eXpeditionXterra Build Up

[eXpeditionXterra]

Ok, going to kinda post these one at a time, but here is the evolution of the suspension work on the Xterra. Works great for all terrain situations, rocks, rough roads, you name it. The system provides additional travel, and a little over 3" of lift.

At the same time, I got some goodies to install from Automotive Customizers http://www.4x4parts.com

- 3.7:1 low range transfer case gears
- Front ARB air locker
- Rear ARB air locker

It begins
http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/SLR/SLR01.jpg

Calimini... no good!
http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/SLR/SLR02.jpg

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/SLR/SLR05.jpg

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/SLR/SLR03.jpg

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/SLR/SLR04.jpg

Gusseted lower control arms, and UCA's in
http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/SLR/SLR06.jpg

Upper hoops and fitting for bump stops begins
http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/SLR/SLR07.jpg

Getting closer, bump stop mounts welded and tested, gussets on upper shock hoop, and bump stop contact pad welded in. T-bars and chromoly T-Bar anchors/adjusters installed. Front Diff back in, with new ARB locker installed.
http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/SLR/SLR08.jpg

Still need res. bracketry and new brake lines
http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/SLR/SLR09.jpg

Welds to strengthen contact between frame and UCA mounts
http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/SLR/SLR10.jpg

[eXpeditionXterra]

Work begins on rear end.. all brake lines, fuel lines, return lines, and breather lines have to be re-routed. The deaver main leaf was redesigned to sit 3/4" back from stock to eliminate rubbing on rear fenders.
http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/SLR/SLR11.jpg

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/SLR/SLR12.jpg

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/SLR/SLR13.jpg

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/SLR/SLR14.jpg

[eXpeditionXterra]

I ended up going with the larger B&M oil cooler. It works great!! Down here in the heat, my tranny can get really hot especially at low speeds. With our mechanical fans, the fan speed and CFM are directly related to your RPM's. Slow traffic, stop lights, and especially offroading, can be hell on an auto tranny because it gets so hot. This sucker kicks the fan on at a set temp and cuts it off when the temp drops.

I have tested it, and it works excellent. At the same time, I installed a temp manifold on the HOT line coming from the tranny to get a good idea of what temp the oil is once it filters through the tranny. I had a guage in there forever, and now it finally does somthing!! haha.

In the pictures it looks like the tranny cooler is massive, but it really isn't very big. It's about 13" wide. Ignore the red electrical tape and jumble of wires, that has all since been fixed.

Additionally: The cooler has been moved to accomodate the winch. It was rotated 45 dagrees right.

On to the pics:

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/tcooler1.jpg
http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/tcooler2.jpg
http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/tsensor.jpg

[eXpeditionXterra]

Installed to be able to check ODBII codes while on the trail. I keep a reference book with me. Also installed for the purpose of knowing true MPH with the change due to tires. MPG, dist to empty and other data as well.

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/scanguage.jpg

[eXpeditionXterra]

Only minor fabrication is needed to install the two front batteries, which is drilling holes in the stock battery pan, to mount the new custom made, steel black powder coated battery pan.

The THIRD battery is a total custom job. TONS OF FABRICATION

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/dualbattery/dualbatt07.jpg

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/dualbattery/dualbatt08.jpg

One other thing that needs to be changed, is the oil res has to be slightly relocated, and the brass hookup that jacks in to the engine will also have to be bent just slightly.

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/dualbattery/dualbatt03.jpg

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/dualbattery/dualbatt05.jpg

Also, the main wire harness that jacks in to the fuse junction under the hood needs to be pushed slightly downward. And the battery temp sensor needs to be moved slightly forward.

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/dualbattery/dualbatt01.jpg

Thats it, not much work for the amount of stuff that gets fit in there. His kit uses two ODYSSEY 1200 batteries, military spec, drycell batteries. Yawan intalls these suckers in the presidents motor pool, and they had him do tests to see what the actual full load reserve time is. Average was 90 minutes each. Some more, some less. These batteries kick ***.

This system uses a relay isolation, so there is no voltage or amperage loss like other systems out there. There are three different operating modes controlled by a switch inside the truck.

For additional information, see these two documents:

Dual Battery Flyer (http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/dualbattery/dualbatteryflyer.doc)

Odyssey Info (http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/dualbattery/odysseyservice.doc)

Here is a final picture:

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/dualbattery/dualbattfinish01.jpg

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/dualbattery/dualbattfinish02.jpg

The rear battery has gone is as a part of the rear cargo re-design project, creating a new sub-floor, and mounting rails, drawers, etc. The rear battery is the same one used in the U.S. Bradley Fighting Vehicle. ODYSSEY 2150 seriese.

It is also isolated and crontrolled by two switches in the dash.

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/dualbattery/rearbattery.jpg

[eXpeditionXterra]

Ok, this ARB compressor was installed mostly for just running the front and rear lockers, but COULD be used to air tires in an emergency.

We just ran a feed in to the Powertank ARB manifold I already had, with a check valve in-line. This way, I can use my ARB compressor for the lockers, or my Powertank for the lockers. We also have quick disconnects at the front and rear of the vehicle. This means I can air up tires with the Powertank, or the compressor.

On to the pics..

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/compressor1.jpg

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/compressor2.jpg

[mountainpete]

Wow! Very impressive.

What circumstance led you to the third battery?

[eXpeditionXterra]

Reserve time due to fridge and heat here in the desert.

Plus with that much battery, I can run a massive amp behind my ham radio to reach out and toutch someone.

[eXpeditionXterra]

Addition guages installed. Added a T-fitting for the air lines.

I wanted an air guage inside because I wasn't able to monitor the pressure to my ARB manifold. So I fabbed up a mounting bracket and installed these:

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/tfitting.jpg

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/guages.jpg

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/night.jpg

[eXpeditionXterra]

Had a Magnaflow installed and custom bent.

The sound is great! Nice and mellow, not too harsh. Just right.

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/magnaflow.jpg

[eXpeditionXterra]

Warn XD9000i installed!!! It's so beautiful.. *tear*

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/warn1.jpg
http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/warn2.jpg
http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/warn3.jpg

Can't have a winch without recovery gear.

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/recovery.jpg

[eXpeditionXterra]

And of course, the Eezi-Awn roof tent.

This shot shows the start of the rear cargo design. Engel fridge, pelicans with spare parts /gear. Powertank 10LBS C02 tank. And the Skid-Row rear swingaway tire carrier.

The next part of the rear cargo design is the stove mounting/natural gas.


http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/rooftent.jpg

[flyingwil]

http://www.xterrawolf.com/images/xterra/rooftent.jpg

That is just too cool! :victory:

[adventureduo]

Beautiful!!

