A Much Needed Suspension Lift! // Little Sister's Xterra 4x4

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  • čas přidán 5. 12. 2020
  • Replacing the tired, worn out suspension on my little sisters 2001 Nissan Xterra XE 4x4 with a 2.5" lift.. only to discover it needs more!
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  • @XterraRob
    @XterraRob Před 3 lety +15

    FYI to get 3 inches of lift out of an Xterra you will probably need to "reindex" your torsion bars AKA removing them from the lower control arm anchor and re-orienting them to allow more room to turn the threads. You will also need to reinforce the steering system. The angles of the tie rods will cause all sorts of sloppiness in the center link. If you have oil leaks back there...be prepared for a failed starter motor too. Enjoying the build! Edit: I'm commenting in real time and just saw you refernce reindexing! Being off left to right at the adjuster position isnt a big deal as long as they both end up tucked into the frame rail. Hanging down like that makes it a prime target for rocks to break things. To see if you are maxed out...check the gap between upper bump stop and upper control arm. Leave about a half inch gap to allow for the UCAs to flex/bounce up and down. Dont go closer. :) yes I am an xterra nerd.

  • @jamesoncross7494
    @jamesoncross7494 Před 3 lety +4

    I think my favorite videos are with you helping your sister.

  • @brendanwhite9799
    @brendanwhite9799 Před 3 lety +22

    Just love your sence of houmer it brightens up a dull sunday night

  • @iainmcglynn833
    @iainmcglynn833 Před 3 lety +101

    Excellent work
    She’s a lucky sister to have such a dirty minded big sister who’s an excellent mechanic ❤️

  • @RetirementGoals1
    @RetirementGoals1 Před 3 lety +28

    Loving the Xterra videos. Lots of funny innuendo jokes, actually made me laugh out loud, thanks for that.

  • @toolshed7652
    @toolshed7652 Před 3 lety +20

    The Xterra is quickly turning into my favorite build 😉

    • @NCrdwlf
      @NCrdwlf Před 3 lety +2

      They are awesome trucks, I’m on my second and still own my first . Make sure you get a manual .

    • @whywhathappened198
      @whywhathappened198 Před 2 lety

      @@NCrdwlf wish I could have found manual shift

  • @SubmarinersDive
    @SubmarinersDive Před 3 lety +19

    I love when you are fixing one thing, only to find you now have several others to do as well!

  • @sodbuster518able
    @sodbuster518able Před 3 lety +14

    Your sister is going to have a whole new truck by the time you get done adding all these new parts

  • @scottjrichter
    @scottjrichter Před 3 lety +3

    No disassemble, number 5 alive.

  • @TBlake-yf2sr
    @TBlake-yf2sr Před 3 lety +24

    Thanks Sarah, need your content for my sanity!

  • @josephyeffry1848
    @josephyeffry1848 Před 3 lety +9

    Love the innuendo grenade in this video! 🤣😂🤣😂🤣

  • @darryndewar
    @darryndewar Před 3 lety +78

    Damn, that Short Circuit reference made me feel old

    • @Patrick94GSR
      @Patrick94GSR Před 3 lety +12

      NO DISASSEMBLE!!!

    • @robertvaughn7796
      @robertvaughn7796 Před 3 lety +12

      At least I wasn't the only one who caught that!

    • @stuffelse
      @stuffelse Před 3 lety +8

      I just paused the video to comment on that, I love that movie! Are we gonna name the Xterra Johnny 5 now?

    • @1974UTuber
      @1974UTuber Před 3 lety +2

      Yep. So glad someone else said it first. Now I can claim the comment jogged my memory instead of admitting I got it straight away

    • @chrislangstaff
      @chrislangstaff Před 3 lety +1

      haha wtf Sarah isn't old enough to know that reference!

  • @koolaidsrequiem9646
    @koolaidsrequiem9646 Před 3 lety +7

    No disassemble, Johnny 5 is ALIVE!!! 😂 love the old movie reference and all the innuendo. Keep up the great content 👍🏼

  • @allan80supra
    @allan80supra Před 3 lety +35

    Always found replacing all the wheel studs on a hub when one breaks saves revisiting the other half dead ones later, especially if the hub is coming off for a wheel bearing suggests it's been overloaded at some stage

    • @delet6629
      @delet6629 Před 3 lety

      The hub's gotta come off for the studs on the xterra. do them all and maybe the brake rotor while you're there, since it'll be apart.

