Nissan’s Patrol is one of a handful of vehicles that makes use of a naturally aspirated V8 to pull its weight which is quite a bit coming in at 3.5 tonnes. But thankfully the engine’s 5.6-litre capacity makes it able to produce 405 HP and 560 Nm so that you don’t feel like a slug on the motorway. As you’d expect, the Patrol is great for towing but it’s also capable of going off-road thanks to its 4×4 system and high ground clearance. The only downside is that the fuel consumption is quite bad at 14.4L /100km. Luckily there are some off-roading accessories to help take your mind off that fuel consumption.
4×4 Accessories
Snorkel
In the same way, you need a snorkel when going deep sea diving your Patrol needs one too when you want to be able to cross a deep river or creek. 4×4 snorkels are made to provide a safe pathway for air to enter the engine. These essential Nissan Patrol Y62 accessories help save your engine from catastrophic damage as water will otherwise enter the side air intake. With a snorkel you also get cleaner and cooler air supplied to the engine which improves both performance and efficiency.
Roof Rack
Storage space is important when going off-roading especially if you plan on camping at the same time. This is why, adding a roof rack to your Patrol is essential to increase storage space as you free up space inside. Roof racks, as you’d expect, go on the roof of your Patrol and help you carry stuff that won’t fit in the boot or back seat and that won’t get damaged by the rain or wind. Bulky and rugged equipment can easily be placed up top and as long as you secure it properly you can go through any terrain with it.
Exhaust
The sweet rumble coming from that V8 powerband shouldn’t be experienced just by the driver and passengers. If you fit an aftermarket exhaust, not only will you and people outside hear more of those 8 cylinders working away, but you’ll also improve the performance of your Patrol. With the correct exhaust system, you can also improve the efficiency of the engine and also reduce any throttle lag that monster of an engine might be experiencing. With these Y62 parts, you also have the option to make your Patrol quieter, if that’s what you’re after.
Bullbars & Rear Bars
Rear bars and bullbars are the same thing, except that bullbars go on the front bumper while rear ones, well, they go on the rear bumper. Bull bars are more common nowadays since the chances of hitting the front are higher than the back side of your Patrol even in the wild.
These Nissan Patrol Y62 accessories both provide much-needed protection from impacts and help provide attachment points for additional accessories. Bullbars are available in more styles and sizes and can accommodate more Nissan Patrol Y62 upgrades and accessories than rear bars though.
Lights
Headlights are just not enough when you’re going on an Outback adventure in the dark. Adding some driving lights can help make the path ahead more visible and also make you easier to notice by others on said path. You can also go for light bars which help illuminate a wider angle so that you can see both what’s close by and far away. You can choose from different lighting solutions here such as HID, halogen and LED lights. As you’d expect LEDs are the most popular nowadays just because these Y62 parts are efficient and powerful.
Wheels & Tyres
To get that much-needed traction, a 4×4 drivetrain isn’t enough, having the right wheels and tyres is an important aspect too. Larger wheels and tyres are not preferred when you want to get the most out of your Patrol. Instead, somewhat smaller wheels and tyres with lots of thread on them are what you should go for. You should go for steel wheels as these Nissan Patrol Y62 upgrades are the strongest but also look for wheels with beadsets. All-terrain tyres are what you should go for as they are made to provide traction no matter how sticky or slippery the terrain is.
Lift Kit
A Nissan Patrol has plenty of space between its underbody and the ground but sometimes even that’s not enough which is why you should consider getting a lift kit. If, and only if, the terrain you’re trying to drive on requires you to have higher ground clearance, you should consider adding a lift kit. Otherwise, you don’t need it and you’ll only make your Patrol more difficult to maneuver. Lift kits are great though as these Nissan Patrol Y62 upgrades keep undercarriage components safe and also give you better approach angles.
Diff Breather Kit
A diff breather kit is a great companion accessory to a snorkel as it too keeps your Patrol safe from excessive damage when going through deep waters. A diff breather kit goes on the differentials to re-route their air intake and prevent water from entering where air should.
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