[slooowr6]

:smileeek: Impressive!!!! Well done.

[DesertBound]

I've been lurking on the SCCX boards for a while, and have been wondering when you'd find this place. ;) Your truck is a huge inspiration to us mostly-stock Xterra folk!

[Nullifier]

nice set up and great detail. What has really baffled me on the xterra rear bumpers is how the aftermarket units keep the crappy plastic rear corner pieces instead of triming them back, to offer a tougher steel corner wrap. Outside of that this is a great build! :clapsmile

[J_L]

Congrats! That's one amazingly well equipped X.:bowdown:

[tdesanto]

After seeing all this, I'm wishing I had your fabrication skills.:clapsmile

[XXXpedition]

very cool!
i like it....

[mike h]

Wow - I call that 'Doing it right the first time'

Very capable vehicle!

m.

[The BN Guy]

Looking really sweet! Now just need to SAS the bad boy!

[hattrik21]

That is a nice ride!!

[seth_js]

Man, I need to get into whatever line of work you're in. :p

[bigreen505]

That is an incredible build! Considering the extents you are going to, why not replace the T-bars setup with Total Chaos' coil-over conversion?

[eXpeditionXterra]

nice set up and great detail. What has really baffled me on the xterra rear bumpers is how the aftermarket units keep the crappy plastic rear corner pieces instead of triming them back, to offer a tougher steel corner wrap. Outside of that this is a great build! :clapsmile

True, but thats nothing that can't be fixed!! I have already had to make some modifications to make it safer:

Okay, here was a little project that needed to be done, and should be done for anyone who has the Skid-Row swing away tire carrier. Believe me when I say that this thing can become a serious death trap on the trail and on the road.

More than a few times I have had the little bugger swing open. Sure it was generally when I had jumped the truck or rammed in to a big rock.... but regardless, it was dangerous.

The other issue was keeping the damn thing open when parked on a hill. This is the most annoying thing of all.

First; KEEPING IT CLOSED

Simple enough, just drill a hole through the swing-away, the rubber, and the support. Make sure to drill the hole to match the size of the pin you will use. I used a pin courtesy of the US government, normally used on helicopters.

You might notice the lanyard. It is bolted inside the bumper, and hooked to the "keyring" on the pin. Although it looks like a normal keyring, it's not. The thing is "gorilla keyring" style, reallllllly beefy.

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/skidfix01.jpg

Second; KEEPING IT OPEN

Okay, this one was a little more difficult, requiring a mill, welding, aluminim, DOM tubing, and some real fancy engineering work.

First we took a piece of thick steel, shaped it to the holes near the hinge of the swing-away, creating a large hole for the bolt head, and drilling two small holes for securing to the bumper.

A second thick plate was added to the edge of the plate that hangs over the bumper (where the big pin goes). These were welded together cleaned tested, then the plate was powder coated black.

For more added strength, a piece of DOM tubing was milled down and shaped to the corner of the inside swing-away. The tubing was then welded on, and painted.

The system works GREAT!

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/skidfix02.jpg

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/skidfix03.jpg

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/skidfix04.jpg

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http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/skidfix07.jpg

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/skidfix08.jpg

[xcmountain80]

Damn that is a sweet rig!!!


Aaron

[The BN Guy]

Thanks for posting the pix of the swing gate. I've been wondering how some of those are built plus it give me some ideas. Hmmmmm...

[dieselcruiserhead]

Nice, very well done...

[gjackson]

Sweet build and very nice detail. A really great looking rig. Do you have any shots of your radio mounts?

cheers

[LUISJG]

:clapsmile EXELENT!

[JayP]

WOW! Super nice rig. Well thought out too.

[vengeful]

I hope you don't mind....but I'm going to copy your truck...:D

As they say, imitation is the sincerest form of flattery! Love the X man...

[jingram]

Awesome Awesome build!! So, about the dual battery setup? Did you fabricate the replacement tray to hold the dual batteries or was that also purchased. If so, from whom?

:lurk:

[brettf]

way impressive!

[Scott Brady]

First class build. What are your impressions of the Light Racing jounces?

[BajaTaco]

http://www.xterrawolf.com/images/xterra/SLR/SLR02.jpg

That is hilarious :xxrotflma

I am simply an echo in this room... nice work!

I too am curious how you like the Light Racing jounce shocks. Any more interior pics? It looks like you might have a computer in there?

[ujoint]

lookin good!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

[The BN Guy]

Yep. I've felt that way from time to time. Gotta replace my steering bushing this weekend.

[eXpeditionXterra]

New Alternator installed:

200A

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/xterra200ampalt.jpg

[eXpeditionXterra]

Mount for Outbacker HF antenna on passenger rear quarter. Made out of steel and nickle plated for grounding. Grounded to frame and body.

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/outbacker1.jpg

[eXpeditionXterra]

Rear cargo work is getting farther along. Aluminum deck is line-Xed drawer and other components powder coated with a hammered finish to match the Line-X.

The drawer was power coated in a reflective silver.

The 2150 house battery hold down also got a hammered finish.

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/tray1.jpg

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/tray2.jpg

[eXpeditionXterra]

Hot water shower installed, cables cleaned up, wiring for new alternator installed.

ARB solenoids for front and rear lockers upgraded.

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/shower1.jpg

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/shower2.jpg

[eXpeditionXterra]

Radios installed:


ICOM - 7000 HF/FM radio
KENWOOD - D700 Data FM 2m/440
LDG - ICOM 7000 auto tuner


http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/ham1.jpg

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/ham2.jpg

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/ham3.jpg

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/ham4.jpg

[eXpeditionXterra]

Touch Tek VI switching system installed. Waterproof, push button switching system, with programmable functions, momentary options and magnetic gun lock capability.

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/touchtek1.jpg

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/touchtek2.jpg

[TeleScooby]

All I can do is echo again...wow, that's one amazing rig!

Can I make a photo request? Some overview shots, side on, front quarter, etc...I really want to see that bad boys stance, how the overall set up affects the look...

Thanks and keep us updated!

[offroadchef]

Rear cargo work is getting farther along. Aluminum deck is line-Xed drawer and other components powder coated with a hammered finish to match the Line-X.

The drawer was power coated in a reflective silver.

The 2150 house battery hold down also got a hammered finish.

http://www.xterrawolf.com/images/xterra/tray1.jpg

http://www.xterrawolf.com/images/xterra/tray2.jpg

Is that square tube on the drawer slide for the stove or somthing else? I read very post and did not find a answer....

