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So many questions, and literally 0 answers. Did you find out something? Did u put any suspension kit on yours?😅

Si va tallar un poco. Yo le quite unas 20x12 a mi Silverado y se las puse a la qx56

These have auto mode where if rear wheels slip then front wheels kick in, not too sure if 2008 is any different then my 2006 but this is how the 1st gens work

Just for edification, actually could've made it up in auto if i added some speed

Also, what shocks are you using that are 2" longer?

@@BorellaFamilyAdventures So I have done a few setups for the rear... I started out by swapping the stock coils for the Suncore Coils and shocks and it road pretty good but didn't give it much lift. Before I decided to do a spacer lift, I picked up a set of Moog 81085 coils and these gave me the 2" lift in the rear without need for spacers but it does ride stiffer. I tried the Bilstein 4600's but these didnt support the weight of the vehicle so I reinstalled the factory AirShock and now it rides much better. Im in the process of sourcing 2" longer Rancho's and 2" longer foxs... Ill post once i get these tested out.

@@projectsadventuresandrevie2386 Following up on your quest here? Did you figure out a solution?

Hey, what'd you end up doing?

Not too sure about this but you can goto Autozone and ask them to pull the Frontier and Armada/QX56 bushings and see if they are the same size and shape.

I put the front bilsteins on the 2nd notch and added the 81085 moog so now riding at 2 inches of lift and been reliable but Im going through different rear shocks to find the best fit. Not much out there as far as Rear Suspension upgrades for these QX's.

Hey Nauman, on my 2006 QX56 it has the center diff lock as you can see in my 2nd video where I engage 4Lo and was able to get up that obstacle and the wheel with less contact still spins. Also if you do a search you'll find specs on this as I'll paste here: 4x4 on-demand (All Mode 4WD, front engaged automatically when rear wheels slipping is detected, wet multi-plate clutch in the center differential, 50/50-0/100 torque distribution, 2WD, auto or lock mode), transfer case 2.59/1, automatic 5-speed gearbox

Its automatic once you put it in 4 Low then it uses the brakes to distribute power to the wheel that's not slipping. i got high centered once and saw the system working its amazing to watch

You can cut out that oem sleeve but for me it was too short to work with my bushings and had to find a longer sleeve and cut it to fit. I am still trying to find time to edit and upload the process. Make sure you pick up and use lithium greese to install the new bushings.

@@projectsadventuresandrevie2386 figures. Lol appreciate the reply. Already got a small tub of that grease lying around 👌

The stock sleeves are smaller than the Urethane bushings and wont work. I ended up ordering two sets of bushings and ended up cutting a section off the spare sleeve to make it work.... Ill work on putting up a video of that install soon.

were you able to get the stock bushings and sleeve out without removing the PS rack?

@@adamc.7770 Yes. Loosened all the bolts, including the one on the passenger side and was able to get them out from front to back.

I'll have a video up of the replacement this week, ended trying out 3 sets

Any update?

Agreed, I just got back from a 1200 mile trip towing a 3000k lbs trailer at a steady 65mph even up steep hills...this v8 with tow mode is a beast

I actually have that video but trying to find time to edit and upload it...ill have these up soon

I just added a quick run through on my rear suspension upgrade but the video of actually removing and upgrading will come soon, editing these long freagin videos are a pita...lol

No alignment issues, its only 1inch up front but ill be doing another inch soon with upper control arms so well see then after a full 2inch lift

Im at 2" lift right now and havent had any alignment issues, pepboys aligned it and tracks fine. I will be doing 1.5" spacers to lift it an extra 3.5" and will be attempting to shove close to 35" tires on there soon, also got camber bolts for the front to fix any alignment issues then.

Hey Askar, Ill do another video of installing the rack and pinion bushings, common issues on these and a lot of people think its suspension related

What's going on with your QX56?

@@projectsadventuresandrevie2386 the service chart was showing there is leak on the power steering, but then changing the entire kit might cost me higher .. I was told that he will change one component I guess the rack where some lathe-work is required … Another issue is that when I reverse the drive mode to auto from 4*4 , it’s not getting changing on the control Panel or dashboard It’s like I have to switch off the engine and switch it on Once after a muddy drive It was not getting changed even after the restart … Then I did a steam wash assuming the sensors are covered with mud It worked fine after that

@@AshkerAlpha143 Not sure why lathe work would be required to fix a leak, I'd get another opinion. Might be cheaper to just order a new Rack and Pinion from Rock Auto and have a local mechanic install it. Also make sure that second opinion checks all your power steering lines, hoses and flanges as the leak may just be a bad seal. For the 4x4, Id start with the actual switch on the dash make sure its good by either sourcing a used one to swap out or get it tested. If you power wash the under carriage and the 4x4 works again, maybe the electrical connectors are exposed causing a short.

@@bubba2for2 Thanks, much appreciated. I love this truck but it does have some quirks you'd have to iron out to make it a solid and reliable rig. Hopefully I can get enough content going to help other QX and Armada owners to watch and subscribe and help you guys fix these rigs up on the cheap.

