yellowX,

what tire pressure are you running? it occured to me that many dealers are sending xterras out with unusually high tire pressure. if your tires are running 40psi or thereabouts, it could go a long way in explaining the 'slippery' behaviour of your xterra. tire pressure has alot to do with handling in every vehicle, so check it out.
i think the normal range is 28-32psi?

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