[eXpeditionXterra]

Well, as I suspected GOBI has produced a rock solid rack system for the Xterra!

Installed:

-GOBI Ranger (now called Hybrid) roof rack
-GOBI Axe/Shovel mount
-GOBI Pull-Pal Mount
-GOBI Rear Ladder (right side mount)
-Custom Lightbar (the GOBI one wouldn't work for the WARN lights used)
-Custom tent mounts w/accessory holes
-Custom side light mounts
-4X WARN dual mode lights
-2X PIAA 1500XT Sides
-2X PIAA 1500XT Rear

And the finished product:

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/gobi/gobi01.jpg

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/gobi/gobi02.jpg

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/gobi/gobi03.jpg

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/gobi/gobi04.jpg

[eXpeditionXterra]

Is that square tube on the drawer slide for the stove or somthing else? I read very post and did not find a answer....

Stove mount... not done yet.

[Andrew Walcker]

Man, you are to Xterra's as what SoCalFJ is to Cruisers, truley an amazing build!

[eXpeditionXterra]

Tripple battery monitoring system.

Will display charge status while driving, and can check voltage level while stopped.

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/battmon.jpg

[Willman]

First class build my friend!!!

Keep the pictures and mods coming!!!!!

Getter er' done!!!!!!!!!!!

:jumping:

[The BN Guy]

Definitely one of the baddest X's around!

[offroadchef]

Stove mount... not done yet.

thanks

[BajaTaco]

I must say, I am blown away :drool:

I have seen some cool Xterras, but man...

Congrats on a job well done.

[KevinNY]

How are the stock axles and CV's in these?

[eXpeditionXterra]

How are the stock axles and CV's in these?

Rear diff is an H233B Way overkill axle for the Xterra. The thing is huge!

The front Diff is sturdy, the weak points are the Hubs and CV's. Been wheeling it HARD for three years, never broken a half shaft, torn a CV, or exploded an auto hub.

BUT - I carry a spare of each, just in case :)

[Super Doody]

Hot water shower installed, cables cleaned up, wiring for new alternator installed.

ARB solenoids for front and rear lockers upgraded.

http://www.xterrawolf.com/images/xterra/shower1.jpg

http://www.xterrawolf.com/images/xterra/shower2.jpg


YOur SC nose cone has a darth vader mask...sweet.:)

How do you like the toyo tires?

[erin]

Have the Jounce bumps made a big difference in handling and bottoming out?
Especially curious how they work with the leaves in the rear.

[eXpeditionXterra]

Have the Jounce bumps made a big difference in handling and bottoming out?
Especially curious how they work with the leaves in the rear.

Put it this way... I accidentally jumped a 6000+lbs truck and hardly felt it.

The bump stops are amazing.

[eXpeditionXterra]

YOur SC nose cone has a darth vader mask...sweet.:)

How do you like the toyo tires?


The toyos drive like A/T's on the street and M/T's in the dirt.. love them to death.

[FourByLand]

I looked and didn't see where you specified tire size and I was also wondering if you kept the rear seat or not.

Very impressive build, thanks for sharing!

:jumping:

[KevinNY]

Rear diff is an H233B Way overkill axle for the Xterra. The thing is huge!

The front Diff is sturdy, the weak points are the Hubs and CV's. Been wheeling it HARD for three years, never broken a half shaft, torn a CV, or exploded an auto hub.

BUT - I carry a spare of each, just in case :)

Thanks, just curious as I am not familiar with these as wheeling vehicles.

[bigreen505]

Rear diff is an H233B Way overkill axle for the Xterra. The thing is huge!

The front Diff is sturdy, the weak points are the Hubs and CV's. Been wheeling it HARD for three years, never broken a half shaft, torn a CV, or exploded an auto hub.

BUT - I carry a spare of each, just in case :)

Nissan gets around designing new parts for the Xterra by raiding the Patrol parts bin where possible. That is why the rear is so overkill.

[eXpeditionXterra]

I looked and didn't see where you specified tire size and I was also wondering if you kept the rear seat or not.

Very impressive build, thanks for sharing!

:jumping:

Dumped the rear seats. In the process of building a deck similar to the rear cargo area with pullout drawers etc.

[NewFoundFreedom]

That is one great build! Wow. :victory:

[smbisig]

i had the chance to look at this thing in person this past weekend at our local Pacific Northwest Trail Jamboree, and all i could do was :drool: :drool:

great build!

[crawldit]

That is easily one of the nicest rigs I have ever seen, regardless of make/model :drool: Well done. And I have to agree that the Toyo's are amazing tires. I absolutely love my 37's.

[LaOutbackTrail]

They didnt make supercharged Xterras did they? :confused: :drool:


http://www.xterrawolf.com/images/xterra/shower1.jpg

[Big Daddy Chia]

They didnt make supercharged Xterras did they? :confused: :drool:


Yep from 02-04

[LaOutbackTrail]

Yep from 02-04

Cool. I honestly didnt know that..... I wouldnt mind the extra hp.

[hattrik21]

Cool. I honestly didnt know that..... I wouldnt mind the extra hp.

You would the gas mileage and having to use Prem. That's one of the main reasons I traded mine in on an 05. :)

[LaOutbackTrail]

You would the gas mileage and having to use Prem. That's one of the main reasons I traded mine in on an 05. :)

I knew about the premium, but i heard (on the D-L) that you get better mileage in with the supercharger? But I never did any research on the SC nissans. 02-04 I had a Chevy anyways:( .

[hattrik21]

I got an average of 13MPG in mine although I did have MT's but I think it only dropped it about 1MPG.

[toyrunner95]

that thing looks like the A-Team van on crack. hahaha, i love it. i need to get me one of these things. what are all the antennas for? i mean do you talk to NASA that often? u didnt have anything to do with the shuttle accident did u?

[CaliMobber]

Wow im in love :bowdown: This is basically the perfect rig ,you have it all.Thanks for all the photo's and input

[Hltoppr]

All I can say is...Um....WOW!

Very, very nice build!

-H-

[BC Explorer]

[QUOTE=eXpeditionXterra]Hot water shower installed, cables cleaned up, wiring for new alternator installed.

ARB solenoids for front and rear lockers upgraded.

http://www.xterrawolf.com/images/xterra/shower1.jpg

http://www.xterrawolf.com/images/xterra/shower2.jpg[/QUOTE

First off, stunning truck and awesome build.
Is that your hot water system against the firewall ? also what make is it and where can you buy one ?

Christopher

[eXpeditionXterra]

Yes, and you can find it here: http://www.kodiakinc.com

[eXpeditionXterra]

Here is an updated picture for y'all. Out in the desert.. my normal dwelling areas haha.

