WATCH THIS FIRST - Before You Modify A Y62 Patrol Series 5

It's true, I've sold my faithful series 1 Y62 Patrol and this has got me thinking, if I were to buy another one, how would I modify it this time. What would I do different and what would I do the same. This video is my opinion on tyres, drawer systems, auxiliary batteries, suspension and more.
*** Lastly, if one of my video's helped you decide on a Y62, please comment below so I can use this as a bit of a petition for Nissan Australia to cut me a deal on the next one as I seem to be their free marketing department. Thanks for watching

[@sydneyraj]

If Nissan is really smart, they will give it to you for free. You have substantially contributed to increasing Y62 sales just publishing your passion and serving the community. Let us know how smart they are!!

[@matticusmac6452]

100 percent agree, in the USA, and this channel makes me want to start a Y62 shop in the USA

[@mattmartin6997]

Keen to see how you go with the new bus!! also an LS swapped later model 80 series would effectively give you a car that tows 3.5 ton and is a track and dune eating monster and tougher, however I do like how you've got right into the Y62s and enjoy watching how they go offroad. Keep it up Dave!!

[@marcuspecher3320]

Hey Nissan, where is the discount to your Marketing Department. I wouldn’t have looked at one without this channel. Now have been a happy owner for 12 months.

[@andyg256]

yeah lol I`ve never seen or heard a single ad for the y62

[@richard4136]

Have to be the most informative video I’ve seen on the tube. Thanks for the no bullshit honest information!!

[@DASHOffRoad]

Keep commenting like this and you will hit DASH LEGEND status 😅

[@InnerVisions2020]

Awesome video mate. Good information with regards to the weight and affects on performance. Hermosa blue with a tan interior would be sweet. I hope Nissan Australia give you a generous discount as you have sold more Y62s than their entire sales department could muster.

[@davisjoseph2090]

I bought a patrol last month. Love everything about it.

[@bmartin7828]

Great video, I’m looking at buying a new or used y62 next year here in the USA and this is very helpful.

[@NameNaameNameeNaamee]

Wow, they did a great job making that patrol look good and contemporary again!

[@trentp5762]

That thumbnail though 👌🏼 looking forward to your next build!

[@bigboy9842]

Yeah that thumbnail is tasty

[@djhigh392]

Good information Dave. Well done

[@bmartin7828]

Great video, thinking about a Patrol/Armada here in the US next year.

[@AussieDazza]

Great video David once again.👍

[@marks938]

Good honest video mate. 🏴‍☠️

[@dadaadad1366]

I had been looking for a tow vehicle for 3 tonne, Tried all the NEW, utes and thought, yuk. I want to sell my 2011 hilux for this. So disappointing. On a whim, I thought, let's try the patrol. Wholey shirt. This is it. Luxury, and handles the task. I went home looked at patrol y62, this that .. Fuel per 100,.. yes, this, that. Reliability , Pros con's. Blah blah..... blah.... Watched quite a few you tube videos from different directions. Internet.... I watched a few videos from Dash too, that popped up. Very informative, Not the only ones. . But yes.. Great that he and Steve from Australian 4x4 adventures, compare vehicles. Brilliant. I'm convinced, Nissan patrol, Y 62. Thanks mate, Thank you for the information.... from, the horses mouth.. Loving the y62. Big time. Cheers, Dave. NSW.

[@bretthoneyman1280]

Drifta drawers are awesome and fully Australian made and owned by a local bloke in Gloucester.

[@khoapham2764]

Great job on the details! I have a Infiniti QX56 and I’m wanting to turn it to a overlanding/off-roader slowly but surely. I’m doing research and I’m surprised that there’s not much of a market when it comes to modding and builds! Looking at forums and videos (even though it’s limited), I would want to see more builds so that we QX56/Qx80/Armada/Patrol can get a leg up on Mother Nature! 😝 keep up the great work and Nissan needs to give you a FREE VEHICLE for your contribution!! 🙃

[@randalllawkin]

Same reason I didn't pull the trigger yet in the states

[@brianmadeira2517]

Thanks for the info I will be getting the til warrior when it's out

[@carlnoyes2254]

Great info and video! Who did you recommend to do the GVM upgrade and how much can you go up to? Thank you 👍

[@matticusmac6452]

This gives me hope for the y62 in the USA, starting to see the 2016 ones for around 25 to 35k

[@ThaSpud1]

hi there great video very informative , i never thought of going in that direction suspension wise. is it possible to post the parts list in you description of what wheeling webber has done to the arms shocks and springs. i would like that to be my first mod...

