Originally Posted by Skyline

Sorry, but I think this is a silly build that is trying to "make a silk purse out of a sow's ear" as the expression goes. Consider my "contribution" as steering others away from such a silly path. There's no question that you can turn a Camaro into a mud truck if you want...anything is possible if you're crazy or redneck enough. But some SUVs have the right "bones" to become good off-roaders..others do not.

I have plenty of experience building and breaking off-road vehicles. Even beginner trails at most of the off-road facilities I've been to would be impossible with an X5 without huge expenses in modifications, while a stock 10 year old Jeep Grand Cherokee or Toyota 4 Runner with the right factory options could handle these same trails with ease. It's not just what kind of trail you can get through, it's what you can get through without breaking your car, or smashing the body to bits. Or taking your life in your hands. Most off-road parks won't even let you in to the beginner trails without a low range TC.