Here is Why This Lifted Nissan 4x4 Van Costs $83,000!

[@omorin34]

So, I have looked into this option and there are a couple directions to go if anyone wants to tackle this themselves. 1. Buy a used transfer case, driveshafts, front diff, axles shafts and knuckles with bearings from a used Titan XD. Pull the rear axles shafts form the rear diff and replace with XD shafts. Re-rear rear diff while your in there. Might need a custom length drive shaft in the rear. Front should line up. 2. Do most of #1 except update front hubs to a 2006 GMC 2500HD. Machine your knuckles .8 mm in diameter. but 33 spline output shaft to 6 bolt inner axle plates to go into the titan XD front diff and mate that to 2500 HD half shafts. The GMC bearing do not have the same set back so you will need spacers, about 5/8". I think 1/2" is enough and easily available.

[@thomasbloomer5874]

I don’t understand Nissan because they build great value vehicles they do some incredible work they stick there toe into a certain area then they pull it back then act scared. Nissan go all in this van could easily have a diesel option and a longer wheel base version as well. The titan is a perfect testimony to what I am talking about back in 08-09 Nissan put on there big pants and beat Toyota to market with a crew cab with a long bed. Also I need to remind you when the first gen titan was introduced it shocked the truck segment. Ford Gm and Ram was really afraid. Toyota was in the back with their tundra crying. The new generation titan has so much more potential than what Nissan is doing. I have a Nissan Frontier and it’s going strong Nissan Corp. If you get a chance to read this please please take the time to listen to your customers take the time you have so much more potential.

[@drtone]

because its about corporate executive obscene salaries and stock price, which requires them to build the crappiest possible vehicle that passes regulation and can foist on captive consumer, at the highest price and sell criminal loans, imho

[@ryanjenkins8728]

Nissan has been asleep at the wheel for the past 10 years. The latest Titan was phoned in and is getting killed by the competition, the 370z hasn't been updated in forever, same with the GTR. The Altima and Maxima have blurred into the same car almost and Nissan still struggles with the reputation their transmissions have given them. It's sad.

[@V8orNoCar]

Thomas Bloomer lol, even the newer tundra is miles better than crap Nissan.

[@hugeCRSfan69]

I hear everything youre saying but lets be honest the titan doesn't sell worth sh*t cause they dont advertise or market it correctly. Same with the nv although it sells more than the titan...they are shooting themselves in the foot by not offering different configurations and wheelbases or a diesel engine like the sprinter and transit. Even the promaster has a decent amount if configurations and 3 wheelbases..just doesn't offer awd or 4x4

[@---ul4in]

Nissan is discontinuing the NV van this year, reading this comment now is somewhat tragic

[@richardburguillos3118]

Now that’s a VAN! Soccer Dad’s now have a van to be proud of driving 😉. Thanks...

[@gregormiller4037]

Perfect for my son, they have three kids and love to camp and go fishing in the Sierras...may just get this for his B-day :)

[@V8orNoCar]

Gregor Miller let me guess, $200k yearly income?

[@Sig721Tau]

@@V8orNoCar Let me guess, you're jealous?

[@Jose-xm3tq]

@@Sig721Tau HAHAHA

[@jerb9254]

Luis Santana Stop pocket watch, hater. 🤡👍🏾

[@warrioroverlandadventures6409]

I would definitely consider this rig. Thanks for content.

[@estarszak]

Another awesome truck! Love it! My buddy does van makeovers and currently has TWO - Ford 350 longbed Diesel vans with 4x4 and 6" lift kits. For sale in Silt, CO right now. what a set-up!

[@woolengrappler]

I don’t understand why vans like the Chevy express and Ford E Series vans don’t come standard 4x4. They are utilitarian vehicles based on truck platforms and most trucks come in 4x4.