[@power1224]

Dash, sorry to see your old Y62 go. Your channel is probably the best channel on Y62 modifications --- super informative and covers all the minor details. I have to say your channel definitely swayed my decision on getting a Infiniti QX80, which is the closest we can get here in the US. QX80's factory suspension geometry is slightly less off road capable than Y62, but we can still apply the OnTrack HBMC lift to improve it. I also like the weight-aware approach you take on mods, it definitely helps the car handling better in all scenarios. Keeps up the great work!

[@Nismo3]

He sold it??

[@Hyundairobitdog]

I am about to buy an armada here in the u.s. ,I thought the qx80 and armada are the same vehicle??

[@libertyoffroad1]

​@@Hyundairobitdog I just bought a 2017 Armada and was told it was based on the Patrol

[@wademoore2101]

Great info! I've watched many of your videos over the past few months trying to get some information on the Patrol and your videos have really helped me out. In the US we have the Patrol (well close) with the Nissan Armada and the Infiniti QX80. The Armada comes with more of a standard suspension setup, although it has rear air shocks. The Infiniti has the HBMC suspension. Which one would you chose and what are the pros/cons of both? I apologize if you had a video that touched on this and I just missed it.

[@DASHOffRoad]

I’m a big fan of the hbmc 👍

[@brycefraser1527]

Nice honest review, I think I’ll keep the FJ and supercharge it instead.

[@ysgood]

Thanks for Dave’s videos. I finally jump on board being a Y62 owner. Y62 is way under rated in Australia. One reason is many KZbin channels are “bought” by Toyota. Many people are just brainwashed. They just believe LC200 is better than Y62 on everything. And they also believe LC200 is way more reliable than a Nissan. But finally we have someone jump out showing up the fact. Nissan should seriously consider to give Dave some benefits/discount. Btw, Dave I also have a NP300. Haha. Once you got series5. We will have the same combo then.

[@tonyf7532]

Nissan should donate a patrol to you considering all the promo by you. Good job.

[@SlowRiderDucati]

Funny I have the Nitto R20 ridge grapplers on my QX80 up here in the states. I get about 50k miles per set and you gotta rotate. I am checking out 35s to upgrade soon. Mat lift a few inches as well.

[@davidbrowne1893]

Purchased a new Y62 last week….unfortunately 6-8 month wait but plenty of time to plan for all the mods. Thanks for the videos, it certainly helped in my decision to purchase a Patrol.

[@DASHOffRoad]

You will love it!! What colour did you get?

[@davidbrowne1893]

@@DASHOffRoad Just the standard white….next challenge is getting the exhaust changed out before I get it home so the mrs doesn’t notice.

[@jedsute]

dream set up, black Ti-L, tan trim, lotus off grid, there goes my super.... :)

[@matticusmac6452]

I would be glad to start a Y62 build shop partnership in the USA

[@craigminca7446]

I'll have to correct you on the after market radio. I have the 12.3 inch android display system and I cant fault it. Well worth the spend

[@Billybrokenlegs]

Hi Dave. Love the rims n tyres. Can you please advise what they are mate. Nitto ridge grappler tyres 295/70/18 but what are the rims called mate.

[@shayneno999]

Go the drifta draws with the evakool dc40 draw fridge

[@katrinaseng2540]

Their is a new y62 blue with tan interior at Nissan in Mount Isa Qld👍

[@marcuspecher3320]

I know one of your main goals has been weight reduction for the last few years....but would you consider another GVM upgrade pre-rego (to make it apply Australia wide)? Even with keeping things as light as possible, you don’t have much wiggle room to keep your 350kg download on the tow bar.

[@DASHOffRoad]

Unfortunately this is not possible for two reasons. 1, someone would have to step up and become a 2nd stage manufacturer, 2, you can’t add a GVM upgrade without having the weight on there, otherwise it is impossible to wheel align

[@darrindouglas1]

I've watched a couple of your videos here and there, and came across this one as I am considering trading my NP300 for a Y62. Personally, I

[@jamiewilliams3609]

Great video and where would I be able to get that rear jack compartment battery tray from

[@DASHOffRoad]

Send me an email and I can hook you up [e-mail]

[@talalrafeea3023]

Hello, I need to replace the ball joints on my Patrol Y62 2013 model. Any recommendation for a reliable brands? I've been having trouble finding a good one, except for Roadsafe, which unfortunately only offers front ball joints. Any advice is appreciated. Thanks!

