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Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
10-20-2010, 04:48 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,734
Posted By Tom

I usually got 23-24 MPG. I can usually get high...

I usually got 23-24 MPG. I can usually get high 20s on the highway. The best mileage I got was 34 MPG (twice). It was literally all highway.
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
07-23-2010, 02:05 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,094
Posted By Tom

That's really handy. Since the 3rd gen rear seat...

That's really handy. Since the 3rd gen rear seat is fixed in the U.S., I took my Camry to buy lumber countless number of times so I can carry it. I noticed the trunk floor is elevated where the...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
07-21-2010, 12:52 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,094
Posted By Tom

That's pretty cool. I had no idea Maximas were...

That's pretty cool. I had no idea Maximas were assembled in New Zealand.

Also, I was surprised to read that it came with folding rear seats.
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
10-17-2009, 10:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 635
Posted By Tom

The transmission fluid drain & fill isn't...

The transmission fluid drain & fill isn't difficult to do yourself. The only thing special you need is a funnel.

However, a transmission flush can cost some money. It's still not that much. ...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
08-30-2009, 11:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 908
Posted By Tom

Gutter Tape is also known as Peal and Stick. ...

Gutter Tape is also known as Peal and Stick. You'll find it at the roofing section of your local home depot.

It does help. However, the main benefit I got was better bass from the front...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
06-26-2009, 12:15 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,479
Posted By Tom

www.sparkplugs.com has Denso Spark Plug Wires for...

www.sparkplugs.com has Denso Spark Plug Wires for $57.50.
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
06-07-2009, 05:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 673
Posted By Tom

I had it set at stock 15 deg BTDC. I advanced it...

I had it set at stock 15 deg BTDC. I advanced it to 17-18 deg BTDC and 20 on occasion, but in the end, I set it back to 15 deg BTDC.

With regular unleaded (87), it still ran fine at 17-18 deg...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
06-02-2009, 06:34 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,343
Posted By Tom

The plastic clip on the top broke on mine. ...

The plastic clip on the top broke on mine. Luckily, I only had to replace one (left rear window). I thought for sure the driver's window regulator would break first, but it never did.

It's not...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
06-01-2009, 07:01 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 838
Posted By Tom

Here are some references on changing the control...

Here are some references on changing the control arms

http://forums.maxima.org/3rd-generation-maxima-1989-1994/382030-edu-control-arm-replacement.html
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Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
05-28-2009, 05:07 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 838
Posted By Tom

Looks nice! Hope you get many miles out of it.

Looks nice! Hope you get many miles out of it.
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
01-11-2009, 09:34 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 3,044
Posted By Tom

Nice G35. I parked my Maxima about 3 months...

Nice G35.

I parked my Maxima about 3 months ago as well. My RAV4 V6 is my daily driver now.

The Maximima was still reliable at 195,000 miles, but a lot of the seals were beginning to leak oil...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
12-21-2008, 10:23 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,635
Posted By Tom

Do check the car over thoroughly. 2 of my...

Do check the car over thoroughly. 2 of my injectors failed in the past and what you described is similar to the symptoms I had.

If you have a multi-meter, bring it with you and test the...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
12-15-2008, 09:49 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,547
Posted By Tom

Doesn't look bad now. What about your...

Doesn't look bad now.

What about your cousin's SUV?
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
11-07-2008, 04:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,079
Posted By Tom

That's what I thought also, but it fit just fine....

That's what I thought also, but it fit just fine. The hood seems to open as high as it did before.

If I lift the hood about 2/3 of the way up, the hood lifts to the end of the travel by itself...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
11-07-2008, 04:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,079
Posted By Tom

Changed Hood Lift Supports

After getting smacked in the head by the hood falling down, I decided to replace the supports as they were getting weak.

I bought new ones off eBay from a seller called Parts Avenue for $44.23...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
10-13-2008, 04:03 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 2,403
Posted By Tom

Couple of my friends thought it was a Honda...

Couple of my friends thought it was a Honda Accord, but that's about it.
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
08-03-2008, 11:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 688
Posted By Tom

How much brake fluid do I need?

I am going to change out the master cylinder this weekend.

How much brake fluid do I need to buy to flush the whole system?
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
07-20-2008, 04:54 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,154
Posted By Tom

I had a similar situation several years back when...

I had a similar situation several years back when I could not get my Camry to pass. I bumped up the idle a little bit as well. You can try to take the idle up to the limit, if you haven't already...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
07-20-2008, 04:45 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,479
Posted By Tom

194K miles. I don't burn a drop of oil either.

194K miles. I don't burn a drop of oil either.
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
06-13-2008, 05:16 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,384
Posted By Tom

A 14 year old car with that many miles for that...

A 14 year old car with that many miles for that price is just too high.

Transmission/timing belt are the key things to look for, but a lot of small things can add up also - brakes, tires,...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
06-02-2008, 10:28 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,154
Posted By Tom

There's always Nitrous Oxide.

There's always Nitrous Oxide.
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
05-30-2008, 11:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,019
Posted By Tom

Brake Master Cylinder

Hey guys, the Master Cylinder that I got couple of years ago is already beginning to crap out on me.

When I am at the light, the car will eventually creep forward even with steady foot pressure...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
05-21-2008, 08:37 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 877
Posted By Tom

Look here ...

Look here

http://www.courtesyparts.com/betasite/maxima-j30-1989-1994/genuine-nissan-parts/-c-1610_1611.html
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
05-20-2008, 04:31 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,005
Posted By Tom

It is a ridiculous video, but their actions will...

It is a ridiculous video, but their actions will catch up to them one day.

Wait about 5 years. They will be scratching their heads why they can't make anything last, out of money, in debt and...
Forum: Garage and Workshop
05-19-2008, 04:04 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,084
Posted By Tom

I bought a Craftsman toolset from Sears back...

I bought a Craftsman toolset from Sears back around 1990. It has served me very well. I still use it to this day.
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