ahefner's build thread

ahefner

ahefner

Bought an X
Location
Tahlequah, OK
Username: ahefner
Year - 2005
Make - Nissan
Model - Xterra
Trim - Hazmat Edition (S)
Color – Night Armor

Powertrain Maintenance and Fluids:
  • AMSOIL 5w30 Engine Oil
  • AMSOIL 75W-90 Severe Gear Oil for the rear diff
  • AMSOIL 80W-90 Gear Oil for the front diff
  • AMSOIL ATF for the transfer case
  • Matic S for the transmission
Suspension and Engine / Driveline:
  • Radiator Bypass Mod With Added Cooler
Exterior:
  • XOSkel CB Antenna Mount
  • Mud Flaps Removed
  • SouthCo Locking Wetbox Handle
  • Painted Windshield Cowling
  • Painted Rear Bumper
  • 3' Firestik with HD Firestik Spring
  • Removed Step Bars
  • Hazmat Edition Graphic
  • Custom License Plate
  • McMaster Gas Struts
  • GOBI Hatch Ladder
  • Engine and Transfer Case Skid
  • Yakima Gear Basket
Interior, OBA, Tools and Electronics:
  • Uniden PRO520XL CB
  • BullyDog GT (40410) with custom in dash mount
  • 20% Window Tint
  • xRack Cargo Rack
Recovery Gear and Extras:
  • Hatchet
  • Hi Lift Jack - Custom Paint Colors (Orange and Black)
  • Hi Lift Off Road Kit
  • 20' Grade 70 3/8" chain with grab hooks
Medical Supplies
  • REI Backpackers First Aid Kit
  • MSR Miniworks Water Filter
  • Firesteel Match
  • Vaseline Embedded Cotton Balls
To Do List:
  • Slide Bars
  • Recovery Straps
  • On Board Air
Comments:

Me and the wife enjoy exploring new areas and going camping. We originally wanted something to pack our camping supplies into and to get us out and about. The xTerra has performed its intended purpose beautifully. Since we have bought the truck we have decided to start some upgrades to help us get out and explore even more.
 
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ahefner

ahefner

Bought an X
Location
Tahlequah, OK
Shortly after we bought it. (People say the x looks really small in this pic and yes that is the paper tag in the window.)
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Windows tinted.
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Built the xRack.
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Mounted the CB Antenna. XOSkel Mount.
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Painted bumper
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Special Edition Badge And Plate
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ahefner

ahefner

Bought an X
Location
Tahlequah, OK
thanks for all the compliments. the lift came in today and is scheduled for a saturday morning install. Will have before and after pics to post.

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granitex

granitex

Skid Plates
Founding Member
Location
Columbus OH
I like the rack in the back, I have had about 4 different setups in the back and still keep comming back to tool bags that I can strap down where I need them. Every time I build something it ends up getting in the way at some point and out it comes.
 
ahefner

ahefner

Bought an X
Location
Tahlequah, OK
xearth said:
What are you looking for with the lift? I would guess not spacers in the front?
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That lift was a in coil over spacer and a AAL kit. It made the ride very rough on a otherwise stock truck. I believe if a do another one I will do a on top of coil over spacer and a read shackle setup on the rear. I haven't needed a lift for anything I have driven on so far so it may remain stock height for a while longer.
 
ahefner

ahefner

Bought an X
Location
Tahlequah, OK
granitex said:
I like the rack in the back, I have had about 4 different setups in the back and still keep comming back to tool bags that I can strap down where I need them. Every time I build something it ends up getting in the way at some point and out it comes.
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I have used the rack everyday since it was built and haven't had to remove it yet. With the adjustable height it just makes it so versatile and useful. Can't imagine not having it back there.
 
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