wreckdiver1321
Overlander
Thanks! There is much more to come, so stay tuned!
Thanks man! It's getting there. Still tons to do, but it's starting to become the exploring rig I'm hoping to make.
WreckDiver1321's 2003 Frontier CC SC
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Thanks! There is much more to come, so stay tuned!
Thanks man! It's getting there. Still tons to do, but it's starting to become the exploring rig I'm hoping to make.
partsflyin
Adventurer
I'm super jealous of the RTT. I have always been interested in having an RTT but with my handicap it wouldn't be feasible for me to have one.
The sheer usability of your setup is going to be fantastic ! Hop in the truck and head for the mountains !
The sheer usability of your setup is going to be fantastic ! Hop in the truck and head for the mountains !
wreckdiver1321
Overlander
Haha thanks! I've heard that a couple times. I'm really loving having the truck I would drool over.
That's the basic idea. Keep it usable in everyday conditions while being a totally self contained camping vehicle. It's kind of a tall order in such a small truck, but I think it's working out rather well!
wreckdiver1321
Overlander
Okay so... The cold and winter blend has to be affecting my range. The weather dipped down to -5 recently, and my mileage went down to 10. The temp got to 16 today, and it's running 12. This truck hates the cold weather! Kind of wishing I didn't have the S/C engine. Would gladly trade the power for a less fussy powerplant.
I really hope the mileage improves with the weather change. It's seriously bumming me out. I can't seem to figure out why it's so bad right now. If it doesn't improve as much as I'd hope, I'll either have to shell out the big bucks for a larger tank or stop modding and save for a gen 2
I seriously thought today, "You know, if they made this truck (crew cab, short box, 4x4) with the 4 cylinder, I'd be trying awfully hard to find one."
Sad thoughts.
I really hope the mileage improves with the weather change. It's seriously bumming me out. I can't seem to figure out why it's so bad right now. If it doesn't improve as much as I'd hope, I'll either have to shell out the big bucks for a larger tank or stop modding and save for a gen 2
I seriously thought today, "You know, if they made this truck (crew cab, short box, 4x4) with the 4 cylinder, I'd be trying awfully hard to find one."
Sad thoughts.
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wreckdiver1321
Overlander
I'm not sure it's just an easy swap. The serpentine belt routing is totally different for one. I know of a couple people who asked about adding the supercharger to a NA engine, and they were told it's just simpler to buy a truck with the SC engine. I assume it would be equally difficult to go the other way.
I really do know it will get better, but it's just bumming me out.
But I will be looking at getting a bigger fuel tank.
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mortonm
Expedition Leader
It could be worse, we pay $5 a gallon routinely for gas here. ($1.30/L)
Love going to the US and getting gas for like $3.50 a gallon
wreckdiver1321
Overlander
You make a good point. Could be worse.
mortonm
Expedition Leader
I don't even bother calculating anymore, won't make it any better so when I need gas I fill it up and don't even think about it
wreckdiver1321
Overlander
I don't care much at all about the mileage. I just don't like the pitiful range. That's really the only reason I watch it. I'd love to average 16ish like Co-Opski does.
mortonm
Expedition Leader
wreckdiver1321
Overlander
Must be.
There might be a way to get a belt that will bypass the supercharger. If there is, then I might be able to swap intakes.
mortonm
Expedition Leader
What belt is the supercharger on? Power steering etc ?
wreckdiver1321
Overlander
There are 3 belts on mine. It's on the AC belt.
mortonm
Expedition Leader
Ahh okay, three on mine also. I just changed them out yesterday so I know them well haha