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Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
07-19-2006, 07:51 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,646
Posted By n2oMike

If he doesn't care to get an axle assembly from...

If he doesn't care to get an axle assembly from the boneyard, and the frame isn't tweaked, it's not a bad repair.

The maxima has a straight axle, which is quick to change. Fix the quarter, and...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
05-30-2006, 03:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 550
Posted By n2oMike

Thanks Guys!

Thanks Guys!
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
05-29-2006, 07:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 550
Posted By n2oMike

Rear Wheel Bearing WTF?

The passenger's side rear wheel bearing is starting to get noisy, so I go to the parts store to get a new one... but they don't even have a listing!

I looked online at parts store, and they only...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
01-25-2006, 07:34 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 426
Posted By n2oMike

The hub was bad on mine. It would squeal, not...

The hub was bad on mine. It would squeal, not just rumble like a wheel bearing.

When taken apart, it was evident the hub was bad, as there was a worn area with marks going around the...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
01-25-2006, 07:07 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 648
Posted By n2oMike

But, it seems there is no seperate wire in the...

But, it seems there is no seperate wire in the car's wiring harness for the power antenna.

The stock Nissan antenna has two leads in the center, and a ground on the outside.

It seems the...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
01-25-2006, 06:46 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 648
Posted By n2oMike

How do I get the automatic antenna to work with new head unit?

How do I get the automatic antenna to work with new head unit on a 3rd gen Maxima?

The 4th gen cars have a seperate wire for the antenna. I don't see one for the 3rd gen cars. Is it incorporated...
Forum: General Maxima Discussion
12-31-2005, 06:49 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 940
Posted By n2oMike

CRAZY Ride!

I have an exhange student from Germany (originally from the Chech Republic) who road races motorcycles. His dad got him started. His dad started racing at the track after watching a friend die on...
Forum: General Maxima Discussion
11-14-2005, 09:19 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,003
Posted By n2oMike

What happened to TireRack

I haven't been able to access any of their webpage. http://www.tirerack.com

Have they gone out of business or something?

Thanks!
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
07-23-2005, 09:52 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 777
Posted By n2oMike

My starter was making a screeching sound when it...

My starter was making a screeching sound when it was really cold outside. I greased it up with a good synthetic, and it has worked perfect for several years now.
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
03-13-2005, 03:49 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 619
Posted By n2oMike

Take the old one out, put the new one in.... ...

Take the old one out, put the new one in.... then bleed the brakes.
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
03-13-2005, 12:58 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 619
Posted By n2oMike

http://www.speedbleeder.com

http://www.speedbleeder.com
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
03-13-2005, 09:32 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 619
Posted By n2oMike

Flushing the brake fluid every couple years will...

Flushing the brake fluid every couple years will keep moisture out of the system and will keep the calipers from freezing up.

Brake fluid is WAY cheaper than new calipers. ;)

I purchased a...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
03-13-2005, 09:26 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 689
Posted By n2oMike

Generic brake pads dust like a MO-FO... Get...

Generic brake pads dust like a MO-FO... Get some Bendix or Raybestos and there will be a LOT less brake dust. I've tried some generics on the rear and they dusted as bad as the name brand front...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
01-14-2005, 04:28 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 802
Posted By n2oMike

Knock sensors on maximas generally get 'over...

Knock sensors on maximas generally get 'over sensitive' and retard the timing all the time. This is the reason they don't throw a trouble code. They are just doing what they are supposed to do... ...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
10-17-2004, 05:57 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,042
Posted By n2oMike

1. That is NOT a sway bar. It does not function...

1. That is NOT a sway bar. It does not function as a sway bar at all.

2. Straight beam axles do NOT outhandle properly set up independent suspensions. With independent suspensions, the camber...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
10-16-2004, 05:20 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,042
Posted By n2oMike

If both sides of the suspension move up and down...

If both sides of the suspension move up and down together (in unison) the bar is never forced to bend. Bending here refers to a twisting motion.

One part of the bar runs along, and is attached...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
10-16-2004, 02:50 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,042
Posted By n2oMike

The closer the bushings are to the end of the...

The closer the bushings are to the end of the bar, the softer it is.

The bar links the two sides of the suspension together and tries to make them go up and down in unison. The bar is forced to...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
06-27-2004, 07:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 719
Posted By n2oMike

The stock control arm bushings are giant, fist...

The stock control arm bushings are giant, fist sized rubber units that HAVE to flex awfully bad when leaned on hard in the corners.

I replaced mine with the CE pieces, and yes, it was a b*tch. ...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
06-27-2004, 07:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,034
Posted By n2oMike

I've got them, and they look GREAT. They don't...

I've got them, and they look GREAT. They don't SLAM the car down like the Sprints, but give it a nice 1.5" drop to get rid of that 4x4 look.

The car sits really nice and even. It looks good, and...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
06-24-2004, 04:09 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 462
Posted By n2oMike

Just be sure to loosen the 14mm nut on the...

Just be sure to loosen the 14mm nut on the tensioning pully before cranking the adjuster... or that adjuster will break.

The Haynes manual does not mention this nut, but trust me, that's what...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
04-27-2004, 03:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,320
Posted By n2oMike

After you remove the wire clip that locks the...

After you remove the wire clip that locks the harness to the sensor, it comes apart with no effort.
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
04-27-2004, 01:56 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 581
Posted By n2oMike

$90 shipped for a genuine Nissan knock sensor. ...

$90 shipped for a genuine Nissan knock sensor. Two days ago, there were 15 available, now there are 3. He's who I got mine from, and it works great.
...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
04-25-2004, 04:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 514
Posted By n2oMike

Most people get theirs from this guy. It's where...

Most people get theirs from this guy. It's where I purchased mine. Genuine Nissan, $90 shipped. ;)
...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
04-25-2004, 04:24 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,048
Posted By n2oMike

Be aware that the pulley the top tensioner is...

Be aware that the pulley the top tensioner is connected to is locked in place by a 14mm bolt in its center. If you simply try and crank the tensioner without breaking this bolt loose, you will break...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
04-25-2004, 03:24 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 1,938
Posted By n2oMike

Sometimes knock sensors get overly sensitive. ...

Sometimes knock sensors get overly sensitive. They think the engine is knocking when it is not, and retard the timing. To the computer, everything seems to be working correctly, so there is no...
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