[@michaelsutton7975]

Great vid do you have a estimate on when preditor rear bar with wheel carrier will be available 👍

[@DASHOffRoad]

Maybe towards the end of the year

[@alexfrankl7861]

I wish manufacturers would utilise airbags more , springs are such a compromise.

[@brookswotring2370]

Where to buy suspension kits for the 2021 Armada? Going to do 34" tires

[@rogerkoch8170]

For all you Y62 can someone tell me in order to do a lift kit how are you getting around the adjustable suspension. It’s all interconnected to all functions and computer on the car? I’ve been advised to steer clear of a lift and if i do it, it will cost thousands.

[@stevenslade656]

The only thing I can see wrong with the Nissan and Toyota with the Nissan you can only put 205 kilos inside the car when you're towing it's 3 1/2 tonne van and with the LandCruiser you can only put 265 kilos in it that's the problem with both of the new models that I can see other than that I like them both

[@randalllawkin]

Man you guys would make a killing in the states we barely have anything here for y62

[@myytchannel6632]

They would not make a killing here in the US. People who drive these cars never want to mod it. So, the company will not sell anything.

[@markwilliams3245]

What wheels are those pse, they look sick. What size, any lift?

[@302esky]

Cool information, but the budget would be around $300K including car for the Ultimate 4x4 ?

[@mihajlocccc1545]

How many much does it cost to fill up , and how many Ks do you get per tank.

[@Dmitry17041988]

You forgot to mention that you are only allowed to increase width of the tyre by 25 mm so 35/12.50/18 are definitely not street legal.

[@ajiramm2]

Bhai m bahut jayda confuse hu.. m meri life ka 1st car lene ki soch rha hu .. Hyundai Santro Magna (AMT) OR Maruti Ignis Delta (Manual) .. aap pls batao konsi lu ? ( budget limited ) (Normal Use in Village)

[@jamespritchard4265]

how big can tyres be and still still have spare fit under the car, cheers

[@krump7429]

For ya fridge. Why dont you look at one of those upright fridges by dometic ect. No need for a slide, drop slide or tilt slide then, save ya heaps of weight.

[@michaelchesnais]

Love the series 5 But no digital speedo and out dated interior will upgrade if we eventually get overseas interior

[@ant208]

Less digital for me, how will they be in 10years. Not proven yet in any brand

[@danielcholewinski1110]

What sort of issues do the extractors cause?

[@wlcsp]

Did you re-gear it since the tires are not bigger.

[@brianmadeira2517]

Great i formation, i intend getting a divorce present a y62tilto pull a 21.6 caravan.wont be doing any off road running what would i have to upgrade.i intend to wrap the car in candy apple red

[@martineley1]

Have you got a recommended list of kits for touring, sand and camping with no towing etc? Seems to me you should have a series of packages recommended depending on tasks planned. Does anyone know whether the Harrop supercharger reduces the engine/transmission etc life significantly ( I figure yes)

[@DASHOffRoad]

Hi Martin, if you are talking about suspension, I usually design this for the customer in consultation. Just send me an email via our website and we can discuss. Supercharger likely reduces the life of everything, including your licence 😅

[@kerryottley8116]

lets not forget some KO-GEAR in there :)

[@Renegade040]

Would love a Y62, but why not a tricked out Jeep Grand Cherokee V6 diesel or 5.7L V8 with the standard SELF LEVELING air suspension, don't need to fix, comes standard. I know what you thinking, bloody Jeep, but could you do back to back comparison with your Y62 if you are brave enough.

[@4bnewb969]

Thanks for upload. I will never have the $ for a Y62 or a LC200. But the performance, capital cost and features says Y62. A couple of random q’s; sourcing premium ULP a problem? And what is the low range reduction in the transfer case ? Cheers...

[@DASHOffRoad]

I haven’t had a problem finding premium, but it will run on 91 if need be, just sucks more juice. Being a 7 speed, what they do in low range is ample

[@4bnewb969]

DASH OffRoad appreciate the info. Thx for reply. Cheers

[@aedeau]

Best mod is to go and pick up a lc200 instead. haha, nah jk. i like the series 5 changes. looks mint in black.

[@09WINDSOR]

Got a link to the battery mount for the rear? Interested in that kind of setup

[@angusrainbow8853]

Already got my Andersen ready for this location. My thought is to raise the whole cargo area with a false floor so it's flat. Gives me space for a standard battery, tools and other storage. The bit I really want to add to this is a fold down tail gate. Somewhere to sit and keep away from the dusty bumper, also half the floor is hinged so you can still use the 3rd row.

