TNWade

That is one pretty machine... Nice work.

Pics or it didn't happen!!

@Rick13, I'll definitely let you know when I get back out west. I'm still interested in doing the whole Kokopelli trail like you and some of the Co4Lo guys ran. (When I was out there ~2 yrs ago it was too hot to run solo...I'm a risk taker, but not stupid.) I still think we need a group to head out for the GoneMoab one of these years.

Ok Rick13, you and your rig just went from 'love' to 'hate' (In the "I'm jealous and hatin'" sense). I loved COpathy's rig with the sahara bumper!! It gives our rides that extra thing... I love how the truck is totally competent, stout looking, and can still get you to and from work. Absolutely gorgeous rig friend!!! What happened to the rest of COPathy's mods & parts? bad accident?

Awesome job!! Not only on the paint and body, but the fact that you took her out just days later. Gotta get some tint on those windows though...keep the dark theme going. Kudos!!

Taking a cue from theexbrit, I think you have to position the bracket with the single bolt hole for the plate, and use the double bolt holes for the two bolts in the left corner (as in your pic). It'll require removing/replacing the existing, but that would seem to fit and be in line with the holes in the bracket. I tried to edit your pic to show what I'm thinking. (Maybe??)

Very nice Capt.! I've got the same color and model (04 SE) so your choices give me a lot to look at. I'd vote fenders on, just because I like the subtle look, and love it when I catch guys doing doble takes or straining their neck once they realize that she's lifted and well suited for trails. I too would love to see a pic of the CVs. I've been debating SFD (which is committing the rig to a whole new world) or just gaining another 1" with fleury's front and rear spacers. But I anticipate that wreaking havoc on my CVs. As it goes, I'm probably going to have to buy a new strut as my driver side is just all out of sorts. It's always fun to watch these threads blow up when one guy's mods sit perfect and the rest of us are scrambling to keep up. Nicely done all around!

She looks real good! I've got the same color & body style, only an '04. So seeing yours is a nice reflection. Now post some with those 33" BFG's!!

I think we need a good showing of Pathys to remind the Xterra boys where their roots are from...

Have any of you ever gone or thought about meeting up at the Gathering Of Nissan Enthusiasts Moab event? (http://www.gonemoab.com/)? I drove cross country last year to take my Pathy to some of those beautiful runs in CO, UT, NV and got there the last day of this event. As you could expect, it was mostly Xterras, Frontys, and a few WD21s. I don't recall any R50/51's. It might be fun for us all to get together out there and have a strong NPORA showing... Besides the fun of running trails and slick rock, comparing rigs, and discussing mods, it would be a blast to actually get to see a lot of your rides up close n personal. (Side benefit might be getting permission from the wives to make additional mods in the year to come.) Just throwing the idea out....

Thanks for sharing the Broken Arrow vid. My wife and I were in Sedona ~6 years ago and took the Pink Jeep tour (that shows up at the first 5 seconds of video). It was in that same spot that I remember the guide going around and around a few times making everyone uncomfortable with the steep descent angle. I was loving it and cracking up! My wife kept grabbing my arm just like she does now in the Pathy. Great job seeraedave!!

I love these bumpers... solid, and just make the front end of the R50 Pathy. I wasn't planning on making that mod, but might have to sell some stuff to make up for that cash. If it sells, let us know. If its available in the future I'd just call myself lucky.

I can't remember precisely from the bill of lading, but I'd guess the super sliders were around 55-60 lbs. And with the extra tube steel being most of that, I could only completely guess that the regular sliders would be less than half...so maybe ~25-30 lbs each.

The overall design hasn't changed from what I've seen (comparing my sliders to the ones in this thread). I put these sliders on a few months ago. Haven't had any problems. They went on pretty easily, made the trip to Moab (and other) and back. Here's a link to my blog post about the installation etc. (http://wademcnair.wordpress.com/2012/10/11/installing-rocky-road-super-sliders-on-your-nissan-pathfinder-r50/) It's about time I made a contribution to those who've helped me make mods.

Does anyone have a pic of the 03/04 rims in black? I've been debating painting mine (until I get the rims I want w/ better backspacing) and am wondering if its worth the time and effort. I'd love to see a finished product....

Sometimes things happen just to make you upgrade. Think about how nice she'll ride once you get her back. I'll echo @AzZo: you walked away and no one's hurt. That's a good day by comparison....

Really nice job. This gives me some food for thought too. I have the AC 2" lift that I put on in Jan. Since, I had to replace passenger side CV, and as of today, I think I'll have to fix the driver side too. I've been thinking that the tire/strut issue is stressing the CV's, so I've been trying to figure out the best approach: wheels w/ less backspace, wheel spacers, manual hubs or combination. Part of me likes the 'stealthiness' of stock wheels... people don't take it as a competent off road vehicle, but some "black steelies" could give her a more aggressive look. (BTW, I *LOVE* the Duratracs. I should have gotten those had I given it a month's more thought.) I have the same '04 SE and don't see a lot of those in the forum, so your solution is a great one for me too. Did you put spacers both front & rear? And, did you ever have issues with the CV's prior to the mod? Again, nicely done!!

Question: So will a SFD *reduce* the CV angle or *keep* it? I notice a lot of guys on the forum running the AC 2" and the Krypton 4" SFD...which is where I'm headed. But only if its going to keep or reduce the CV angle. I don't want to take on the challenge if its really going to mess it up in there, but my desire to run 33's is taking on epic proportions!!!