    • @stanthology
      @stanthology Před 2 lety

      Probably some meathead impact wrenching them on.

    • @bradhaines3142
      @bradhaines3142 Před 11 měsíci

      ​@@stanthology99% of wheels are put on with an impact. the difference is once in a while you get an idiot that cross threads or overtightens them. that's where you run into problems

  • @eliuddelarosagonzalez1302

    I started washing your videos because of the xterra!! Love my xterra & your videos.

  • @kendramckenna7312
    @kendramckenna7312 Před 3 lety +116

    Guessing oil was collecting in the bell housing and leaked out when you jacked up the back.

    • @SarahnTuned
      @SarahnTuned  Před 3 lety +47

      Yeah, made sense the second time I jacked it up and nothing came out. I have a ton of new gaskets for this thing.

    • @802Garage
      @802Garage Před 3 lety +10

      Beat me to it.

    • @kendramckenna7312
      @kendramckenna7312 Před 3 lety +7

      @@SarahnTuned yeah I guessing it is a straight six. Your going to have fun with the park plug between the block and firewall I would bet it has never been changed. Provide it is a six cylinder. Thank you.

    • @JREwing78
      @JREwing78 Před 3 lety +7

      @@kendramckenna7312 It's a V6. So, double the misery.

    • @SarahnTuned
      @SarahnTuned  Před 3 lety +8

      @@kendramckenna7312 negative, the VG33E is a V6.

  • @rocketscientist007
    @rocketscientist007 Před 3 lety +6

    The sound track was perfect. Very Monk-ish TV comedy-drama. You could be up for a CZcams Emmy Award.

  • @ramonpunsalang3397
    @ramonpunsalang3397 Před 3 lety +14

    This video set the all-time record for innuendos. (-:

  • @MrSukiflash
    @MrSukiflash Před 3 lety +1

    Did anyone else notice the spark from where the frame contacted the jackstand when Sarah dropped the Xterra?

  • @donnachamcinerney8500
    @donnachamcinerney8500 Před 3 lety +10

    Sarah, I think your a legend

  • @morethanaveragejoe8224
    @morethanaveragejoe8224 Před 3 lety +41

    Even with dirt stains on her face, Sarah's still a cutie...btw, the innuendos and puns were fire!!!

    • @mostcom
      @mostcom Před 3 lety +10

      and rapid fire

  • @churchgest
    @churchgest Před 3 lety +7

    I just started the video but I'm loving all this xterra content

  • @markrhines8949
    @markrhines8949 Před 3 lety +2

    Hey Sarah nice work on your sister's truck ! 😎

  • @ryanwallace4686
    @ryanwallace4686 Před 3 lety +2

    I bought an 02 xterra this summer to do exactly everything you've done to this one. Not many vids out there on rebuilds for these trucks. Thank you so much for the video series on this truck. So thankful for all the detail and descriptions of all the parts and processes. Awesome awesome awesome!

  • @hotlavaaaa
    @hotlavaaaa Před 3 lety +52

    "Hello. Welcome to...CZcams."
    If CZcams was a store you could totally be the greeter at the front door.

  • @robert100471
    @robert100471 Před 3 lety +14

    it was a puddle of oil built up in the bell houseing from the rear main seal, it poured out when you lifted her rear up :)

    • @Cokecanninja
      @Cokecanninja Před 3 lety +7

      I hate it when I lift her rear up and oil comes out.

  • @sammarkie
    @sammarkie Před 3 lety +2

    Number 5 is alive!

  • @RobertForslund
    @RobertForslund Před 3 lety +2

    Cleaning stuff before you work on something or after you've done something is the sign of a caring and smart mechanic! Great work, keep it up, you rock! 😛👍

  • @joemossoczy3492
    @joemossoczy3492 Před 3 lety +11

    I love your awkwardness, lol. Your sister owes you big!

  • @FrankyRedEyes
    @FrankyRedEyes Před 3 lety +111

    The content is strong in this one.

