John Boy Posted June 2, 2006 Share Posted June 2, 2006 The problem with trying to guess what kind of life span you might get with a 05 Pathfinder is there aren't to many 05 Pathfinders out there that have 200,000 on it to judge by. This is a good poll that might help........http://npora.ipbhost.com//index.php?&act=ST&f=6&t=1987&mode=show&st= So by looking at this poll it's safe to say a 90-95 has a good chance of reaching 200,000 miles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tecciball Posted June 2, 2006 Share Posted June 2, 2006 GrimGreg - I think that was the funniest post I have read on this forum to date. I have not done much off-roading since my college days (95 Trooper), but I can agree that your explanation is quite accurate. Lawyercalhoun - I would go with the new Pathy for sure. The pricing is better than than 4Runner, and I personally also prefer the look inside and out! I will most likely buy the 2005 body style when my kids are older and I can make use of the 3rd row seats. I have an 01 (first year for the VQ) and love it. But this is an enthusiest board, so everyone here is a Pathy fan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrimGreg Posted June 2, 2006 Share Posted June 2, 2006 Of the 05+ models available from Nissan, I would have to say the Frontier would get my vote. Just get the crewcab, and a topper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Pathfindero Posted June 2, 2006 Share Posted June 2, 2006 arent we all a little biased on his decision to buy a passport or pathfinder?? seriously tho....some of the early passsports (the bodystyle that looks WD21ish) trucked along with a dana 60 rear axle....but those ones were made by isuzu -thnkboutit- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLApathy Posted June 2, 2006 Share Posted June 2, 2006 seriously tho....some of the early passsports (the bodystyle that looks WD21ish) trucked along with a dana 60 rear axle....but those ones were made by isuzu -thnkboutit- they came with D44's, H233b axles are stronger, also honda made the passport and isuzi made the rodeo, same difference, they both had leaf'd rears while our trucks have 4/5 link'd rears Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrimGreg Posted June 2, 2006 Share Posted June 2, 2006 Not all of them were rear leaf, I have seen linked rear Rodeos out there (stock). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vengeful Posted June 2, 2006 Share Posted June 2, 2006 Actually, Justin, Honda purchased the rights to sell the Rodeo under the Honda name as the Passport, and Isuzu built them 100% except for the labeling. They had a 3.2L V6, Dana44 rear axle. The earlier ones (the ones that look more similar to a WD21) had leaf sprung rear ends, and the newer ones have a 4-link coil setup. ALL Pathfinders have a 5-link setup - unless it has been altered. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLApathy Posted June 2, 2006 Share Posted June 2, 2006 (edited) same difference Actually, Justin, Honda purchased the rights to sell the Rodeo under the Honda name as the Passport, and Isuzu built them 100% except for the labeling. The earlier ones (the ones that look more similar to a WD21) had leaf sprung rear ends, and the newer ones have a 4-link coil setup. they both had leaf'd rears while our trucks have 4/5 link'd rears ookkk.... (dont mind me just being a dikdik) Edited June 2, 2006 by FLApathy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wheelmanLS1 Posted June 3, 2006 Share Posted June 3, 2006 Isuzu did the entire Passport, and that's why the Passport was never reliable like the Honda badge implied it would be. The Passport was Honda's biggest mistake to date. That and the Acura SLX which is based on the Isuzi Trooper. And off-roading isn't always like sex; it really depends because there are people out there who simply don't get as excited about bumping up and down on rocks like you guys. Me, for example; I've been here and there and take it easy every time. And there are decent trails within 5 miles of me. If there was decent sex within 5 miles of me I know I'd be hitting that and not the trail. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLApathy Posted June 3, 2006 Share Posted June 3, 2006 And off-roading isn't always like sex; it really depends because there are people out there who simply don't get as excited about bumping up and down on rocks like you guys. Me, for example; I've been here and there and take it easy every time. And there are decent trails within 5 miles of me. If there was decent sex within 5 miles of me I know I'd be hitting that and not the trail. Ryan ment that for ppl who know what wheelin is... its only good when ur know what ur doing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
