"Lola" - WreckDiver1321's 2005 Frontier CC/SB Nismo Build and Adventure Thread
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Stokelyvancamp
New member
wreckdiver1321
Overlander
Thank you sir! No, it's an eBay knockoff. But the quality is pretty good for the price and I'm happy with it.
As far as the locker goes, it kind of depends. When the trails get tougher, I try to use the locker as much as possible. It helps so much with being able to control the truck, and it has kept me from getting stuck or damaged many times. Obviously I don't use it on fire roads and the like, but any time I see off camber situations or really loose terrain, the locker gets locked. I want to do as little damage to the trail and the truck as possible.
Haha thanks man! I try. You're right, there wasn't even any attempt to be fancy with it. I just wanted to give a representation of how little the snorkel has an effect on my vision.
We spent the last 9 days in the Black Hills and Badlands...kept looking for ExPo members while there and it sounds like we were close to crossing paths. I've got to put together a trip report once I download photos from the card although mine will not be up to par with your work - very nice photos indeed.
Have you done anything to seal your tailgate? On our Devil's Tower day, we came back by way of Cement Ridge lookout, Spearfish Canyon, down to Rochford and Mystic on the way back to Rapid City. I've always had toppers on my trucks and know negative air pressure can pull in dust, but the huge gaps in the design of the Frontier tailgate gave me the honor of massive amounts of dust inside the bed/topper. I've got to figure out how to seal it up better.
Have you done anything to seal your tailgate? On our Devil's Tower day, we came back by way of Cement Ridge lookout, Spearfish Canyon, down to Rochford and Mystic on the way back to Rapid City. I've always had toppers on my trucks and know negative air pressure can pull in dust, but the huge gaps in the design of the Frontier tailgate gave me the honor of massive amounts of dust inside the bed/topper. I've got to figure out how to seal it up better.
wreckdiver1321
Overlander
Thanks man. It was a blast to explore and go to places and environments I don't usually go. I was also on the lookout. Sadly didn't catch a glimpse of anyone in a super-duper cool expo truck.
I have not gotten the chance to seal mine yet either. I do get some dust problems as well, so I'm planning on getting a tailgate seal kit relatively soon. I agree that the gaps between the bed and the tailgate are ridiculously enormous. But I haven't been having any water ingress issues, so I imagine all I really need to seal up is the tailgate. A small vent on the cap would be really nice to help cut down on the dust intrusion I imagine, but not sure how I would go about that. Or if I'd want to.
I'm not sure my 2012 Frontier would qualify as a super cool expo truck parked next to yours but it gets the job done.
I may lift the Leer shell off and remove the drop-in bed liner. Its keeping the forward edge of the shell just behind the cab from sealing properly and I do get a small amount of water intrusion there. Plus the bed liner wastes several inches of room on each side the way it is molded. Once I do that I'm going to work on the tailgate sealing issue. If you find a good tailgate seal let us know. I'll probably try and pick up a couple of different sizes although it may take a swimming pool noodle to fill some of those gaps!
I may lift the Leer shell off and remove the drop-in bed liner. Its keeping the forward edge of the shell just behind the cab from sealing properly and I do get a small amount of water intrusion there. Plus the bed liner wastes several inches of room on each side the way it is molded. Once I do that I'm going to work on the tailgate sealing issue. If you find a good tailgate seal let us know. I'll probably try and pick up a couple of different sizes although it may take a swimming pool noodle to fill some of those gaps!
Dmski
Adventurer
Interesting you should say that. It's the one reason I wish I had the locker. It would be less wear and tear I feel like on the vehicle for those loose rock and off camber sections.
rickashay
Explorer
I haven't stopped by here in a while, regrettably. Your photos are amazing... I think we need to take turns showing each other around our respective areas. OzTent and the Snorkel are awesome, your rig is suited so perfectly for overland and expedition travel, and still looks so clean and not overdone. Excellent job overall!
FWIW I dig the RallyArmor mud flaps.
FWIW I dig the RallyArmor mud flaps.
What beautiful country you live in. I was at East Rosebud Lake for a night last month (following your recommendation, had a great burger in Roscoe). I've watched your build with interest. It's well thought out and very well done. I have some Hella compacts I'm thinking about replacing and like your choice of lights. Exactly which model are those?
Oh, btw, your photography is spectacular!
Oh, btw, your photography is spectacular!
wreckdiver1321
Overlander
Haha true story there.
Nice, clean looking Frontiers are another thing I'm always looking out for.
Definitely get that drop-in liner out. That will help immensely with sealing the bed. Mine doesn't let anything in from anywhere except the tailgate.
That is what I like the most about it. I feel like I have to thrash on the truck a lot less to make it over obstacles.
Thanks Addison! Always been a fan of your builds and photos.
I agree, you should come down to Montana. I'll show you around, be your tour guide. I know you're not too far from the border with me. And I already have plans to go to BC/AB this August. Once I get the dates dialed in I will certainly let you know. I'd love to take the grand tour.
Thanks man for the kind words. The truck is constantly getting closer to where I want it. I'm really happy with how it's shaping up, and I'm not too far off being done with all the major stuff. It's an exciting feeling.
Yeah Montana is a fantastic place to explore! East Rosebud is a stunningly beautiful place. Pretty much anywhere in the Beartooths is though. I really love it out there. And there's a couple really nice trails to explore!
Thanks about the truck. It's been my favorite truck to own and build so far. I can see owning it for a long time. I'm fairly sure this truck could survive a nuke. Feels as tight as the day I got it. As for the lights, they are Hella Rallye 4000s, but they are two different beam patterns. One is a Euro beam, which is kind of like a driving beam, and the other one is called a cornering beam, which is basically a flood light. http://www.rallylights.com/hella-rallye-4000-driving-pencil-fog-or-cornering-lamp.html
Thanks!
wreckdiver1321
Overlander
Oh, and I will officially be attending the Northwest Overland Rally in Washington in two weeks
Dmski
Adventurer
Oh, and I will officially be attending the Northwest Overland Rally in Washington in two weeks
Awesome! I'll be going with a few friends so I'll have to look out for your rig!
wreckdiver1321
Overlander
Awesome! Can't wait to meet you guys. I will have a nice selection of made in Montana brews for people to try as well, so make sure to stop and chat a while.