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/calico07/desert6.jpg

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/calico07/desert2.jpg

[eXpeditionXterra]

Oh! And using the Pull-Pal 11,000.

Sure am glad I carry this thing around with me.

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/pullpal1.jpg

[Funrover]

:wings: This is seriously the sweetest X I have seen.... I am totally showing my sister who has one!!! GREAT BUILD!!!:wings:

[LaOutbackTrail]

:drool: :drool: :drool: :clapsmile
http://www.xterrawolf.com/images/xterra/calico07/desert2.jpg

[The BN Guy]

Once again...awesome rig!

[jingram]

Anybody know how to get ahold of xterrawolf? Looks like he no longer holds the domain where all of his pictures and information were held and I had some questions that were answered by some of his posts with pics.

[DBS311]

You could try xterraownersclub.com. I believe he still posts over there regularly.

[eXpeditionXterra]

Hey sorry for the delay.

The domain issues will be fixed by tomorrow.

Until then, here is a sneak peak at one recent project:

Xantrex 2.0 2000w pure sinewave inverter +100w charger installed under what WAS the rear seats. Ripped those suckers out, and built a frame for a new flat deck. More items will be mounted under the deck and on top of the deck. Shore power plugs were installed outside the vehicle for easy charging.

*Images attached*

More pictures to come when I fix my damn domain.

[eXpeditionXterra]

Okay, the domain is back online.. the original pictures should all be showing up again.

:26_7_2:

[slooowr6]

Wow, amazing build. All the wiring are nicely done. quick question where did you get the Touch Tek VI switching system? The only place I can find wants $325 for it. http://ledguy.net/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=10&products_id=22&zenid=1c99ebef20234aff7f2246c97385f778

Thx

[eXpeditionXterra]

Wow, amazing build. All the wiring are nicely done. quick question where did you get the Touch Tek VI switching system? The only place I can find wants $325 for it. http://ledguy.net/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=10&products_id=22&zenid=1c99ebef20234aff7f2246c97385f778

Thx

http://www.kodiakinc.com

[jingram]

XterraWolf... thanks for getting the domain back up online. If you ever need any offsite data retention, let me know.

Rgds,
Jack

[adventureduo]

Looking good man. The rig is a piece of work, coming back from Calico it looked great on the road.

The plugs are a nice touch.. plan on any upfront? Do they offer anything to replace the plastic bumperettes? Don't those want to get ripped off??

[The BN Guy]

So when's the SAS coming?

[eXpeditionXterra]

Looking good man. The rig is a piece of work, coming back from Calico it looked great on the road.

The plugs are a nice touch.. plan on any upfront? Do they offer anything to replace the plastic bumperettes? Don't those want to get ripped off??

I have never had an issue with the plastic corners. The bottoms tend to just get pushed in, but it isn't a common place to hit on these trucks. I would want something up front before I did anything in back.

As far as the plugs go, I can run one up front, but the rear of the vehicle is where everything tends to happen. It's like having a plug in the kitchen, y'know? I also have a plug mounted inside the cab. The rear deck is finished. I am taking the panels down to the Line-X place this week, and I will snap a few shots when they get put back in.

[eXpeditionXterra]

So when's the SAS coming?

I am actually quite happy with the system I have now. It's pretty solid. I don't need any more lift, and the hydro bumps are overkill.

[The BN Guy]

I am actually quite happy with the system I have now. It's pretty solid. I don't need any more lift, and the hydro bumps are overkill.
Cool. Figured you needed one more toy!

:26_7_2:

[teotwaki]

I don't know how many times I have gone through this thread. I really admire the energy, hard work and detail. I hope to see it in person some time.

All I can really say is WOW!
http://www.xterrawolf.com/images/xterra/gobi/gobi02.jpg

[eXpeditionXterra]

Cool. Figured you needed one more toy!

:26_7_2:

I have a few more projects on my list...

Gamber Johnson console going in prolly next week
Aux fuel and water tanks

And a trailer is on the horizon... that just opens a whole new can of worms.

[vengeful]

Before I tuck in my Pathy for bed, she asks me to show her pictures of your X....Your truck is everything mine aspires to be when she grows up!

[eXpeditionXterra]

Before I tuck in my Pathy for bed, she asks me to show her pictures of your X....Your truck is everything mine aspires to be when she grows up!

Haha thank you sir! I actually just found this one on the GOBI website. Must have missed it before. This was at a Washington show.

http://www.gobiracks.com/Nissan/Images/Gallery/gobishow01.jpg

[vengeful]

Man...I wish Gobi made a rack for the Pathfinder....

Dude....you need to stop posting pictures of your truck...you're making my Pathy upset because her owner can't afford toys for her!:oops:

:26_7_2:

[jingram]

So, a couple of questions. Some of these are going to broad and some will be specific.

How do you like the 285/75/16? Would you ever run a 255/85/16?

What is your fuel economy currently? I know the 1st gen X in general gets poor mileage and the SC doesn't help, but I am curious nonetheless.

Is that dual battery tray a custom job or part of the kit from kodiac industries?

If you were starting with a clean Xterra slate, what would you change and what do you consider absolutely 100% worthwhile?

[eXpeditionXterra]

So, a couple of questions. Some of these are going to broad and some will be specific.

How do you like the 285/75/16? Would you ever run a 255/85/16?

What is your fuel economy currently? I know the 1st gen X in general gets poor mileage and the SC doesn't help, but I am curious nonetheless.

Is that dual battery tray a custom job or part of the kit from kodiac industries?

If you were starting with a clean Xterra slate, what would you change and what do you consider absolutely 100% worthwhile?

I like the 285/75/16 tires. Toyo did not have the 33" tire for a 15" rim at the time I got mine, or I would have gone for those.

Fuel... economy? hahaha. Well on a good day, if I drive under 55 MPH, I can get around 15-16 MPG. Do I care? Not really.

100% worthwhile? I would say.. the roof tent, the tires, the winch, the fridge, and the batteries.

[toyrunner95]

Touch Tek VI switching system installed. Waterproof, push button switching system, with programmable functions, momentary options and magnetic gun lock capability.

http://www.xterrawolf.com/images/xterra/touchtek1.jpg

http://www.xterrawolf.com/images/xterra/touchtek2.jpg

What is this? What does it do?

[4Rescue]

What is this? What does it do?
Looks like a light switch set... out of a police car ;)

[toyrunner95]

thats what i thought, but why? its a rather intricate setup for a few things, i prefer a switch panel and a aux fuse block, its just easier.

