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1000$ Mercedes Benz + Turbo removal
2014 Mercedes Benz CLA250
Hopefully the labor pays off on this one.
Forgive the cold, and I think someone might get mad I kept saying exhaust manifold and not turbo manifold so I’m just correcting that right now.
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Nissan Xterra Engine Removal
Переглядів 3,4 тис.9 місяців тому
How does this Engine get this WINDOWED!!! running through what I do when I remove an Engine from a 2005 Nissan Xterra.
Nissan Frame Rust Warning!
Переглядів 1,6 тис.9 місяців тому
Ok the title wasn’t click bait I promise lol. While working on putting the stock gas tank back into my frontier, I discovered some rust that is turning out to be a big problem. My information is anecdotal at best, but its something to check on and Nissan frame you come across spanning these years as they were all similar in design. Regular cleaning the inside of the frame and adding a fluid fil...
Budget Nissan Frontier “LongTravel” Suspension
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Parts used and discussed 2005 Nissan Frontier/Xterra/Pathfinder 2004 Nissan Titan You will have to do your own research to confirm fit to your vehicle. Upper control arms lower control arms inner tie rods outer tie rods Brake lines lower control arm alignment bolts/you might not have these from factory or may need to cut out your existing. coilover spacer (this is really not meant to be a long ...
Nissan Frontier V8 Exhaust Clips
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2005 Nissan Frontier 2004 Nissan Titan 5.6V8 Engine and Transmission The Trucks down for some winter upgrades and just got it back together enough to move it around the shop. so heres some exhaust clips from the front back and interior. revs, idle, little burnout. Stock Exhaust Manifolds to primary catalytic converts. 2.5inch piping with two 12" resonators, to a Borla XR1 dual in dual out muffl...
Nissan Xterra blown engine rescue
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Watch me suffer as I run out to pickup a blown engine Xterra.
2005+ Nissan Frontier Xterra brake upgrade
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in this video we go over bolt on Brake upgrades you can do to your 2005 nissan frontier xterra pathfinder. I specifically left out master cylinder upgrades, the market for them seems not ironed out yet and it doesn’t seem needed. But there is at least one option out there for fitting a larger master cylinder on your frontier/xterra. Worth looking into if you are crazy. Also this is not the end ...
Nissan Frontier V8 coolant system
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Working on some winter projects I took a couple minutes to go over my current coolant system and temps. This is the best coolant setup I’ve been on since swapping the V8 with the best coolant results. Hopefully this helps!
V8 Swap Costs How Much$$!?
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Join me as a ramble on about questions and comments made on the previous V8 video. yes i see them. good sources for information on the VK swap. thenewx.org clubfrontier.org driven desire
10 8ft LED fixtures for 200$
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upgrading my lights finally at the shop and what a difference it makes. only time will tell if its worth it or not. link to lights www.amazon.com/Barrina-8500LM-Daylight-Output-Linkable/dp/B07RKZFD5Z?pd_rd_w=lnjO3&content-id=amzn1.sym.724fac2e-0491-4f7a-a10d-2221f9a8bc9a&pf_rd_p=724fac2e-0491-4f7a-a10d-2221f9a8bc9a&pf_rd_r=JMGSMATRFH46XV7HGRGK&pd_rd_wg=ZorqK&pd_rd_r=a2bf55b3-7085-49b5-920f-adb3...
Frontier Front Suspension Disassembly
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this a quick video I thought might be helpful for someone pulling apart their front suspension. 2007 nissan frontier v6 4x4 6spd. this should help for anyone with an xterra, pathfinder as well years 2005 and up.
Jeep CJ7 Barn Find
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on the road this time to pickup a jeep cj7 and bring it back to life so it can be enjoyed for more years to come.
Nissan Frontier Interior Detail Sub And Sound Deadening
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Today at the shop we tackle the gross interior on this 2008 Nissan frontier shop truck. interior teardown clean sound deadening radio fix sub install assembly up next on interior steering wheel, shift knob, floor mats, rear shelf, seat patch.
2008 Nissan VQ4.0 Engine Teardown
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I tore apart this 2008 nissan frontier vq 4.0L v6 engine to search for the cause of the knocking noise. it ended up for sure at least one rod bearing, but could be more there were multiple noises from what i can remember. the hardest part I had of disassembly were the heads. it was a 10mm allen key but with how much force you need to break them free you really want a 1/2 socketed and a big brea...
Nissan Frontier Engine Replacement
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Nissan Frontier Engine Replacement
Running 35s on Nissan Frontier
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Running 35s on Nissan Frontier
Nissan Frontier Engine Pull Prep
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Nissan Frontier Engine Pull Prep
Using Harbor Freight Pipe Threader
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Using Harbor Freight Pipe Threader
Nissan Frontier Engine Knock!
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Nissan Frontier Engine Knock!
MiniSplit In Shop First Impressions
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MiniSplit In Shop First Impressions
Autel MX808 steering angle sensor relearn
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Autel MX808 steering angle sensor relearn
Blueridge AC Bracket Support Mod/PART2
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Blueridge AC Bracket Support Mod/PART2
Adding Support To Mini-Split Condenser
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Adding Support To Mini-Split Condenser
2004 titan engine harness removal
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2004 titan engine harness removal
Nissan Frontier V8 Swap
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Nissan Frontier V8 Swap
Channel update and short term roadmap
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Channel update and short term roadmap
Nissan Frontier VK swap at ST Joe off-road
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Nissan Frontier VK swap at ST Joe off-road
Nissan Frontier Gas Tank Swap
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Nissan Frontier Gas Tank Swap