[@UCmumstaxi]

I found putting the 5 x 20Ah batteries in the back requires re-locating the jack and tools, i could not find anywhere else to put the jack in a stock S5 ?.....im now going with a custom 110 Ah Lithium Battery that will fit in the same compartment, but should not require moving the jack from the factory location, not cheap to do, but has a bit more power and at less than 12Kg will not eat into the Vehicle payload much.

[@benlinke7745]

Have you done the lithium battery install yet? If so I'm really keen to find out how it it is going? Cheers. Ben.

[@UCmumstaxi]

@@benlinke7745 Yes Ben all installed, have been real world testing it for 7 days now, so far its blown me away how good the set up works, pics can be found on the aussie nissan patrol forum .

[@ZumbalacazanCuatroxCuatro]

👍👍

[@druggsrus]

great video david, but according to nissan the front axle tare weight is 1425kg and the max gross is 1650 this means you can put 225kg on the front axle and be road legal! the 85kg you refer to is just a little yellow warning sticker under the bonnet and has nothing to do with axle limits and has nothing to do with warranty its JUST a warning sticker, the manual booklet is full of them !!! remove your old bumper and its weight can also replaced.

[@DASHOffRoad]

Thanks for the clarification. It’s very easy to exceed the front axel limits of these things. Basically, a bar and winch with people inside pushes you over

[@akilghosh]

Is that factory rear bumper? I don't think so

[@80sShred]

So you said the biggest you can go on the tyres is 34.6 inches, but your tyres are 34.8, does that mean you are running illegal?

[@barrykemp6153]

What about the spare tyre?

[@morriemariani9646]

I'm a detailer and I can attest that the black is one of the worst paints I've seen. Soft as fucken butter!

[@stone1re2]

Hi. I have a infinity qx80. I’m looking to build it. Do you know if the patrol lift kit will work with the qx80? I’m not finding any lifts for the infinity, but I know they are basically the same vehicle. Lmk if you get a chance. Love the page. Thanks

[@DASHOffRoad]

I would know sorry

[@DASHOffRoad]

Wouldn’t know sorry

[@phlfly10]

If Aussie has steering on right side I would sent you just Titan Pro4X, that would do lot more with weight . So let me know Like your videos even I don't have Patrol, hold down It's called Armanda

[@angusrainbow8853]

Steering is on the right side 😁

[@cloudysbogblog5394]

Mate I have a series 4, have stock rims and am up for some new tyres, are you sure the 295/70/18 wheels will fit with just a few zip ties to fix scrubbing as I don't have much luck in the tyre shops to tell me? Please help. Good luck with your new purchase too.

[@DASHOffRoad]

They will fit. If the tyre shop has to look it up in a book your going to the wrong shop 😉

[@cloudysbogblog5394]

@@DASHOffRoad haha I agree but I've been to JAX, Bob Jane, an independent tyre shop and they all say the same thing. The Bob Jane guy was telling me the Original rims are to narrow for a 295/70/18 and will look stupid so I'm stuck on what to do. What's your unbiased lol opinion of the best 295/70/18 tyre which will be quiet on road as an AT style? Thanks for responding

[@JamesZJi]

no, Nissan won't give Dash any discount because he also made everyone know y62 has scrap paint

[@barrymorrison5600]

Hey Dash, would you still recommend a unichip upgrade on a series 4?

[@DASHOffRoad]

Yes mate, absolutely

[@indikalsi4466]

They have a Hermiso blue Ti with Tan interior in WA Nissan WANGARA. Was looking into it but wanted a Ti-L

[@mills3375]

I’ve seen that. Looks absolute mint

[@ericbehm6047]

Wondering if you have any idea for Armada resources that are in or will ship to US. I can't find anyone who has anything. Pretty disappointing. Or...do you know of a place that can provide the base measurements for front/rear bumpers, sliders and skid plates?

[@brettleonard8602]

Dash has supplied his aftermarket front bars to the US and apparently the Armada has a different chassis that is also thinner than the Australian/Saudi models

[@benbarcham1500]

I’m not a fan of brown interior’s and wood grain. For me I’d get black recaro’s and black panels to cover all the wood grain

[@krecha1]

Hey Dash, Perhaps I somehow missed it but what happened to your Y62? Didn’t get wrecked I hope or was it end of lease?

