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Discussion starter · #21 ·
Love the seats.
I originally did not want the leather seats... but after thinking about how dirty the cloth seats got in my Frontier, I realized that these would be much easier to keep clean. I also wasn't too excited about heated seats but now that winter has come, I love that option!

These seats are super comfortable and are getting better and better as they break in.
 
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That Rocky Gap trail would be right up Brian's alley.
Yup. That one and the Nelson Loops I took you on with all the waterfalls. That's probably my favorite. Still have yet to get out to Logandale (mini Moab) to check it out though.
 
Discussion starter · #24 ·
Sliders are on the way

My White Knuckle Sliders are scheduled to be delivered on tuesday! WOOHOO! They were ordered 11/5, so they are ahead of the 6 wk estimate.

The shims to correct the drive shaft vibration should be here tomorrow or monday. It seems like the vibration is getting less noticeable by the day but I am still going to install the shims to correct the pinion angle.

Tomorrow I am going to mount the gas tank skid and plot out the modifications needed to make the transfer case skid fit. Once that is finished the last piece of armor that I need to decide on is the differential cover. There are a lot more options for the M226 than the C200K. It can wait and will not stop me from getting back on the horse and onto the trails!

I turned over 1700 miles tonight on my way home from seeing Jason Bonham's Led Zeppelin Experience. What a great show that was.... if you are a LZ fan don't miss the chance to see them. This was the 1st show of a short 10 date US tour so check it out on Ticketmaster.

The mod's are coming fast and furious for my new X and I can't hardly wait to get it off the pavement and engage 4 wheel drive!! It looks like we are going to get quite a bit of rain leading up to next w/e, which will dampen (ha,ha!) the need to get on the trail as I am not interested in a maiden voyage that involves mud...
 
Discussion starter · #26 ·
Nice Xterra! Pretty much exactly how I would build one. What do you think of the stock Hankook tires? I've been eyeing them for my '10 Pro4x.
I had 2 sets of Hankook Atm's on my Frontier and absolutely loved them. They worked well in every condition except heavy mud. I ran the E rated LT version and really liked how well they handled the twisting mountain roads where I live. I only had them in snow a couple times and they did pretty well but I don't have a lot of experience driving in snow.

The X came with the P version of the same tread pattern and on the road they ride great but I still have my anti roll bars attached. I removed the front anti roll bar on the truck and with the Radflo's and 650 lb springs, you could barely tell that the bar was removed.

I am considering a change to 285's and a more aggressive tread pattern but I may wait a while. My local tire shop (Skip's) run's a yearly sale in summer where you buy 2 and get 2 tires free with road hazard and alignment purchased.
 
I am considering a change to 285's and a more aggressive tread pattern but I may wait a while. My local tire shop (Skip's) run's a yearly sale in summer where you buy 2 and get 2 tires free with road hazard and alignment purchased.
Four tires for the price of two... sign me up. I was planning to get new tires next spring, but I would consider waiting to get this deal.
 
Discussion starter · #29 · (Edited)
More time under the X

I test fit the gas tank skid yesterday and modified the outer rear bracket and drilled the skid to add the mounting holes for that bracket. Today I got back underneath the rig and managed to get it mounted. The multiple mounting locations, involving 3 different brackets and 11 fasteners, really make it a challenge!

Next I put the transfer case skid on the jack and rolled it under there to check my planned modifications. Boy was I WAY off! So glad I checked it out before cutting the skid as it will now fit a lot better once it gets finished. I did pull out my grinder and use the cutting wheel to shorten the overall length. After spending about 30 minutes making a 10 inch cut through the 3/16" steel, I am going to try and find someone who has a heavy duty band saw to make the remaining cuts. They will be a lot cleaner and help with alignment when the time comes to weld it back together.

I also dropped the spare and re installed the hitch which I modified to remove the plug bracket. It looks great and you cannot tell that bracket was ever there.

4 of the 5 skids are now installed and my rear recovery point is back in place. Next up will be the axle vent mod and installation of the sliders. Once the transfer case skid modification is completed and the radio gets installed, I'll be ready for some dirt!
 
Discussion starter · #31 ·
I know they're a little spendy, but I really really like my ARB cover. Worth every penny.
I like the ARB too but I'm not sure about the reduced fluid capacity. Did you figure out how much less fluid it actually holds? One thing is for sure, it is definitely the toughest cover available!
 
