richard310's 04 Xterra
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richard310
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I enjoy and have interest in it, but I'm just a gun enthusiast.
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Oh nice! I'm a Gun Nut myself. Just got out of the military. I was a Swat Team Leader in the Air Force. I love everything about guns, tactics, EDC, etc,
-Jonny
richard310
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Very nice. The tactics part I'd really like to get into. Matter of fact I had a dream last night where we were room clearing and I botched the whole plan. Woops. A weird dream.
But I do plan on taking some more advanced tac classes in the near future as we have some locally. I've been more focused on work and getting the truck setup the way i like. I've got enough ammo to last me for awhile so the guns are on the back burner for now. I would love to snag a 1911 though...
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Me too, man. It may sound childish, but I'm trying to make mine like an actual assault/Overlanding vehicle.
-Jonny
richard310
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Not sure how to make an assault vehicle out of an Xterra but I'd like to see the end result! There better be AR500 steel in the door, underbody and panels, with a mounted gun up top. You might need a more powerful engine to accommodate the up armoring
hahaha kidding.I'd actually like to see some spiffy AR mounts and ammo storage areas. Lots of Molle straps for customization. And don't forget cargo nets too. That reminds me, i need some cargo nets/bungee cord in the trunk since my storage boxes slide around a lot.
wreckdiver1321
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Expedition Overland's Tacoma build shows a couple of cool AR mount pics. I've been tossing this idea around for a 12 gauge. Be nice to have that in addition to my .45 bear gun!
I had some bungee nets in the back of my old Disco. They were great for holding stuff down, even a full set of scuba gear, including double steel tanks that alone weigh 72 lbs.
richard310
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You lucky Montanians... It's too bad here in California, I cannot mount it like they did in the front cabin. With the raised roof line, it would actually be a great place right behind the front seats on the ceiling. Oh well.
mortonm - I'll have to check them out. It's nice having a large storage bin but it really bothers me when stuff starts rolling or sliding around. Might end up building a drawer/deck in the trunk with locking sliders to strap stuff down with. Maybe even a sleeping platform for those just-in-case moments.
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Not sure how to make an assault vehicle out of an Xterra but I'd like to see the end result! There better be AR500 steel in the door, underbody and panels, with a mounted gun up top. You might need a more powerful engine to accommodate the up armoring
I'd actually like to see some spiffy AR mounts and ammo storage areas. Lots of Molle straps for customization. And don't forget cargo nets too. That reminds me, i need some cargo nets/bungee cord in the trunk since my storage boxes slide around a lot.
It's easy. Just takes money!
I was thinking of stuffing some phone books in the door panels for bullet resistance, but that won't work for River crossings. I'll need to rhino line certain parts of the vehicle to know that it'll be safe and take a beating in the bottom areas, darken the wheels, get a spotlight, molle and nets are a must, holster to accommodate certain weapon systems, etc. I don't want to give too much.
-Jonny
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I love that build, as well as that show! I used to live in MT, and saddens me that I've never heard of these guys until AFTER I had moved.
-Jonny
richard310
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It's easy. Just takes money!
I was thinking of stuffing some phone books in the door panels for bullet resistance, but that won't work for River crossings. I'll need to rhino line certain parts of the vehicle to know that it'll be safe and take a beating in the bottom areas, darken the wheels, get a spotlight, molle and nets are a must, holster to accommodate certain weapon systems, etc. I don't want to give too much.
-Jonny
Haha phone books. Those better be Yellow Pages. I'm thinking of throwing on some 1.5" spacers to give the X a little more lateral stability and a better stance. Then either blackout or charcoal the stock wheels too until the tires need replacing. Then some NATO-esque steelies or something similar.
I ran through that entire thread and was quite surprised at the anti gun reaction and how long it lasted. I dont go anywhere unarmed. The attacks are petty if you ask me, but the build and the vid series are pretty awesome.
By the way, I checked out your build link and so far so good! Looks great and can't wait to see more!
I never registered with any more sites (ie: xterranation, sccx, etc) because of the bad tidings of modding and ideas that may come about. I'll stick with ExPo and Google if I need anything.
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richard310
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My Xoskel LoPro Light Cage just came in today. Product looks great, welds, powdercoat and all.
I'll be grabbing some lights online this weekend or the next. Two 6" 1,125-Lumen white LEDs on the outside and Two 6" 35w 3000k HID flood conversions on the inner mounts with separate switches for each pair. We'll see how this works out. I'll get pics up once I get the lights installed and wired up. Have to find a place for the switches in the meantime.
Been reading up on the wiring and is it necessary to wire up the switch to, say the high beams or driving lights? Or can I just wire it straight to the battery?
I'll be grabbing some lights online this weekend or the next. Two 6" 1,125-Lumen white LEDs on the outside and Two 6" 35w 3000k HID flood conversions on the inner mounts with separate switches for each pair. We'll see how this works out. I'll get pics up once I get the lights installed and wired up. Have to find a place for the switches in the meantime.
Been reading up on the wiring and is it necessary to wire up the switch to, say the high beams or driving lights? Or can I just wire it straight to the battery?