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CapeXterra

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IMG_2662.JPG Username: CapeXterra

Intro:

I've only had this rig since Nov. of 2015. Purchased it to replace my previous rig that had seen much better days. My thoughts were this is a much more capable rig than its predecessor an 03 Trailblazer with a 3" lift. I needed something for hauling my 3 kids and what ever else I would need to on short notice. Plus still be able to do a little wheeling and exploring in considering it's my DD. Can't go overboard as of yet( maybe someday if I don't get the Rover I want first).

Make: Nissan

Year: 2005

Model: Xterra

Trim: S 4wd
Color: Black

Mileage: 127,xxx as of 2/24/17

Rig Nickname: Blackout

Intro Photo:IMG_1227.JPG


MODS

Suspension / Tires / Wheels:

2.5" F 1.5" R Rough Country Lift

285/75R16 Treadwright Wardens
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Lighting:

Factory Fog Light Kit
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PIAA Xtreme White Plus Head light bulbs

PIAA Xtreme White Plus Back-up bulbs

Exterior:

Murano rear wiper mod

Interior:

Pioneer DVD Head unit w/ dual video headrests (3 screens)
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Aftermarket Back-up camera wired to head unit

Factory tie downs and cargo area nets

Recovery / Trail Gear:
Craftsman socket set

Tow Strap and D shackle

Lockout kit

Jumper cables

Tire repair kit

Portable air compressor

Utility shovel

Performance / Drive-train:

Undecided on air intake system

Armor:

Saving for Skid plates, sliders, bumpers, and possibly better roof rack

Pictures of Mods:
 
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Looking forward to it! I'm trying to find alternatives to the DepHep for my Xterra. I found an aluminum rack I can pretty easily cut down to fit inside the factory rack but I wish I could swing a full replacement rack like the Gobi rack.
 
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CapeXterra said:
View attachment 20380 Username: CapeXterra

Intro:

I've only had this rig since Nov. of 2015. Purchased it to replace my previous rig that had seen much better days. My thoughts were this is a much more capable rig than its predecessor an 03 Trailblazer with a 3" lift. I needed something for hauling my 3 kids and what ever else I would need to on short notice. Plus still be able to do a little wheeling and exploring in considering it's my DD. Can't go overboard as of yet( maybe someday if I don't get the Rover I want first).

Make: Nissan

Year: 2005

Model: Xterra

Trim: S 4wd
Color: Black

Mileage: 127,xxx as of 2/24/17

Rig Nickname: The X

Intro Photo:View attachment 17598


MODS

Suspension / Tires / Wheels:

2.5" F 1.5" R Rough Country Lift

285/75R16 Treadwright Wardens
View attachment 20381

Lighting:

Factory Fog Light Kit
View attachment 17601
PIAA Xtreme White Plus Head light bulbs

PIAA Xtreme White Plus Back-up bulbs

Exterior:

Murano rear wiper mod

Interior:

Pioneer DVD Head unit w/ dual video headrests (3 screens)
View attachment 17604
Aftermarket Back-up camera wired to head unit

Factory tie downs and cargo area nets

Recovery / Trail Gear:
Craftsman socket set

Tow Strap and D shackle

Lockout kit

Jumper cables

Tire repair kit

Portable air compressor

Utility shovel

Performance / Drive-train:

Undecided on air intake system

Armor:

Saving for Skid plates, sliders, bumpers, and possibly better roof rack

Pictures of Mods:
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Update radiator and do the transmission fluid line bypass if u haven't done yet. Just a heads up.




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CapeXterra

CapeXterra

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Chris_Q said:
Update radiator and do the transmission fluid line bypass if u haven't done yet. Just a heads up.




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It's been done it had SMOD and the dealer payed to have the transmission rebuilt plus the shop separated the radiator and trans cooler. Transmission shop specializes in Nissan's. I talked to them directly to ensure it was done correctly.


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TerryD said:
If the radiator has ban replaced you can hook the internal cooler back up without worry and have the added cooling capacity.
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Or add another external tranny cooler like most xterra/frontier owner does for extra insurance. I'd keep those lines away from the rad. Lol


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So just finished my build and install of my roof rack insert yesterday. Came out way nicer than expected.

So I'd been looking at all the options of roof rack baskets out there and decided to build my own. Figured it wouldn't be hard. Looked at other peoples builds and the DepHep and Garvin drop-ins for ideas. So this DIY build I thought I'd share.
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It's a simple design 30"x48" Aluminum basket like the uni-strut's most people are building. Some items I got were free others payed for. All items can be found or substituted for your needs. I work at a lumber yard so some items i got a discount. Angle was a little tougher to locate. Overall price was about 250$ including what the free stuff might cost. I chose to leave it bare to help reflect the heat away from the already black roof.

Materials used:

1/4" x 2" x 4' Aluminum Flat Bar 6pcs
1 3/4" x 8' C-Channel Aluminum 1pcs
2 1/4" x 8' C-Channel Aluminum 1pcs
3" x 5" x 1/2" Angle Iron cut to 6 3" pcs
1/4 x20 x 1" Aluminum Hex Bolts box of 25
1/4" Aluminum Washers bag of 50
1/4" Aluminum Lock nuts box of 25
5/16" x 2" Aluminum Hex Bolts 2 boxes of 10
5/16" Aluminum Washers bag of 50
5/16" Aluminum Lock Nuts box of 25
2" x 3/8" Zinc Vibration Damping Pipe Clamps 6 each
Rubber roofing 6 1" strips

The hardware I ordered from McMASTER-CARR.com


The hardware used and laying out my design. Above:
End of rack and mounting bracket. Below
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The crossbars measure 30" and the rest are all 48" long.
Brackets are mounted 7" from front and back ends. Center is 22" behind the front. As you can see it splits the Xterra logo nicely. Check out my build for other things I've done. Any questions feel free to ask. I'd include the links but still new to this whole thread building.
 
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