Username: BOYD "flyfish3837" SCHLENKER
UPDATED: 2012/06/05
Make: Nissan
Year: 2005
Model: Xterra
Trim: S 4x4 6MT
Color: Super Black
BUILDNAME: P90X 6.25 TS 4.56 (cause that P90X sh!t is tuff, 6" Lift, 2.5" Coilovers, Titan Swap, 4.56 Gearing.)
AS IT SITS TODAY
Parts/Mod rating: (based solely on my personal opinion. based on performance, value, etc.)
* thru * stars.
Vendor rating: (based solely on my personal dealings. knowledge, delivery time, etc.)
* thru * stars.
MODS
ENGINE:
• Airflow snorkel * with Safari snorkel head (Toyota Tacoma head). (expeditioneers and national4wd.com **)
• VOLANT cold air intake with DONALDSON Powercore filter .
• Poweraid throttle body spacer . (4x4parts.com ***)
• XTP IMS (Intake Manifold Spacer) . (XTP **)
• DOUG THORLEY long tube headers **. (prerunnerparts.com *).
nissan exhaust gaskets QTY. 4 #20692-65J00, nissan exhaust manifold gaskets QTY. 2 #???, To do: install spark plug non-foulers in secondary cats.
• GIBSON catback exhaust **. removed gibson muffler.
• Dynomax VT muffler #17956 *. (Calgary Muffler *)
• CENTER FORCE DUAL FRICTION CLUTCH *. (4x4parts.com ), JWT FLYWHEEL *.
• BULLY DOG GT, scan gauge/tuner (40410) *.
• Champion double platinum spark plugs ***. (2012/01/04)
• Power steering cooler upgrade: Napa rapid-cool transmission cooler #1-7508, Magna Pure inline filter #20-0038F. How-to: Power Steering Cooler Replacement - PBR
SUSPENSION:
• 5” CALMINI drop bracket lift ***.
• Radflo 2.5" extended length coilovers for 5" calmini lift, 700lb eibach springs . (prgproducts.com ***)
• PRG titan upper control arms *. (prgproducts.com)
• titan lower control arms, sway bar brackets removed.
• Calmini leaf spring pack, re-arched and leaf added. (standen's springs calgary)
• PRG adjustable shackles. (ordered)
• Bilstein 5125 rear shocks ****. (national4wd.com)
• Airlift air bags ****. (4x4parts.com)
• u-bolt flip mod, titan 2wd u-bolt plates, PRG u-bolt billet blocks (ordered).
DRIVETRAIN:
• front diff: titan m205, 4.56 ratio *. 4.56 gears require the 29 spline, 4 bolt companion flange (Nissan part# 38210-85110 flange assy-comp). 1.6 litres 80W-90 GL-5 synthetic gear oil.
• Cardone select titan half axles *. (cardone.com)
• Moog steering: titan inner and outer tie-rods . (rockauto.com ***)
• custom rear aluminum driveshaft, 2 u-joints (no more cv) . (Commercial Driveline, calgary )
• rear diff: M226, 4.56 ratio *. The 4.56 gears require a 24 spline 4 bolt companion flange (nissan part#38210-8S10A)
• ARB M226 (rear) air locker . (national4wd.com )
• 2" rear wheel adapters . (ezaccesory.com )
• REAR PML ALUMINUM M226 DIFF COVER, 2.75 Litres capacity (adds .75 quarts over stock) , MAG HY-TEC DIFF GASKET. * (4x4parts.com)
• rear diff breather extension mod with K&N filter *.
• StopTech slotted brake rotors *.
• STILLEN METAL MATRIX BRAKE PADS *.
• PRG extended front brake lines *. (prgproducts.com)
• PRG short throw shifter *. (prgproducts.com)
EXTERIOR/ARMOR:
• SHROCKWORKS FRONT BUMPER *, shackle anti-slap mod.
• RAMSEY 8000# patriat WINCH, synthetic winch rope, aluminum shrockworks hawse, CORDLESS WINCH REMOTE *.
• SHROCKWORKS ROCK SLIDERS *.
• SHROCKWORKS REAR BUMPER WITH HI-LIFT JACK AND SPARE TIRE *.
• SHROCKWORKS TRANSFER CASE SKID *.
• CALMINI ENGINE/OIL PAN SKID *.
• custom radiator skid from shrockworks bumper to calmini engine skid (front crossmember). to design and build.
• Nissan fuel tank skid plate (doubled up) thanks xterra_brit.
• HANNIBAL SAFARI roof rack *.
• HANNIBAL SAFARI jerry can holders x 2 . Septor jerry cans, 4 X fuel, and 2 X water cans .