[eXpeditionXterra]

thats what i thought, but why? its a rather intricate setup for a few things, i prefer a switch panel and a aux fuse block, its just easier.

To each his own. This setup has functions that I use, programming for stepping, mag-locks, and so on.

It's a centralized, water resistant, simple, and extremely simple to install. What else could you ask for?

[toyrunner95]

what is a mag lock and what is stepping?

[eXpeditionXterra]

what is a mag lock and what is stepping?

The unit can be programmed to step up or step down as it turns on the accessories.. it's intended as a safe guard for your electrical system, so the alternator isn't slammed with everything all at once. It's just easier on your system if things turn on one at a time. For the same reason using a winch constantly will burn up alternators.

A "mag-lock" is a magnetic lock, of any type typically used for storing firearms in vehicles.

[nissandoms47]

Hey what are the extended and collapsed lengths on that shock you run in the front? Is that a 7100 series shock?

[asteffes]

How do you like the Toyo MTs? Every ran them in snow?

[eXpeditionXterra]

Yes, the Toyos do extremely well in snow. I love the tires.

[majorpayne]

great build-up and thread....lots of cool info and ideas :beer:

[LaOutbackTrail]

Any updates?

[AFSOC]

Wow, that is a fun build thread to revisit. One of the top ExPo builds among the many catagories. Gets my vote for "Best of Breed."

[02TahoeMD]

Just read this entire thread. ZOWIE is about all I can say. What a great build, and you have given me quite a few ideas for my Tahoe build.

The money is flying out of my pocket faster than I can make it. Darn site.

[nissandoms47]

Isn't that just a given? haha

[system-f]

Very nice build. I love to see a Nissan SUV built where it can shine..for overland. I still don't understand why you wouldn't swap this to a solid axle considering the complexity and limitations of the IFS in ALL driving situations except where abs might be handy, to each their own. Great rig!

[eXpeditionXterra]

More updates today! Working on the images now.

[eXpeditionXterra]

Okay, just catching up here... I have missed posting on a ton of stuff.

This project was to replace the crappy center console with a rugged, all metal solution. Gamber Johnson was the only choice. The only problem is that Gamber does not make any product specifically designed for this vehicle.

We purchased a long bottom rail, one large box, one small box, and all the accessories (lights, blank panels, cup holders). I still have to get some items that we missed (you may se a small gap by the Prosine control panel). We had to make custom panels for the Xantrex and after these pictures were taken, we also make drop-down panels for the remote radio head units. This way they sit flush with the box.

Everything ripped apart
http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/console1.jpg

The rail mounted using 1/4" bolts and spacers, and a block mounted under the rear of the plate. Most of the mounting holes were pre-existing, we just tapped and threaded them using spacers where needed.
http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/console2.jpg

Box 1 mounted. You can see we cut the console off just behind the shifters.
http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/console3.jpg

Box 2 mounted. Ran power in to the box, and installed a Rig Runner from West Mountain radio (anderson power poles are the only way to go).
http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/console4.jpg

Side view of boxes on the rail
http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/console5.jpg

Testing out the equipment mounting. You can see the two boxes mated together very well.
http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/console6.jpg

The rear box, with cup holder, light, and cubby.
http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/console7.jpg


More to come..

[eXpeditionXterra]

<------NEW STUFF ON THE PREVIOUS PAGE TOO!!!

Okay, another project here. I use Akro-Mills boxes as storage in the rear deck area of the truck. They are easy to move around, easy to get in to, and can be secured with push-pin type fasteners.

I can fit three across in the back of the vehicle. The only issue is that the boxes tend to slide around a bit, and could be dangerous in an accident situation. I don't like the sound of boxes bouncing around when I am on a bumpy dirt road.

The solution: Engel slide locks for the small fridge. Purchased three, and mounted the fridge feet to the bottom of the boxes. Mounted the slide locks to the rear deck, and it works extremely well!!

http://www.pangaea-expeditions.com/images/productimages/engel/slidelocksm.jpg

A view from the door with the boxes mounted.
http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/boxes1.jpg

This shows the slide lock mounted to the Line-Xed rear deck. You can see the Xantrex inverter underneath the deck.
http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/boxes2.jpg

A close-up of the push button release.
http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/boxes3.jpg

The box removal is as simple as pushing a button and pulling the box out of the guide rails.
http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/boxes4.jpg

This shows the feet mounted to the bottom of the box
http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/boxes5.jpg

A side view of the feet
http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/boxes6.jpg

A view from the front seat looking back at the boxes
http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/boxes7.jpg

[mcm4090]

Oh that's cool.:sombrero:

[firemansxterra]

dude...coming from an xterra owner...that thing is flippin sweet! even though it is a first generation! haha just kidding my second gen can't touch her...i wish they paid ff's more so i could afford to do even half of the stuff to mine that you have! that is one of the best xterra rigs i have ever seen!

[xcmountain80]

Wow thats badass......

:smileeek:


Aaron

[eXpeditionXterra]

Be prepared for a big update.

The truck is back in the shop for generation 3 of the suspension. Project: no more torsion bars.

Broke an A-Arm.. Decided to fix it for good.

[silentsamurai]

you truck makes 9lb 6oz baby jesus, still a baby, sleepin in his manger, dont even know a single word yet...cry.

my god man, you give me hope to make an extra 5k a month haha

[The BN Guy]

Hmmmm, I wooonder what you have planned...just another thing to make the rest of us jealous!

[shawkins]

I just have to bump this thread! It's awesome.

So wheres the update about the new front suspension?

[hovenator]

Nicest X I've ever seen!!!!

[jsmoriss]

Wow. I'm going to come back here for more great ideas. It had never occurred to me that slide-loks could be used for something else than a fridge! Excellent idea. :-)

Thanks,
js.

[teotwaki]

The solution: Engel slide locks for the small fridge. Purchased three, and mounted the fridge feet to the bottom of the boxes. Mounted the slide locks to the rear deck, and it works extremely well!!

That is SO sick! My hat is off to you.

[vengeful]

That is SO sick! My hat is off to you.


Agreed! That's a great idea!:coffee:

[ttora4runner]

Nice build. The Xterra looks good.

[DH2002]

so any update on the suspension? I'm excited to see what else was done

[eXpeditionXterra]

Yes - The big update is still coming.

Included will be:


3-Link Solid Axle Conversion using a Dynatrac Pro-Rock 60 With all the goodies and an ARB locker
Aux fuel tank, and transfer pump
More electronic updates
Onboard Welder
Onboard water tank
Rear glass elimination project - really excited about this one!
Solar/Wind power


Keep an eye on the thread!

