Natrin's Barrow
Test Drive
- Location
- Denver, CO
I just love reading through the posts of people saying things like "Hey, noob question here. Which (insert technical-af part) do I need to mount my (insert super specific engine bit). I'm not throwing snark, I'm honestly just amused, and I'll explain why:
Enter, me, the true X-noob. I literally just bought my first Xterra today (well yesterday technically). 2008 Off Road, 5AT, 131,000 miles (SMOD free, thank the gobbles). I can't fully express how stoked I am to finally have one! Been ogling Xterras for years. I've seen so many inspired builds out here, and I'm already drooling over the things I want/plan to do. Thing is, I'm not sure where would be the best place to start for a beefy overland rig. I know little to nothing about worthy build kits for Xterras, budgets for projects, technical specs, brand comparisons, etc...
Obviously I know I need to take care of the essentials first. Radiator replacement (not 100% sure if its an OEM baddie, but not willing to take chances), breather valve extension, and checking the timing chain tensioners. After that, though, what's the best next step? Do I hop into a lift right off the bat? How reasonable or possible is a Titan Swap? (because dayum). Should I focus more on trail support gear first? On and on, the list goes.
I know, these questions are vague, open ended, and all very likely answered somewhere in this forum, but Im honestly just hoping that some of you experienced X-ers can give me some direction to aim at for some beginning build options.
Enter, me, the true X-noob. I literally just bought my first Xterra today (well yesterday technically). 2008 Off Road, 5AT, 131,000 miles (SMOD free, thank the gobbles). I can't fully express how stoked I am to finally have one! Been ogling Xterras for years. I've seen so many inspired builds out here, and I'm already drooling over the things I want/plan to do. Thing is, I'm not sure where would be the best place to start for a beefy overland rig. I know little to nothing about worthy build kits for Xterras, budgets for projects, technical specs, brand comparisons, etc...
Obviously I know I need to take care of the essentials first. Radiator replacement (not 100% sure if its an OEM baddie, but not willing to take chances), breather valve extension, and checking the timing chain tensioners. After that, though, what's the best next step? Do I hop into a lift right off the bat? How reasonable or possible is a Titan Swap? (because dayum). Should I focus more on trail support gear first? On and on, the list goes.
I know, these questions are vague, open ended, and all very likely answered somewhere in this forum, but Im honestly just hoping that some of you experienced X-ers can give me some direction to aim at for some beginning build options.