Hey all,
I just got through installing V and F code springs and noticed a couple of things: 1) the truck seems to be making a sound when steering from lock to lock--sort of a thunk, about a full steering wheel turn before the stop. 2) Also, now the front Husky molded mud guards rub the tires when turning in on either side, especially the passenger side. I removed the 4" lift the truck came with, and it didn't make any sounds when steering before. Has anyone had these issues after the spring upgrade? I'd really appreciate any feedback.
Thanks.
Its dot the spring its the track bar..did you tq it to over 380lbs?
Cary
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Nope. I didn't have any strange noises or interference with the Husky flaps. However, I am running the stock 265/75/16 tires. What size tires do you have? I have heard that 285/75/16 tires will rub those flaps.
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2001 Excursion Limited 4X4, V10
Done so far:
Rear Hellwig (#7643),
Front Poly Frame Mount Sway Bar Bushings (Energy Suspension #4.5180G),
Gen II Landyot Radius Rods,
Rancho RS9000X's (RS99267 front, RS99266 rear),
Rancho steering stabilizer (RS5410),
Super Duty Front Bumpstops (F81Z-3020-DA)
Domelight & Foglamp overrides, Heated & Lighted TT Mirrors, Silverstars, Husky Floor & Cargo Liners, Husky molded mudflaps, V10 badges, OEM clear headlights & corners, latex tubing in door weatherstrips
U Code Front Springs (2C3Z-5310-GA),
F Code Rear Springs (6C3Z-5560-F) with added leaf from original spring pack (the 38" long leaf, 3rd from bottom, not including anti-wrap leaf)
Landyots Removed during spring change, may add Gen IV's in the future as an experiment <span style="color: blue">2001 Excursion Pictures and Mods</span>
Towrig,
I have 265/70/17 on the X--it is an '05 EB 4x4 6.0. I looked at the mud guards and it looks like I'll have to trim about 1.5" from the side that's toward the frame to clear the tires as I'm turning. I'm not sure what might be making that sound? Cary mentioned the torque on the track arm--anyone know about that?
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Nope. I didn't have any strange noises or interference with the Husky flaps. However, I am running the stock 265/75/16 tires. What size tires do you have? I have heard that 285/75/16 tires will rub those flaps.
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Husky's and 285's and mine doesn't rub anywhere. It didn't at stock height and still doesn't with the V codes. One side looks close, but no rub at all.
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Guess I heard wrong. I am glad they will fit though. My next set of tires will be the 285's.
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2001 Excursion Limited 4X4, V10
Done so far:
Rear Hellwig (#7643),
Front Poly Frame Mount Sway Bar Bushings (Energy Suspension #4.5180G),
Gen II Landyot Radius Rods,
Rancho RS9000X's (RS99267 front, RS99266 rear),
Rancho steering stabilizer (RS5410),
Super Duty Front Bumpstops (F81Z-3020-DA)
Domelight & Foglamp overrides, Heated & Lighted TT Mirrors, Silverstars, Husky Floor & Cargo Liners, Husky molded mudflaps, V10 badges, OEM clear headlights & corners, latex tubing in door weatherstrips
U Code Front Springs (2C3Z-5310-GA),
F Code Rear Springs (6C3Z-5560-F) with added leaf from original spring pack (the 38" long leaf, 3rd from bottom, not including anti-wrap leaf)
Landyots Removed during spring change, may add Gen IV's in the future as an experiment <span style="color: blue">2001 Excursion Pictures and Mods</span>
A pop noise is more related to the trackbar ..have him use a 5' extension to a 3/4 T bar and use locktight and get it TIGHT! No impact will get it tight enough.
Only other thing it could be is ball joints, they can pop when getting worn.
One other thing all shackel and spring bolts should be left lose till the truck is on the ground then tq'ed with Locktight.
Cary
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I specialize in performance and suspension mods.
We developed the Reverse Shackle SD spring swaps for D60 '85-04 and D60 '05 up axle swap with suspension for the OBS.
We developed the B mod, Bilstein special valving, suspension and handling cures for the Excursions.
We know what it takes to make a OBS or SD ride fantastic!
We only carry the BEST parts and never compromise just to get a sale.
Dealer for: Hypermax H2e and H2e modded turbos!, D66 OBS turbos, Casserly- Full Force Diesel Injectors! Icon, RCD, Pure Performance, Bilstein, RS-SD kits for OBS trucks, BTS Trans, EDGE Products, Tunes by Tony Wildman , Stealth HPOP's, Tymar products, Hella lighting, Isspro guage kits, If I can help you with your truck please PM or Email me.
Cary, thanks for the info. I'll have the guy check the trackbar and ball joints. Although, I only have 30k miles on the truck. I'll let you guys know how it goes.
Thanks again!
Since it had a 4" lift on it before, was there maybe something that was done then that didn't change that should have when going to the V and F's.
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Did you install a adj track bar? Mandatory with a lift.
Cary
__________________
I specialize in performance and suspension mods.
We developed the Reverse Shackle SD spring swaps for D60 '85-04 and D60 '05 up axle swap with suspension for the OBS.
We developed the B mod, Bilstein special valving, suspension and handling cures for the Excursions.
We know what it takes to make a OBS or SD ride fantastic!
We only carry the BEST parts and never compromise just to get a sale.
Dealer for: Hypermax H2e and H2e modded turbos!, D66 OBS turbos, Casserly- Full Force Diesel Injectors! Icon, RCD, Pure Performance, Bilstein, RS-SD kits for OBS trucks, BTS Trans, EDGE Products, Tunes by Tony Wildman , Stealth HPOP's, Tymar products, Hella lighting, Isspro guage kits, If I can help you with your truck please PM or Email me.
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Did you install a adj track bar? Mandatory with a lift.
Cary
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Ya, that's what I meant. [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/phoney.gif[/img]
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If I understand you correctly, the 4" lift came with a dropped pitman arm and a longer/lower bracket for the trackbar. These were replaced with factory parts. Just to be sure, is the trackbar the same as the panhard bar? The stock one was used even with the lift, and I didn't add one that's adjustable.
Track or pan same thing. If when the X was sitting on the ground you could put the Track bar bolt back in "without" forcing the Axel over to install the bolt then you don't need one.
Cary
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I specialize in performance and suspension mods.
We developed the Reverse Shackle SD spring swaps for D60 '85-04 and D60 '05 up axle swap with suspension for the OBS.
We developed the B mod, Bilstein special valving, suspension and handling cures for the Excursions.
We know what it takes to make a OBS or SD ride fantastic!
We only carry the BEST parts and never compromise just to get a sale.
Dealer for: Hypermax H2e and H2e modded turbos!, D66 OBS turbos, Casserly- Full Force Diesel Injectors! Icon, RCD, Pure Performance, Bilstein, RS-SD kits for OBS trucks, BTS Trans, EDGE Products, Tunes by Tony Wildman , Stealth HPOP's, Tymar products, Hella lighting, Isspro guage kits, If I can help you with your truck please PM or Email me.
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