Rear Hatch

The rear hatch on the Excursion is…. complicated.

Three panels, electric and manual locks, washer, wiper and defroster.

When I bought Fessick, none of the above worked.

The key cylinder was a rusted lump of metal of various alloys. You could put a key in, but it wasn’t turning anything.

The lock actuator didn’t actuate.

The wiper didn’t wipe.

The washer didn’t wash.

The defroster didn’t defrost.

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Barn door cup holders

Add cup holders to the rear hatch. Perfect for tailgating.

I wish I could take credit for this, but I saw a photo online. These cup holders make Fezzick an even better place to spend time. I’ve installed one of these on each of the barn door panels. The simple version is, “just drop a boat cup holder into the top of the barn door panel.

Completed cup holder. I’ve installed one on each side
Hold my beer!

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