• HANNIBAL camp table and mount under roof rack *.
• NISSAN ROOF SNOWBOARD BOX ****.
• NISSAN HOOD DEFLECTOR ***.
• AVS IN CHANNEL WINDOW VENT VISORS *. (4x4parts.com)
• blindspot mirror mod *. little adjustable round mirrors.
• Bell deer whistles.
- TO DO: install long john mud flaps for winter, exo-skeleton front fender pipe guards, pipe rear fenders and side ladder, BUILD 20 LB. PROPANE TANK HOLDER FOR ROOF RACK, .
TIRES / WHEELS:
• WINTER TIRES: 315/75R16 (35”X12.5”x16R) Goodyear Duratracs *, (National 4wd).
• WINTER WHEELS: 16" x 8" Fuel Boost wheels, stealthed ***, 5.25" backspacing (3/8" spacer to clear front brake caliper, and ET lug nuts required) (National 4wd). [/color][/color]
• SUMMER TIRES: 315X70R17 (35”X12.5”x17R) MICKEY THOMPSON BAJA MTZ TIRES *.
• SUMMER WHEELS: 17” X 8.5" FUEL HOSTAGE WHEELS *, 5.25" backspacing, (National 4wd)
• automatic tire deflators (ordered), no-loss valve stem caps (ordered).
STEREO:
• JVC STEREO, SIRRIUS SATELLITE DIRECT HOOK UP, BLUE TOOTH . (visions.ca )
• JL AMPS: JX 360X4 , and JX 500x1. (visions.ca and kfrizz )
• JL xterra stealth sub box *, JL TR tweeters. (kfrizz)
• JL 6" and 6"x9" door SPEAKERS . (visions.ca )
ELECTRICAL:
• OPTIMA D35 Yellow top battery *. (national4wd.com)
• oem rocker switch panel * (the one with the 4wd selector switch in it)
• OTRATTW rocker switches for: air compressor, air locker, driving lights, front roof rack lights x 2, and rear roof rack lights . (otrattw.com )
• oem fog light stalk *.
• clutch interlock bypass. How-to: Install Clutch Interlock Switch
LIGHTS:
• VISION X Evo 1220 l.e.d. light bar ****. (national4wd.com)
• VISION X l.e.d. roof lights x 4 (2 x 40 degrees , and 2 x 10 degrees ***). (national4wd.com)
• oem fog lights w/ Hella 65 watt yellow bulbs in shrockworks bumper **.
• VISION X solstice l.e.d. REAR ROOF RACK LIGHTS x 2 ***. (national4wd.com)
• headlight stealthing *. How-to: 2009 Headlight Mod - PBR
• raptor l.e.d. light mod. (superbrightleds.com)
• LED tail/brake lights, side marker lights, and reverse lights.
ON BOARD AIR SYSTEM (OBA): run air locker, air bags, and fill tires.
• ARB COMPRESSOR ***. (national4wd.com)
• FIRESTONE 5 gallon air tank *. (national4wd.com), quick disconnect, air hose.
• air regulator for inflating/deflating and setting air bag pressure *. (national4wd.com)
• Warn air guage/tire inflator/deflator.
INTERIOR:
• Blendmount for bullydog gt tuner *.
• Garmin gps on custom fabricated mount.
• Husky floor liners ***.
• CABELA'S FISHING ROD STORAGE RACK.
• LED interior map and dome lights. One-Stop LED Conversion and Install How-to Shop
• denim insulation above bluetooth mic.
RECOVERY GEAR:
• Hi-lift jack (offroad base, bumper lift, slider adapter, and lift-mate).
• ARB snatch strap, PA tow strap.
• 10' tree saver x2.
• snatch block.
• hitch receiver shackle.
• 50' synthetic winch line extension.
Recovery Gear:
- action packer
Tools:
- action packer
Survival Gear:
- action packer
Clearance and wheel travel specs:
13.75" ground clearance, to the bottom of the engine skid.
42" ground to front fenders (no body lift), 41.5"-43" ground to rear fender (0 psi - 100 psi in airbags)
10.75" total front wheel travel.
6" uptravel/compression at the front wheels (2.25" at the shock).
4.75" downtravel/droop at front wheels (1.75" at the shock).
Milage: 14.7 MPG, or 16L/100km.
Thread Closed: CANX - r180 front diff(s), Rear Diff Carrier, m205 Ring...
