I have had a 2000 4x4 5.4 expedition for a couple years now, an old fire chief’s vehicle for 1300$. thank you for the inspiration and guidance! I am in the process of making up the rock sliders now!
I’ve just found your channel, and I’m really excited. I have a 2003 Expedition Eddie Bauer package that I intend to build out and it’s been hard finding some inspiration videos. Thanks!
Nice Rig! I have a 99 Expy that I love. It’s a tow / soft roader and daily driver. Great looking rear bumper and hidden winch. I hope to see more vids. Good luck with your channel!
I have an 03 expedition Eddie Bauer edition. Other than falken wild peak AT tires she’s stock. I’ve driven on the beach in NY a lot. Wonder how it would far hang on some over-landing. I do worry about the rusty bits underneath from the driving up north with road salt and beach driving. Even though I stayed out of the ocean with her she did kick up sand
@@ickess Same. I've got air and no one makes a kit that I'm aware of. ...the ride, I say the ride, so smooth it must be a limousine (Lyrics from Prince btw) The ride IS smooth and I'm not given it up in order to lift it. So I'm stuck with something that takes on the speed bumps and spilled koolaid at Target like a beast.
Thanks! I’m happy with the road manners. I’m running e rated BFG all terrines so they are heavy. But the brakes do fine. I even pulled my camper with this setup. I have 2” rear spring spacers and did a torsion twist to get about the same in the front.
I like your setup! Im new to overland and just bought a 2000 Expy that I love and it too is a daily driver, or at least a backup with gas being what it is. Nice rig!
I watched your other video first before I found this one. Big Red looks good and your customization work s awesome. The 35s on it looks good. I have an F150 screw that I want to change out front carrier in. Watching your video has helped me make a decision. I was unaware you had to torque up your Eaton like that to get it to engage the axle to make a true 4WD work.
Thank you for the ideas on mine and beautiful truck, but please do something about those sharp points in the rear bumper guards, I just see a fall going bad.
i love the running boards, better than any of the aftermarket ones ive seen for sale. Have you ever gotten them pushed up against a obstacle or ran them against rocks? im thinking about making some running boards like how you did for my 99 expedition
I have indeed hit them hard, one of them has got some damage. It is pushed up about a 1/4". An Expedition is very heavy so sliding off a rock carries a lot of impact. But I'm happy with there performance.
Interested on you making and selling rock sliders ! I have the running boards now so I’d have to figure out where I wanna put my leds , maybe pointing down like rock lights lol
I've got a 98 expedition (eddie bauer) that we've dubbed old red. Fun to run across a similar nickname. Anyway, I'm wondering what you'd say the total build cost would be to do a similar setup--truetracs, bumpers, winch, etc? And have you noticed mpg drop with 35's? Looks like stock is about a 31.5" tire...
@@richarddavis2345 That's a lot to cover here. Diffs all done about $2200, winch and mount $800, made by me bumpers, sliders $300 steel, with the 4.56 gears and 35s I get 13 to15 on the highway, 10 off road. I used a tuner to get the speed right on so that's real numbers. I've only had issues with CV axles, broke 2 but know how to save them by different driving techniques in low range.
@@starksexpeditions121 Thank you very much and what about steering, any noise on normal street driving experience? How long is it running on your expy. Thanks
I like the video. You've hit on some topics I found helpful (e.g. articulation, limited slip, engagement of the limited slip). I have an '03 and have been thinking about adding a locker in the front. My rig has 150k on it and I was told to replace the rear because the clutches in limited slips (in general) wear out over time (Frankly, I don't believe anything anymore). What has your experience been? From the video, its seems to be working just fine.
I autocrossed a Mustang with the factory clutch limited slip and I would put new clutch discs after every race weekend so yes they wear out. I replaced them with Eaton TruTracks. Basically a limited slip without clutches. If you are driving mild trails the Truetrack is a great option, a selectable locker is best but the most expensive. I have an 89 Bronco built for the hard Colorado trails and use a Yukon Locker in the rear and an Eaton E-Locker in the front. Being able to select lock or open in the front is the best as it gives you the ability to lock both wheels or open for snow and ice and allows you to turn without binding.
