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2024 Chevrolet 3.0L Duramax
SKU #: CS-FEXP25-60
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Carli 4.5" Performance 2.5 Suspension System 00-05 Ford Excursion
Description
The Ford Excursion is arguably one of the best suited vehicles for overlanding purposes ever produced. Heck, even the name "Excursion" implies that it was originally intended for adventure. And why is this? With room for plenty of people and/or gear, sitting on a 3/4 ton chassis, and available diesel option, what's not to like about this behemoth of a rig? For starters, if you are ready to get off road, or at least look like you are, the suspension needs some attention, but fortunately, the suspension gurus at Carli have you covered with a system that will not only lift your Excursion for larger tire fitment and ground clearance, but also provide a very noticeable increase in ride quality and overall suspension performance, introducing the Performance 2.5 Suspension System.
CARLI PERFORMANCE SUSPENSION SYSTEM COMPONENTS
This system starts with custom Carli/Deaver Leaf Spring packs for the front and rear. The lighter rate, Full Progressive Leaf Springs lift the front 4.5" and the rear is lifted 2-1/4" by Carli's block eliminating spring pack. This lift and extended travel calls for some geometry changes up-front. The track bar angle is corrected via a Fabricated Track Bar Drop Bracket and a Pitman Arm is provided to ensure the steering (drag link) and suspension (track bar) cycle the same ratio to eliminate bump steer. Also included are a set of Extended Sway Bar End Links to recenter the factory front sway bar in its extended stroke. To this, extended, stainless brake lines were added to firm up braking feel and ensure there was enough line to handle the added down-stroke of the front and rear axles.
CARLI TUNED 2.5" REMOTE RESERVOIR SHOCKS
The Excursions are big and top heavy, so the assistance of King Shocks were enlisted when looking to keep the lifted center of gravity composed and comfortable. With the help of King, Carli designed a custom 9" Travel, 2.5" Diameter, Piggyback shock for the front and a 12" Stroke for the rear with a custom hose to route the reservoir out from under the body. The only weld-in part, Carli designed a double-sheer shock mount to replace the rear-upper factory "T-Bar" shock mounts for far more strength. Fabricated Bump Stop Drops are included front and rear to ensure the springs and shocks cycle in perfect unison. The King shocks are then finished off with Carli's proprietary shafts machined and polished from a solid piece of 17-4 Stainless. Unlike King's standard shafts, there is no coating to wear off, weather can't hurt them and if there is a small chip, you can round the edges with emery cloth to ensure the seal housing isn't damaged as they're not brittle like the stock, hardened shafts. The shocks are finished with King oil good to -55 degrees Fahrenheit. Note that all King shocks are built with a plated steel body. If subjected to inclement weather for extended periods, we recommend wrapping your shocks in 3M to provide a moisture barrier that's replaceable.
The shock experts at Carli then spent significant time on the valving profile. Starting with a custom piston, they found the perfect compromise between on and off-road performance without leaning too far into one end of the spectrum or the other. On road and on the highway, this is one of the best riding kits they've turned out for ANY platform. Body roll is significantly reduced, sharp corners are rounded, wheel hop and axle wrap are eliminated (thanks to the removal of the factory block) and the tires stay on the ground at all times. Off-road, the SUV feels half its size and completely composed. This is not a system designed around whoop pounding or jumping, but dirt roads and rutted trails can be taken at speed with one hand on the wheel. Light to medium duty offroad escapades become completely controlled and uneventful.
REDUCED CAPACITY SPRING PACK
The rear springs are a reduced capacity spring pack (reduces payload/hauling capacity to a "light" 3/4ton). If capacity is a concern, the Full Progressive Leaf Springs can be supplemented back to the factory capacity with the addition of Carli's Excursion specific Long-Travel Airbags.
WHEEL AND TIRE FITMENT
Carli recommends 17"-18" wheels, no more than 9" wide with 4.5" of backspacing with a 35", E-Rated Tire. The more rubber, the better the small bump compliance will be at proper inflation pressures. The ride will firm up as you go larger in wheel diameter.
About Carli Suspension
CARLI SUSPENSION KITS, SYSTEMS, AND COMPONENTS
Yeah, we know Sage Carli can launch a full sized truck over nearly any obstacle. If you are into Baja racing, everyone knows by now that Carli Suspension is the name to go with. What you may not realize is that Carli has a suspension kit for your needs too. You probably don't care anything about having your expensive truck go air born, but you do want the best performance out of your suspension for your application. Carli Starter and Commuter 2.0 systems are designed to give you the best possible street manners compared to any other system on the market while providing ample room for the larger tires you want. Potholes disappear, you find yourself building speed on corners and washboard, and that's just when you are on the way to work. Now imagine heading out to feed the cows WITHOUT hitting your head on the headliner. Imagine coming back from your hunting trip WITHOUT needing a trip to the chiropractor. Take another look at Carli Suspension. It's not all about Baja. It's about YOUR truck and what you do with it. Stop by, we'll give you a ride and show you what you're missing. Just bring the checkbook and permission from the boss! One ride and you'll be hooked!
CARLI KITSThe entire engineering philosophy behind Carli aims to offer the real world Dodge Ram and Ford SuperDuty a suspension system that drastically increases the street drive of the vehicle while offering incredible off-road characteristics. So far, Sage Carli's suspension systems are the only option available where you don't have to compromise.
Carli products are designed to meet the expectations of both the daily street driver and the most extreme avid off road enthusiast. From the urban streets to the most remote places, Carli products will far exceed all your expectations. The easiest way to put this into perspective is that Carli truly builds suspension systems for the enthusiast....the person who truly LOVES their truck and wants to upgrade it with the most thought out, tasteful upgrades on the market. No, this type of individual isn't going to head to Napa to pickup a new track bar. They're going to research the best possible track bar on the market and go that route. Carli Suspension is truly a brand for enthusiasts, featuring products that are built by enthusiasts. Just watch any of Carli Suspension's videos and you'll understand why they have such a passion for their products.
Stock production trucks are built mainly to keep costs down. From a truck enthusiast's point of view these standards simply are not acceptable. From people looking to get a better ride with a more aggressive stance to people looking to get some serious off road performance, Carli understands the needs of these enthusiasts. This is epitomized by the ever growing list of satisfied customers. Carli Suspensions relentless pursuit of producing the best performing suspension systems is something that can be felt every time a customer drives their truck. Carli wouldnt have it any other way.
CARLI COMPONENTSYou know, its not always about a complete suspension. In fact, some of our best selling Carli products are things like a track bar, Carli ball joints, shocks, coil springs, and more. Maybe you've got a clunk in your front end that has been nailed down to being from a worn out track bar bushing and you did your research (mentioned above) and found out that the best track bar for your Ram or Ford is from Carli, so you buy that one. Or maybe you want a better ride, but only want to replace the coil springs for now. No problem. Sure, Carli is centered around their entire systems, but nearly all of their components can be used interchangeably on a stock height truck or one with an existing leveling or lift kit. We do our best to make note of any fitment requirements on each product page, but if you have any questions, please feel free to reach out and ask, we're happy to help.
Here at Diesel Power Products we only want to sell the best and lets face it, the stock Ram and Ford suspension needs help. Your stock suspension system is designed to be adequate and nothing more. Carli not only makes the ride of your truck better, it makes it safer. Whether you are towing a trailer on the interstate or doing a little off-road adventure, we will attest that you'll be more than satisfied by upgrading to Carli.