    • @Inclerz
      @Inclerz Před 3 lety

      I888889999999iiiiiiiiú77ý699j8u6

  • @DjTspaRoLEoffIcER
    @DjTspaRoLEoffIcER Před 3 lety +2

    You are the BEST sister!!! 👍🤗

  • @ericgun7055
    @ericgun7055 Před měsícem

    I love the innuendos and your overall attitude.

  • @tonygiraldes7848
    @tonygiraldes7848 Před 3 lety +3

    Just the greatest channel 😊❤️

  • @robtyndall974
    @robtyndall974 Před 3 lety +5

    Hey Sarah , love your channel . Keep the inuendoes coming.
    All the best from Canada 🇨🇦

  • @steveforant2952
    @steveforant2952 Před 3 lety

    I'm loving the xterra videos. I have loved them since they came out. That's awesome that you guys found a 4x4 5 speed, that is exactly what I would want. As always keep up the great work Sarah

  • @demondio6861
    @demondio6861 Před 3 lety

    Perfect timing! Building an 03’ Xterra myself, so your paving a path for me to follow. Thanks!

  • @zacharyprosper88
    @zacharyprosper88 Před 3 lety +3

    Keep up the awesome content Sarah!!

  • @bryannobu
    @bryannobu Před 3 lety +10

    I love how your videos show that these jobs take longer than a 30 minute cable t.v. auto repair show. 😆 Oh and how other areas that need to be addressed always appear.

  • @Ricky_H
    @Ricky_H Před 3 lety

    Love seeing the progress. Can't wait for the next one!

  • @realwheelman
    @realwheelman Před 3 lety +1

    Great job. Your sister is so lucky to have you.

  • @norvellharris1792
    @norvellharris1792 Před 3 lety +5

    Great content as usual Sarah 👏🏿!!

  • @DIY_AUTO_PHOTO
    @DIY_AUTO_PHOTO Před 3 lety +3

    Yes ! awesome ! another xterra video !! great job on the lift !! I can't wait when I can lift my xterra up as well it will be so much better !

  • @richmcdowell
    @richmcdowell Před 3 lety +2

    Previous owner installed monroe reflex shocks on it. Nice upgrade to bilstein.
    So much innuendo! 🤣🤣

    • @SarahnTuned
      @SarahnTuned  Před 3 lety +3

      Ahhhh, they looked at least 10 years old by my guess.

    • @richmcdowell
      @richmcdowell Před 3 lety

      @@SarahnTuned most likely. They've been around since the 90s if not longer. Sears used to stock them when I worked for the company years ago. They were an upgrade from the sens-a-tracs.

  • @nannanom
    @nannanom Před 11 měsíci

    I have a 2001 Xterra. Suffered an engine failure. Replaced the engine. It still needs a lot of work with replacing old plastic rubber rusted parts. Love this truck. .Loving these vids. Wanna have mine wrapped as well. Great video!😊

  • @don7406
    @don7406 Před 3 lety +5

    Add to your parts list a spare tire. I thought I saw a crack in the one hanging under the truck. Those Bilstiens(sp?) look awesome.

  • @thomasrossi31
    @thomasrossi31 Před 3 lety +5

    Love the background music!

  • @robertweitlauf4653
    @robertweitlauf4653 Před 3 lety

    lol great video. oil is dripping out of the bellhousing. jacking up the back makes it drain. thank you for a little humor in these tuff times.

  • @rogerjohnson2515
    @rogerjohnson2515 Před 3 lety

    As usual, always entertaining and fun to watch. Keep the great videos coming, thanks.

  • @michaelthomas8617
    @michaelthomas8617 Před 3 lety +117

    "Is it in yet" 4 words that destroy any man's confidence!

    • @tedbarsalou
      @tedbarsalou Před 3 lety +8

      Oh is that a bad thing? Asking for a friend.

    • @theelder91
      @theelder91 Před 3 lety +1

      @@tedbarsalou hilarious!!!

    • @Emointhes
      @Emointhes Před 3 lety

      Luckily I got nothing to worry about with my 7.5 incher LMFAO

    • @bernicemosley7348
      @bernicemosley7348 Před 3 lety

      hahaha

    • @tomo9126
      @tomo9126 Před 3 lety +1

      I'll take your word for it.

