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Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-28-2013, 04:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 728
Posted By gruesome

Scrapped, yard didn't have a fuel pump so I...

Scrapped, yard didn't have a fuel pump so I couldn't hear the engine run
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-28-2013, 04:19 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 950
Posted By gruesome

Did you check the fluid? is there a cel for it?

Did you check the fluid? is there a cel for it?
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-27-2013, 07:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 728
Posted By gruesome

I meant manual to auto, all the threads I noticed...

I meant manual to auto, all the threads I noticed were reversed. If I can't get an engine swap for under $700, I think I might scrap my max and get a full size truck. Being just shy of 6'6", I fit...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-27-2013, 03:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 728
Posted By gruesome

Is converting a five speed to a manual easier than changing the engine?

howdy, the yard guy said this engine is an alternate term for a female dog to change. Is it easier to convert the 5 speed to a manual? From what I saw of the car, it needs a fuel pump, back seat a...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-27-2013, 03:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 734
Posted By gruesome

went to the yard today to look at it, totally...

went to the yard today to look at it, totally forgot I bought the front coil packs. Probably beaten to death but how hard is it to change a 5 speed to an auto transmission
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-26-2013, 06:04 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,355
Posted By gruesome

you could probably find a good maxima engine for...

you could probably find a good maxima engine for under $500, wouldn't that be easier?
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-25-2013, 08:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 734
Posted By gruesome

Thank you much, I pulled my radiator today,...

Thank you much, I pulled my radiator today, that'll be getting changed too, but with a new one. Had to slice the hoses for the transmission cooler. I'm not sure about warranties yet. This will be...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-25-2013, 06:32 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,105
Posted By gruesome

The video won't work on my phone. Does it stall...

The video won't work on my phone. Does it stall out below 1000 rpm? I had the stumbling too and lack of response when stepping on the gas, my head gasket was going. I'm not trying to be an alarmist
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-25-2013, 06:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,079
Posted By gruesome

checked my factory book that comes in the glove...

checked my factory book that comes in the glove box, surprised there isn't a fuse listing in there. The Haynes manual does though if you have one.
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-24-2013, 07:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,299
Posted By gruesome

If you do d rop something in the timing cover,...

If you do d rop something in the timing cover, you would do well to weld a 10mm socket to the bar with a hook on it to reach some of the back bolts for it. You can fit a socket, but not a ratchet...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-24-2013, 11:33 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 734
Posted By gruesome

I called the yard that mentioned knowing a guy...

I called the yard that mentioned knowing a guy who could swap for $350. $300 for the engine, just under 96000 miles, calling back on Thursday. Merry Christmas folks!
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-24-2013, 03:51 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 734
Posted By gruesome

They are within driving range, I meant multiple...

They are within driving range, I meant multiple 30 packs, forgot to ask about warrantee when calling yesterday. I'm a little leery in general when I get a quote in how much beer instead of cash.:-).
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-23-2013, 06:47 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,252
Posted By gruesome

bought a fel pro oil pan gasket. Had to take the...

bought a fel pro oil pan gasket. Had to take the timing cover off again because of a skipped tooth. So, the very next day, I took off the oil pan again. The gasket was in 15 ,pieces. is that...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-23-2013, 06:41 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 734
Posted By gruesome

What is a standard warrantee for a yard engine?

Hello, the local yards quoted used engines in the $300-$350 range. I was wondering what the standard warrantee would be. Are southwest engines really that much better? I got a quote of $715 for...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-23-2013, 09:36 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,030
Posted By gruesome

looked at the car today, thinking just engine...

looked at the car today, thinking just engine swap, they brought the car out on a forklift, kid driving it looks like they went through the body with the forks
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-22-2013, 03:57 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 372
Posted By gruesome

Communication error, her boyfriend told me...

Communication error, her boyfriend told me radiator mount frame, is that way. Jury rig it for now until I can afford to get the welding done.
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-22-2013, 12:43 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 372
Posted By gruesome

The bolts in the middle of the mounts under the transmission

Howdy, Am I better of using a sawzall to cut through those bolts? I jacked up the transmission, used pb blaster and wd40, a half drive ratchet with a pipe. Those bolts are still laughing at me, so...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
12-22-2013, 11:44 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 23,960
Posted By gruesome

I realize this is an old thread, the crossmember...

I realize this is an old thread, the crossmember is off except for the two engine mount things. I used pb blaster and a pipe on a half drive ratchet . I'm pulling my body instead of turning the...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-22-2013, 04:26 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,030
Posted By gruesome

my car minus rims, cats and transmission probably...

my car minus rims, cats and transmission probably be scrap value. Here that is $300. The Kia is garbage, I was able to push it forward three hundred yards when it was in reverse.

The body is...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-21-2013, 08:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 872
Posted By gruesome

www.uneedapart.com is good. Got a ride side...

www.uneedapart.com is good. Got a ride side timing cover that way. Just tell them what you need and yards will email or call you if they have the part you need. prices vary from yard to yard. My...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-21-2013, 08:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,030
Posted By gruesome

Figured this makes more sense than a buy here pay...

Figured this makes more sense than a buy here pay here place, considering the fact I've heard horror stories about those dealers in my area, and the lack of drivable $500 full size pickup trucks in...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-21-2013, 08:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,030
Posted By gruesome

@ the wizard, do you mean revolving door?

@ the wizard, do you mean revolving door?
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-21-2013, 12:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,030
Posted By gruesome

It's actually coming from a junkyard. All they...

It's actually coming from a junkyard. All they did was take off the cats, tires and rims. Talked to the boyfriend of the girl who had it. Other than the transmission, it just needs an oil change...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-21-2013, 04:49 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,030
Posted By gruesome

I was just asking if that was a decent price. ...

I was just asking if that was a decent price. The girl who scrapped it bought a Kia sephia. Heard it's a piece of garbage from her boyfriend.
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-20-2013, 07:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 845
Posted By gruesome

I used peak 50/50 with no issues

I used peak 50/50 with no issues
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