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03-29-2022, 04:31 AM
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Posted By CS_AR

If you go with another 3.0, the 97+ models have...

If you go with another 3.0, the 97+ models have the newer style timing chain guides.
01-10-2022, 05:38 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,531
Posted By CS_AR

There were a few Q45s in the early 90s that came...

There were a few Q45s in the early 90s that came with a white leather interior. It was rare.
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12-17-2021, 06:14 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,743
Posted By CS_AR

To clean excessive mud and road rime, I use an...

To clean excessive mud and road rime, I use an old product named Ru-Glyde. It is a tire lubricant mostly used for mounting tires. I make it an annual ritual to clean CV boots exposed to off-roading...
12-15-2021, 04:45 AM
Replies: 518
Views: 228,957
Posted By CS_AR

I don't remember posting here. We still have the...

I don't remember posting here. We still have the two workhorses.

98 GLE with VLSD = 2018 Nissan Juke 17" Wheels
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12-15-2021, 04:35 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 297
Posted By CS_AR

I had that years ago with a front poly sway bar...

I had that years ago with a front poly sway bar bushing. It would only make noise when I pulled in the driveway. The noise was transmitted from the sway bar to the body at the point where the...
08-18-2021, 06:40 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 519
Posted By CS_AR

Yep. My 99 I30 is running an ECU from a 99 GLE. ...

Yep. My 99 I30 is running an ECU from a 99 GLE. NATS had to be reprogrammed for the swap. The dealer barely knew how to use Consult to reprogram NATS and keys -- and that was a long time ago.
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08-11-2021, 05:01 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 424
Posted By CS_AR

Yep. I have Warpspeed Y running on two 4th gens...

Yep. I have Warpspeed Y running on two 4th gens with OE mid-pipe and exhaust systems. No issues in over 10 years.
07-10-2021, 08:05 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 593
Posted By CS_AR

I've been running Warpspeeds for years on both...

I've been running Warpspeeds for years on both Maximas. When I get a new y-pipe, I prime and paint it with VHT header paint and use a torch to perform the heat curing process. There are some VHT...
07-01-2021, 07:11 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,617
Posted By CS_AR

These came out of a 1999 model back in 2014 - the...

These came out of a 1999 model back in 2014 - the pintle caps had cracked leaving a gap for the o-rings to leak. The leaking injectors cooked and clogged the cats. The engine would not run because...
06-04-2021, 08:06 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,365
Posted By CS_AR

My how time flies. In November it will be 5...

My how time flies. In November it will be 5 years since I started this thread about CV axles. I'll need to check the cars again. Bottom line is these axles have lasted longer than the axles that...
05-31-2021, 06:32 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,297
Posted By CS_AR

My 99 model has an engine from a 95 model. When I...

My 99 model has an engine from a 95 model. When I replaced the tensioner, I had to remove the timing cover and do the full guide upgrade. My 98 model Maxima and 99 I30 could be done through the...
04-12-2021, 05:13 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,297
Posted By CS_AR

You are in luck. You have a 99 model. I think...

You are in luck. You have a 99 model. I think it cost less than $100 to replace the tensioner. I've replaced the tensioner on every 4th gen that I've owned.

The 97-99 model VQ30s are the...
03-29-2021, 10:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,306
Posted By CS_AR

Purple wraps with lime green accents seem to be...

Purple wraps with lime green accents seem to be appearing in some local Porsche models.
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03-27-2021, 10:43 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,617
Posted By CS_AR

Running with leaking injectors can roast you...

Running with leaking injectors can roast you cats. It becomes exponentially more expensive to fix the longer this is left unattended. Get your injectors serviced with new o-rings, screens, and...
03-21-2021, 12:49 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,449
Posted By CS_AR

Do the 4th gen PS reservoirs have a filter or...

Do the 4th gen PS reservoirs have a filter or screen in the bottom? I've seen cases where a screen or filter in the reservoir becomes clogged and will starve the pump of fluid. Changing fluid helps...
03-21-2021, 12:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 999
Posted By CS_AR

One of my Tacoma buddies was razzing me this...

One of my Tacoma buddies was razzing me this morning for doing a water crossing in the LX this weekend.

"Per [cruiser forum] you need to go to your local cruiser mechanic and have every fluid...
03-21-2021, 11:52 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 999
Posted By CS_AR

ROFL - I can publish a recipe for the homemade...

ROFL - I can publish a recipe for the homemade version.
03-21-2021, 06:22 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 999
Posted By CS_AR

Thanks, guys for the welcome back. I've learned a...

Thanks, guys for the welcome back. I've learned a few new tricks from the Land Cruiser people. Some of you may already know this but it was new to me.

When replacing Lower Control Arms, (LCAs),...
03-18-2021, 03:31 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 325
Posted By CS_AR

What brand did you use for replacements?

What brand did you use for replacements?
03-17-2021, 04:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 999
Posted By CS_AR

LOL.. You've got it. The GS460 is often...

LOL.. You've got it. The GS460 is often overlooked like the LX470 for an LC. I think I told you about the incredible parts supplier in Dubai
03-17-2021, 04:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 999
Posted By CS_AR

Thank you Wiz. Two YOTA trucks here too. The...

Thank you Wiz. Two YOTA trucks here too. The other truck is a 99 Tacoma
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03-17-2021, 03:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 999
Posted By CS_AR

Hello Maxima.org CS_AR is still around.

Hello All - I'm still around with the 98 GLE VLSD and the 99 SE 5-MT. The Maxima's are doing great. Actually, they are the quiet workhorses that bring in the money so I can p*ss it off on my latest...
03-17-2021, 02:39 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 905
Posted By CS_AR

I'm still having the problem. I will try moving...

I'm still having the problem. I will try moving a stalk from a parts car that I have. No luck with just the relay.
05-15-2020, 06:56 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,124
Posted By CS_AR

If you need to replace the tensioner on a 97-99...

If you need to replace the tensioner on a 97-99 model, it can be done by only removing the tensioner cover.

Get the AC line out of the way.
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05-15-2020, 06:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,124
Posted By CS_AR

You can remove the timing cover by only removing...

You can remove the timing cover by only removing the lower oil pan. Getting the timing cover back on requires the upper oil pan to be removed to properly seat the half moon. There are reports of...
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