[DH2002]

Ohhh I can't wait

[DarkHelmet]

Yes - The big update is still coming.

Included will be:


3-Link Solid Axle Conversion using a Dynatrac Pro-Rock 60 With all the goodies and an ARB locker
Aux fuel tank, and transfer pump
More electronic updates
Onboard Welder
Onboard water tank
Rear glass elimination project - really excited about this one!
Solar/Wind power


Keep an eye on the thread!

Seriously?!?! Solar/Wind Power? I'm wondering how many "Average American Homes" your X could power already :D

All kidding aside your X is sick!

That would be one heck of a backcountry SAR rig. I am sometimes wishing I had an SUV vs. a P/U.

[soonenough]

This is one of my favorite builds on ExPo. Thanks for the great pics...I've found myself staring at my desktop over and over again drooling :D

[riverguide]

very well done. It'll be great to see the updates.

[Steel_City_X]

Hey,
Any updates?
Interested in the shore power issue, what entry point are you using?

I am looking at 12 and 120 being in the truck and wanted to see what option you install. I find plenty of weatherproof devices - Hubbell, Charles, but I can't figure out where is the 'best' location to make a cut.

[sami]

I agree with the statement previously made, that pics of your X are basically X porn for the rest of our rigs... Very well though out build!

On with the updates!!

-Jason

[SupraTuRD]

Sweet rig! Any pics of the suspension flexed? :victory:

[strikedistance]

Cant wait to see pics of the updates Jason!!!

[Box Rocket]

Decided to poke around over here since I'm mainly in the Land Cruiser and trailer section. Very glad I did. Extremely impressive build. Attention to detail is outstanding. Curious to hear about the SAS and how you like the feel compared to the IFS while running around the desert.

Again. Seriously fantastic work. Well thought out and very functional.

[red_5]

That's a nice rig. Good job.

I happen to have the same, er, 'base' model...

A few less extras though.

:sombrero:

[niCastro]

Oh! And using the Pull-Pal 11,000.

Sure am glad I carry this thing around with me.

http://www.xterrawolf.com/images/xterra/pullpal1.jpg

where can i get one of those? it would be very useful for me. i am thinking about just making one myself cause the arb one is ridiculously expensive

[Rev]

Just read this whole thread and it was awesome to see all the work you have done. My hat is off to you.

[Rev]

And of course, the Eezi-Awn roof tent.

This shot shows the start of the rear cargo design. Engel fridge, pelicans with spare parts /gear. Powertank 10LBS C02 tank. And the Skid-Row rear swingaway tire carrier.

The next part of the rear cargo design is the stove mounting/natural gas.


http://www.xterrawolf.com/images/xterra/rooftent.jpg

I know this is a bit random, but what size is your Engel fridge? I'm trying to get a feel for the size.

[xcmountain80]

I know this is a bit random, but what size is your Engel fridge? I'm trying to get a feel for the size.

Looks to be a 45

Aaron

[CACHE KRAWLER]

Just wanted to let you know that I have been searching and searching and trying to decide what my future off-road/camping/exploring rig was going to be and told myself that tonight was the night that I make a decision. Well low and behold I came across your build and am now sold. I will be searching for an X when I get back from my deployment and most likely hitting you up for more info. I apologize in advance.

Great build, great rig and awesome pics. Will be watching from here on out.

[firemansxterra]

CACHE KRAWLER...you can also check out http://thenewx.org for a million other ideas you can do with an Xterra

[biglos454]

this thing is amazing! :drool::drool:i can only hope my rig will be a quarter of what yours is! great job man its simply beautiful. any updates?:drool:

[Cody1771]

i got my pull pall from offroaddesign.com

[JamesDowning]

This guy has been seriously MIA...

eXpeditionXterra: Last Activity: 01-11-2009

Hopefully he comes back soon, I've really enjoyed following this thread.

[eXpeditionXterra]

Hey guys. Sorry for the MIA. It has been a while. Tons of things going on right now.

There were some delays in the Xterra work due to not being able to pay off the grossly expensive dynatrac axle right away.

Luckily that is all taken care of, and the X is on its way back to life. Here is a teaser or two of the 3-link system.

Sorry about the pictures.. taken with a cell phone haha.

[X_Trippin]

That's some nice fab work on that skid, I like how it encompasses the mounting point for the links.

[Rev]

Well now I know why noone is posting in my build thread, compared to this mine is wimpy. :drool:

[eXpeditionXterra]

A couple more progress shots. Shock towers, more of the skid/crossmember/link mount.

[maXTERRA]

Go to be the best X (or any vehicle for that matter) Expedition Rig I've seen!
Awesome build for sure. I'm hooked on this thread:smiley_drive:

[fangars]

Awesome rig, amazing how much can be improved on an already capable vehicle.

[92 red cummins]

Testing out the equipment mounting. You can see the two boxes mated together very well.
http://www.xterrawolf.com/images/xterra/console6.jpg

do you like those seat covers? and by the way nice x:Wow1:

[Box Rocket]

I have those same seat covers in my Cruiser. For Autozone cheapos they are pretty durable, and I love all the pockets in the back and sides.

[cipioxx]

I love your truck. What an inspiration.

[Creek]

THE best X out there...always amazed!

[Backwoods Rambler]

Why the decision to go SAS....especially after all the talk of how capable the IFS was. Not knocking it, just curious.


EDIT: Extremely nice build BTW!

[eXpeditionXterra]

Well, I was wrong. Plain and simple. I broke too many A-arms even after being "beefed up".

But I dont think THIS is going to break any time soon.. at least I hope not!!!

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/sas01.jpg

[Silver dude]

What a tease we need more pics!!

Only the best as with the rest of this rig. Fox coil overs, Dynatrac axles, sheese

[Brutus_skX]

^^ x2

[Momrocks]

Every time I review this build thread my pants get tight. Stellar Rig!

[eXpeditionXterra]

What a tease we need more pics!!

Only the best as with the rest of this rig. Fox coil overs, Dynatrac axles, sheese

Okay here are a couple more...

[Brutus_skX]

:drool::drool::drool:

[Akecj7]

which antenna did you use for you HF radio (part number)? Great build!

[TNxterra]

None of your photos are showing up...

[soonenough]

Hey eXpeditionXterra, is this your Xterra in these (http://www.flickr.com/photos/ut48/sets/72157622293844289/) pics?

[bobDog]

I'm not seeing any pics either.:coffee:

[eXpeditionXterra]

Working on the hosting now.. will have the pics back online soon.

[bobDog]

Working on the hosting now.. will have the pics back online soon.Why not just put them here?