  • @Desert6G
    @Desert6G Před 3 lety +3

    Your intro's are the best part of your vids. love it

    • @mostcom
      @mostcom Před 3 lety

      that would mean the entire video is downhill from there I always think of the negative I'm sorry I'll shut up

  • @boostedls4901
    @boostedls4901 Před 3 lety +1

    Sara you are wearing my favorite colors 😍 red,black,gray

  • @dvdadaudits7500
    @dvdadaudits7500 Před 3 lety

    Always a pleasure watching you open your box

  • @hasenbinlaid6379
    @hasenbinlaid6379 Před 3 lety +3

    I'm exhausted just watching cheers

  • @Afeeq1011
    @Afeeq1011 Před 3 lety +11

    This video was recommended and I figured sure why not.

    • @ddd228
      @ddd228 Před 3 lety +1

      Automotive, educational?

    • @1974UTuber
      @1974UTuber Před 3 lety +5

      Welcome to the home of OCD car restorations, innuendo, mechanics hair tips n tricks and some of the finest work ever seen in a youtube video

    • @Afeeq1011
      @Afeeq1011 Před 3 lety +6

      @@ddd228 living vicariously by watching people repair cars since I can't.

  • @jackdunn7441
    @jackdunn7441 Před 2 lety

    "i need more parts to do it right" that could be my motto. it happens every time i work on my 1985 f 150. every project just grows and grows.

  • @TxHammer757
    @TxHammer757 Před 3 lety

    Love your humor .... Never change!!!!!!!!

  • @LiDARs
    @LiDARs Před 3 lety +5

    Editing is on point.

  • @chasestewart302
    @chasestewart302 Před 3 lety +7

    I wish I had a sister that bought me car parts and installed them. Frankly I wish one of my brothers would do that...

  • @Krmnnghia
    @Krmnnghia Před 3 lety +1

    That Short Circuit reference though!

  • @WeThePeople76
    @WeThePeople76 Před 3 lety

    It took about five of your videos to "get" you, but now I love them. You're great.

  • @tk45440
    @tk45440 Před 3 lety +12

    This is a great video Sarah, love the music and editing!

  • @josephmatuszak3855
    @josephmatuszak3855 Před 3 lety +6

    It's a rear main leak more thank likely that pooled up in the bellhousing, you just tipped it out! Dang yur beautiful Sarah.

  • @alanbradford3130
    @alanbradford3130 Před 3 lety +2

    If that truck had spent any significant time in the northeast, you would never had gotten those bushings apart with just lube and a wrench. We usually need a cutting torch.

  • @ayahustle
    @ayahustle Před 3 lety

    This is gold. Might have to watch it twice to learn anything y'all

  • @skiboy0fstowe2000
    @skiboy0fstowe2000 Před 3 lety +5

    It’s really nice to see you having so much fun at work. You’re really hitting your stride! This episode was lots of fun!

  • @birdlegs846
    @birdlegs846 Před 3 lety +3

    you're right about the rust, I think spent a few years in the salt belt region.

  • @shaundugan9974
    @shaundugan9974 Před 3 lety

    Love that you clean/detail when you are doing work on a vehicle; I'm the same way!

  • @nannanom
    @nannanom Před 11 měsíci

    Thanks! Love your vids on the Xterra.

  • @dougjustdoug6391
    @dougjustdoug6391 Před 3 lety +11

    The inuendo force is strong with this one.....hmmmm.

  • @michaelford4732
    @michaelford4732 Před 3 lety +5

    and a new world record tally of inyourendos!

  • @androidhmj
    @androidhmj Před 3 lety

    Looks better every time!!!

  • @bellabc
    @bellabc Před 3 lety

    i'm thoroughly enjoying the refresh on your sisters car. i've always wanted one of these.

  • @leedanielson7452
    @leedanielson7452 Před 3 lety +3

    Soooooo entertaining!🥰👍

  • @nullrout556
    @nullrout556 Před 3 lety +6

    That spare tire is looking pretty rough...I'd be thinking about replacing that before I need to use it.

  • @niallkarger1057
    @niallkarger1057 Před 3 lety

    Thanks for your service

  • @eloynunez5437
    @eloynunez5437 Před 10 měsíci

    Probably the best video I have seen in years on how to lift a Nissan Xterra DIY n 🙌🏼

  • @bigkeg9173
    @bigkeg9173 Před 3 lety +5

    Your lounge room would look like a shipping warehouse lol

  • @Fizz-Pop
    @Fizz-Pop Před 3 lety +3

    Johnny No 5, no disassemble!