@@starksexpeditions121 Thanks for the info on the autocross and setting me straight on the TruTracks! I think I had them confused with Ford's AdvanceTrac. Looks like a TRUTrack or ARB rear and an ARB Front.
Nice ride!! I thinking of picking up an expedition and I’ve been watching tuns of videos to get info on the vehicle. I found a 05 with 200k plus miles for a really good price. I’m very close to make the offer to the seller. Is it a reliable vehicle?
There were a couple of years in gen 2's right around there that had some complaints of EGR sensor and coil pack failure. But overall, Expeditions are very reliable across the board.
I built one for another Expedition and charged $2200, it had two swing outs. The shipping was around $350 from Denver where I am to Portland. Costs have gone up the steel is twice as much as went I built it.
I swapped out the air suspension for a custom 2” lift rear coil spring and added torsion bars from a junk yard non-air suspension and cranked them up for about 2” of lift.
I made it myself like the rear bumper, nobody with a first generation Expedition wants to spend any money so there isn’t any money for a fab shop to make.
I have had a 2000 4x4 5.4 expedition for a couple years now, an old fire chief’s vehicle for 1300$. thank you for the inspiration and guidance! I am in the process of making up the rock sliders now!
Sounds good!
I’ve just found your channel, and I’m really excited. I have a 2003 Expedition Eddie Bauer package that I intend to build out and it’s been hard finding some inspiration videos. Thanks!
The snow is melting in the Colorado rockies so I'll be adding some more videos soon!
Shout out to my '03 brotha! Air Suspension?
Nice Rig! I have a 99 Expy that I love. It’s a tow / soft roader and daily driver. Great looking rear bumper and hidden winch. I hope to see more vids. Good luck with your channel!
Thanks! Good luck with your truck!
I like the term soft roader - its descriptive and I'm in that camp.
By the way , beautiful truck , I have a 2002 4x4 and plan on doing a lot to it
Thanks!
😎 nice 👍
I have an 03 expedition Eddie Bauer edition. Other than falken wild peak AT tires she’s stock. I’ve driven on the beach in NY a lot. Wonder how it would far hang on some over-landing. I do worry about the rusty bits underneath from the driving up north with road salt and beach driving. Even though I stayed out of the ocean with her she did kick up sand
Should do well, I sleep in the back and you can too. Go for it!
hout out to my '03 brotha! Air Suspension?
@@mondavou9408 nope, not in my truck. Would like to put a small lift in her for some more ground clearance someday
@@ickess Same. I've got air and no one makes a kit that I'm aware of. ...the ride, I say the ride, so smooth it must be a limousine (Lyrics from Prince btw) The ride IS smooth and I'm not given it up in order to lift it. So I'm stuck with something that takes on the speed bumps and spilled koolaid at Target like a beast.
Love your Expo! I have a 99 with 33's. Do you find the 35's hinder regular road driving (e.g. turning circle, ride, etc.) Are you lifted at all?
Thanks! I’m happy with the road manners. I’m running e rated BFG all terrines so they are heavy. But the brakes do fine. I even pulled my camper with this setup. I have 2” rear spring spacers and did a torsion twist to get about the same in the front.
I like your setup! Im new to overland and just bought a 2000 Expy that I love and it too is a daily driver, or at least a backup with gas being what it is. Nice rig!
Thanks!
Big Red is bad-ass!
Thanks brother!
I watched your other video first before I found this one. Big Red looks good and your customization work s awesome. The 35s on it looks good. I have an F150 screw that I want to change out front carrier in. Watching your video has helped me make a decision. I was unaware you had to torque up your Eaton like that to get it to engage the axle to make a true 4WD work.
Thanks for watching! Good luck with your F150, I think that's a great project.
Thank you for the ideas on mine and beautiful truck, but please do something about those sharp points in the rear bumper guards, I just see a fall going bad.
Thanks for the advise.
i love the running boards, better than any of the aftermarket ones ive seen for sale. Have you ever gotten them pushed up against a obstacle or ran them against rocks? im thinking about making some running boards like how you did for my 99 expedition
I have indeed hit them hard, one of them has got some damage. It is pushed up about a 1/4". An Expedition is very heavy so sliding off a rock carries a lot of impact. But I'm happy with there performance.
