Pezzy

When I joined the r50 section was pretty much a ghost town too. In time you will probably find more R51 will join and contribute more often./

The only input I have on the subject is price. I understand there is a decent price increase between tires for 16" & 17" wheels.

I believe the pathfinder will suit your needs well.... you're not the only one who has started looking at the 4runners, to end up looking at the pathy, simply because of budget. The R50 pathfinder (96-2004) should be capable in stock form to get you through some minor offroad areas. If you end up looking into modifications, tires will get you far... from there it depends on whether you need the extra height of a lift, or protection (skidplates, sliders) - to drag your low rider over rocks offroad! My pathy is a pig these days, but I did get close to what they advertise (16mpg hwy/18mpg city) when it was unmodified, and a few years younger. You can definitely maintain the pathy yourself, many members here do so, and are willing to help if you run into issues. There is also a number of 'how to' threads to help you out. You will notice some differences between the different years of the R50 pathfinder. Looks wise the 96-99 is what you are looking at, they updated the grille, hood, hatch & bumpers in 99.5. The 96-00 (someone correct me if I am wrong) has the 3.3 VG engine, and in 01 they changed over the 3.5 VQ engine. I understand the 3.5 has more power, but both are very reliable. Somewhere around that time they also introduced ALL MODE in addition to 2 hi, 4 hi & 4 low. (Again, someone correct me if I am wrong.) If you are looking at one with the 3.3, make sure to ask about when the timing belt was done, as they do need to be serviced regularly. Good look with your search!

My pathy is freezing to the driveway today. **moved topic to garage, so everyone can play**

Eleventy billion miles sounds good to me.

This is the same thing I did with mine.

I could be wrong, but I think it is the Titan. http://www.titanwinches.com/index.php?act=viewCat&catId=8 (Canadian seller!!)

I have done this mod. In the past I just unbolted the seats bottoms for the summer (camping season) and took them out. It is easier to remove than the bolts, but I have had some issues lining everything back up to install the hinges. Not difficult, just a PITA sometimes. I don't have any pics, but I can take some for you. Simon and I sleep in the back of the truck during spring and fall runs without issue. He is almost 6' tall, I dont think he can sleep with his legs straight, but I dont think he typically does. We used to throw an air mattress back there, but I now use two self inflating mattresses - which work better for us. They dont lose air overnight, and are warmer than sleeping on a giant pillow full of cold air.

So many helpful people...

AC = Automotive Customizers = 4x4parts.com https://www.4x4parts.com/nissan/pathfinder-19962004-pathfinder-c-435_437_341_8.html

http://npora.ipbhost.com/index.php?showforum=67 There are two pinned topics there that should help you. Welcome to NPORA!

LMAO!! I wasn't a fan of their site either.

I do agree, the writing (THIS IS NOT SPAM!!!) made me wonder. The worst that could happen... I know nige brought of the concern (on our Canadian board) of someone using the vids to use AGAINST the offroading community. And unless you have your tinfoil hat on, you might be concerned that the vids could be used against your insurance, or warranty (which, is not really an issue for most of us). I really don't see this being the case.

If I told you, I would be a terrible stalker.