PHOTOS of the EVOLUTION:
NEARLY NEW!!! STOCK HEIGHT, WAITING FOR LIFT TO BE DESIGNED/FABBED, 285/75/16'S (33's), SHROCKED OUT, HANNIBALED, GIBSON CAT BACK EXHAUST, PIA LIGHTS, HANNIBAL ROOF RACK, AND VOLANT CAI.
AFTER CALMINI 5" LIFT.
THE CONTINUOUS PITA PROBLEM OF GEAR AND TOUNGUE WEIGHT ISSUES WHEN TOWING, SOLVED WITH HELLWIG HELPER SPRINGS (retired), now running AIRLIFT AIR HELPER SPRINGS.
(october 2011): radflo 2.5" coilovers, and prg uca's, before titan swap.
photo by boardin_an_biking
photo by boardin_an_biking
photo by boardin_an_biking
PARTS TO BUY:
1. shackle/hooks x 2 (princess auto).
2. hammer and dolly.
3. hilift mounting wingnuts x 3.
4. spare u-joints: 2 x Front (Spicer 529) - Spicer Life Series 5-785X (1310 Series U-joint)
Northern Drivetrain, LLC: Spicer 5-1310X,
2 x Rear - Spicer 539.
5. 1.5" pipe for front and rear fenders, and side ladder.
6. otrattw 3 position switch (off, light bar, light bar and roof lights), winch control and winch on/off switches, seat heater x 2, front locker, and inverter switches, switch blank plate.
7. Moog titan LCA greasable ball joints.
Maintainance / TO DO:
CONTINUED ON POST #5
UPDATED: 2012/06/05
Make: Nissan
Year: 2005
Model: Xterra
Trim: S 4x4 6MT
Color: Super Black
BUILDNAME: P90X 6.25 TS 4.56 (cause that P90X sh!t is tuff, 6" Lift, 2.5" Coilovers, Titan Swap, 4.56 Gearing.)
AS IT SITS TODAY
Parts/Mod rating: (based solely on my personal opinion. based on performance, value, etc.)
* thru * stars.
Vendor rating: (based solely on my personal dealings. knowledge, delivery time, etc.)
* thru * stars.
MODS
ENGINE:
• Airflow snorkel * with Safari snorkel head (Toyota Tacoma head). (expeditioneers and national4wd.com **)
• VOLANT cold air intake with DONALDSON Powercore filter .
• Poweraid throttle body spacer . (4x4parts.com ***)
• XTP IMS (Intake Manifold Spacer) . (XTP **)
• DOUG THORLEY long tube headers **. (prerunnerparts.com *).
nissan exhaust gaskets QTY. 4 #20692-65J00, nissan exhaust manifold gaskets QTY. 2 #???, To do: install spark plug non-foulers in secondary cats.
• GIBSON catback exhaust **. removed gibson muffler.
• Dynomax VT muffler #17956 *. (Calgary Muffler *)
• CENTER FORCE DUAL FRICTION CLUTCH *. (4x4parts.com ), JWT FLYWHEEL *.
• BULLY DOG GT, scan gauge/tuner (40410) *.
• Champion double platinum spark plugs ***. (2012/01/04)
• Power steering cooler upgrade: Napa rapid-cool transmission cooler #1-7508, Magna Pure inline filter #20-0038F. How-to: Power Steering Cooler Replacement - PBR
SUSPENSION:
• 5” CALMINI drop bracket lift ***.
• Radflo 2.5" extended length coilovers for 5" calmini lift, 700lb eibach springs . (prgproducts.com ***)
• PRG titan upper control arms *. (prgproducts.com)
• titan lower control arms, sway bar brackets removed.
• Calmini leaf spring pack, re-arched and leaf added. (standen's springs calgary)
• PRG adjustable shackles. (ordered)
• Bilstein 5125 rear shocks ****. (national4wd.com)
• Airlift air bags ****. (4x4parts.com)
• u-bolt flip mod, titan 2wd u-bolt plates, PRG u-bolt billet blocks (ordered).
DRIVETRAIN:
• front diff: titan m205, 4.56 ratio *. 4.56 gears require the 29 spline, 4 bolt companion flange (Nissan part# 38210-85110 flange assy-comp). 1.6 litres 80W-90 GL-5 synthetic gear oil.
• Cardone select titan half axles *. (cardone.com)
• Moog steering: titan inner and outer tie-rods . (rockauto.com ***)
• custom rear aluminum driveshaft, 2 u-joints (no more cv) . (Commercial Driveline, calgary )
• rear diff: M226, 4.56 ratio *. The 4.56 gears require a 24 spline 4 bolt companion flange (nissan part#38210-8S10A)
• ARB M226 (rear) air locker . (national4wd.com )
• 2" rear wheel adapters . (ezaccesory.com )
• REAR PML ALUMINUM M226 DIFF COVER, 2.75 Litres capacity (adds .75 quarts over stock) , MAG HY-TEC DIFF GASKET. * (4x4parts.com)
• rear diff breather extension mod with K&N filter *.