Interested on you making and selling rock sliders ! I have the running boards now so I’d have to figure out where I wanna put my leds , maybe pointing down like rock lights lol
I would make a set for you. Were do you live? I hooked up some LEDs to the wires that were for the running board lights and that worked really well.
I've got a 98 expedition (eddie bauer) that we've dubbed old red. Fun to run across a similar nickname. Anyway, I'm wondering what you'd say the total build cost would be to do a similar setup--truetracs, bumpers, winch, etc? And have you noticed mpg drop with 35's? Looks like stock is about a 31.5" tire...
Also, what have you broken and fixed so far in your offroad adventures?
@@richarddavis2345 That's a lot to cover here. Diffs all done about $2200, winch and mount $800, made by me bumpers, sliders $300 steel, with the 4.56 gears and 35s I get 13 to15 on the highway, 10 off road. I used a tuner to get the speed right on so that's real numbers. I've only had issues with CV axles, broke 2 but know how to save them by different driving techniques in low range.
@@starksexpeditions121 Hi, do you by chance remember the model of the front locker? Eaton has so many, which one is the noiseless for front? Thanks
@@vahagnshahnazaryan5051 the diff in the front of Expeditions is a Ford 8.8 28 spline so same as in the rear of Rangers, 912A562 is the Eaton number.
@@starksexpeditions121 Thank you very much and what about steering, any noise on normal street driving experience? How long is it running on your expy. Thanks
I like your front bumper; is that OEM? TIA
Yes, I just removed the lower plastic valance. Drilled holes and added second Gen Expedition fog lights.
I like the video. You've hit on some topics I found helpful (e.g. articulation, limited slip, engagement of the limited slip). I have an '03 and have been thinking about adding a locker in the front. My rig has 150k on it and I was told to replace the rear because the clutches in limited slips (in general) wear out over time (Frankly, I don't believe anything anymore). What has your experience been? From the video, its seems to be working just fine.
I autocrossed a Mustang with the factory clutch limited slip and I would put new clutch discs after every race weekend so yes they wear out. I replaced them with Eaton TruTracks. Basically a limited slip without clutches. If you are driving mild trails the Truetrack is a great option, a selectable locker is best but the most expensive. I have an 89 Bronco built for the hard Colorado trails and use a Yukon Locker in the rear and an Eaton E-Locker in the front. Being able to select lock or open in the front is the best as it gives you the ability to lock both wheels or open for snow and ice and allows you to turn without binding.
@@starksexpeditions121 Thanks for the info on the autocross and setting me straight on the TruTracks! I think I had them confused with Ford's AdvanceTrac. Looks like a TRUTrack or ARB rear and an ARB Front.
Nice ride!! I thinking of picking up an expedition and I’ve been watching tuns of videos to get info on the vehicle. I found a 05 with 200k plus miles for a really good price. I’m very close to make the offer to the seller. Is it a reliable vehicle?
Thanks! Can't speak for those years, my truck is completely different than an 05.
There were a couple of years in gen 2's right around there that had some complaints of EGR sensor and coil pack failure. But overall, Expeditions are very reliable across the board.
How much would a rear bumper like that cost? I’m really interested
I built one for another Expedition and charged $2200, it had two swing outs. The shipping was around $350 from Denver where I am to Portland. Costs have gone up the steel is twice as much as went I built it.
Great video! I’m building a 98 as well for the same purpose. You have any interior mods? We have a full “cabin” experience in ours
Thanks! The interior is stock. What have you done?
What’s tire and wheel
What size/brand lift is on there?
I swapped out the air suspension for a custom 2” lift rear coil spring and added torsion bars from a junk yard non-air suspension and cranked them up for about 2” of lift.
Where can i find a roof rack like thag one ?
I made it myself like the rear bumper, nobody with a first generation Expedition wants to spend any money so there isn’t any money for a fab shop to make.
is it lifted to accomodate the tires?
Yes, about 2".
2"
What wheels do you have? specs?
Stock, 17 x 7.5 0 offset
More on the roof rack!
Just one I made in my garage.