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @ericraherimanjato9688
    @ericraherimanjato9688 15 днів тому

    Will this work on a 2023 frontier 4x4

  • @oni_goroshi
    @oni_goroshi 17 днів тому

    I'm now on my second Xterra. My first one got the dreaded clogged cats around 225k miles. I hollowed them out and drove it another 30k miles until the engine decided to blow. Now I have another x with 160k miles. The cats clogged a couple days ago 2 miles away from my destination. I had it towed back home and plan on gutting those bastards tomorrow. Seems to be a common problem. Sure wish I knew what was causing it.

  • @dahatchery
    @dahatchery 18 днів тому

    So what should I do to extend my front brake lines?

  • @JohnSmith-hz4zf
    @JohnSmith-hz4zf 29 днів тому

    Drives me nuts as with my 2006 dodge sprinter I never can remember where they hide the steering angle sensor calibration… after 8 hours I managed to find it a few days ago but the other computers decided to reject the new steering angle sensor so I am just trying to go back but I can’t remember where I was to find the steering angle sensor calibration option as it isn’t in the spot where it should be the ESP “Electronic stability program” so dumb that whoever programed my autel maxiM IM508S was not very organized

  • @jaybuilder8298
    @jaybuilder8298 Місяць тому

    What about brakes and struts from a Titan?

  • @kyakukid1
    @kyakukid1 Місяць тому

    I see the Zaku II shirt you got there. There are a ton of forums out there if you look hard enough on the internet. If you upgrade from the VQ40 to the VK56, you gain over 100 torque. Harrop makes a supercharger that is safe for a stock VK56 in addition to being authorized for use for all 50 states. The Armada and Titan use the same chassis frame for the Xterra and Frontier if it's second gen. The only difference is that the Armada has rear individual suspension.

  • @Ricky_Rocha
    @Ricky_Rocha Місяць тому

    I know this video is not new but I just bought this one today and a serious question, how good is this for a DIY person? I’m not a professional but I do work on multiple cars here and there and just wondering how well this will serve me. Thank you for reply in advance.

    • @andys_log
      @andys_log Місяць тому

      It’s a very intuitive device but it does take some time before you feel comfortable with it.

    • @Ricky_Rocha
      @Ricky_Rocha Місяць тому

      @ thank you

  • @anthanosios.taraviras5218
    @anthanosios.taraviras5218 2 місяці тому

    I did the swap and I put stock coil overs with a spacer and it dropped my front almost to my wheel wells you need the bigger shocks

    • @andys_log
      @andys_log Місяць тому

      Not everyone has desired results depending on parts used. Glad you figured it out!

