So what is the absolute equip. do I need for my X? THe mods I have to date are ARB Bumper, Calmini rock sliders, SLR 2'' shackls, rear sbd, light force 170 on arb. Did a search to noavail. This will be my first "Real 4x4 trip" so be gentle if it may seem like a dumb question.

A stock Xterra works fine for most of the trails.

Well hell, thats easy enough.

Food for the trails is nice, and water is a given (it's a desert).

Beer for parties after the trail is a good idea too.

And bring an FRS radio to talk to others on the trail.

I have a listing of all the gear I carry in my X here , but none of it is really required some of it may be a good idea though.

Good point, an FRS or CB is required.

I also recommend browsing through ever topic on the goneMOAB web site forums.