- Location
- Denver Adjacent
Right?!
Jack Stilts' Build - 2002 ABT (Armored Baby Transport)
- Thread starter Jack Stilts
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Jack Stilts
Skid Plates
- Location
- Michigan
Okay so let's get back to reality here. Why the V8?
- Location
- Denver Adjacent
Why not the v8?
Jack Stilts
Skid Plates
- Location
- Michigan
I knew I lived in the wrong country...
- Location
- Denver Adjacent
dixie1865
Bought an X
- Location
- Lockport, IL
Just around the corner in the suburbs of Chiraq...
http://chicago.craigslist.org/wcl/ctd/5342225718.html
(no affiliation. Just happen to see it a coupe days ago)
http://chicago.craigslist.org/wcl/ctd/5342225718.html
(no affiliation. Just happen to see it a coupe days ago)
- Location
- Denver Adjacent
That thing is nice!
Jack Stilts
Skid Plates
- Location
- Michigan
- Location
- Denver Adjacent
But Canada can't give you a diesel R51 either.
Jack Stilts
Skid Plates
- Location
- Michigan
This is true.
I've spent Christmas contemplating the pros & cons of the V8 vs the V6. I figured the V6 would give me better fuel mileage, and I don't really need a V8 since I don't own a speedboat. Or camper. Or anything that requires the 5.6L.
But I thought about it a little more and remembered the poor, under-powered 3.3L in the Xterra. I don't ever want to go through that again. Maybe a bit more is better than a bit less. And anything better than my current 15MPG will not be taken for granted, and the V8 is supposed to get 18MPG. I suppose we'll see.
Anyway. Merry Christmas!
I understand your dilemma for the need of more space. With 3 children of my own and the youngest only being 19 months old. I have to say that with some creative organization you have quite a bit of room to work with in the xterra.
sent from the middle of a corn field.
sent from the middle of a corn field.
- Location
- Gulfport, MS
Hop in a 2nd Gen and take it for a spin. Huge difference IMO. The pathy's are nice though. Basically a frontier with a permanent camper shell. I think the V6 would be plenty for ya.
caseycamby
Suspension Lift
- Location
- Marion, NC
Jack Stilts
Skid Plates
- Location
- Michigan
That's crazy! I can't imagine how you pull that off...
I've driven the 2nd Gens and I like them a lot, but I honestly might need the 3rd row seat for more kiddos in the future. If we have two total, I will certainly entertain the 2nd Gen Xterra or Fronty, especially with the delcious Pro-4X manual trans
But more than two is going to warrant more seats. I should just start looking at minivans :tears2:I heard Ryan will sell you a really nice 2nd Gen
Ha! His poor truck
- Location
- Gulfport, MS
HAHAHA, I wouldn't do that to him lol. I'll do local to someone who doesn't know the nightmares about this thing.
- Location
- Gulfport, MS
Does the pathfinder have a 3rd row option? I think the only Nissan that does 3rd row is the Armada and them things are huge.
Jack Stilts
Skid Plates
- Location
- Michigan
You're too kind
Yeah, they do have the 3rd row. That's part of the allure for me. And I don't want the Armada because, well...I like being able to fit in my garage!
- Location
- Gulfport, MS
Yea, then I would certainly looking for a pathy. Basically a frontier with a camper shell.
- Location
- Brentwood, TN
We have a 2011 Pathfinder with 80k miles. Its our family vehicle for vacations, long trips, etc. I have two kids and we can easily make week-long trips with the available cargo space. Knock on wood, we have had zero problems with that vehicle. Just change the oil, tires, brakes etc. Love it and recommend it.
ryandavenport
First Fill-Up (of many)
- Location
- Middle Tennessee
My parents have a 2008 as well and they love it. It'll be up for sale in a few weeks though as they are replacing it with an Armada. Did you guys get the V6 or V8 in yours?
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This is true.
I've spent Christmas contemplating the pros & cons of the V8 vs the V6. I figured the V6 would give me better fuel mileage, and I don't really need a V8 since I don't own a speedboat. Or camper. Or anything that requires the 5.6L.
But I thought about it a little more and remembered the poor, under-powered 3.3L in the Xterra. I don't ever want to go through that again. Maybe a bit more is better than a bit less. And anything better than my current 15MPG will not be taken for granted, and the V8 is supposed to get 18MPG. I suppose we'll see.