  • @Richrad91OZ-bk5lu
    @Richrad91OZ-bk5lu 2 місяці тому

    What year and mileage was your frontier?

    • @andys_log
      @andys_log Місяць тому

      2008 with 200k miles on it!

  • @PaulHenreid
    @PaulHenreid 2 місяці тому

    Can I used my six speed manual transmission 07 Xterra with the Titan VK56?

    • @andys_log
      @andys_log Місяць тому

      Yes with an expensive adapter. Just literally google “vk56 to manual transmission” adapter

    • @kyakukid1
      @kyakukid1 24 дні тому

      @@PaulHenreid I mean...you can however, I would not recommend it. This is due to the Titan transmission being built to handle the power of the Titan engine.

  • @JimmyDean404
    @JimmyDean404 2 місяці тому

    thanks for the info

  • @nissan24zero24
    @nissan24zero24 2 місяці тому

    Does the frontier trans bolt to the titan motor? I've been told it does. I have the 4.0 v6 frontier, and it's a 6 speed. Year is 2015, and I wanna put a titan engine in after my v6 dies and still keep the manual trans and 4x4. Any insight would be appreciated

    • @andys_log
      @andys_log 2 місяці тому

      It does not. You’d need and adapter at the very least not 100% sure what else.

  • @hectordeleon7859
    @hectordeleon7859 2 місяці тому

    I also bought an engine from the same seller! Please tell me if your engine was ok. I’m half way into a swap and I realize now they have terrible reviews.

    • @andys_log
      @andys_log 2 місяці тому

      I returned mine. Horrible engine. Send it back!!

    • @hectordeleon7859
      @hectordeleon7859 2 місяці тому

      @@andys_log fuck, what was wrong with yours?

  • @tornater5403
    @tornater5403 2 місяці тому

    Im getting worse mpg than that mpg with the 4.0 and titan swap, with 285/75's 33's. For instance my drives from ND down to the southern plains to chase storms (not including chase days because that is a lot of idling and hard accleration) is about 12.8 mpg at 65-70. That is approx what Im getting up here on the highway as well.

  • @jcvigh8453
    @jcvigh8453 3 місяці тому

    I don't see the sway bar? Is there a way?

    • @andys_log
      @andys_log 2 місяці тому

      Yep. Just run titan sway bar. If lifted for sure run after market extended links.

  • @_moes_garage_
    @_moes_garage_ 3 місяці тому

    Oh god this bring back nightmares 😂

  • @eyalrud3
    @eyalrud3 3 місяці тому

    Did it end up being the catalytic? also which ones did you replace? my 08 pathfinder is doing the exact same thing, i changed the spark plugs and cleaned the injectors and the problem persists. thinking of cats next

  • @monocogenit1
    @monocogenit1 3 місяці тому

    LOL Does it improve fuel economy...That is such a ssstttuu.....great question.

  • @hectordeleon7859
    @hectordeleon7859 3 місяці тому

    I recently purchased a vq40 for my xterra from AA auto also I really want to see how it turned out. Was the engine ok!?

    • @andys_log
      @andys_log 2 місяці тому

      Engine was not ok!

    • @hectordeleon7859
      @hectordeleon7859 2 місяці тому

      Ah great, could you tell me what was wrong with it? I just finished doing a timing chain on it and I was about to throw it in

  • @minutemenapparel
    @minutemenapparel 3 місяці тому

    If I already have a lift kit (coilover), could I just run that without the spacer?

    • @andys_log
      @andys_log Місяць тому

      You’ll need to measure and confirm but you should be able to.

  • @RobertSmith-xy5rp
    @RobertSmith-xy5rp 3 місяці тому

    Not neccesarily a question on the VK swap, but did you swap the axles/ suspension components from the titan over to the frontier?

  • @محمودالهذيلي-ه1ص
    @محمودالهذيلي-ه1ص 4 місяці тому

    How the wiring connect?

    • @andys_log
      @andys_log Місяць тому

      You tie the starting charging harness of the vq together with the VK engine harness and boom you are plug and play

  • @iceruiz44
    @iceruiz44 4 місяці тому

    Review of the finished product?