[@dmcnamara9859]

woolengrappler: GM "G"vans with Optional AWD...can be easily retrofited with a mechanical New-Process Transfer-Case from a Junk-Yard off any old Ford,GM,Dodge pickup...and be re-flashed for about a $1,000 bucks if you do the transfer-case swap and linkage swap yourself and just find someone who is honest and fair to re-flash your ECM

[@D_Cali_Life]

@@dmcnamara9859 Actually its more like $12k if you DIY $18k-$22k installed For a Chevy Express 4x4 upgrade I've gotten like 4 quotes

[@miguelcabral1836]

I’ve seen two of these in Topeka Kansas, in recent weeks. Both lifted and one was for sure 4X4.

[@overland139]

Hi Nathan. When you’re using the word schmutz it sounds like you mean “stuff” but the german verb schmutzig means dirty or grimy. lt’s also a yiddish expression like “Change your shirt it has some schmutz on it”. I’m a subscriber to all the TFL channels and enjoy the work you and the other guys do. I’m not trying to be a Putz but just wanted to point this out. And remember that Power Wagon don’t care if it gets covered in schmutz.

[@tritchie6272]

Personally I think the cargo is the way to go. That way you can put a bed in back.

[@mayor399999999999999]

Completely agree with you.

[@billwilliams9897]

I personally agree, and I would also venture to bet that a regular stock 2wd with normal tires will go everywhere 98% of the population would ever take it. Im just gonna buy a slightly used 2whd Van like this for around 25k and fix it up the way I want it. Only in the Cargo version.

[@travelinman482]

@@billwilliams9897 I agree with almost everything you had said about this van. Except for the 2WD part. I would opt for the true Titan 4x4 swap but with only a 4" lift kit. Like you had said, most people are not taking big vans like these rock crawling or on serious MOAB trails. Minus leather interior.

[@billwilliams9897]

@@travelinman482 yup...there are a few people who need 4whd...and they know who they are.

[@carholic-sz3qv]

it would be nicer with the diesel engine just like the mercedes sprinter which is still the best van for me i think

[@brushrescue1701]

Le Chat Botté oooow yes the sprinter with the 5 cylinder engine best van ever...

[@millennialbiker906]

I got one last month, love it, Give Jackson a call at Ken Garff

[@bosse641]

Cool overland vehicle. Would love to own that.

[@elsuperpollo2273]

I like to see a nv cargo van high roof with a converted right hand drive for rural mail carry, shelves and a rv tiolet.

[@jedironin380]

Just once I want to see a dealer list the "Schmutz Package," just to see who notices! :D Nice review.

[@RyanRKJ]

Does that roof top tent sleep 8? I don't think so. Thus, the arrangement shown makes little sense. But, the good news with vans is, that if you start with a cargo, the options are basically endless. It's always good to see more 4x4 van options, but any option that involves buying a van, and tearing out a bunch of parts you just paid for, usually does not result in a great value. It would have been nice if the NV had a Titan front end from the factory, right from their introduction, many years ago.

[@fisher7897]

That's my kind of van! You should review what Quigley conversions offer.

[@rogerj412]

Very interesting. Are there plans to offer it as a chassis cab? I would love to see an off road oriented RV based on this platform.

[@ALMX5DP]

Roger J if they could convert a van, certainly possible to convert a chassis cab. Biggest question I think is if Nissan makes a Chassis cab version of the NV.

[@jasoncarpp7742]

I find the NV way more attractive than the Titan, particularly looking at the front end.

[@1tylerproud]

This van is awesome! I would love to trade my 2015 on this. Just the lift and big tires. Please

[@JahyMoonwalker]

that's pretty cool but for that price point I'd rather have a Land Cruiser some accessories. it is great that they are offering options like that and I hope that trend catches on.

[@jeffgarn6604]

I am wondering what lift kit is on this NV? Is it just a Rough Country 6 inch for a Nissan Titan?

[@omarmendez6081]

Let know if you got the answer to this lol

[@phil3924]

I saw one of these in Kentucky for the first time and had no clue what it was. For that kind of money I'd rather have a land cruiser.

[@jasoncarpp7742]

If only they were available stock with a turbo diesel engine. That'd make it the ultimate off-road van.

