If you have any Gen1 parts, etc left around? I'm sure the folks here could use them. Post 'em for sale/for free or get with me and I'll do it for you. You can box it all up and ship it once and I'd distribute it out to who ever needs it. If you want, any money raised can go to the Toys for Tots drive we support at the Annual Assembly Plant Tour.

Good luck on the Titan. We had two Nissan trucks and while I felt they were under-engineered, both were Wifey driven & we were never in the shop with either. Minimal miles/usage was kind to us.

I hear the new Titans are the #1 sitting vehicle on dealers lots. IIRC, they sit over 130 days before being sold! You should be able to get a steal on a brand new one so you may want to check that out.

Ds die sooner or later? but D memories last forever.

IndyDurango

 

It's both a good thing and a sad thing to see this post. You have been around for a long time and we have missed hearing from you as much over the past few as we know you're a true and loving fan of the D. Good luck. from GOPHOR

 

It's about time you unload that monster :cheesy:

Good luck with the new vehicle. You'll be very happy with it.

 

Wow I'm sad to hear the D must go but I understand.
I can remember in the beginning when I was juts a NEWB Here and you were always willing to help out with everything
Keep in touch we'll be here for a long time.
Steve
DOC Pres

 

Got the dealer down to $17.9k on the Titan, out the door price. 49k miles, they threw in a 84/100k warranty, and I'm working on having them throw in a couple more things (4 new tires, tie downs for the bed track, etc.) before I drive it away. My dad drives one, and he loves it. Great towing vehicles for a gas engine. I almost sprung for a diesel, but the prices of fuel swayed me back to gasoline.

I have a few parts lying around the house. Here's what I know I have, and I'll put up a post in the future with everything and prices.

1) Ski rack
2) IAT Sensor thingamagiggie
3) Some security module/electronics thingie that I won at DRMR in 2003
4) spare tires 32x11.50x15 BFG KMs (local pickup only)
5) 12pt craftsman socket set for the tranny band adjustments
6) custom fabricated nerf bars (never installed), with all pieces, fasteners, paint, need a little work. HEAVY pipe! (local pickup only)

That's all I can remember off hand?

 

Be sure and post pics of your new ride!
Are you aware that the late 09 model of the Titan will be a rebadged Ram pickup?
Good luck with it!
Steve
DOC Pres

 

almost cried. Seriously.

 

Titan

Well, I picked up the Titan on Friday, and it's a dream to drive. Definitely not as nimble as the D, but hey, it's a TRUCK! Definitely MORE nimble than my buddy's F250 King Ranch PS that I drove over the weekend, tho. Found out that the Titan has a JBA cat-back and a Volant Cold Air Intake. It sounds MEAN and accelerates more like a sports car than a truck. Very nice on the snap-back, but gotta watch the lead-foot/gas-drain syndrome. Nissan has definitely taken storage and amenities into account when designing this truck. Lots of little storage places and gadgets that make it very cool to drive. The factory E-locker and tow mode will definitely come in handy, too.

I'll post some pictures of the new ride once I get some that are worth posting.

Got a report from the shop that the D's power steering is only going to be a little over $100 to fix. Some HP hose was messed up. That's good news because I'll be able to get more $$ for it now and repairs were cheap!

 

Glad you like your new ride
Lets see that E locker in the type of action we all know you for!
Steve
DOC Pres

 

I'm hoping to NOT need the locker on the Titan much because I'll have my FJ ("Pancho") with me on trail rides.

Meet Pancho. Picked him up back in 2005.

 

I thought I remembered when you got that!
AWESOME!
Steve
DOC Pres

 

Well, I'm going to deliver GunTotinD to a new owner tomorrow about an hour away. I'm getting $3500 for it. That's a steal for what he's getting, but probably more than I'd have gotten on a trade in. I'll be sure to point him to this forum so he can continue the tradition. I'll try to stop in every now and then to say hi. You guys are good friends, and I thank you for all the help and kindness you've shared with me over the last 9 years. Lots of good memories that I'll take with me to the grave. I've made some lifelong friends here that'll outlast the SUV.

 

well bro, didn't really "know" you,but its sad to see one go.

 

If you have any Gen1 parts, etc left around? I'm sure the folks here could use them. Post 'em for sale/for free or get with me and I'll do it for you. You can box it all up and ship it once and I'd distribute it out to who ever needs it. If you want, any money raised can go to the Toys for Tots drive we support at the Annual Assembly Plant Tour.

X2 on the above. Any part is valuable to the guy that needs it. just PM me.

IndyDurango

 

I'm sure the Titan will serve you well. 186,000 miles, that's damn good! I wonder what the current mileage record is. Any idea on how much you spent on 3 radiators, 3 trannys and 2 transfer cases?

 

If you have any Gen1 parts, etc left around? I'm sure the folks here could use them. Post 'em for sale/for free or get with me and I'll do it for you. You can box it all up and ship it once and I'd distribute it out to who ever needs it. If you want, any money raised can go to the Toys for Tots drive we support at the Annual Assembly Plant Tour.

X2 on the above. Any part is valuable to the guy that needs it. just PM me.

IndyDurango

X3. Always looking for pre-loved cool stuff. Love that Jeep BTW.

 

Any idea on how much you spent on 3 radiators, 3 trannys and 2 transfer cases?

Around $7000 for replacement of those parts over the years.

 

The only thing I have for sale is a luggage rack snow ski rack. Let me know if anyone wants it. It's very nice. No idea on what it's worth.

 

The only thing I have for sale is a luggage rack snow ski rack. Let me know if anyone wants it. It's very nice. No idea on what it's worth.

What's it, exactly? Is it a D specific thing or a generic type of thing?

 

It's a D specific ski rack. Holds 4 sets of skis, and it's been used on 2 trips to Ruidoso, NM.

 

It's a D specific ski rack. Holds 4 sets of skis, and it's been used on 2 trips to Ruidoso, NM.

Ah, ok. So this isn't a roof rack thing like Steve has, then. I think I got it now. :wall:

 

GunTotinD don't know why you'd care for the acceleration as 610 and I10 are backed up for miles 24 hours a day. :cheesy:

I understand your point (same I recently made - no more heavy investments except for mine having only 55k miles; under EXTREME conditions of course) :roll:

Good luck with the Nissan and keep in touch

greg

 

Well, shoot. The deal fell thru. He didn't like the spongy shift (shift solenoid) between 3rd and 4th. I told him that the tranny is built by Martin Saine, and he didn't care. Guess I'll start emailing the others that were interested. I really hate selling cars.

 

Well, shoot. The deal fell thru. He didn't like the spongy shift (shift solenoid) between 3rd and 4th. I told him that the tranny is built by Martin Saine, and he didn't care. Guess I'll start emailing the others that were interested. I really hate selling cars.

That's a bummer, sorry to hear it. Maybe it's a sign you're supposed to keep the D!!

 

It was a sad drive for me to take it to the guy. 2 wives, 2 kids (with 2nd wife), and lots of memories in that vehicle.