+ SD axles are NOT super D60's, those are in the 450/550 trucks. Do the 05+ axles for the coils and arms, it would be sick.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

This will be getting the Coil conversion and super 60 most likely.

[@richardadams5888]

I’m picking up a excursion Sunday, with today’s economy I’m getting it for a steal

[@jaminseat6701]

That’s awesome!

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

I bet you are and bonus fuel prices are way down

[@richardadams5888]

Busted Knuckle Films Picked up a 2000 Limited excursion black for 5500$. Needs some love but it’s all aesthetic. 0 blow by.

[@RoGuExPaNcAkE]

Excursions are LITERALLY tanks! My family had one when I was a teen. Drove to to Florida from Indiana, around in Florida, then back to Indiana. (Mind you we were in fl for almost a month) on a front end that was literally falling off. It was the 7.0 liter v10 though. Not the v8 diesel.

[@jaminseat6701]

They are beasts 💪

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

They are presidential

[@TurboDieselJeep]

I have a 05 Limited, 6.0. It's migrating to becoming my overlander. I was looking at LC/LX 470's but they really don't have the space I am accustomed to with the Excursion. I will be following your build to see how it develops.

[@jaminseat6701]

Funny, I owned an LX470 and this Excursion at the same time. The first time I took one of my sons (I have 2) camping and off-roading, I knew it didn’t have enough room. I pack like a woman, I need capacity!

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

You do pack like a woman...

[@jaminseat6701]

Busted Knuckle Films burn!!!

[@landon390]

🔥🔥🔥

[@jaminseat6701]

I’ll take as a compliment 🧐

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

👊

[@dustinallred6884]

America needs to see this happen!

[@jaminseat6701]

The wait is almost over...

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

it is here! kzbin.info/www/bejne/javZepWBmsqbo9E

[@shawnblackwood7161]

Can't wait to see the building I got 2000 Ford Excursion I'm wanting to fix up with the 7.3 diesel in it as well

[@jaminseat6701]

They’re great rigs. I’ve been waiting two years to pull the trigger on this build.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Nice it should be an interesting project

[@graemedavis2246]

Y’all should eventually build some corner guards for that beast! Improve the body line and then you don’t have to worry so much about smackin it into stuff! Full sized rigs are awesome!

[@jaminseat6701]

Smackin, or crushin? 😉

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

could build them into the bumper

[@foxmustangbeer]

Sweet Truck

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

should be killer when we are done

[@jaminseat6701]

Stay tuned!

[@TeamWagy]

On the rear lift gate, they offer a 2wd and 4wd variant, 2wd struts push the rear glass higher so you don't bash your head. My excursion is on 37's with an 8 inch lift so I haven't worried about that too much lol

[@jaminseat6701]

I wish I’d known earlier. But just like you, once it’s lifted, it won’t be an issue anymore.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Lift sounds like a logical solution LOL

[@one4x4nut]

Not really a overland guy but I'm a Ford guy so lookin forward to the build. Also looks like Matt got tired of the 37's on the JK...lol

[@jaminseat6701]

Not tired of the JKU, just adding some more capability to the fleet.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

I think he was talking about mine in the background with noticeably bigger tires...

[@jaminseat6701]

Busted Knuckle Films I wouldn’t say that they are noticeably bigger...

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

they are if you saw it on 37s

[@theozman38]

Hey busted knuckle!!! I seen a excursion in Tennessee around Nashville early this year and that thing was lifted and at least on 35” tires had led light bars on the front and roof. The diesel made a huge amount of turbo spooling as it took off. I’m 6’6” and I’d say I’d need a boost to get inside the door. Lol. Don’t know where your from but tvat ford was definitely the ultimate excursion.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

This one should turn some heads when we are done with it.

[@billyg6648]

I put the axles from an 08 F350 under my Excursion love it

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

It is a good swap

[@jaminseat6701]

Nice!

[@gregorypoulos8014]

Building mine out right now!

[@jaminseat6701]

Well I guess it’s a race now 😉

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Sweet!