[@garrettbrainis]

I don’t care what model it is and the mods done to it, i’d never pay anything close to $83,000 for a new Nissan.

[@Jose-xm3tq]

Anymore updates with this Setup? Would love a Full review Towing, overlanding, mpg, ETC

[@falcn12]

Do want the high top version in 4x4...

[@treeminutesorless]

Had me until you said “neato” tires

[@machendachen]

Like you said nathan take some of the fancy options off to save some bucks and you have a badass shtf offroad van!!

[@altrock86]

I have been looking for a 4x4 van. But I’m more interested in a van vs an suv video.

[@maverick-zj3jz]

Ford has an all wheel drive van comming soon.

[@WookieSenshi]

Can you get this with the v6 NV that's available? For a bit better mpg.

[@ИванГригорьев-м8я]

Красота хочу такую же👍👍👍👍👍

[@cbskwkdnslwhanznamdm2849]

I want factory 4x4 body on frame van so bad :(

[@XHobbiesPrime]

Not very practical or attainable for most people. Neat looking though. No link to where you can buy it or a list of mods though?

[@LukeEdward]

MORE!

[@beauellis9608]

After all that they put a Rough Country lift on it?

[@limo2ride]

Please, do a towing review with the stock 2wd Nissan NV3500SL. I would love to know how it does maxed out on the Ike Gauntlet.

[@chrisludwig9783]

limo2ride it tows pretty damn good

[@limo2ride]

@@chrisludwig9783 yes it does... I have a 2018 and tow a 6500 lbs. travel trailer. I’d like to see a max towing review, because I want to get a larger trailer and I want to know if it will handle it safely... What do you tow with the van?

[@chrisludwig9783]

limo2ride 2019 mpg 3100bh. 36 and a half ft 9k lbs loaded. what's the tongue weight on your trailer

[@chrisludwig9783]

limo2ride mine is only 10k loaded. yours now might be heavier. how does your tow now ok ? they are tough trucks I think

[@regsparkes6507]

Thumps up for Nissan again!

[@gregormiller4037]

Wish you posted a link to the Salt Lake dealership. I googulated a few Nissan dealerships, looked for a '4x4 cargo van', added Avatar to no avail...any suggestions?

[@zr2kid18]

TimDahleNissanSouthtowne.com and its avatarmetalworks.com

[@gregormiller4037]

@@zr2kid18..Ahh, thanks Kyle...i'm computer literate challenged.

[@richeastmain4031]

What is schmutz and is it good or bad?

[@cbskwkdnslwhanznamdm2849]

Van vs truck for camping?

[@vonguido1]

$83,000 for a 4x4 van w/ a rough country lift? thats laughable

[@ALMX5DP]

vonguido1 people pay $83k for completely stock pickups, so for the same price this doesn’t seem to bad.

[@vonguido1]

@@ALMX5DP what $83K stock pick up are you talking about???

[@ALMX5DP]

vonguido1 build and price them online. 1/2 tons are $70k plus accessories (which could add thousands) with 3/4 tons far surpassing that.

[@chrisludwig9783]

your right it is laughable. you can do this same truck for 56k out the door

[@thetetons744]

Not just any 4x4 van however, a QUIGLEY

[@rossmartens]

That is pretty darn cool

[@limodrivermike]

limited slip or lockers on these diffs?

[@uconnapharm]

Name & conatct data for the dealer in Utah that does this conversion ? - Please !

[@hugeCRSfan69]

The nissan nv is basically a nissan titan, i don't get why nissan cant offer factory 4 wheel drive like they do in the titans...a base nissan titan with 4 wheel drive doesn't cost 83K so this shouldnt either

[@ryanmartinage]

The 4x4 van conversions are just so damn expensive. I wish an OEM looking for sales would just throw a transfer case in one and give an affordable option.

[@BenKempa]

Ford offers awd on their latest vans

[@glenfdoss]

Aftermarket Nissan rules

[@jorgediaz7131]

When you guys will take the Nissan Titan to MOAB?