~Ben~ Posted June 3, 2006 Share Posted June 3, 2006 TBH, I'd probably take Sex over wheeling. What's best is having sex while wheeling Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Pathfindero Posted June 3, 2006 Share Posted June 3, 2006 Actually, Justin, Honda purchased the rights to sell the Rodeo under the Honda name as the Passport, and Isuzu built them 100% except for the labeling. and I thought it was a D60.....my bad What's best is having sex while wheeling hit the nail right on the head there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Pickles Posted June 3, 2006 Share Posted June 3, 2006 arent we all a little biased on his decision to buy a passport or pathfinder?? I do believe the guy said he was considering a Pilot, not a Passport. Big difference. And off-roading isn't always like sex; it really depends because there are people out there who simply don't get as excited about bumping up and down on rocks like you guys. Me, for example; I've been here and there and take it easy every time. And there are decent trails within 5 miles of me. If there was decent sex within 5 miles of me I know I'd be hitting that and not the trail. LOL Sounds like the guy when you were kids who always claimed to get the action, but probably never made it to first base. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Pickles Posted June 3, 2006 Share Posted June 3, 2006 Bye the way, I'm a previous owner of a 255k mile '85 720, currently have a 152K WD21, grandma just sold her roughly 200K Maxima, father-in-law has an '03 Pathy with roughly 60K, etc. Honda is usually great at cars (the Ms. had an 83 Accord when we met with 250K miles) and we currently have a 97 Acura CL 2.2 with 102K miles that is awesome. But I had a 91 Prelude SI that was an absolute bomb, to the tune of being on its 3rd engine with tons of massive work by 140K miles, and bills so thick they required their own file. So far, I'm counting that one as a fluke, but its definately in the back of my mind as extremely expensive tarnish on the Honda mystique. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wheelmanLS1 Posted June 3, 2006 Share Posted June 3, 2006 What's best is having sex while wheeling Haha. Reminds me of Gone In 60 Seconds... well how about having sex while boosting cars? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Pathfindero Posted June 4, 2006 Share Posted June 4, 2006 I do believe the guy said he was considering a Pilot, not a Passport. Big difference. WOW!! all this time I read every post as a passport....dont I feel retarded? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest lawyercalhoun Posted June 5, 2006 Share Posted June 5, 2006 Ok, yes I am looking at the Pilot and a Pathfinder (not a Passport--not interested in a rebadged Isuzu). As far as the why I would ask a bunch of Pathfinder superfans which I should buy: 1. Who takes care of their vehicle better than someone who loves it to death -----see the comments by those equating wheeling in a Pathfinder to sex---- 2. If you guys don't know what breaks, what lasts, what works, and what doesn't on a Pathfinder then no one else will ----I know this because when we were shopping for my wife's Accord we both knew more than the salesmen---- 3. I figure also as part of my research into what car would be the best option for me I would also be posing the same question to a few Honda-philes (especially those who have purchased a Pilot) if I can find a similar message board. anyway you guys' responses have been excellent and very helpful to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
k9sar Posted June 5, 2006 Share Posted June 5, 2006 Ok, yes I am looking at the Pilot and a Pathfinder (not a Passport--not interested in a rebadged Isuzu). As far as the why I would ask a bunch of Pathfinder superfans which I should buy:1. Who takes care of their vehicle better than someone who loves it to death -----see the comments by those equating wheeling in a Pathfinder to sex---- 2. If you guys don't know what breaks, what lasts, what works, and what doesn't on a Pathfinder then no one else will ----I know this because when we were shopping for my wife's Accord we both knew more than the salesmen---- 3. I figure also as part of my research into what car would be the best option for me I would also be posing the same question to a few Honda-philes (especially those who have purchased a Pilot) if I can find a similar message board. anyway you guys' responses have been excellent and very helpful to me. If you choose the pathy, you'll find plenty of good info here on the forums. If you choose the otehr... don't let the door hit you in the ass on the way out. :D just kidding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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