[@siite]

Subscribed just for this build!! I wanna see that front end conversion

[@jaminseat6701]

Front suspension or front clip?

[@siite]

Jamin Seat HES gonna upgrade the front clip to a new f150 front clip

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

F150?

[@mikevick1002]

I have an excursion love the vid

[@jaminseat6701]

Thanks. We’ve got a lot more footage in the works 👍

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

They are awesome land yachts

[@hosshoss4920]

I have the exact same color scheme, this is what I have done SCT tuner FabTech 5.5 inch lift kit 35x12.50 G2’s 20x12 wheels (-25 offset) 4 inch turbo back exhaust EGR by-pass Custom CV driveshaft 4 core radiator Oil cooler Oil bypass filter Coolant filter Odd injectors replaced IPR & pigtail replaced ICP & pigtail replaced Bilstien 5100’s installed Dual steering stabilizer installed Atoto head unit Undercoating 2005 grill update 2005 Harley Davidson headlights LED headlights and fog lights Blue Spring kit Upgraded towing mirrors Engine studded Even injectors replaced High pressure fuel pump replaced Water pump replaced Oil pan gasket replaced Engine re-gasketed Upper & Lower ball joint Sinister Intercooler intake Boost fooler King Ranch center console

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Wow that is a lot. We are ready to get started.

[@Adeline9418]

Just got me a 05 Ford Escape Hybrid. It's rounded and boxy all at once. Want an Explorer now.

[@jaminseat6701]

I like the Expedition myself.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

can you tow with a hybrid?

[@mechntechbeau]

HPOP, big single injectors, frx, high pressure oil crossover, trans cooler from a 6.blow, 6.blow intercooler, 05 d60 front axle and better springs, front and rear bumpers.

[@jaminseat6701]

Stick around, you might see exactly that...

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

all the goods

[@mechntechbeau]

@@BustedKnuckleVideo Oh but of course

[@vladshestopal6100]

2011 and newer front, new style mirrors, f250 or 350 front frame swap, interior swap. That's my dream truck!

[@jaminseat6701]

That’s all under consideration. Stay tuned!

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

frame swap? Now you are talking crazy

[@vladshestopal6100]

@@BustedKnuckleVideo might be. I seen some guys get a cut off from 06 to 07 f250 and welding it to the excursion frame.

[@edwardharris7080]

International T444E Water pump. Used in school buses and industrial applications. The water pump has an integrated spin on filter housing. Stock 6.0l transmission cooler is a huge upgrade too.

[@jaminseat6701]

I’d never seen the filtered water pump, that’s interesting. Looks like it would interfere with the power steering pump though. We are definitely upgrading the transmission cooler. The factory cooler is a joke.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Nobody likes a hot tranny...

[@jaminseat6701]

Busted Knuckle Films I wouldn’t say nobody... 😳

[@JBRocketman]

Please make a playlist with all your upgrades in it!? I can't wait to see what you do with this rig.

[@jaminseat6701]

It’ll be a full build series. 👍

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Will do!

[@davidonewayticket3388]

Am looking at one of those.... Keep us updated

[@jaminseat6701]

Stay tuned!

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

first episode should be out this month

[@AmericanMan961]

Id go for a 05-07 front clip, they look nice and dont give a rake look even when lifted

[@jaminseat6701]

I prefer the 05-07 look also.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

I agree also

[@josephdunkle1152]

I like the Excursion. I think the Suburban 2500 with 8.1 big block and 4.10s was rated for 11k or 12k towing.

[@jaminseat6701]

You’re correct. The Suburban guys let me know that real quickly. I’d still be more comfortable towing 12k behind the Excursion though.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

could pass everything but the gas station...

[@ostapbender952]

Guys can’t wait to finish point

[@jaminseat6701]

I can’t wait to start 🤑

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

got a long way to go

[@coloradodrew]

I have the exact same rig. Always wanted a Kelderman air suspension. I did the X/B spring swap and it tows much better than factory which was scary as hell. Duel Beilstein’s up front and single on the rear.