[eXpeditionXterra]

Why not just put them here?

All fixed...

[Scott39]

That looks super nice!

[Silver dude]

Any at a distance pictures so we can get a feel for the ride height overall look.:drool:

How does it ride? I've been considering a similar swap I just don't want to give up my streetability or ability to eat up fire roads at speed.

[TNxterra]

Holy hell this thing looks better every day. what's the next new thing on this amazing rig?

[Xterra05]

http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/tcooler1.jpg

On the transmission cooler, did you leave the fan as a puller or did you reverse the polarity to a pusher? Just curious.

[alexrex20]

can we get an update on this Xterra?

how about some full-view photos? i need a new desktop background!

[arlon]

Pretty amazing. When are you going to swap to a Cummins 4BT turbo diesel? Can't be much else left to do.. (-:}

[K29398]

Not saying anything new here, but totally agree x100 with all the comments on here about how sick your rig is.

Seriously, what do you do that allows you to do all these sick but expensive upgrades, let alone the time to get it done? Whatever it is, I want in! : )

Then again, I definitely don't have the know how to put it all together since I'm an electrical idiot and just slightly better in a few other mechanical areas.

I wish we had more open terrain to explore in the Northeast like you do out in the desert...man I miss living out in Utah!

Again, truly amazing build. Keep it up and the pics coming! Total inspiration man!

[eXpeditionXterra]

Replaced the cracking front cross member, and designed a new front plate to compliment the solid axle. The designs weren't just for looks, I wanted good ventilation for an oil cooler install.

Also, we are finalizing the rear end with 2.0 fox piggy back shocks, and integrated in to the rear shock tower/crossmembers is the aux fuel tank.

[eXpeditionXterra]

Oh also, got new tires 35" TOYO Open country MTs will have pics soon.

[alexrex20]

looking forward to more pics! maybe some wide-angle shots of the whole truck? keep up the awesome work!

[XterraVT]

What an awesome Overland X

Keeping this build info in a sticky on my comp.

[steelcityslicker]

Fantastic work you are doing there! Just curious, what are you using for a front sway bar? Any pics of it?

Thanks.

[eXpeditionXterra]

Finally a side view.. sitting a little high, unloaded. But new rubber 35" toyo MTs!

No rear shocks or aux tank in yet, so she may be sitting lower when those are in.

[fishy_frontier]

Looks fantastic!

[dark_knight]

Wow.....first thing I clicked after joining.

That is rich!! The envy of any expedition type vehicle

[IZVERG]

One HELLUVA X build! Looks amazing, bro!

[maxama10]

Am I the only one that is having trouble viewing the pictures on the first page?

[BlackX]

Am I the only one that is having trouble viewing the pictures on the first page?
No. They have probably been removed from whatever photo hosting site he uses.

[eXpeditionXterra]

After dealing with braking problems, it looks like the X is alive again. Had to replace the master with an early Chevy that could push more fluid.

Rear end is finished, fox piggy back racing shocks, custom shock towers, Toby did a really slick job making the lower shock mounts to be low-profile and integrate with the Light Racing jounce shocks.

[eXpeditionXterra]

One more, of the finished front skid plate :)

[JamesDowning]

Whats the total lift amount... 12"?

How is the body roll in the corners? Did you fab up new swaybars?
http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=44119&d=1279408446

[HARDTRAILZ]

Nicely done. I plan on a similar adventure with my rig soon.

[eXpeditionXterra]

I'm not sure what the total lift amount was. There is no possible way of getting a sway-bar up front. The location that Calmini uses (the valley between the tranny and the engine), is intersected by the third link. Coming from the front is also impossible due to the pitman arm, and the tire clearances.

Luckily, with the coil combo I have on there now, the front doesn't sway much at all. The rear is another story though... Due to the weight I have up top with the tent, the new height of the vehicle, and the flexy deaver leaf pack, the back sways like a drunk monkey. To combat this, we are installing a bad *** rear sway-bar. Should be just about perfect for me with that. And I drive some nasty roads.

[mayoibushi]

pic links are all broken

[Project510]

Nice rig, pics after 4/28/10 work for me.. the rest dont

[eXpeditionXterra]

Guys, I am working on the picture issue.. hang in there.

More progress made. Changed spring configuration in the front which dropped it an inch or so, and eats up some sway.

Installed a rear swaybar that means business!

It is really dialed in now.

[maXTERRA]

Looking pretty BA!
Nice job on the shock mounts too!

This has been quite a build. Now you need to publish everything you've done and learned in this project :-)

[eXpeditionXterra]

First time on the dirt in around 2 years. Wow, what a long project. :wings:

More to come soon.

[Mamontof]

First time on the dirt in around 2 years. Wow, what a long project. :wings:

More to come soon.

Wow You build to climb !!!!
Great result !!!

Hay fast you can travel in HWY ?

[eXpeditionXterra]

Wow You build to climb !!!!
Great result !!!

Hay fast you can travel in HWY ?

With the new configuration and swaybars, 80MPH is no problem at all. Handles like a race car.

[eXpeditionXterra]

Images fixed

[OzX]

First time on the dirt in around 2 years. Wow, what a long project. :wings:

More to come soon.

Looks Great - good work. You've built an awesome rig

[Kopf-Jaegar]

I See that you have the Deaver Packs but what part number did you use, in order for that to fit the 04 X because they dont advertise the packs for Xterra's

[eXpeditionXterra]

I See that you have the Deaver Packs but what part number did you use, in order for that to fit the 04 X because they dont advertise the packs for Xterra's

At first it was an SLR pack made by Deaver... then I wasn't happy, so I drove down to Deaver and had them customize it.

[eXpeditionXterra]

kind of a cool before and after comparison..

[Kopf-Jaegar]

Well I definately cannot do that.. haha but thanks anyways!

[sasfrontier]

Does toby have a cad file for that skid/link mount/trans mount? If so i want him to build me one. I have seen his work over on pirate and it is top notch.

Xterra is sick!

[eXpeditionXterra]

Does toby have a cad file for that skid/link mount/trans mount? If so i want him to build me one. I have seen his work over on pirate and it is top notch.

Xterra is sick!

Yeah, as you probably know, Toby builds everything in SolidWorks.

He can whip another one up I'm sure. Give him a ring.

[06_footy]

omg this thing is sick!

[trailz]

sweet.... you work very well! Unique & fonctional! I love your truck! Congrats!

[Morb]

I assume your front bumper is a Shrock. Did you have any issues mounting the Warn XD9000i?

[steelcityslicker]

Great work. The truck looks fantastic. It's so awesome to see someone doing things just outside the box. And ya gotta love pics of Xs with front end flex!!!

