Recommended Suspension Enhancement for 2000 Ford Excursion With 7 Lift

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I have a 2000 ford excursion 7.3 4x4 with a 7inch lift. Will I need a special Sumo Spring for this application to compensate for the lift or will the standard Sumo Spring be what I need?

asked by: Mario F

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The SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs - Rear Axle # SSR-109-40 are designed to be installed on vehicles at stock height. There are no spacers or other SumoSpring models designed for a lifted 2000 Ford Excursion like yours. Because of the size of your lift I recommend adding the RoadActive Suspension Custom Leaf Spring Enhancement Kit - Heavy Duty # RAS3621-HD for suspension enhancement.

The RAS kit installs on your leaf springs so the lift won't be a problem. This turns your leaf springs into a mechanically active system and will eliminate axle wrap and wheel hop. It will also reduce sway and body roll. These help extend the life of your leaf springs, shocks, shackles, and tires. They have a 3,000 lb weight capacity and come with a 5-year warranty.

I have attached a review video for your reference.

expert reply by: Robin H

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Answer 1

Hello Caleb, You’re definitely on the right track by double checking this. Fitment questions like this are always worth confirming ahead of time. I’m happy to let you know that the Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System #TFR350SDE is fully…

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Answer 2

Hey Terry, great question and I’m glad you’re checking on this since that lift does change things a bit. The SumoSprings you’ll want is part #SSR-302-54, and this kit does come with a 1/2 inch spacer. SumoSprings recommends having no more than about…

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Answer 3

In order to choose the best weight distribution hitch, you will first need to know your total tongue weight (TW), which is the tongue weight of your fully loaded and ready to go trailer plus the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of your tow…

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Answer 4

If it were me I would install the Timbren springs #TFREXC4 on the 2000 Ford Excursion 4x4 instead of the SumoSprings #SSR-109-40. First is the cost benefit; the Timbren springs cost less. There is also the capacity difference. The Timbren springs are…

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Answer 5

It sounds like you added the RoadActive Suspension Custom Leaf Spring Enhancement Kit part #RAS3621-HD to the 2004 Ford Excursion along with the use of the Blue Ox Weight distribution system on the Outdoors RV. The spring bars of the weight…

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The air bag kit I recommend going with for your 2003 Ford Excursion is the Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs #F2251 which don't have the inner bump stops, but that's because they don't need them. Firestone has been in the air bag…

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Answer 7

The largest diameter tire we have that is compatible with a 12 inch wheel is a ST145/R12 size tire which measures 21.3 inches in diameter. For this I recommend using the Kenda Karrier S-Trail #AM10140 which has a load range of E (1,520 lbs at 80 psi)…

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Answer 8

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 9

Hey Doug! The Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs #F35FV are the right kit for your 2026 Ford F-350 FX4 dually. However, you will need to measure to be sure it fits. The distance from the top of your rear axle to the top of the jounce bump stop…

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Answer 10

Yes, it will work. You'll just need to cut the Lance 6-pin connector out and rewire it into the etrailer Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit w/ Junction Box and RV Style Connector item #e99011. Here are the individual functions of that Lance 6-pin:…

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Answer 11

Great question, Dave! After some double checking I can confirm that Rhino Rack part #Y02-480B-NT will work on the factory tracks on the roof of your 2002 Ford Excursion. What are you planning to mount up on the roof of your Excursion?

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Answer 12

Hi Randy! You can indeed use the Dutton-Lainson Strong Arm Power Drill Adapter for Manual Jacks - 1.5K to 2K #DL92CR with your Dutton-Lainson Boat Trailer Jack w/ Wheel - Sidewind - Swivel - 12" Lift - 1,700 lbs #DL22339. We have actually done…

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