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gtxracer 02.10.2009 10:07 PM

I sold my Jeep!
 
Yep, the one in my avatar, Project RUB IT OUT. I want something easier to drive and better suited for upcoming full time college. I'll be separating from Active Duty and going to the Guard. I thought about staying AD, but it just isn't what I want out of life. Sure 20 years then retirement sounds good, but every retired guy I see looks 65 when they're only 40, is overweight, and hasn't really done anything other than serve. Don't get me wrong, I love serving and those guys should be honored for their service, but I want something different.

Anyway, sold the Jeep, looking at Xterras. Anyone on here have one? I want an 02+ with 4x4 and the Rockford Fosgate sound system. I'm looking at an all black supercharged '02 but it doesn't have the RF system. Can anyone tell me if the RF system is worth waiting for?

trev3813 02.10.2009 10:26 PM

Oh, thats a cool looking jeep, any more pics? Specs?

jnev 02.10.2009 10:29 PM

My brother has an 05 Xterra... can I ask why you're looking at a first gen over a 2nd generation? It really is a great car, on and offroad. Plenty of upgrades for offroading and very comfortable for long trips on the road. Check out Shrockworks for offroad upgrades. Not sure what options there are with the 1st gen, but if you go for the 2nd gen (05+), make sure you get it with the offroad package. Comes with bigger tires, locking rear diff, and a little heavier duty suspension. Let me know if you want more info on the 2nd gen. I can ask him anything you want about the car. :wink:

gtxracer 02.10.2009 11:20 PM

I would really enjoy the 2nd gen, I almost bought one with the Offroad package but it had a rebuilt title and I'm pretty sure he snagged the rear axle out of it with the locker. :(

First gens can be had for around $8K, so I can buy it cash and have some money left over without a car payment. This way it will be $250-$300 cheaper each month! :mdr: Besides, if I like the first gen a lot, I can get a 2nd gen later on when I finish college. Plus I like round headlights, haha.

I have a few pics floating around here of the Jeep. Search under my name, they should be here still.

gtxracer 02.15.2009 06:01 PM

Okay, I guess I fibbed. I test drove an '04 Nissan Titan yesterday and loved it. So I'm probably buy it tomorrow. I already gave him an offer and he accepted so hopefully I drive it home!!!

jnev 02.15.2009 10:59 PM

Awesome! Those are great trucks. 4wd I'm assuming? :wink:

gtxracer 02.16.2009 01:37 AM

Oh yeah, 4WD :mdr: Silver, king cab, 5.6L V8, tons of power. Still gets pretty decent gas mileage too. I'm going to try to add a few upgrades to make the MPG even better, hopefully about 20.

Unsullied_Spy 02.16.2009 02:46 AM

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Originally Posted by gtxracer (Post 261950)
Okay, I guess I fibbed. I test drove an '04 Nissan Titan yesterday and loved it. So I'm probably buy it tomorrow. I already gave him an offer and he accepted so hopefully I drive it home!!!

An '04 :gasp: I hope he's had some work done to it. That's the first year they were out and were TERRIBLY reliable. Rear diffs and transmissions, to be precise.

rootar 02.16.2009 08:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Unsullied_Spy (Post 262144)
An '04 :gasp: I hope he's had some work done to it. That's the first year they were out and were TERRIBLY reliable. Rear diffs and transmissions, to be precise.

yea he is definetly right, itd really be worth your while to wait and hunt around for an 05 or even better an 06, there is ALOT you can do with the titans as they have big aftermarket following.

gtxracer 02.16.2009 01:18 PM

I actually haven't heard anything about those problems. I did hear that the D44-clone rear diff was kinda weak, but that's when you do a lot of towing. I would suspect the transmission is the same way.

Thing is, I don't have the time to hunt for an '05 because another deal like this won't come around for a long time. I'm paying cash, don't want another car payment and this fits the bill for what I have saved up. I checked out the truck well, got under it, checked for leaks, drove it, floored it, etc etc. Everything worked fine and was like it should be.

Takedown 02.16.2009 01:20 PM

Damn dude thats a beaut!

gtxracer 02.16.2009 01:23 PM

Thanks Takedown!

Here's a link to recalls and problems. Looks like Nissan will take care of it if there's a problem. They're pretty good at customer service from what I've heard.

http://www.internetautoguide.com/aut...tan/index.html

Actual Titan I'm buying:

http://images.craigslist.org/3nc3md3...51624711f1.jpghttp://images.craigslist.org/3p33o23...3b464915fb.jpg

Takedown 02.16.2009 01:38 PM

Very very neat. Have you concidered a newer Dodge Ram, Honda Ridgeline, newer Toyota Tundra, newer Dodge Durango...?

gtxracer 02.16.2009 01:47 PM

Dodge Ram and Toyota Tundra, yes. The other two, the Durango and Ridgeline, I don't like at all. I actually just wanted an Xterra, but this was a great deal.

Takedown 02.16.2009 01:51 PM

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Originally Posted by gtxracer (Post 262259)
Dodge Ram and Toyota Tundra, yes. The other two, the Durango and Ridgeline, I don't like at all. I actually just wanted an Xterra, but this was a great deal.

I am a dodge guy and the new 09 rams are sick. I really want one.:yes:

gtxracer 02.16.2009 02:20 PM

Oh yeah the new ones are great looking, but I'll never spend that much on a car.

BL_RV0 02.16.2009 02:57 PM

Do you plan to lift the titan?

gtxracer 02.16.2009 03:47 PM

Later on, yes. For now, no way, haha. It will only be a mild lift, nothing big or jacked up to the point where it doesn't look clean and limits the trucks function.

Takedown 02.16.2009 03:56 PM

Then yes get it. Any truck lifted looks good in my opinion.

BL_RV0 02.16.2009 04:25 PM

Yeah, I think a 4" lift would be best.

Takedown 02.16.2009 04:36 PM

Eh I dont know BL_RV0. Trucks look good with very high lifts. Im thinking 6in+ lift with some boggers.:diablo:

gtxracer 02.16.2009 05:22 PM

You have fun with that 6" lift :lol:

It will come later, much later. It has brand new tires on it so I at least need to use them up before changing anything. Plus there's some cosmetic damages I need to address first.


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