The Nissan Path

ok i lifted the pathy 2-3 inches i took all the extras off: step bar, tire carrier, ect... then i turnt my torsion keys all the way up and put coilspring spacers in the rear to fit 33s wat can go wrong by doing it this way? any input is greatly apppreciated......

I had a few friends who did lifts this way, none of them had real problems. Occasionally, under rough conditions, one would snap a u-joint. This was because the angle of the drive shaft was more steep. Just please be aware of how fast you turn a corner. You're center of gravity is now way off. A fast turn on a downhill curve could roll you over.

Anyone else that can chime in would be great! It's really encouraging to hear that there aren't many issues with doing this. I've heard a few tire techs tell me I'm an idiot and that it will ruin the steering and it's way hard on the transmission. But honestly I see the same year Nissan Pickups set up like that all the time here in Utah and they never seem to die. I don't imagine the Pathfinder will be any different. Biggest issue I can see myself would be the U joints, like mentioned, and the fact that your Speedo will be off. That's hardly a big deal though