Nissan Xterra Forum: Xterra Forums http://www.clubxterra.org/forums/ Nissan Xterra Forum: Join our Nissan Xterra forums for free today to discuss Nissan Xterra, nissan xterra, LE, SE, XE, X, S, nissan 4x4, view Xterra photos and videos en Thu, 17 May 2012 08:35:05 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.clubxterra.org/forums/images/misc/rss.jpg Nissan Xterra Forum: Xterra Forums http://www.clubxterra.org/forums/ <![CDATA[Lowering a 2002 Xterra 3"-ish]]> http://www.clubxterra.org/forums/showthread.php?t=37148&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 04:06:32 GMT I am buying an Xterra for some weekend fun (light towing and very light off-roading -- for now) and also as a first vehicle for my teens to drive short distances.

I'd like to mitigate some of the roll-over tendencies with a minimally invasive lowering kit (if spring compressors will work without adversely affecting handling, that would be perfect).

My question is for those of you with experience doing this, will approx 3" lower the vehicle enough to give it some improved roll-over performance without the other side effects being counter-productive for safety.

I'd really like to avoid a major mod because in 2-3 years when my kids are done with it, I'd like to remove the lowering kit and perhaps do some more aggressive off-roading (I live 4hrs from Moab.....) ]]> Street Suspension Dhintze http://www.clubxterra.org/forums/showthread.php?t=37148 Jumping into the Xterra world http://www.clubxterra.org/forums/showthread.php?t=37147&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 04:00:39 GMT I'm about to buy a 2002 Xterra for a weekend fun and teenager drive to school and bash around the parkinglot vehicle.

I have some modifications in mind and it's good to find an active forum with avid fans of the vehicle ready to help out a noob. ]]> New Member Introductions Dhintze http://www.clubxterra.org/forums/showthread.php?t=37147 <![CDATA[Tire Size After PML / 2" BL]]> http://www.clubxterra.org/forums/showthread.php?t=37146&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 04:00:27 GMT How big of tires could I put on an 04 X with a PML and a 2" BL? What about wheels?

Thanks
Zach ]]> FAQ/Common Questions zgoldsmith901 http://www.clubxterra.org/forums/showthread.php?t=37146 New Wheels Today! http://www.clubxterra.org/forums/showthread.php?t=37145&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 03:53:25 GMT Got some new wheels today. Have been looking at them for a while now, only just now pulled the trigger. Definitely going to need a BL now, it rubs when I turn to extreme left or right. I picked them up for $500 installed. Did I do okay?? Got some new wheels today. Have been looking at them for a while now, only just now pulled the trigger. Definitely going to need a BL now, it rubs when I turn to extreme left or right. I picked them up for $500 installed. Did I do okay??
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We are seeing an increase in folks creating second accounts because they did not like there screen name, lost there password, blah, blah, blah.....

You are allowed one account period end of story. If you have lost your password contact a member of the site staff and we can retrieve it. If you need your name changed because you're entering the federal witness relocation program or are being pursued by agents of a foreign powers intelligence service then we can hook you up with a name change. Other then that unfortunately the name you chose is the name you keep.

Users found to have more than one account will have both accounts locked. ]]> Website Suggestions, Comments, Problems RacerXXL http://www.clubxterra.org/forums/showthread.php?t=37144 uwharrie pics http://www.clubxterra.org/forums/showthread.php?t=37143&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 02:55:54 GMT Heres some pictures of us wheeling from 2 weeks ago at uwharrie. And heres a video of a rather deep mud hole that i nosed down into and the decided against do to my cai. https://vimeo.com/41703218 Heres some pictures of us wheeling from 2 weeks ago at uwharrie.
And heres a video of a rather deep mud hole that i nosed down into and the decided against do to my cai.
https://vimeo.com/41703218
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]]> General Discussions xterra001 http://www.clubxterra.org/forums/showthread.php?t=37143 arb On Board Air compressor NEW IN BOX ARB No.CKSA112 http://www.clubxterra.org/forums/showthread.php?t=37142&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 02:28:54 GMT i have a brand new in box air locker compressor brand new in box never opened.. part number ARB No.CKSA12.price is $160 new im looking for $120 shipped. this compressor was suppose to be used for airlockers but never got around to it an sold it . email me or text me 305-725-6992... i have a brand new in box air locker compressor brand new in box never opened.. part number ARB No.CKSA12.price is $160 new im looking for $120 shipped. this compressor was suppose to be used for airlockers but never got around to it an sold it . email me or text me 305-725-6992 imask8ter4lif@aol.com ]]> Parts For Sale kriskool123 http://www.clubxterra.org/forums/showthread.php?t=37142 Hitch Basket http://www.clubxterra.org/forums/showthread.php?t=37140&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 00:51:52 GMT I am thinking about buying one of these. They have 500 pound max load. Wondered if anyone has any input on these baskets. I am thinking about buying one of these. They have 500 pound max load. Wondered if anyone has any input on these baskets.
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]]> General Discussions goldenboy http://www.clubxterra.org/forums/showthread.php?t=37140 Mudbug Build Thread http://www.clubxterra.org/forums/showthread.php?t=37139&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 00:02:09 GMT I guess this is overdue. Named by the fiance who loves the X, Mudbug doesn't go mudding. The goal of my build is not the standard obstacle crushing articulation but I need (want?) to have a vehicle that can take me to work every day, go 2000 miles with Kayaks, anywhere in between those drive into the woods 10 miles for a middle-of-nowhere impromptu stay, act as a base camp at music fests, find areas without light pollution for telescopin’… general outdoor goodness.

The earliest pic I have for some reason. Truck came with what seems to be the MPG buster kit (had a new exhaust with chrome tip, and a Volant intake. 72k miles and some french fries under the seat as well).

