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GregsFX2Ranger
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Thought I'd supply a little update since its been about a week of ownership of the Frontier.
Overall, I'm impressed. I am really satisfied with the power of their truck with its 3.8 V6. This is a HUGE improvement over the previous gen with the 4.0 V6.
The 3.8 is very quiet and very smooth shifting with the new 9 speed transmission. On the highway, it purrs right along in 9th. in the city, I've found that I have to lock out 9th (like in the ranger I had to lock out 8th, 9th, and 10th). I haven't noticed any "lugging" in the lower gears at lower speeds 40-50mph like I did in the ranger.
If there is any "gear hunting" in the 3.8, its very subtle, sometimes not even noticeable. 1st, 2nd, is pretty quick. gains torque/momentum in 3rd and 4th, and the depending on grade, shifts right up to 9th (or 8th).
Engine is a bit noisy until it gets good and warmed up. Doesn't sound any worse than the Ranger (that sounds like sewing machine). Thanks direct injection!
oil changes will be a breeze, as the oil filter is on the bottom of the block in front. No weird mazes to change the oil! filter is $5.50.
Ride quality I'm going to compare to the Ranger FX2, because the PRO-X is a close comparison. initially, took a few days to get the optimum tire pressure. Of course, off the truck it was 50+. Driving home I said, WTF. Recommended cold was 35. 37 cold seems to be the sweet spot. Hankook 17 inch AT2 tires
Just like the FX2, different shocks and different tires. Highway great ride. If you get on a bumpy road, you will feel every bump. If you're on a road with the seams, you feel those as well. Bilstein 4600 shocks on the Frontier. HOWEVER, I got a more choppy consistent ride in the Ranger all the time, versus the Frontier.
Impressed with the mileage. This is a combination of 50/50 highway/city-town.
Highest was 26.8 which plateaued on the highway. Overall since driving off the lot now is 25.1 mpg in 267 miles (obviously city driving dragged this down a bit).
interior quality is good. Seats are comfortable.. No wind noise, No rattles. everything within reach. As with the Ranger, you need to hit a button to control the fan speed, instead of turning a knob. Guess You get used to it after a while. A/C blows plenty cold and forceful.
Touch screen is bright, but it does have some glare on it at certain angles compared to the Ranger's some what "matte" finish touchscreen. Nissan Connect is similar to SYNC. App can control truck functions. Vehicle health reports, etc Hotspot thru AT&T. Navigation is standard on the Pro-x and Pro-4x.
Tailgate has a damper from the factory! LOL All weather
high mats were installed
Well, that's about all I can think about to talk about so far. Any questions you all might be interested in asking I'll try to answer.
Overall, I'm impressed. I am really satisfied with the power of their truck with its 3.8 V6. This is a HUGE improvement over the previous gen with the 4.0 V6.
The 3.8 is very quiet and very smooth shifting with the new 9 speed transmission. On the highway, it purrs right along in 9th. in the city, I've found that I have to lock out 9th (like in the ranger I had to lock out 8th, 9th, and 10th). I haven't noticed any "lugging" in the lower gears at lower speeds 40-50mph like I did in the ranger.
If there is any "gear hunting" in the 3.8, its very subtle, sometimes not even noticeable. 1st, 2nd, is pretty quick. gains torque/momentum in 3rd and 4th, and the depending on grade, shifts right up to 9th (or 8th).
Engine is a bit noisy until it gets good and warmed up. Doesn't sound any worse than the Ranger (that sounds like sewing machine). Thanks direct injection!
oil changes will be a breeze, as the oil filter is on the bottom of the block in front. No weird mazes to change the oil! filter is $5.50.
Ride quality I'm going to compare to the Ranger FX2, because the PRO-X is a close comparison. initially, took a few days to get the optimum tire pressure. Of course, off the truck it was 50+. Driving home I said, WTF. Recommended cold was 35. 37 cold seems to be the sweet spot. Hankook 17 inch AT2 tires
Just like the FX2, different shocks and different tires. Highway great ride. If you get on a bumpy road, you will feel every bump. If you're on a road with the seams, you feel those as well. Bilstein 4600 shocks on the Frontier. HOWEVER, I got a more choppy consistent ride in the Ranger all the time, versus the Frontier.
Impressed with the mileage. This is a combination of 50/50 highway/city-town.
Highest was 26.8 which plateaued on the highway. Overall since driving off the lot now is 25.1 mpg in 267 miles (obviously city driving dragged this down a bit).
interior quality is good. Seats are comfortable.. No wind noise, No rattles. everything within reach. As with the Ranger, you need to hit a button to control the fan speed, instead of turning a knob. Guess You get used to it after a while. A/C blows plenty cold and forceful.
Touch screen is bright, but it does have some glare on it at certain angles compared to the Ranger's some what "matte" finish touchscreen. Nissan Connect is similar to SYNC. App can control truck functions. Vehicle health reports, etc Hotspot thru AT&T. Navigation is standard on the Pro-x and Pro-4x.
Tailgate has a damper from the factory! LOL All weather
high mats were installed
Well, that's about all I can think about to talk about so far. Any questions you all might be interested in asking I'll try to answer.
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