• StopTech slotted brake rotors *.
• STILLEN METAL MATRIX BRAKE PADS *.
• PRG extended front brake lines *. (prgproducts.com)
• PRG short throw shifter *. (prgproducts.com)
EXTERIOR/ARMOR:
• SHROCKWORKS FRONT BUMPER *, shackle anti-slap mod.
• RAMSEY 8000# patriat WINCH, synthetic winch rope, aluminum shrockworks hawse, CORDLESS WINCH REMOTE *.
• SHROCKWORKS ROCK SLIDERS *.
• SHROCKWORKS REAR BUMPER WITH HI-LIFT JACK AND SPARE TIRE *.
• SHROCKWORKS TRANSFER CASE SKID *.
• CALMINI ENGINE/OIL PAN SKID *.
• custom radiator skid from shrockworks bumper to calmini engine skid (front crossmember). to design and build.
• Nissan fuel tank skid plate (doubled up) thanks xterra_brit.
• HANNIBAL SAFARI roof rack *.
• HANNIBAL SAFARI jerry can holders x 2 . Septor jerry cans, 4 X fuel, and 2 X water cans .
• HANNIBAL camp table and mount under roof rack *.
• NISSAN ROOF SNOWBOARD BOX ****.
• NISSAN HOOD DEFLECTOR ***.
• AVS IN CHANNEL WINDOW VENT VISORS *. (4x4parts.com)
• blindspot mirror mod *. little adjustable round mirrors.
• Bell deer whistles.
- TO DO: install long john mud flaps for winter, exo-skeleton front fender pipe guards, pipe rear fenders and side ladder, BUILD 20 LB. PROPANE TANK HOLDER FOR ROOF RACK, .
TIRES / WHEELS:
• WINTER TIRES: 315/75R16 (35”X12.5”x16R) Goodyear Duratracs *, (National 4wd).
• WINTER WHEELS: 16" x 8" Fuel Boost wheels, stealthed ***, 5.25" backspacing (3/8" spacer to clear front brake caliper, and ET lug nuts required) (National 4wd). [/color][/color]
• SUMMER TIRES: 315X70R17 (35”X12.5”x17R) MICKEY THOMPSON BAJA MTZ TIRES *.
• SUMMER WHEELS: 17” X 8.5" FUEL HOSTAGE WHEELS *, 5.25" backspacing, (National 4wd)
• automatic tire deflators (ordered), no-loss valve stem caps (ordered).
STEREO:
• JVC STEREO, SIRRIUS SATELLITE DIRECT HOOK UP, BLUE TOOTH . (visions.ca )
• JL AMPS: JX 360X4 , and JX 500x1. (visions.ca and kfrizz )
• JL xterra stealth sub box *, JL TR tweeters. (kfrizz)
• JL 6" and 6"x9" door SPEAKERS . (visions.ca )
ELECTRICAL:
• OPTIMA D35 Yellow top battery *. (national4wd.com)
• oem rocker switch panel * (the one with the 4wd selector switch in it)
• OTRATTW rocker switches for: air compressor, air locker, driving lights, front roof rack lights x 2, and rear roof rack lights . (otrattw.com )
• oem fog light stalk *.
• clutch interlock bypass. How-to: Install Clutch Interlock Switch
LIGHTS:
• VISION X Evo 1220 l.e.d. light bar ****. (national4wd.com)
• VISION X l.e.d. roof lights x 4 (2 x 40 degrees , and 2 x 10 degrees ***). (national4wd.com)
• oem fog lights w/ Hella 65 watt yellow bulbs in shrockworks bumper **.
• VISION X solstice l.e.d. REAR ROOF RACK LIGHTS x 2 ***. (national4wd.com)
• headlight stealthing *. How-to: 2009 Headlight Mod - PBR
• raptor l.e.d. light mod. (superbrightleds.com)
• LED tail/brake lights, side marker lights, and reverse lights.
ON BOARD AIR SYSTEM (OBA): run air locker, air bags, and fill tires.
• ARB COMPRESSOR ***. (national4wd.com)
• FIRESTONE 5 gallon air tank *. (national4wd.com), quick disconnect, air hose.
• air regulator for inflating/deflating and setting air bag pressure *. (national4wd.com)
• Warn air guage/tire inflator/deflator.
INTERIOR:
• Blendmount for bullydog gt tuner *.