Anyway. Merry Christmas!
Think towing though... They both AVG about the same mpgs so thats a toss up.. But if you ever plan on adding a trailer for your RTT
the v8 would be a huge plus in the MPGs
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- Location
- Denver Adjacent
Also, the v8 has another 1000lbs of towing capacity.
- Location
- Brentwood, TN
We have the V6
SKAVYNGR
Need Bigger Tires
- Location
- Lexington, KY
Sorry I'm late to the party; great stuff Jack! Definitely an inspirational build for sure.
Jack Stilts
Skid Plates
- Location
- Michigan
Everyone, thanks for all the info on the Pathfinders! That will really come in handy when we go to purchase.
Next step is to move, then buy another DD (Subie / Volvo), and then finish the Xterra's build this year. Got about ten very minor things left to do.
Today I replaced the LED in the CHMSL, because apparently it stopped working. I thought that was strange. It was always really sensitive to cold (usually around 0 degrees), and it worked intermittently. Then it just quit. I didn't think that it could be the LED, so I looked at wires, grounds, everything. Swapped a new one in and it's good.
Going to try to get some of those minor things done this weekend while half of you are dealing with the snowpocalypse. So jealous It's only 30 degrees up in Michigan, which is bad enough. Supposed to be cold! And snowy! Someone bring me a few feet of snow.
Next step is to move, then buy another DD (Subie / Volvo), and then finish the Xterra's build this year. Got about ten very minor things left to do.
Today I replaced the LED in the CHMSL, because apparently it stopped working. I thought that was strange. It was always really sensitive to cold (usually around 0 degrees), and it worked intermittently. Then it just quit. I didn't think that it could be the LED, so I looked at wires, grounds, everything. Swapped a new one in and it's good.
Going to try to get some of those minor things done this weekend while half of you are dealing with the snowpocalypse. So jealous
It's only 30 degrees up in Michigan, which is bad enough. Supposed to be cold! And snowy! Someone bring me a few feet of snow.
SKAVYNGR
Need Bigger Tires
- Location
- Lexington, KY
It's getting a good amount here in KY.
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- Location
- Denver Adjacent
That's really bizare. My 3rd brake light stopped working this week. And both of our LEDs were from the same batch.
Jack Stilts
Skid Plates
- Location
- Michigan
No way! At least they're consistent...?
- Location
- Denver Adjacent
Where did you get a replacement?
Jack Stilts
Skid Plates
- Location
- Michigan
- Location
- Denver Adjacent
Oh...
Jack Stilts
Skid Plates
- Location
- Michigan
Popped some Thule crossbars on the roof to prepare for camping season. Rooftop tent, kayaks, skybox...
SKAVYNGR
Need Bigger Tires
- Location
- Lexington, KY
There it is! My wife and I are taking a Kentucky excursion during Spring Break. Very excited for the season as well!
SKAVYNGR
Need Bigger Tires
- Location
- Lexington, KY
Jack, I forgot to ask, how much did your pay for your rear tire carrier and swing from RLC? He's never gotten back to me on pricing. Also, they don't do powder coating, right?
"Adventure is out there."
-Russell, Pixar's Up
"Adventure is out there."
-Russell, Pixar's Up
Jack Stilts
Skid Plates
- Location
- Michigan
Cannot disclose since it was the first prototype built. Somewhere between $100 and $1000
Give him a call. He's more easily accessible via phone.
Jack Stilts
Skid Plates
- Location
- Michigan
Found a solution for my awning: LabRak mounts.
They are brilliantly versatile, beefy, sturdy, and exactly what I needed. Designed specifically for Thule / Yakima bars.
They are brilliantly versatile, beefy, sturdy, and exactly what I needed. Designed specifically for Thule / Yakima bars.
SKAVYNGR
Need Bigger Tires
- Location
- Lexington, KY
Dude, nice! I've wanted to look into an awning. What brand is yours? My mock up for the brackets were similar to what you have.
"Adventure is out there."
-Russell, Pixar's Up
"Adventure is out there."
-Russell, Pixar's Up
Jack Stilts
Skid Plates
- Location
- Michigan
ARB 1250. I love it, and it's the perfect size for the 1st Gen, but I might be looking into a bigger one soon. I've had my eye on the fully-enclosed awning rooms and the 1250 isn't big enough to support one. It's been awesome, though.