[My new 2001 LE 4x4]

I see that krypton makes a 4". Haven't looked around but I would only want a 2" SFD to correct the spacer lift. I vaguely remember folks talking of one on a different thread.

[My new 2001 LE 4x4]

Thanks DjDesi. Love your pictures from the sand dunes. Looks like you had a good time!

[My new 2001 LE 4x4]

the Bilsteins should be ok, they are longer than stock to accommodate the lift. Hoping to get it together in the next 2 weeks or so. Eager to hit some trails and test run a trip with the trailer. We're headed to Washington in August so it has to be road ready w a few trips under the belt.

[Random picture of your R50]

Are you ok? No injuries? The trucks can be fixed. Good to see it's almost back on the road. Buying a bumper or making one?

[My new 2001 LE 4x4]

Last items finally came in! Took a little longer than I wanted but the savings was worth it. Now I just have to find the time to install everything

 

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[My new 2001 LE 4x4]

No, not against the SFD. Its just next on the priority list. For now I'm waiting on the last bit of parts to arrive to install the spacer lift, KYB's, Bilsteins and Warn hubs. Then later this summer I'll do the drop, before we head to Washington. Found the Bilsteins and KYB's super cheap online, but they came from different locations and the KYB's are last to arrive. Crossing my fingers for Monday!

[My new 2001 LE 4x4]

Bigger meats which I already have from my older 720 4x4...and a lift thanks to Fleurys. Just got here today. Tempted to install tonight as i just got home from work but I might make myself wait until the weekend. We'll see how that goes

 

[My new 2001 LE 4x4]

Thanks, Rebelord! I was pretty happy with the rack find but definitely wanted something more low profile. Stoic's solution is perfect. Once again the information here has come though. I really appreciate everyone sharing things like this and hope to do the same in the future.

[My new 2001 LE 4x4]

Thanks everyone!

Found a roof rack today on craigslist and couldn't pass it up. Never used and still in its packaging for $40! Do the Northern California folks ever meet up for camping/trail runs? South Cow mountain looks interesting. I ordered Tony Huegels coastal and desert edition trail guides for future runs. I really enjoyed the few trails I ran and plan on attempting a few more before summers end. On a side note- my pack loves the spacious interior in the Pathfinder. If you cant tell Im a bit of a dog lover. A man, his truck, his best friend(s) and the open country....bliss

[My new 2001 LE 4x4]

Thanks for the warm welcome!

I found Tony Huegels series of books on California trails and roads, using his Sierra's edition to find my way to Sadleback mountain, Poker Flat and the Sierra Buttes.

I was a little worried once down into the canyon creek area as it started pouring, the trail down was no longer a way out due to mud run-off and the place was full of active mining claims that have access roads easily mistaken for forest routes. Got lost a few times

 

The Poker flat trail had two creek crossings and a steep, rocky climb out but the Pathfinder conquered them easily. I had almost come to terms with a sense that I probably had bitten off more than the stock R50 could chew. Nothing but heavily modified jeeps and trucks rolling around these parts with jaws dropping at the sight of us coming out of these trails unscathed and grinning ear to ear.

[My new 2001 LE 4x4]

Hi all-

Ive been following this forum for some time now, researching and learning from you all in anticipation of buying a 3.5 R50. After finding one and making the maiden 4x4 camping trip I can say Im totally impressed with this rigs capability, power and performance.

This past holiday weekend I took it through the Sierra mountains on a few trails and forest roads and tested its stock form thoroughly. Very pleased. Made it through some rough trails, in pouring rain and hail, and never let me down. I plan on upgrading a few items, mainly a lift with suspension levelers for towing, tires, lighting and underbody armor. I really appreciate all the information on this forum and look forward to participating in the future. Cheers

 

Some pics from this past trip and the trailer I'll be pulling around

 

 

 

End of trail day 1...so ridiculous i couldn't help it. Rainbow over the campsite and truck during thunder storms

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tried on an old set of tires from my other nissan pickup. 15x12 with plenty of backspacing. Looks good with a little elevation....

 

 

 

The new toy hauler. Not going to haul any toys but converting it into a "tiny house"