2016 Nissan Navara (diesel frontier) build (Australia)

[ben.dicoot]

As purchased with dealer added alloy wheels and flares In current form:Hi guys new to overland bound but keen to add some Aussie flavour!
After two Toyota's (92 fj80, 04 hilux) I crossed to the dark side and bought a new Nissan

Here is the build for my Nissan. It is the latest shape navara (frontier)
I purchased the base model RX. It has a 2.3l common rail single turbo diesel Renault based engine (higher spec had a twin turbo)
It has independent front suspension and a 5 link coil Spring rear.
It's so far proven a great little truck and you can't complain with 26mpg fully loaded!

So far mods include:
TJM winch bumper, steps and rear bar
TJM canopy with rhino roof bars
60mm dobinsons lift with remote reservoir shocks
Cromoly rear control arms and panhard rod
11,000lb winch with rope and remote control
265/75r16 bfg km2 mud tyres
Foxwing awning
Uhf radio and neoprene seat covers
Currently building my fridge compartment and dual battery setup. I also plan to add a kitchen, roof top tent, snorkel and front and rear air lockers

 

[Kyleg]

Another Aussie , looks the goods mate

 

[BrunySpec]

Welcome @ben.dicoot, looks great and following with interest!

Up the Navs!

 

[ben.dicoot]

Another Aussie , looks the goods mate

Thanks mate! I was just drooling over your Patrol, absolutely top shelf!
I'm heading up to the Cape and Fraser Island in july, I'll have to pick your brain before then.

 

[Kyleg]

Cheers mate , has been a while coming but finally have the camper I wanted . Feel free to ask anything

Thanks mate! I was just drooling over your Patrol, absolutely top shelf!
I'm heading up to the Cape and Fraser Island in july, I'll have to pick your brain before then.

 

[blackntan]

If you see a bright orange landy 110. Down that way. Its my cousin

 

[ben.dicoot]

Due to a series of unfortunate events I recently shattered my rear canopy window.
Apparently TJM can't source a window only, but the whole rear panel with locks and struts for $750!!! After picking up my jaw off the floor I began some plotting and scheming. It gives me an opportunity to bring some innovation to my rig! Pictured: cleaning out the glass, you can see my fridge compartment and second battery box (dual battery unit and 240v inverter mounted on top) also a quick sketch of what I have in mind.

I'm thinking of filling the rear window cavity with a sheet of painted alloy or steel. I could mount my maxtrax up there too! Watch this space...

 

[Mad Garden Gnome]

View attachment 10360As purchased with dealer added alloy wheels and flaresView attachment 10363 In current form:View attachment 10361Hi guys new to overland bound but keen to add some Aussie flavour!
After two Toyota's (92 fj80, 04 hilux) I crossed to the dark side and bought a new Nissan

Here is the build for my Nissan. It is the latest shape navara (frontier)
I purchased the base model RX. It has a 2.3l common rail single turbo diesel Renault based engine (higher spec had a twin turbo)
It has independent front suspension and a 5 link coil Spring rear.
It's so far proven a great little truck and you can't complain with 26mpg fully loaded!

So far mods include:
TJM winch bumper, steps and rear bar
TJM canopy with rhino roof bars
60mm dobinsons lift with remote reservoir shocks
Cromoly rear control arms and panhard rod
11,000lb winch with rope and remote control
265/75r16 bfg km2 mud tyres
Foxwing awning
Uhf radio and neoprene seat covers
Currently building my fridge compartment and dual battery setup. I also plan to add a kitchen, roof top tent, snorkel and front and rear air lockers

[jealous of your diesel]

Nice Nissan!

 

[Kyleg]

https://www.overlandbound.com/forums/members/ben-dicoot.6032/ try and get a piece of Perspex cut for it . You should be able to match the tint as well

 

[expeditionnorth]

Welcome !
nice solid, capable looking rig

 

[ben.dicoot]

https://www.overlandbound.com/forums/members/ben-dicoot.6032/ try and get a piece of Perspex cut for it . You should be able to match the tint as well

I heard perspex can crack in the sun. Lexan is apparently more uv resistant so I'll have to do some research

 

[ben.dicoot]

Took the little Datsun out on the weekend. My lovely partner bought me some foxwing parts for my birthday. The side wall gives so much extra coverage/shade!

 

[bjy10]

@Luis Merlo

 

[Luis Merlo]

Nice !

 

[ben.dicoot]

Finally got my rooftop tent on today. I added some extra bracing to the mounting brackets using angle iron. Also got my membership badge in the mail! #ob2552

 

[Luis Merlo]

Looking good !

 

[ben.dicoot]

I got out for the weekend and tested out the full tent and awning setup. The bottom room worked great for changing clothes and storing the bikes. Set up and pack up took 15 minutes each.Once I was home I put in the new canopy window with the help of my dad. The next mods will be the dual battery system and my custom kitchen, should get done over the Christmas break

 

[Luis Merlo]

Looking good !

 

[ben.dicoot]

So I finally got around to extending and sleeving the factory away bar links to suit the lift kit. I had removed the sway bar but the added weight on the roof meant it was needed again.

 

[ben.dicoot]

Well it has been a while but I have done some things and seen some great places in the little datto!

The kitchen has been assembled. I'll call this stage 1. I have since coated it with shellac, and currently working out some fold out legs and a flip open table for more bench space. The top will eventually be stainless steel sheet. Thanks to @FozRoamer for the sink inspiration!
The snorkel has been installed. I chose TJM again as it looked really neat and was the only one that didn't interfere with the flares I've also installed a seal around the tailgate to stop water/dust ingress. There are some holes in the tub that also need filling. Also pictured is my battery box :)until next time... Happy trails!