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Forum: 4th Generation Classifieds (1995-1999)
04-28-2021, 07:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 457
Posted By BobMax

NLA, it's been scrapped.

NLA, it's been scrapped.
Forum: 4th Generation Classifieds (1995-1999)
04-15-2021, 09:21 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 457
Posted By BobMax

Gents: I am in MA and the sunroof is available....

Gents: I am in MA and the sunroof is available. If you would like it, please let me know. Again, it's FREE. Come and get it. No obligation. Otherwise it will end up in the metal scrap pile, a sad...
Forum: 4th Generation Classifieds (1995-1999)
04-01-2021, 06:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 457
Posted By BobMax

FREE Tested Sunroof from '98 Maxima

I have a sunroof that I pulled from a '98 Maxima. Tested and working when I pulled it about five years ago. Was supposed to go in my daughter's car but that's long sold and this is now excess.
...
Forum: 7th Generation Maxima (2009-2015)
09-19-2019, 08:37 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,910
Posted By BobMax

Buying a 7th Gen in 2019 - what to look for? CVT?

I've read through a number of threads here but I can't find anything that's really current on buying.

Considering a 7th Gen to replace a 4th Gen. I wanted lower miles but the best I can seem to...
Forum: 6th Generation Maxima (2004-2008)
08-30-2019, 11:33 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,176
Posted By BobMax

Thanks. I guess I either need to step up a...

Thanks. I guess I either need to step up a generation or step out.

Thanks to everyone for the help. I'll be moving to the 7th gen forum :-)
Forum: 6th Generation Maxima (2004-2008)
08-29-2019, 03:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,176
Posted By BobMax

Just getting back to this priority after being...

Just getting back to this priority after being waylaid by life...






Is this a 3.5L problem in general? It looks like they've continued to use the same VQ35DE since 2000 - were there...
Forum: 6th Generation Maxima (2004-2008)
07-23-2019, 04:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,176
Posted By BobMax

Is there a mileage level at which that occurs? Is...

Is there a mileage level at which that occurs? Is it just an undermaintained engine issue (poor oil changes), or is it common even with well maintained cars?
Forum: 6th Generation Maxima (2004-2008)
07-23-2019, 12:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,176
Posted By BobMax

Buying 6th Gen - Pointers / Look-fors?

I'm a 4th gen guy... looking to possibly step up to the 6th gen. Before I ask a lot of questions, are there good "what to look for / problem areas when buying this generation" threads around?...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
03-20-2019, 03:57 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 630
Posted By BobMax

Good to know that it doesn't fit. I was afraid it...

Good to know that it doesn't fit. I was afraid it would offset too far towards the rear.

Yours is 12mm? Mine is definitely a 14mm head.
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
03-20-2019, 11:15 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 630
Posted By BobMax

KP: I am thinking of using one of these with a...

KP: I am thinking of using one of these with a socket. Unfortunately I don't have access to the car regularly. Can yoyou take a peek and let me know if there's enough horizontal clearance for this?...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
03-19-2019, 06:12 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 630
Posted By BobMax

Yeah, my problem exactly... way too tight and the...

Yeah, my problem exactly... way too tight and the exact angle of the bolt head is exactly wrong for my stock 14mm combo wrench.

I'm thinking of getting the Tekton and cutting it in the middle......
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
03-17-2019, 09:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 630
Posted By BobMax

The '98 I'm working on is hex too. I didn't...

The '98 I'm working on is hex too. I didn't realize you could get there at all from the top... and 6 point looks like a real feature to avoid slipping. I may go this route.
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
03-17-2019, 08:19 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 630
Posted By BobMax

Does that work with this specific bolt/area? I'll...

Does that work with this specific bolt/area? I'll gladly buy one if it will get in there and get me the leverage I need on this one.

Thx
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
03-15-2019, 10:21 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 630
Posted By BobMax

Rear PS Bolt loosening tricks?

Any good tricks or favorite wrenches for loosening the mount/pivot bolt on the rear of the PS pump? I work in the driveway on stands so I have a foot of clearance but it makes getting up there very...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
03-15-2019, 10:11 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,706
Posted By BobMax

Thanks all. Turned out to be the Harmonic...

Thanks all. Turned out to be the Harmonic Balancer. I pulled the serp belt off and found that the HB was very loose. I was able to separate the two halves using just my hands. Unfortunately I didn't...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
01-21-2019, 12:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,706
Posted By BobMax

I don't think rust is an issue... the rear VC...

I don't think rust is an issue... the rear VC gasket was leaking for a long time and kept it protected :-)

Does the bearing wear in that one?
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
01-21-2019, 09:17 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,706
Posted By BobMax

Thanks... I will do one more check... then follow...

Thanks... I will do one more check... then follow up with the idlers and belts if that seems like it. Do these tend to wear out fast and spontaneously destruct after they get noisy? I'm wondering...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
01-21-2019, 08:25 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,706
Posted By BobMax

If I watch the original high quality video on my...

If I watch the original high quality video on my phone, it doesn't look like it's moving... and I did look for obvious movement in the upper idler. But, I will have to go back and check....
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
01-21-2019, 06:22 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,706
Posted By BobMax

Thanks. I didn't see any fraying, but I didn't...

Thanks. I didn't see any fraying, but I didn't look extra close for that. I also have to do the rev test. I didn't notice any squealing with rev change, but I didn't test that specifically.

I will...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
01-20-2019, 10:48 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,706
Posted By BobMax

Help me ID this Rotational Noise - PS? Harmonic Bal?

'98 Maxima, 125K miles

Anyone recognize this rotational noise? YouTube Audio - Noise - 15 seconds (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X8hbO41qDkM&feature=youtu.be)

I listened with the stethoscope...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-29-2017, 06:57 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 477
Posted By BobMax

Yeah, I'm familiar with my old thread. I couldn't...

Yeah, I'm familiar with my old thread. I couldn't find anything wrong with the current setup - it all works normally. So it seems like cable stretch is the only option left... which leads to my new...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-29-2017, 06:55 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 477
Posted By BobMax

Emer Brake Cable Replacement - what else needed?

I plan to replace the emergency brake cables... the calipers were done and are functioning well but I still can't take up enough slack to pass inspection.

What parts might be needed aside from...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
06-20-2017, 07:13 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 947
Posted By BobMax

Ah, that makes more sense. Unfortunately the car...

Ah, that makes more sense. Unfortunately the car went back to its vacation home... I will pick back up on the testing when it returns in January. I only get to work on this one every six months.
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
06-19-2017, 08:37 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 947
Posted By BobMax

I'm familiar with standard caliper operation, but...

I'm familiar with standard caliper operation, but not these integrated parking brake types.

So the piston rotates as it is pushed by the fluid? How can it turn with the slot in the head of the...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
06-18-2017, 08:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 947
Posted By BobMax

Thanks... the current clips are on place and the...

Thanks... the current clips are on place and the brackets all look good. Also, I bled the rears when I (just) replaced the wheel cyls. Everything moves, I'm just not getting enough pull. As I...
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