  • @richardcarnahan6335
    @richardcarnahan6335 4 місяці тому

    Hey, quick question. Where can I find a locking rear differential for a reasonable price. I was given a rebuilt R-180 with the 3.36 gear ratio but can’t find a decent price on the locking rear differential. I know I could change out the ring & pinion. But would rear like to have the locker

  • @basscannon762
    @basscannon762 4 місяці тому

    7:47 to run the stock differential you use infinity QX80 axles no custom axles needed

    • @andys_log
      @andys_log Місяць тому

      I would want the added strength of a larger differential. And they are super cheap you can get them for 100-200$ so it’s a no brainer. Your option works well too but when stronger is just as cheap why not!

  • @joshbaker5958
    @joshbaker5958 4 місяці тому

    So for my 11 frontier I can buy 11 Titan arms and rods then put my +2 struts in? With the QX axles of course.

  • @heribertocruz3126
    @heribertocruz3126 4 місяці тому

    Thanks for the info, great idea.

  • @johnharris6655
    @johnharris6655 5 місяців тому

    Which begs the question, why not make the V8 an option to start with?

  • @Champsteroffroad
    @Champsteroffroad 5 місяців тому

    Hi Andy, great info. I just Vk swapped my Frontier, I still have my Vk Pathfinder donor. If I wanna upgrade the brakes on my frontier, I can use both the front and rear calipers and rotors off the pathfinder correct?

    • @Champsteroffroad
      @Champsteroffroad 5 місяців тому

      When looking up the part number for the frontier and pathfinder Calipers, they are the same part number, so just the rotors are different correct? So basically I can just install the bigger pathfinder rotors onto my frontier calipers?

  • @LatherRinseLaugh
    @LatherRinseLaugh 5 місяців тому

    This video made me a subscriber 👍

  • @justinhall6715
    @justinhall6715 6 місяців тому

    I’m running pathfinder LE brakes with 16 inch sv wheels. 1.5 inch wheel spacer and a little bit of material removal on the pathfinder caliper.

  • @dr.batts9025
    @dr.batts9025 6 місяців тому

    What brake hose do I need to purchase?

  • @Dusther210
    @Dusther210 6 місяців тому

    If Titan swapped up front would it make sense to do a Titan rear end swap to keep the lug pattern the same front and rear?

  • @Manwich526
    @Manwich526 6 місяців тому

    Do I see 5100's in the back there? Sick build, now I know where my VK is going if/when my titan shiths the bed

  • @Manwich526
    @Manwich526 6 місяців тому

    Cold ones and an engine swap :D yea this guy's an engineer! Coolest video I've seen in awhile.

  • @dahatchery
    @dahatchery 7 місяців тому

    So I really want t to do this to my 2016 frontier desert runner. One question is that I also want to put leveling spacers on to give me a 2” additional lift. Is that possible? I’d like a 6” suspension lift, with the 4” Titan swap. Could I get longer radflow shocks that would help me achieve this?

    • @andys_log
      @andys_log 6 місяців тому

      What I was talking about here is a budget travel. You need to specify “hack job” in your searching criteria and I bet you can better find the answer you are looking for

    • @dahatchery
      @dahatchery 6 місяців тому

      Are you serious? I’m asking an honest question. Is it possible?

    • @andys_log
      @andys_log 6 місяців тому

      I think you can do Spindles on a 2wd, then with a titan suspension swap that will allow you to run a larger coilover. You’ll have to speak to someone that’s done that specific setup to find out the sizing

    • @marco4081
      @marco4081 5 місяців тому

      @@dahatcheryi think you need a drop bracket for that, anything past 3 inch lift and the cv could bind at full droop. I have a 6 inch rc lift but im pulling it off and going for 2.5 inch titan swap.

    • @dahatchery
      @dahatchery 5 місяців тому

      @@marco4081 my truck isn’t 4wd. I know that all I would need is CST 4” lift spindles and because of that perhaps run the Titan upper control arms and a 2” spacer lift. That should give a good 6” total lift, install the Titan lowers control arms when I’m ready for an additional 3-4” lift for a nice prerunner look .

