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Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
03-02-2011, 03:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,641
Posted By captainjohn

WTF??? Why is this pulley a 2-piece thing? I have...

WTF??? Why is this pulley a 2-piece thing? I have the _exact_ same issue with mine, and, looking at your pictures, I now understand... they intended for this type of failure. Anybody know why?
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
02-24-2011, 06:10 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 117,327
Posted By captainjohn

This is definitely possible. I thought I had a...

This is definitely possible. I thought I had a bad AC compressor, and was going to bypass it, and on my drive to the auto parts store, I thought about this question, and then applied what I knew...
Forum: General Maxima Discussion
02-23-2011, 12:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,635
Posted By captainjohn

I've changed out an alternator, but not one on...

I've changed out an alternator, but not one on this car. The alternators I've changed have been on a 1)Audi (ur)S4 2)Toyota Camry (91?) and 3) '93 Honda Accord. It struck me, for each of these...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-24-2010, 05:54 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 31,961
Posted By captainjohn

pmohr- you are _THE_MAN_, it was exactly what you...

pmohr- you are _THE_MAN_, it was exactly what you had suggested, the hidden bolt under the upper bracket. Thanks so much!!!

Let me know if you're ever near Raleigh for that beer!
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-24-2010, 04:34 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 31,961
Posted By captainjohn

I removed the PS reservoir, the engine mount, and...

I removed the PS reservoir, the engine mount, and the horn. I also removed both lift supports to allow me more room to work. I drained the coolant from the bottom of the radiator on the left side. ...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-24-2010, 01:08 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 31,961
Posted By captainjohn

Please Help!! I've got an extra bolt after...

Please Help!!
I've got an extra bolt after replacing the water pump. I've got no idea where it belongs.

The bolt is M10, Course threaded (courser than the right engine mount through nut), and...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-24-2010, 08:01 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,722
Posted By captainjohn

Is there a quick way to check the relative timing

I'm presently working on replacing my water pump, and, was having quite a bit of difficulty getting enough slack to remove the pump. So, frustrated, I started moving the crank backwards then forwards...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-30-2009, 02:26 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 15,734
Posted By captainjohn

Does anyone know if this will fit the 15"...

Does anyone know if this will fit the 15" "Sawblade" rims? I'm up for a brake job, and would love an upgrade, but wheels and tires are out of the question at this point.

Also, has anyone done an...
Forum: 4th Generation Classifieds (1995-1999)
05-19-2009, 11:33 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 1,868
Posted By captainjohn

How much for the rear driver-side door? -John

How much for the rear driver-side door?

-John
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
04-05-2009, 11:52 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 824
Posted By captainjohn

The car that I just purchased from my...

The car that I just purchased from my father-in-law had an issue where the stereo made a popping sound as well. This was the base stereo, not the Bose. I figured the HU was bad, and replaced it. The...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
04-02-2009, 01:33 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,227
Posted By captainjohn

1) Follow the manufacturer's recommendation: 91...

1) Follow the manufacturer's recommendation: 91 or higher
2) probably could, but something would be terribly wrong
3) That sounds like a huge waste of time filling up over the life of the car....
Forum: General Maxima Discussion
04-02-2009, 01:13 PM
Replies: 1,531
Views: 94,924
Posted By captainjohn

31 next month, 4th gen.

31 next month, 4th gen.
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
04-02-2009, 08:15 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 869
Posted By captainjohn

That's not a typical O2 sensor failure, that's an...

That's not a typical O2 sensor failure, that's an exhaust leak. A typical O2 sensor failure is the sensor itself becoming slow to respond to changes in the air/fuel ratio. I'd look (or listen) for...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
04-02-2009, 07:05 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 869
Posted By captainjohn

I have real doubts that a resistor in the Knock...

I have real doubts that a resistor in the Knock Sensor's place would mess up the O2 sensor. The O2 sensor is easy to check if you have a volt meter, just check the sensor voltage against ground, the...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
04-02-2009, 06:20 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 43,047
Posted By captainjohn

I just replaced my door speakers yesterday, and...

I just replaced my door speakers yesterday, and had a couple of things to add to this.

1) The door handle cup- really a PITA. Push the cup towards the front of the car, and pull out the back side....
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
03-31-2009, 12:33 PM
Replies: 304
Views: 14,006
Posted By captainjohn

1) What is your car (or was it when purchased) ...

1) What is your car (or was it when purchased)
1997 GXE, Auto, white with tan interior, stock, 125k miles

2) Where did you find it? ex: locally ; autotrader ; this forum ; etc.
In Laws

3) ...
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