amb4081 Posted November 2, 2005 Share Posted November 2, 2005 I just bought an 01 LE 4x4 Pathfinder to replace my old 90 XE 4x4. So far, I love it. I want to put a brushguard on the front. I know quality will vary depending on price range. There are some for under $200 on ebay that are strictly for astetics and have no function. Then there are those such as Waag which are high dollar, but they back up the $$$ with ruggedness. Is there a brushguard out there that isn't going to break the bank, but at the same time will not literally break if it comes in contact with something? I'm not going to be doing anything offroad but may encounter a deer or two during normal driving. I want something take can hand out punishment without being punished itself. How do Waag, Manik, Hunter all compare? I saw a Hunter on ebay for under $300 shipping incl. I am leary of that though since the headlight guards are left to be bolted on by customer. I'd think a fully welded 1 piece brushguard would stand up much better than something that needs to be assembled. Thanks in advance. Aaron Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Filthy Luker Posted November 2, 2005 Share Posted November 2, 2005 Is there a brushguard out there that isn't going to break the bank, but at the same time will not literally break if it comes in contact with something? No. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amb4081 Posted November 2, 2005 Author Share Posted November 2, 2005 How does AC's brushguard compare with Manik and Waag? The latter two I've seen in the upper $400-lower $500 area. AC's is a little less than $400. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trainman Posted November 2, 2005 Share Posted November 2, 2005 I have heard a lot of negatives about “brush” guards, especially the cheaper ones. As they bolt down and under the bumper, they tend to pivot back very easily, causing more damage than might have occurred without it. What you might really need is a proper bumper/guard combination if you are concerned about hitting deer at speed. Whatever you buy, make sure it is very sturdy and well built. Take a look at what the use in Australia, the Roo Bars. They do make a good place to mount things like winches and lights. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amb4081 Posted November 2, 2005 Author Share Posted November 2, 2005 Maybe something like a "bull bar" then? Provides protection while maintaining low center of gravity to for extra strength. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pezzy Posted November 2, 2005 Share Posted November 2, 2005 A brush guard isnt going to help you much against a deer. This, however will: but it aint cheap: linky Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QuismO Posted November 2, 2005 Share Posted November 2, 2005 wow....that's a mighty sexy bull bar! if i had the $, i'd buy her! =P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NastyPathy Posted November 3, 2005 Share Posted November 3, 2005 My brushguard saved my truck from being totaled. Hit a guard rail on the highway when my back tires lost traction in the snow and was sliding againest it for like 100 yards. My brushguard was junk but it saved my truck so i got the same one again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amb4081 Posted November 3, 2005 Author Share Posted November 3, 2005 Is that the Nissan brushguard NastyPathy? What brand is it? Price? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrGame Posted November 6, 2005 Share Posted November 6, 2005 Is that the Nissan brushguard NastyPathy? What brand is it? Price? yes that's the nissan brushguard, you can get it at www.courtesyparts.com for about $400 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amb4081 Posted November 10, 2005 Author Share Posted November 10, 2005 How close does the brushguard sit from the hood at the top? I ask because I have a bug shield on my Pathy and want to make sure there wouldn't be interference between the two. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Posted November 11, 2005 Share Posted November 11, 2005 Don't know exactly how far it is, but it looks like NastyPathy has a bug deflector on his hood, so it must fit pretty well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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