[@jaminseat6701]

I think the X/B code swap is the right move for most folks. I just need a softer spring for off-road comfort.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

air bags do make towing way better

[@myles287]

The new style tow mirrors are an improvement over the elephant ear ones.

[@jaminseat6701]

It’s definitely on our wish list.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Totally agree!

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

What should we do to it first? 🤷‍♂️

[@thatsmyrc]

lol funny ass video..just built a Zetros overland on my channel yet its a rc4wd scaled rc rig lol

[@chadvestal]

You need to put a bowtie on that before it breaks

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

how do you overland an RC?

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Oh Lawd not a diehard chevy fan...🙃

[@oldreliable303]

Trade it for a 78 though 96 4 door 1 ton bronco...... Powersmoke? No no... you need a idi, or big block, anything with efi is a no go for me. Thats a nice truck, if it was mine, locker in the rear, 4 inch lift, swap in a 5 speed with a spliter, banks power kit, for fuel/boost, rack, bumper...

[@bpotts97]

Wicked wheel turbo and swamps injectors...woke up my last 3 7.3’s

[@jaminseat6701]

Already has a WW2 but it’s due for injectors. These have 225k miles on them.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

injectors and new turbo would be nice.

[@VS-ol4em]

I dont think anyone have addresed the transmission, but with bigger injectors you might as well get a built transmission. If you install an upgraded trans cooler and your transmission goes south, you would have to replace the cooler again. You might as well check your connecting rods, whether they are forged or pmr. It is not recommended to go over 400 HP on pmr rods and 500 on forged, therefore you are somewhat limited on the injectors. Anything bigger and you will end up rebuilding the engine as well. But regarding the transmission and bigger injectors , at least the valve body upgrade is a must.

[@jaminseat6701]

It’s a 2000 so it has forged rods. These transmissions are pretty solid as long as you keep them cool and don’t go crazy with the engine. The 2000 model had the tiny external trans cooler and no cooler in the radiator, so the cooling needs definite attention. I think the torque converter and VB will keep it alive. I generally run pretty light tuning and only mash the skinny pedal when I have to.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

I ran stage 1.5 single shots on my stock trans with over 300k on it with no issues.

[@Puredrenalin]

I miss mine, had a 2000 Limited, 220k, 6" lift on 37s

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

They are beasts

[@jaminseat6701]

That’s the direction we are headed 💪

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Freedom Worx Channel sent me over

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Awesome, Jamin is a good friend of mine and is well on his way to having a really good YTchannel.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

​@@BustedKnuckleVideo he has a great yt channel love his humor

[@butternut741]

I have 01 f350 crewcab 4x4 starting my build now now as elaborate as yours. I have a pop up slide in camper. Anxious for you to get started

[@jaminseat6701]

Now that’s going to be a big rig!

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

it's crazy the size of slide in campers they make now

[@cameronbrydonify]

nice roof top tent LOL

[@jaminseat6701]

If Dollar General carried an RTT, that would be it 😉

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

DG RTT FTW

[@waidrogers4]

This is awesome. Trying to convince the wife to ditch the suburban for a diesel Excursion.

[@jaminseat6701]

Good luck! Make sure your garage is big enough.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

they are grande

[@wornslapout]

I've owned my 2000 Excursion 7.3 Limited for 10 yrs and love it. The only downside is my ride is a 2x4 which really means its a 1x4 as only one wheel does the brunt of the work to move this beast. I would love to convert it over to a 4x4 but can't justify the cost. I am also in N. GA and my ride has always been a N. GA truck.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Get you a nice posi or locker for the rear so it'll be 2wd, you'd be surprised how much better it will go

[@jaminseat6701]

A good posi unit works wonders. But I have had mine stuck in my yard, with a limited slip rear, in 4wd...

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

You also aren't much of a driver...

[@jaminseat6701]

Busted Knuckle Films 😢

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Jamin Seat this is the internet better harden up 😁

[@ari110]

Looking for to see what kind of Excursion you make👍🙂Maybe some tips for my F250 as well 😉

[@jaminseat6701]

A large percentage of it will be completely transferable.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

I had an 7.3 F250 for a while check out our Tow Rig Tech series for more videos on it.