That's my next project, I already have a "non big tow" set of rear springs with 1.5" coil lift, bilstein 4600 shocks, shock extenders and Firestone coil rite air bags. Just trying to find the time to get her done and record everything. You have good content on this vehicle too!

@@projectsadventuresandrevie2386 отлично брат! Надеюсь у тебя всё получится! Буду внимательно следить за твоим каналом 💪 Спасибо тебе

@@АлександрВульф-й1ю Thank you for following and watching, makes it worth while to make these videos, hopefully more QX and Armada owners will start a channel and help get these platforms noticed.

Is 10.2 inches clearance not enough?

@@ioanfilip3586 stock height rubs on simplest trails due to the length of this vehicle. 10" clearance on a shorter vehicle is perfect.

Thanks, definitely not a lot of QX or Armada content out there...very capable platform but with its many common issues that hopefully I can help others remedy themselves.

Mine also had both exhaust manifolds cracked, I removed them and had them reinforced and welded. Ill do another video of a permanent fix to this by adding a flex coupler to the system. Hoping to get 300k, ecstatic to get more than that.

@@bubba2for2 upgrade to powerstop ceramic brakes, make sure catalytic converters are good, check front axles to ensure they are intact. Tune up spark plugs, valve cover gaskets for engine bay would be my start unless you notice other issues with it.

@@bubba2for2 I never had to do this on my vehicle. I did replace the trans oil twice, 120K and 238K. If you are having problems with that, I would hurry up and take care of it. I hope this helps

I would love to get one. How is the gas mileage? For example how much does it cost to fill it up?

@@Asali1719 I would recommend getting a more updated version of the QX56 maybe a 2013-15 but if go with the 2006, mostly high mileage and gas mileage would be around 12.7-13.4 in the city and 15.6 on highway. I hope this helps.

Thanks! I was thinking the same thing before I picked up my QX and figured I'd try and get some helpful content out there for all the 1st Gen QX and Armada owners.

@@projectsadventuresandrevie2386 yeah I appreciate it I picked up my QX56 last year so far installed adjustable bilstiens all new front end components haven't changed rear air yet.. looking for a good set of off-road tires and or rims/tires.. if your ever in the new England area let's do some offroading man!!

@@projectsadventuresandrevie2386 also surprised to see 4-lo actually make a big difference. I heard the 4wd system has the abs type locker "thing" but it takes awhile to kick in and hitting the brakes basically stops it from engaging never tried it though. From what I heard they say just stay in the throttle and it'll kick it... Then again I wouldn't know from experience it's not a real locker but their attempt at making this thing off-road capable.. well hope to see some more stuff I'll post this channel in the forums on FB and let other owners know!

I only lifted it 1" and went one tire size up to 275/70/18, no rubbing at all. I am in the process of going a full 2" lift and trying to squeeze 35" tires on there.

@@projectsadventuresandrevie2386 I want some 24x14 on 33s on my qx56, but I don't want to lift it too high. I don't want to go past 3.5 inches on the lift, but I don't think it will fit without rubbing. I was looking at the Rancho 1.75 quick lift with maybe a 2 inch spacer to get more lift? The 24x12 Arkons might work on 33s? I don't really see anyone doing anything to these trucks to get an idea of what to do.

@@drjd2real Yea not alot of videos on these platforms but ill try getting more videos up.... busy with work and fam makes it hard to upload these videos. Im running 275/75/18 on mine now with the Bilstein 5100 adjusted on the 2nd perch and the Moog 81085 rear coils which ended up lifting the whole truck 2inches from stock and I have no rubbing at all. Planning to lift it another 1.5" for total of 3.5" of lift so I can try and fit close to 35" tires soon.

@@projectsadventuresandrevie2386 I gave up on the lift and went with the regular stuff because my rear bags were busted, rear springs gone, front struts bad. I bought it in February, paid cash. I bought kyb sr4227 struts, moog upper arms, mevotech links front/rear, moog 81085, rear bilstein 4600, mevotech tie rods, and all 4 rotors fully coated (power stop) with ceramic pads. I also had to buy new front fender liners from Infiniti. I might do something different with it in the future.

I just had the stuff installed and it looks about the same height as yours or maybe a little higher. I had no idea it was gonna lift it that high.

ARB makes a rear air locker for this rigs, they need to know your gear ratio. I haven't purchased it yet but will be soon. Reach out to Steven @ Ruggedrocks.com

Yea, I just picked up the Suncore rear coil and gas shocks to convert the air suspension but Im only going to use the coil springs with a 1.5" spacer, Firestone air bags and I picked up a set of Bilstein 4600 shocks so it matches my front Bilstein set. I'll have the brand new set of suncore gas shocks for sale since I will be using Bilstein's.

Yea, I kept the factory rear air for now but ended up extending the height sensor to gain the extra 1" raise in the rear. I will be ditching the whole rear setup for a set of non "big tow" springs, firestone air bags and Bilstein 4600 shocks pretty soon.

What brand spring brand and model do you plan to use in the rear suspension.

Very capable used over 10 years towing, long trips, short trips. Great SUV