  • @kevinjones5560
    @kevinjones5560 Před 3 lety +1

    So many references....hilarious....

  • @ultra4suzukisamurai679

    The way you installed them was visually satisfying to me!

  • @paullevy561
    @paullevy561 Před 3 lety +8

    Your sister almost made an appearance in this episode. Keep the innuendo's coming. Hello form NS, Canada.

  • @knurri
    @knurri Před 3 lety +21

    Lets place wagers on if the X will clear the garage opening after the lift.

    • @jasonh4167
      @jasonh4167 Před 3 lety

      It looked close at the end lol.

    • @mostcom
      @mostcom Před 3 lety +1

      Don't bet against the house, just saying.

    • @SarahnTuned
      @SarahnTuned  Před 3 lety +9

      I’ve had HD trucks and a Raptor in here before, it clears.

    • @PetrolJunkie
      @PetrolJunkie Před 3 lety +1

      I haver a buggy that rolls in and out of my garage on dollies because it wont clear with 48s on it. It would if I still had a set of 40s. lol

  • @jpiazzola
    @jpiazzola Před 3 lety

    As usual demonstrating amazing skills. Another great video.

  • @fishflash1
    @fishflash1 Před 3 lety

    Celine's Nissan makes great content as well as helping your sister. The grill looks amazing out of the box!! It's become impossible for the average person to use sexual innuendos in casual conversation. Your's are so funny and hurt no one. I agree with your stance of not approaching anyone with a huge channel for collaboration. It seems you're happiest doing things your way and it's working well judging from fan feedback and advertising. You're great, just the way you are!

  • @1Corinthians15v1-4
    @1Corinthians15v1-4 Před 3 lety +5

    Curious, can you get it out of the garage door after you're done?

  • @HerrIMorke
    @HerrIMorke Před 3 lety +4

    I started watching this channel vecause well, cars and cute. I stayed for the awkward and innuendo.

  • @tonyjeffery5665
    @tonyjeffery5665 Před 3 lety

    As a Navy veteran I'm absolutely in love with your sense of humor... Keep being you, never change... Much love from El Mirage Arizona...

  • @danaberman6929
    @danaberman6929 Před 3 lety

    You are no doubt one of my favs to watch while I am teleworking... Your little underlining innuendo's crack me up... Just plain diggin u.

  • @chipb1193
    @chipb1193 Před 3 lety +4

    The “Reflex” struts/shocks are made by Monroe. It’s just a model like KYB GR2.

  • @alexfaetz9331
    @alexfaetz9331 Před 3 lety +7

    Your just so cool and gorgeous loving the innuendo and bants have a great week oh to be younger

  • @Goku-mr2jw
    @Goku-mr2jw Před 3 lety +1

    Love this Xterra videos... Please keep them coming 🙃

  • @Soongmaag
    @Soongmaag Před 3 lety +1

    Totally got the Johnny 5 reference. Lol "No disassemble!!!" 🤣

  • @hblack6493
    @hblack6493 Před 3 lety +3

    Wow Sarah that tricep action while Lifting up the truck ...gains 😁

  • @billscott1601
    @billscott1601 Před 3 lety +6

    Thanks for the hair tip, just wish I had more hair.

  • @mrwest5552
    @mrwest5552 Před 3 lety +2

    At vid ending, great parts order list... also that wheel stud. Gracias for a fun video 👍

  • @carlosmoreira779
    @carlosmoreira779 Před 3 lety +1

    DO-IT-RIGHT SARAH!

  • @MS-hd8yq
    @MS-hd8yq Před 3 lety +3

    9:16 Johnny 5 is Alive 🤖

  • @danpetreikis
    @danpetreikis Před 3 lety +4

    so much innuendo and double-entendre here!

  • @alrestauro
    @alrestauro Před 3 lety

    WOW! You're simply amazing with the truck work!

  • @kamdenbarnett8801
    @kamdenbarnett8801 Před 3 lety

    I love this woman. Great sense of humor and attitude. My kind of mechanic. Beauty and humor. 🔧😇