[@crjmoto]

Love it, unfortunately it's $83k over budget for me lol #mustmakesmartfinancialdecisionsdarnit

[@vitocorleone3724]

crj moto Well if you consider the cost of the van before the goodies, and the cost of the 4WD conversion(and labor) it would cost about $37k to $43k roughly. That’s still a lot, but it’s about half of the model in the video, and you could do all the add-ons yourself. Still a good chunk of change for a 4WD van.

[@damiangutierrez9103]

$83,000 no way rather buy a used 4runner customize it & a overland trailer.

[@DRTMaverick]

But why rough country :(

[@bmbrabus]

Really cool but a ridiculous price

[@billgorman1438]

What dealership sells this particular van?

[@America1stsotheworldthrives]

Tim Dahle Nissan sandy Utah

[@eliasholguin8739]

will they ever put a cummis diesel in it?

[@sidewithwerewolves]

I want the cargo van version

[@ThePlanet_L.I.]

Awesome 👍🏾

[@guillermon5152]

guys do a revel 4x4 test come on you can get one i will be cool

[@M3lo-14]

This camera guy with the ill zoom

[@rickd8979]

Love it

[@faded039]

That is so dope

[@alexsteele5070]

Badass van

[@Hazardbone]

Why do they design side steps that'll get caught on everything 🤦‍♂️

[@omorin34]

The NV 3500 has 8 bolts hubs. The Titan XD has 6. Are they running 6 bolts hubs now? Or will the NV hub accept a XD axle shaft? This conversion seems straight forward except for this one little issue. I think they run 8 bolt hubs but how?

[@cndgb233]

The front end and transfer case is from a Titan XD not the regular Titan, the van front is still 8 bolt after conversion. I am in Canada and bought a used passenger one up here and had Tim Dahle Nissan Southtowne in Utah do the conversion. For mine I also got the Titan XD Pro4X wheels and the 9 speed out of the Titan as it was a used van. They won't do it on a new one, something to do with maintaining the Nissan powertrain warranty. They did great work. Love the van will never get rid of this thing. Mine was not anywhere close to that price final price was under $40K including the price of the van.

[@Nickwillfixit]

Yeah sign me up for a lifted cargo so I can outfit it myself, hell no it is not available here in the UK sob sob

[@wrongsend7106]

83k. What. I rather go for sprinter or transit.

[@StgVirus1]

That V8 needs more power.

[@mauiboy96768]

For 83k and not diesel..? Nahhhh.

[@ashbrookdoodlebopsgautierw985]

So basically all the money is in that weak ass lift and stock Titan parts? Sounds like a rip off for that price

[@kennthbennett7320]

83k give me a break 🤨

[@donleamon8653]

Look at how much loaded 1/2 tons are anymore...

[@tefamilyadventures]

Great content! Keep up the great work. If you have a moment go have a browse of my page 😊👍

[@brianclevenger5521]

WANT

[@Tedkelvin]

Another Yawwwn. From Nissan. Companies that show commitment to capture the imagination of their customers...win most of the time. If this Van was a LWB 6x6 high roof,wide track long travel, monster with a cummins V8.. and a reasonable price tag. Could have been a winner and a trend setter. Throw in a LWB 6x6 or 4x4 diesel chassis cab then everybody will be talking about how progressive the Brand is. The Next Gen Titan should follow the Direction of the titan warrior concept. But as usual nissan are too busy counting Beans.

[@tronaboron_99]

Roof tent? It's a van🤦! Get rid of all those seats...🪓🪓🪓

[@coryjustinbaker1194]

Stop saying schmutz

[@pechmichaelchristina2640]

What’s up with EVERYTHING overlanding these days? So much fancy overpriced crap. They’re basically a hotel on wheels. Pitch a tent like a man! Sorry if I offended you.

[@Theeezfoo77]

Settle down

[@pasztorzoltan4239]

Looks ugly af

[@speterbilt]

Junk

[@paulm6481]

Plumber approved review, as rest of us need to watch this useless review

[@glenfdoss]

Nissan sucks at times