I like the ARB too but I'm not sure about the reduced fluid capacity. Did you figure out how much less fluid it actually holds? One thing is for sure, it is definitely the toughest cover available!

I had to fact check you because I fill it so close to stock capacity that I just assumed it was supposed to take stock capacity...

Mine takes a hair over 2 qts to get the fluid to my mark on the dipstick. So assuming the mark I made is accurate, it's not all that much less than stock capacity.

Even if it is slightly less, I don't know that I'd be concerned about it on a vehicle that isn't used for towing.
 
Discussion starter · #33 ·
I had to fact check you because I fill it so close to stock capacity that I just assumed it was supposed to take stock capacity...

Mine takes a hair over 2 qts to get the fluid to my mark on the dipstick. So assuming the mark I made is accurate, it's not all that much less than stock capacity.

Even if it is slightly less, I don't know that I'd be concerned about it on a vehicle that isn't used for towing.
What? You don't believe me?? HA, HA, HA! I guess it is a non issue.

From PRG - " -Capacity.....MHT is most, PRG second, BTF then ARB...this really is trivial as the extra capacity will get you an extra 30 sec before failure if there is ever an issue..but the ARB is less than stock."
 
Discussion starter · #34 · (Edited)
One more mod

I did the axle vent mod today. I reused the fitting and hose from my Frontier and a K&N crankcase filter. I ran it up to the body support above the gas tank and zip tied into the channel right under the floor.

I also dropped off my transfer case skid at a friends machine shop to finish cutting and welding it into something that will fit my X. He said it would be ready in a couple days.

Tomorrow my White Knuckle Sliders are arriving, so hopefully I will have them installed soon.

My new rig on has 1750 miles on it but it will soon be in the same trail ready condition that my truck was in after 3 years of upgrades. I've only had the X since Oct 26th!
 
Discussion starter · #35 ·
I received my sliders and they were very well packed to avoid shipping damage. Once I got them unpacked and tried to fit the drivers up, I noticed a couple things that have me concerned and have stopped the install.

First off, the square tube on the bottom is at an angle. This means that in a hard hit on a rock the corner of the tube is going to hit. After looking at the White Knuckle website photo's, I see that I had missed this design (IMHO) error until now. I believe that tube should be flat to the ground to help support the vehicle when it contacts an obstacle, allowing it to slide on the bottom surface.

Secondly, and this is not their fault, the Hefty gas tank skid that I struggled with for several hours to install, interferes with the center mount where it wraps under the frame. Now I have to remove that skid and modify it (again) in order to mount the sliders.
 
Discussion starter · #36 · (Edited)
I pulled the gas tank skid, modified it and reinstalled before it got dark. After considering my options on the sliders, I have decided to just go ahead and install them and see how they handle the rocks.

These are the thoughts that came to mind as I was modifying the skid...

How often do you land flat on a rock anyway? If you are trying to go around a rock, this design will help keep the vehicle away from it. In reality, the corner of the tube is probably the strongest point.

We will see. Tomorrow I'm getting the transfer case skid back and will test fit it to be sure there are not any issues. Then I need to paint the bare area's after removing any remaining sharp edges.

Lucky for me Patrick has offered to help me with the slider install on thursday. Since he has already installed these on his Frontier, his experience and an extra set of capable hands will be a huge help! Thank you my friend!
 
Discussion starter · #39 · (Edited)
All Armor'd up!

I installed the White Knuckle Off Road sliders today with the help of my friend Patrick. When he arrived I already had the drivers side bolted up, then we quickly got the passenger side mounted and center punched the frame on both sides so we could drill the holes for the self tapping screws.

These sliders are very well made and although the welds are not sloppy, they are not as nice as Shrockworks welds but look to be every bit as strong. The 4 backing plates and 2 nut plates are also well made and help to ensure that the sliders mount very securely. The mounting points on the sliders as well as the large holes in the frame allow them to be adjusted fore and aft, helping to center and level them before tightening the bolts.

I also installed the transfer case skid, which was the final one to be mounted. Until my rear diff cover starts leaking or get's damaged, this complete's the armor needed to run trails.

After I went to lunch, I took a quick drive up to Big Basin State Park, which is the oldest in Calif. Here are some pictures. Redwoods are some of the largest living organism's on the planet and several have fallen in the park recently. Ever wonder what the BC in my screen name stands for? Now you know!
 

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