Modding your ride with a 1st gen xterra lift kit

Finding the right 1st gen xterra lift kit is usually the first thing owners do when they realize just how capable these old-school Nissans can be. There's something special about the WD22 platform—it's boxy, it's built on a rugged truck frame, and it doesn't have all the complicated electronics that make modern SUVs a headache to work on. But let's be real: in stock form, they sit a little low, and the factory stance can look a bit "soccer mom" for a vehicle that's supposed to be an off-road beast. ...

February 14, 2026 · 7 min · Lasting Adria