There are certain shanks that are compatible with the Reese Steadi-Flex weight distribution systems such as # RP66560. You can use # RP3344 which will get you to a maximum of 7-5/8 inches drop. The shank is available separately but cannot be swapped out for the one that comes in the kit. view full answer...
The maximum tongue weight the Curt Hitch part # C14011 can handle with or without weight distribution is 1,200 lbs.
This hitch has been confirmed to fit your 2000 Ford Excursion but you will need to check the owners manual for the vehicle to determine if your vehicle also has a high enough capacity for your trailer. Upgrading to a higher capacity hitch won't necessarily give you more weight capacity, unless the hitch was the weakest component in the setup. Basically, the lowest rated component... view full answer...
As the Roadmaster Spare Tire Carrier # RM-195125 is designed to carry tires/wheels up to 16.5" and the smallest wheel I could find that ran a 37/12.5 tire is a 17", it will not be the best option for you. However, we do have the # RM-195225 that is designed for use with 16" to 24-1/2" wheels and will definitely accommodate your tire/wheel.
This is also more robust and will have a flat towing capacity of 10,000 pounds and a tongue weight capacity of up to 400 pounds. I highly recommend... view full answer...
The Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement # TFREXC4 for your 2002 Ford Excursion that you referenced has an overall height of 5 inches according to my technical contact at Timbren. I pulled a set of these from the warehouse and measured them as you will see in the picture, the actual spring measures 5 inches and the bracket measures 1-9/16 inch to give you a total of 6-9/16 inches.
The difference between a Timbren suspension system and an air bag system, is that the air setup allows for... view full answer...
For a Thule kayak carrier that can carry both of your kayaks easily and is compatible with your Thule crossbars the Thule Stacker part # TH830 would be a great choice. This would be the best economical choice I can make, but since it does require running a strap to the front of the vehicle you may also want to consider the Thule Hullaport part # TH834 which does not require the straps ran to the front of the vehicle.
I attached review videos for both racks for you to check out as well. view full answer...
Since you have a weight distribution system your best option is going to be to go with a longer shank to give you additional clearance. For that the option we have is the Equal-i-zer part # EQ90-02-4600 which is 18 inches long from end to end and would do a great job giving you the additional clearance you are looking for to clear the rear spare. view full answer...
Generally speaking, you'll want to choose the largest cooler that will fit in the available space right behind the vehicle grille. For an Excursion, there won't be any problem with available space. The only caution about going with too large of a cooler is that it could lengthen the amount of time it takes for the vehicle to warm up in a cold climate.
The Derale # D13504 would be an very good choice. It's 11 x 12 inch size would provide plenty of supplemental cooling to protect your transmission.... view full answer...
I am happy to help you with a complete flat tow setup for your raised 2003 Ford Excursion. You will want to start with base plates Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Fixed Arms # BX2163. I suggest installing your base plates using Loctite Threadlocker # LT37420.
For a tow bar, I recommend the Blue Ox Avail Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount - 10,000 lbs # BX7420. You may also want a locking hitch pin like # e98882.
For your vehicle wiring, I recommend the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil... view full answer...
When it comes to towing the Open Range Roamer Travel Trailer with your 2003 Ford Excursion, I agree, the Firestone Ride-Rite airbags that are currently on your vehicle should be able to handle the added weight of trailer and allow the vehicle to ride level.
Adding sway control to your towing setup is a great idea. Take a look at the Reese Friction Sway Control Kit, # 83660. This unit provides improved stability by reducing trailer sway which makes for a much more enjoyable towing experience.... view full answer...
When choosing a weight distribution system, you want a system that can accommodate the fully loaded and ready to tow tongue weight of the trailer PLUS the weight of anything stowed behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle.
If the 800 lb tongue weight figure you mentioned includes the fully loaded trailer tongue weight plus the weight of any gear behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle, the Reese Strait-Line Weight Distribution System you referenced, part # RP66074 would be an excellent... view full answer...
Whether or not you can open the rear doors on your 2005 Ford Excursion depends on which bike rack you are using. If using a swing away style bike rack like the Apex, # TH9027XT, then yes, you will be able to open the rear doors, even with the ski attachment, # TH9033, attached to the bike rack.
However if it is the type of bike rack that folds down, you will not be able to fully open the rear doors. The swinging style bike rack is going to be the only option that will allow you to open... view full answer...
Best option would be a charger like the CTEK Universal Battery Charger part # CTEK56865 which comes with a quick disconnect that you'd run to the terminals of your battery which you could easily connect the charger to when needed. We don't have a charger that would permanently mount in the engine bay but this solution would accomplish what you are looking for as far as being an easy way to connect and disconnect a charger. view full answer...
We currently offer two front mount receiver options for a 2005 Ford Excursion; # 31114 and # 65022. Please note that with either, if the vehicle has the optional OEM fog lights they must be removed or relocated for receiver installation. I have linked instructions for both receivers for you.
As far as where to buy one of these receivers the best place would be right here at etrailer! Current pricing is available on the product pages for each item. view full answer...
When you are fitting a roof rack for your vehicle please remember that you can choose longer crossbars provided that they do not extend beyond the side-rview mirrors of your vehicle. Your 2002 Ford Excursion's roof rack will consist of the following;
Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 59" Long - Qty 2, part # RRVA150B-2 and the
Rhino-Rack Quick Mount Legs for Vortex Aero Crossbars - RTC and RT Roof Rack Tracks - Qty 4, part # RRRLT600.
This roof rack has a weight limit... view full answer...
We do have roof cargo baskets that have crossbars built into them so that you can mount a kayak carrier but there isn't a way to do that with the Rhino Rack you mentioned. Instead you'd want the Yakima OffGrid Roof Basket part # Y07138 which comes with two round crossbars that you could attach a kayak carrier to like with the Yakima JayLow part # Y04073 which is a J-style carrier that can fold down when not needed or also carry two kayaks.
The second picture I attached shows the basket... view full answer...
When looking for a roof cargo basket for your 2002 Ford Excursion you simply need to measure the distance between the center of your front crossbar to the center of your rear crossbar. Cargo baskets typically have a crossbar spread range that they are compatible with.
If you are looking for a great basket that will cover a large portion of your roof then the Yakima MegaWarrior # Y07080-82 is hard to beat. It measures 74" long x 48" wide x 6-1/2" tall and is compatible with crossbar spreads... view full answer...
The best way to pick out a weight distribution system is to base it off of the loaded tongue weight of the setup when it is loaded and ready to tow. This figure also includes the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle. I attached a help article on determining tongue weight for you to check out as well. You will want the loaded tongue weight of your setup to fall right in the middle of the tongue weight range of the system you use.
Once you know your tongue weight... view full answer...
Stromberg has a replacement foot pad for their trailer jack part # JET-3555 as part # 2500-3755G but the Bulldog foot you mentioned would not work. view full answer...
The Reese Strait-Line is a great weight distribution and sway control system, and is my top pick. When choosing a weight distribution system, you will want to consider the loaded and ready to tow tongue weight of your trailer, plus the weight of the cargo carried behind your Ford Excursion's rear axle.
If your total tongue weight will be between 600 and 1,200 pounds, I recommend the Reese Strait-Line # RP66084. This system is engineered to stop trailer sway before it begins. A hitch ball... view full answer...
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