  • @dahatchery
    @dahatchery 7 місяців тому

    How would you even things up in the back?

    • @andys_log
      @andys_log 6 місяців тому

      Leaf springs!!

  • @guynamechris5157
    @guynamechris5157 7 місяців тому

    Does your MPG get better? Perfect response 😂😂😂

    • @kyakukid1
      @kyakukid1 24 дні тому

      @guynamechris5157 It does due to the power to weight ratio. For 4x4, that depends on gearing.

  • @BrwnShinobi
    @BrwnShinobi 7 місяців тому

    Thanks for sharing!! Love the fact you pointed out the upper control arm is also stock Titan and you don't have coil bucket. I am currently piecing my titan swap suspension for my Xterra

    • @BrwnShinobi
      @BrwnShinobi 7 місяців тому

      Thank you for mentioning the stock strut + spacer as well!

    • @BrwnShinobi
      @BrwnShinobi Місяць тому

      Do you have Titan or Frontier Knuckle on there?

  • @dahatchery
    @dahatchery 7 місяців тому

    How durable will it be with stock parts? I have a stock 2016 desert runner. Could I use my stock billstiens?

  • @kevinyung1743
    @kevinyung1743 7 місяців тому

    Wait, do I need to titan swap my spindle?

  • @gerrymoritz3566
    @gerrymoritz3566 7 місяців тому

    Great Content. Andy where are you located?

  • @gsbadd8240
    @gsbadd8240 7 місяців тому

    Andy, I did a VK56 swap on my 2wd 05 Pathfinder and the gas mileage improved quite a bit. With the 2wd R51 having a 3.133 rear axle ratio, the VK purrs at barely 3K rpm at 100 mph. I seriously get about 26 mpg on the highway, whereas the VQ40 could manage about 23 mpg if I kept it under 70 mph. I don't expect that anyone doing the VK swap on a 4wd will share my experience with gas mileage.

    • @kyakukid1
      @kyakukid1 24 дні тому

      @gsbadd8240 It will either stay the same or improve depending on the gearing. However, the VK56 swap improves the mileage due to the power to weight ratio alone.

  • @justinNkc
    @justinNkc 8 місяців тому

    The lack of change in these trucks over the years and how it's all compatible amazes me too.

    • @G.G.G_23
      @G.G.G_23 2 місяці тому

      One of the main reasons I don’t believe in paying a dealership even $25k for a car no matter what’s the package.. they’ve been ripping us for too long..

  • @kalobbettis9197
    @kalobbettis9197 8 місяців тому

    So with this budget T-swap I could use stock frontier coilovers with a 2-2.5 in spacer and some adjustable cam bolts and be somewhat aligned/ lifted? I would do it for science, but atm it is my daily 😂

    • @andys_log
      @andys_log 8 місяців тому

      Correct. Keep in mind the more you lift the more you will need adjustment. So if you plan to lift over 2-3” you absolutely will need aftermarket upper control arms and should run a coil over

  • @jesusmercado6947
    @jesusmercado6947 8 місяців тому

    Engines don't blow up to often on Toyotas

    • @andys_log
      @andys_log 8 місяців тому

      I’ve never seen a single blown engine on a potato.

  • @southernslipping4225
    @southernslipping4225 8 місяців тому

    If I go threw the trouble to v8 swap it want be with a Titan motor would be a LS

  • @scott2600
    @scott2600 8 місяців тому

    Awesome thanks for the info. Exactly what I was looking for. Any info on a the budget rear lift to level it? Some rear info would be much appreciated.

    • @thedude828-ed2nn
      @thedude828-ed2nn Місяць тому

      Just get a add a leaf and some new shackles and you will be good if you're trying to keep it cheap. Oh yeah and some 1.5 in wheel spacers if you want to keep it looking even with the front.

  • @mayhem-ish
    @mayhem-ish 8 місяців тому

    i just bought a 2014 sv 2.5L and i already want to put in some better suspension and your videos really help. i mechanically retarded but i can do simple shit so thanks

  • @sumaech3813
    @sumaech3813 8 місяців тому

    what size bolts / thread width are you using on the stand?