[@DASHOffRoad]

Nothing that dramatic, just sold it privately to cash up for the next project

[@stuartproctor6642]

so any idea when the predator bars are coming? as ihope to receive my new patrol within a month

[@DASHOffRoad]

Mid October all going well 👍

[@rashid138888]

I need help here. I have a 2010 LE 400hp. The HBMC get damaged for a reason. My question shall I replace it with OEM or avoid the entire hydronic system by going with sway bar ?

[@soorajsugathan4497]

Have you faced any issues with the seat? A few of my Y62 owner friends have complained about back pain on long journeys.

[@DASHOffRoad]

Nope

[@Agent.K.]

Yes the mid row is uncomfortable for adults in 3+ hours drive. Front 2 are excellent, especially driver.

[@66pheonixpatrick76]

Oh yeah , here comes a defect notice in NSW

[@kzz8971]

Patrol vs Landcruiser?

[@jase6827]

buy a Ram 1500. Lockers and a Good profile coming very soon. Best of both worlds.

[@Miggy2j]

I have heard a deflated 35' tyre will fit underneath? Any truth to this?

[@DASHOffRoad]

Correct, but it won’t be very round

[@VIAJAENSUVNXT]

SALUDOS!!

[@dazzalincoballance3990]

Do the front shocks cope better with heavier springs ?

[@DASHOffRoad]

Upgraded front coils will have the ability to drive the hbmc better on the heavier cars, but ride quality decreases

[@rogerkoch8170]

Got a y62, great wife’s car and hoon vehicle, will do any 4by4 against any other car, but if you want serious 4 wheeling like Kakadu, Kimberley Cape York forget it, problem is fuel, there are additives in the fuel to prevent fuel sniffing, that’s why I still have 200 series unless someone has a solution.

[@DASHOffRoad]

Many Y62’s have been to the cape

[@rogerkoch8170]

DASH OffRoad yes I have seen them but Cape is a bit more popular, it’s the remote part of Kimberly I was concerned with. I myself prefer the 62 over the 200 but fuel is the decider.

[@markrovers9360]

Hi Dave I''m 99% sure Bendigo Nissan has one

[@xavierguthrie3358]

Can confirm 👍 they try and always hold a blue one .price was not even questioned when I showed them some mid $60k when I purchased :) . Also , sales manager is a member of your page

[@MudducksTouringAustralia]

what happened to the old y62? Cheers Steve

[@DASHOffRoad]

I built a shrine around it and it’s now entombed for eternity

[@jads1021]

@@DASHOffRoad LOL

[@angusrainbow8853]

Does the 295 70 18 fit under as a spare? Deflated?

[@DASHOffRoad]

Deflated it will

[@cloudysbogblog5394]

Not if you have a tow bar though?

[@explorethebush]

Dave the Navara driver 🤣😂

[@DASHOffRoad]

I know, I know, I’m going to cop it for a while. Y62’s don’t grow on trees you know 😉

[@explorethebush]

@@DASHOffRoad looking forward to watching your new build, seems to be some good choices especially the Drifta drawers, they work well in my Y62.

[@fredkhoshkhoo4533]

Will this add ons void the warranty of nissan

[@DASHOffRoad]

I can’t see how, but best to ask Nissan

[@franzvicini4430]

Can you tell me what tires are you runing.

[@DASHOffRoad]

Nitto Ridge Grappler 35”

[@franzvicini4430]

DASH OffRoad 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 on 20” rims right.

[@Nismo3]

Do you bought a new Y62??

[@DASHOffRoad]

Not yet

[@Nismo3]

DASH OffRoad So you are on the way to buy a new one?? :) Do you saw the video „From A to Z“ from Nissan??

[@reviewsdownunder7540]

Why not super charger again??

[@DASHOffRoad]

Nah

[@toddschuiling3078]

What about a snorkel?

[@DASHOffRoad]

I don’t like snorkels, any of them

[@Mambey]

Off road systems aren't bad.

[@anbu999]

Y62 jesus, please come back to the right side before 200 series recruiting team win the battle.

[@DASHOffRoad]

Never fear

[@iampennochio]

RHINO 4X4 BULL BAR SERIES 5 is already available. Just copy paste uppercase into ebay. Nah i dont work for them 🙄

[@DASHOffRoad]

Pass

[@Miller696]

how much juice you chewing through dude on a trip.

[@efibendor1]

What happened to your Y62?

[@DASHOffRoad]

Sold