^^I quickly added rain guards, removed nerfbars / mudflaps / swaybar, lost control with stickers


Tires first. MB72's and Falken Rocky Mountains. So far I'm pleased with them.



Added the aux in for the Fosgate radio;



^^ so that I could have hardwired audio, power, and GPS for the copilot’s laptop.



Copilot also needs a CB (works fine when solo too)

(mount for the laptop needs to be tightened, is causing glove to be open a bit here….)

Redid the headliner with gray thermal;





Cats like it too



Beer Holder Mod on either side;




Front isn’t done yet… but I cut the bumper a bit for both looks and clearance. Headlight surrounds and midsection painted, but not the bumper yet.



Next to a stocker;


Just shots






Bedlined everywhere plastic used to be. Gobi rack and ladder. PML.... forgetting lots.....Put in new shocks recently. Want to fix the front end (thinking about a winch, just not sure I’d use it…). Have some “night light” LED’s to wire into the rear hatch with an always-on switch. I’m sure I’m forgetting a lot, but its an ongoing thread.
Hope you enjoy. ]]> ImageOmega http://www.clubxterra.org/forums/showthread.php?t=37139 2005 Xterra SE vs. Newer Pathfinder http://www.clubxterra.org/forums/showthread.php?t=37138&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 22:33:32 GMT Hi All,

I've got a 2005 Xterra SE that I use as my "toy hauler." I absolutely LOVE the vehicle as it has character and hasn't given me any problems. I've had it since 2009 and now have about 105,000 miles on it. At the 100k service, I had the shop replace the radiator as a precaution (I realize the chance of it going bad was low, but I didn't want to risk a new transmission).

Anyway, I wish it was just a TAD longer so I could fit more stuff in it, including myself. I'm 5'11" and usually sleep in the back (diagonally), and so I'm considering selling it and moving into a 2009ish Pathfinder.

Things I really like about the Xterra:
-Rockford Fosgate stereo w/sub. One of the better OEM stereos I've had in vehicles
-Ruggedness
-MPG/engine (get about 22 on the hwy, which for a truck seems pretty good)
-Towing is a breeze

My questions:

1. Do the rear seats fold completely flat in the Pathfinder?
2. Is there more cargo space where I could sleep back there without feeling quite as cramped?
3. Is the stereo as good?

I don't need the off-road potential the Xterra has to offer, but I do need 4wd. Is there much to gain by moving into a Pathfinder?

Thanks. ]]> General Discussions BlindGoldfish http://www.clubxterra.org/forums/showthread.php?t=37138 Shock absorbers failed inspection http://www.clubxterra.org/forums/showthread.php?t=37137&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 21:59:51 GMT I was just told that the shocks on our 2011 Xterra will not pass inspection --- seems very odd at just 15k miles. No hard driving --- never been off-road. I was just told that the shocks on our 2011 Xterra will not pass inspection --- seems very odd at just 15k miles. No hard driving --- never been off-road. ]]> Repair Questions timandjoan http://www.clubxterra.org/forums/showthread.php?t=37137 ARB Locker, Front or Rear? http://www.clubxterra.org/forums/showthread.php?t=37136&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 21:29:53 GMT I'm looking at installing an ARB in my 2001, and I only have engough for 1 locker... What would make more sense, installing it in the front or rear? ]]> Offroad Drivetrain freeskier719 http://www.clubxterra.org/forums/showthread.php?t=37136 WTB-Sliders for 1st Gen X for BL http://www.clubxterra.org/forums/showthread.php?t=37135&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 19:20:22 GMT I know it's a long shot, but figured I would post it up just in case someone is looking to unload/part out theirs in the future. ]]> WTB/WTT Section Coxterra http://www.clubxterra.org/forums/showthread.php?t=37135 Should I wait for 3rd Gen X? http://www.clubxterra.org/forums/showthread.php?t=37134&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 17:18:18 GMT Hi everyone,

I've wanted an Xterra for a few years now, and since my Civic just died, now is the time. My sister has a 2010 X and she loves it, but she warned me about the gas mileage. I got 25-30 mpg with the Civic, so I know the X will be a shock.

I've been waiting for a 3rd Gen X in the hopes that they will improve the mpg. Does anyone have info? Would it have significantly better mpg than the 2nd gen?

There are some good deals right now at Nissan (low APR and cash back), and I had to ride the bus yesterday across from some lady yelling at herself. I'm close to pulling the trigger on a 2012 X, unless anyone thinks that I should wait for 3rd gen.

Thanks,
pacific3 ]]> General Discussions pacific3 http://www.clubxterra.org/forums/showthread.php?t=37134 Just in from Denver http://www.clubxterra.org/forums/showthread.php?t=37133&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 16:57:05 GMT Hello, all! I have been thinking about getting an XTerra and am touring this forum for more info; lots to sift through which is always good. Looking for something that will be a daily driver and is roomy for the family, outdoor projects, can haul light-duty trailers, but also off-road capable... Hello, all!

I have been thinking about getting an XTerra and am touring this forum for more info; lots to sift through which is always good. Looking for something that will be a daily driver and is roomy for the family, outdoor projects, can haul light-duty trailers, but also off-road capable for those trips to the hills. I've seen a couple of mildly built XTerras and they looked pretty good, no idea why this platform has slipped by me :icon_question: Nothing against Jeep, had a couple Wranglers in the past and although I like the old Cherokee's, not really my style right now.. My dream is an old FJ40 to fit my needs, but realistically, that's just not going to happen because it would be a long-term project.

So, here I am; I appreciate any advice and links offered up!

Jake ]]> New Member Introductions jakel http://www.clubxterra.org/forums/showthread.php?t=37133