• Garmin gps on custom fabricated mount.
• Husky floor liners ***.
• CABELA'S FISHING ROD STORAGE RACK.
• LED interior map and dome lights. One-Stop LED Conversion and Install How-to Shop
• denim insulation above bluetooth mic.
RECOVERY GEAR:
• Hi-lift jack (offroad base, bumper lift, slider adapter, and lift-mate).
• ARB snatch strap, PA tow strap.
• 10' tree saver x2.
• snatch block.
• hitch receiver shackle.
• 50' synthetic winch line extension.
Recovery Gear:
- action packer
Tools:
- action packer
Survival Gear:
- action packer
Clearance and wheel travel specs:
13.75" ground clearance, to the bottom of the engine skid.
42" ground to front fenders (no body lift), 41.5"-43" ground to rear fender (0 psi - 100 psi in airbags)
10.75" total front wheel travel.
6" uptravel/compression at the front wheels (2.25" at the shock).
4.75" downtravel/droop at front wheels (1.75" at the shock).
Milage: 14.7 MPG, or 16L/100km.
Thread Closed: CANX - r180 front diff(s), Rear Diff Carrier, m205 Ring...
PHOTOS of the EVOLUTION:
NEARLY NEW!!! STOCK HEIGHT, WAITING FOR LIFT TO BE DESIGNED/FABBED, 285/75/16'S (33's), SHROCKED OUT, HANNIBALED, GIBSON CAT BACK EXHAUST, PIA LIGHTS, HANNIBAL ROOF RACK, AND VOLANT CAI.
AFTER CALMINI 5" LIFT.
THE CONTINUOUS PITA PROBLEM OF GEAR AND TOUNGUE WEIGHT ISSUES WHEN TOWING, SOLVED WITH HELLWIG HELPER SPRINGS (retired), now running AIRLIFT AIR HELPER SPRINGS.
(october 2011): radflo 2.5" coilovers, and prg uca's, before titan swap.
photo by boardin_an_biking
photo by boardin_an_biking
photo by boardin_an_biking
PARTS TO BUY:
1. shackle/hooks x 2 (princess auto).
2. hammer and dolly.
3. hilift mounting wingnuts x 3.
4. spare u-joints: 2 x Front (Spicer 529) - Spicer Life Series 5-785X (1310 Series U-joint)
Northern Drivetrain, LLC: Spicer 5-1310X,
2 x Rear - Spicer 539.
5. 1.5" pipe for front and rear fenders, and side ladder.
6. otrattw 3 position switch (off, light bar, light bar and roof lights), winch control and winch on/off switches, seat heater x 2, front locker, and inverter switches, switch blank plate.
7. Moog titan LCA greasable ball joints.
- Volant recharger kit: filter cleaner and oil.
- quick fist mounts: axe, hatchet, shovel, flashlights, etc.
- hood rod mod parts.
- spark plug non-foulers?
- (ordered) arb snatch strap.
- (received) Rocky-Road m226 rear diff skid. Nissan Titan/Armada, 4x4 Differential protection: Titan diff guard
- (ordered) PRG billet u-bolt plates (u-bolt flip).
Maintainance / TO DO:
- fab radiator skid, fab transmission skid plate.
- fab rear diff skid.
- evap canister, clean, valve #, install vent kit #14953-zp70c?
- rex rug mod.
- replace transfer case output shaft seal to rear drive shaft. replace flange?
- move airtank forward.
- replace hinge bolt in rear bumper.
- in-cabin winch control.
- install otrattw 3 position switch (off, light bar, light bar and narrow beam roof lights).
- diff lock indicator light in dash mod. How-to: Enabling Diff Lock Light on Dash to Work with...
- fog light bypass mod. How-to: Pictorial Guide for the Fog Light Bypass MOD - PBR
- install femco oil drain valve. http://www.nospillsystems.com/part-finder
- fix dents on rear passenger side quarter panel.
- check airbag and air locker lines/fittings for leaks.
- install conduit around air lines.
- replace ground wires in engine compartment.
- stereo: install sub amp, and sub remote, hook up tweeters.
- install 1000 watt inverter.
- aim headlights, fog lights, lightbar, roof lights.
- move roof rack forward 2" and lower. redesign and fab roof rack mounts.
- figure out a way to remove airbags for offroading (want more rear axle flex).
- fab clear plexi CAI/Volant lid, fab clear amp cover.
- compile action packers for recovery and repair gear, tools, survival (warmth water food). (radios, spot satalite messanger, batteries, sleeping bags).
- fab lower rear quarters to replace plastic.
CONTINUED ON POST #5