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Hello fellow path finders owners I am looking for some help I lowered the sub frame just gunna drill out the subframe drop spacers I made . Did any of you guys make a spacer for the engine mounts i am just not to sure if any one did or not thanks
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First Nissan Build Advice.
Hello NPORA,
I'll admit I have been stocking this forum from the shadows of the internet and decided today was the day to join. I also understand that my questions have most likely been asked and answered at least a dozen times so don't hesitate to point me to an existing thread. About a year ago I picked up my first 4x4, an 02 SE, automatic with 117k on it at the time of purchase. I've offroaded a few times in my uncle's 3rd gen 4runner and '85 Landcruiser but have not had the opportunity to have a rig of my own until now.
First Impressions:
On the highway, the Pathfinder is a rocket ship compared to the 4runners. Even while driving at elevation the Pathfinder still out performed the 4runner climbing mountain roads. I'm 'whipped for the VQ35de. Harsh winters are common here in Nebraska and the Pathfinder handled the snow/ice this year without a hiccup. With harsh winters comes the salt on the roads. The amount of rust on the undercarriage is not terrible given the vehicle has been in the southeastern part of Nebraska its entire life. However, the plastic fender flares are packed with dirt and also trapped a lot of moisture causing some rust on the body around the wheel wells. Poor design, IMO. (see attached photo) Overall, I'm highly satisfied with my purchase and can't wait to get started on making it my own overlander.
Question 1:
Has anyone here ever coated the bottom half of the body with bed liner? How did it turn out? Do you regret the decision? I plan on removing the flares, cutting out the rust and trimming the well up to fit 31's and coating the bottom 1/4 or so of the body with bedliner to prevent further rusting.
Question 2:
Has anyone here ever installed an air locker or e locker for either of their diffs? Which brand/model did you go with and why? Have you experienced any problems with the vehicle since installing the locker?
Thanks for taking the time to read and respond. Send me your thoughts and suggestions. Thanks!
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Echoing Slartbarfast's suggestion to start a thread if you haven't already...it's the best way to get some visibility.
Regarding traction devices, I've run open/open (front/rear), lunchbox/re-packed LSD, and am currently air/air locked. I've also done a fair amount of research on available e-lockers. Any one of those devices by itself is a great improvement over an open/open setup. I do enjoy the selectability of the air lockers, and have not encountered any adverse effects, but I personally hate doing pneumatic work now because of them (and they also require as much electrical work as e-lockers). Given the chance to do it again, I'd probably go the e-locker route...cost-wise, it pretty much nets out, but the advantage of an air setup is that it often adds tire-inflation capabilities depending on the chosen compressor.
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So me & Patrick (hawairish) are heading out to Joshua Tree this coming weekend for some abandoned mine exploring & camping. Photos to follow.
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So me & Patrick (hawairish) are heading out to Joshua Tree this coming weekend for some abandoned mine exploring & camping. Photos to follow.
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What the HELL is that whirrin' sound?
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Ordered a 2" body lift. My local supply house doesn't have M12 x 150mm bolts in the extra fine 1.25 thread. Where did everyone else get theirs?
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