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DaBigHert
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• Lindenhurst, NY, USA |
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• Registered on 8/19/2005 |
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 Posted:8/19/2005 20:25 |
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Hello. My name is Anthony and I just puchased a 00 PSD X. I would like some tips on getting the best possible gas mileage. I know this has probably been done a million times, but I would appreciate doing it once more. Thanks  |
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Eddie Henson
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• Cordova, TN, USA |
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• Registered on 12/8/2004 |
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 Posted:8/19/2005 22:05 |
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Hi Anthony,
Welcome to the site!! Congrats on your purchase. As for improving the mileage on your X, replace muffler with a Walker BTM, Aeroturbine, or complete exhaust system; Replace the stock intake with aftermarket filter (AFE stage 1 or 2, Ford AIS, MAC, etc); get a mild chip/programmer or reflash your PCM with a different program. Their are many other things to do as well and I'm sure other members will offer some excellent suggestions. I would also recommend replacing your shocks (if your X is still riding on the originals) and installing a Hellwig sway bar for better ride control. Also, you may want to check out "The 5 Must-Do Things" for new excursion owners in the Article discussion topics. Hope this helps. Once again , Welcome!! Post up as often as you like with any questions. This is a great site and everyone here is willing to offer suggestions/help to get the most out of your excursion.    . Almost forgot, replace your factory themostat with a 203 degree thermo and replace the t-stat housing
Eddie Henson
2000 Ford Excursion XLT 7.3L PSD
203 degree Thermo; Factory Tech valve body; CCV mod; HX mod; Rancho RS9000 shocks; Shimmed FPR @ 67; Walker BTM; Evans NPG Coolant; Dieselsite Coolant Filter Kit; Dieselsite Heater Shutoff Valve; Zoodad Mod; WeatherTech In-channel Visors; Acetoned Badges; PSD Badges; Landyot's Gen II Radius Rods
"If you don't like America, Get the hell out !!" - John Rich |
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JohnBoy
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• DFW, TX, USA |
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• Registered on 9/3/2002 |
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Posted:8/19/2005 22:16 |
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Welcome as well !
Believe it or not, your right foot is the biggest abuser of the mpg calculation !
Secondly, check the air pressure in your tires and air them up as much as your bottom end can handle the ride !
Third, check/change your fuel filters...
the 7.3L X is capable of suprising good highway mileage if driven with that in mind...
good luck,
J
2005 6.0L 4x4 Eddie Bauer Ex
2003 6.0L 4x4 Limited Ex - traded in (BooHoo )
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Douglas Dircks
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• New Richland, MN, USA |
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• Registered on 11/13/2003 |
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Posted:8/19/2005 23:23 |
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Keep it under 2,000 RMP's or 68 MPH and you will get 20 mpg on flat land all day long empty.
00 Excursion Limited 4x4 PSD 265/75/16 Ravo's Centerline rims Python 871XP
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Eddie Henson
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• Cordova, TN, USA |
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• Registered on 12/8/2004 |
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Posted:8/20/2005 22:24 |
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Keep it under 2,000 RMP's or 68 MPH and you will get 20 mpg on flat land all day long empty
Eddie Henson
2000 Ford Excursion XLT 7.3L PSD
203 degree Thermo; Factory Tech valve body; CCV mod; HX mod; Rancho RS9000 shocks; Shimmed FPR @ 67; Walker BTM; Evans NPG Coolant; Dieselsite Coolant Filter Kit; Dieselsite Heater Shutoff Valve; Zoodad Mod; WeatherTech In-channel Visors; Acetoned Badges; PSD Badges; Landyot's Gen II Radius Rods
"If you don't like America, Get the hell out !!" - John Rich |
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Eddie Henson
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• Cordova, TN, USA |
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• Registered on 12/8/2004 |
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Posted:8/20/2005 22:28 |
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Believe it or not, your right foot is the biggest abuser of the mpg calculation !
True, JohnBoy, very true. But, once you start adding things and seeing what it does to your X, you don't want to stop  . Unless, of course, you have to start explaining to the Mrs. why there is an $xxx charge on the Visa to something-or-other diesel.com 
Eddie Henson
2000 Ford Excursion XLT 7.3L PSD
203 degree Thermo; Factory Tech valve body; CCV mod; HX mod; Rancho RS9000 shocks; Shimmed FPR @ 67; Walker BTM; Evans NPG Coolant; Dieselsite Coolant Filter Kit; Dieselsite Heater Shutoff Valve; Zoodad Mod; WeatherTech In-channel Visors; Acetoned Badges; PSD Badges; Landyot's Gen II Radius Rods
"If you don't like America, Get the hell out !!" - John Rich |
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