444,444 miles
07-07-2021, 04:46 AM
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I'm guessing that that's the most miles that you've ever put on a car? Of all of the work done on the car over the years what percentage was done by you verses a shop? And one more question - original tranny?
07-07-2021, 06:14 AM
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Yep most miles I have ever put on a car with the original motor and transmission. I do the minor maintenance items (e.g. brakes, pulleys, oil changes, cvt drain and fills, plugs, ball joints, power steering, etc,) but left the major stuff (tires, alignments, alternator and AC) to the pros.
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07-07-2021, 01:17 PM
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That's an impressive testament to both you as the caretaker and to Nissan's product for longevity. Of the 20+ new cars I've owned my fifth generation was the best, although, my 8 year old seventh gen my well surpass it. Congratulations.
07-07-2021, 03:41 PM
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07-08-2021, 04:36 AM
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LMAO!! Thanks!! NOTE: For those you are new to this forum or haven't paid a lot of attention, USER1 knows good and well how far the moon is from the earth. His singular wit is very appreciated by me as is his technical advice. However you need to know he isn't beyond using a bit of hyperbole to make a point!
07-08-2021, 05:11 PM
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You've inspired me to rack up the miles on my 2010 Maxima. So far I'm at 171k miles but I'm now going to keep my car until I hit 1 million miles or it suffers a major breakdown such as an engine failure of some sort or it gets hit and totaled. If the tranny fails I'll get it fixed. I now wish I had kept my 97 SE or my 03 SE, both manuals. Either one of those cars would have well over 300k by now.
07-08-2021, 06:38 PM
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My bride doesn't understand why I keep my car. She keeps hers to the shiny wears off and then on to the next. This one just fits me and I am NOT looking forward to finding a replacement for her. If the tranny fails....oh that would be tough...not sure I would keep her after that but until then, I will keep on smiling!!!!
07-09-2021, 09:14 AM
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My bride doesn't understand why I keep my car. She keeps hers to the shiny wears off and then on to the next. This one just fits me and I am NOT looking forward to finding a replacement for her. If the tranny fails....oh that would be tough...not sure I would keep her after that but until then, I will keep on smiling!!!!
07-13-2021, 12:21 PM
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No, the only major items were the Alternator, AC, and Radiator and I let the pros handle those. Plugs, Power Steering, Suspension Components, brakes, hoses, etc all on me. Things that normally need attention on a 10+ year old car!
07-13-2021, 03:30 PM
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lmao!! Thanks!! Note: For those you are new to this forum or haven't paid a lot of attention, user1 knows good and well how far the moon is from the earth. His singular wit is very appreciated by me as is his technical advice. However you need to know he isn't beyond using a bit of hyperbole to make a point!
How much for all the hoses?
07-14-2021, 08:53 AM
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For heater and Radiator hoses, just went to RockAuto. I really couldn't tell you what I spent at AutoZone as I consider those "Shop Expense Items" along with brake cleaners, maf cleaners, grease, gojo, etc.
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