Thanks for sharing. What's next?

[Mr. D]

Congrats on an absolutely amazing xterra !

[Morb]

I'm curious about that Touchtek VI system. How did you manage to mount it where you did? Did you relocate the evap lines and the sensor that was sitting there?

The newer model seems to be a lot bigger (10X10) and I might have to mount it somewhere in the cab, or possibly in the back. I don't think I can fit it under the hood.

Where did you get it from?

[eXpeditionXterra]

I assume your front bumper is a Shrock. Did you have any issues mounting the Warn XD9000i?

No issues at all. It was made for an integrated solenoid.

[eXpeditionXterra]

I'm curious about that Touchtek VI system. How did you manage to mount it where you did? Did you relocate the evap lines and the sensor that was sitting there?

The newer model seems to be a lot bigger (10X10) and I might have to mount it somewhere in the cab, or possibly in the back. I don't think I can fit it under the hood.

Where did you get it from?

I simply made a custom bracket to re-orient some of the evap stuff, and create a flat mounting surface for the box.

There is no way the newer one would fit there though.

I got it from my friend Yawan at Kodiak industries. http://www.kodiakinc.com 408-591-1029

[ZR2nit]

Free Bump on a sweet rig. Have you got any updates??? What about the trailer you mentioned?? Oh are you planning on going ATW with your final setup??? BTW sweet ride :drool:

[eXpeditionXterra]

Free Bump on a sweet rig. Have you got any updates??? What about the trailer you mentioned?? Oh are you planning on going ATW with your final setup??? BTW sweet ride :drool:

Yes, updates soon!

[Morb]

There is no way the newer one would fit there though.

http://www.kodiakinc.com 408-591-1029

Yeah, I've been looking for somewhere to mount it. The newer model is huge, and much bigger than it appears in the images. The switch panel is monstrous. I'm probably going to have to do a custom console similar to yours just to house the electrics.

[eXpeditionXterra]

Yeah, I've been looking for somewhere to mount it. The newer model is huge, and much bigger than it appears in the images. The switch panel is monstrous. I'm probably going to have to do a custom console similar to yours just to house the electrics.

Looks like somebody came out with a new one. It is a fraction the size of the others.

[Morb]

Linky? I haven't installed the other one yet so perhaps I can sell it to someone with more installation space.

[eXpeditionXterra]

Linky? I haven't installed the other one yet so perhaps I can sell it to someone with more installation space.

I don't have a link yet, but I will post one if I can. If you want you can get the dimensions from Yawan at 408-591-1029

[xkid]

At the begining of this thread you gave a middle finger to the Calamini UCA's.Did you have a problem with them or what.I looking to buy some UCA's from somewhere.Nice rig BTW.

[Justincredible]

That is one hell of a rig.
Any new news on your solar power, wind power, and rear glass delete?

[Rubicon_Fan]

Awesome rig! Absolutely SICK!


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[Jean-Seb]

Nice work throughout ! Keep it up !

[Medic14]

Strong work! I joined this site after seeing the pictures of your X. I am now motivated to leave the rally car scene and build something bigger... :sombrero:

[eXpeditionXterra]

Thanks for the compliments. Sorry I haven't updated in a while, been fairly busy. Anyway.. I head out to Prescott next week to pick up the next addition to the rig. Excited about that one.

I'll post pictures when I can.

[Casper]

Hmmmm, I wonder what on earth that could be???? :sombrero:

Cheers,
Josh
&
Porthos

[eXpeditionXterra]

Hmmmm, I wonder what on earth that could be???? :sombrero:

Cheers,
Josh
&
Porthos

I know right? Going on like.. 5 years since I first saw yours in Moab.

[Casper]

I know right? Going on like.. 5 years since I first saw yours in Moab.

Haha, as long as you finally get one, that's all that counts. You will LOVE it, just make sure to tell Martyn and Mario I was the insperation for your purchase. :victory:

You gonna make it to Moab this year?

Cheers,
Josh
&
Porthos
:smiley_drive:

[eXpeditionXterra]

Feel like a father bringing home a new born...

http://seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/trailer1.jpg

[Casper]

Sweeeeet. :wings:

I have to complain about one thing though, you and photos.....what's up??? I know you are a good photographer, so why do you always post "teaser" pics???? :mad: Never the full thing???? :Wow1:

Hehe, just teasing. :ylsmoke:

Congrates on the trailer, you are going to love it.

Cheers,
Josh
&
Porthos
:smiley_drive:

[eXpeditionXterra]

Only because I was pulling it with the 4Runner, so it wouldn't have been appropriate for this thread...

But here you go... Picked it up in AZ then headed to OR through NV, and am on the way back to CA after some steelhead fishing on the rogue.

http://seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/trailer2.jpg

http://seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/trailer3.jpg

(phone pics)

[Casper]

Nice looking. You have got to be stoked about it. Who cares if your pulling it with the Toy, as long as we get to see it.

Congrats dude,

JSP

[Slipstream]

Wow. A very well planned and executed build.

You mentioned on board water earlier. Were you referring to potable (drinking) water? Where did you end up mounting this?

[eXpeditionXterra]

Wow. A very well planned and executed build.

You mentioned on board water earlier. Were you referring to potable (drinking) water? Where did you end up mounting this?

I have a 5 gallon frontrunner can just in front of the fridge in the truck, and now the 20 gallon tank on the trailer.

The 5 gallon tank replaced the odyssey battery that was located behind the fridge originally.. I just recently relocated the two auxiliary 2150 batteries to the rear passenger floor boards.

[Shu x]

Like others have said, you are truly an inspiration. Any updates on the solar power? I'm very curious to see how you'll implement this, but no rush. :sombrero:

[mayoibushi]

updates!

can you post a pic of everything in the truck like a outside, under, inside drivers, inside passenger, rear etc. I wanna see the whole layout and im sure others will also.

[Morb]

I don't have a link yet, but I will post one if I can. If you want you can get the dimensions from Yawan at 408-591-1029

Would that be the Kodiak Softek 6?

[Dgurley2000]

Radios installed:


http://www.seeksolitude.com/images/xterra/ham1.jpg


Jason - I have this same setup, but with different components. I'm starting to second guess it as I was thinking about what would happen if I take on water in the cab. Do you have any thoughts about this?

[Morb]

I was thinking the same thing too, but if I have water at that level I probably have other things to worry about. Regardless, I mounted all my gear on the back of the rear passenger seat after shimming in plywood betrween the seatback and the fabric. I can't pull that seat out as it's the jump seat for the youngin right now, so I might as well make use of it.