[@adriannicholson8819]

it's got an old man step old man

[@jaminseat6701]

Steps are a must for me, but these factory cripplers have got to go. Slippery when wet!

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

retractable steps and offroad don't mix

[@DroidzDesigns]

"I've been accused of drunk driving in a church parking lot" Best Line I've heard for the steering

[@jaminseat6701]

It was a Methodist Church so they just asked if I had enough for everyone else 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

he did come up with that one all on his own....impressive

[@Superman-xr1oh]

@@BustedKnuckleVideo I thought there was something wrong with my excursion. I've had an alignment done twice and it still swerves all over the place. What's the deal with these things and their crappy steering?

[@taytharbour3350]

Love my excursions, she’s gonna need new springs for sure those trucks are so heavy the springs go flat after 12 years, also you can order 2 wd rear window struts so that back window will go up about another 2 or 3 inches. Put a rancho dual steering stabilizer bar on the front end it will change the handling and driving abilities tremendously. Definitely upgrade the radiator and inter coolers to mishimoto noticed a major difference on the engine performance. You can do a 2005 ranch hand front bumper just get the 05 front clip swap comes with the new modern look and you can get the massive ranch hand not the smaller one from 2000-2004.

[@jaminseat6701]

Those poor springs 😔

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

they are passed flat

[@rubenbraekman4515]

"I hit my heaad!" 😂😂

[@freedomworx]

It happens 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

all the time

[@smokegorilla900]

Damn wish you could do my excursion doesn’t wanna turn on right lmao 😂😂😂

[@jaminseat6701]

They respond well to sweet whispers into the intake... that and ether 👍

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

should probably fix that first...

[@MacJank7]

Go to FTE and we can help you troubleshoot.

[@Adventureswithbecky]

Love our Excursions they are work horses. One Triton V10 almost at 400,000 miles original engine and transmission never had issues. Second is a Triton V8 almost at 300,000 miles and same. Gas prices right now suck though lol.

[@jaminseat6701]

That’s awesome! They are all good machines, gas or diesel.

[@Adventureswithbecky]

@@jaminseat6701 gas for both

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

pass everything but a gas station LOL

[@jaminseat6701]

@@Adventureswithbecky I know, but I have a diesel. I might be a diesel snob, but I think the gasser Excursion are great trucks also. It’s all about individual preferences and/or needs.

[@Adventureswithbecky]

@@BustedKnuckleVideo 😊

[@omarzowila]

You should put the 2011-2016 Ford Super Duty body parts like the front end, the quarter panels, the tow mirrors, & interior

[@jaminseat6701]

Sounds like a lot of work 😳

[@omarzowila]

Jamin Seat but it’s definitely worth it because I want this Excursion to look like it rolled off the assembly line of Ford a few years ago instead of 15-20 years ago

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

interior would be a chore!

[@omarzowila]

Busted Knuckle Films but it is definitely worth it

[@xozindustries7451]

I'd love to see an Alison swap, t hat would transform the driving and towing on that truck

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

now that would be difficult to say the least.

[@Dieselfan1997]

Actually ca conversions makes a allison conversion kit that isnt too hard to install just pricey

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

yeah we only have so much budget on this one

[@MacJank7]

The transmission is fine

[@erichn4291]

I will be watching this carefully he has my exact truck.

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

more videos coming soon!

[@jessegrove9154]

I say swap the axles change the injectors bigger turbo and the transmission issue can't wait to see it when you get all done

[@jaminseat6701]

We’ve got a lot of work to do 🤑

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

better get to it!

[@bigcountry4262]

I just picked up a 2003 “X”. 7.3 with only 107k orig miles . Let’s see what you can do with yours!

[@jaminseat6701]

Wow! That’s incredible!

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

that is crazy low miles for one

[@timothybeaulieu7569]

I want one!!! Looks like a fun build. What kind of rods are in it? Great video!!

[@jaminseat6701]

Forged rods 🦾

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

NO PMRs here!