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Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-05-2006, 11:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 790
Posted By Wetballoon

You will likely need to replace your clutch...

You will likely need to replace your clutch hoses. Bleed the system, there are two bleed points, on on the left strut tower, and one on the slave cylinder. Once you get it bled, keep an eye on the...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
07-01-2006, 06:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 602
Posted By Wetballoon

Mine went bad a while back, but lasted longer...

Mine went bad a while back, but lasted longer than yours. drove it around for a bit, but frequently topped off the master cylinder. All is good now.
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
06-29-2006, 05:42 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 888
Posted By Wetballoon

Re-clear it.

Re-clear it.
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
06-28-2006, 11:51 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 551
Posted By Wetballoon

It's been a while, but I seem to recall a lot of...

It's been a while, but I seem to recall a lot of profanity and a few bloody knuckles. Maybe you could use a large flat screwdriver to push the hose off.
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
06-24-2006, 02:57 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 751
Posted By Wetballoon

Either that or it's the battery. Have them...

Either that or it's the battery. Have them tested.
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
06-23-2006, 07:54 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 608
Posted By Wetballoon

Black Max, have your battery tested. And Maxima...

Black Max, have your battery tested. And Maxima 95, you should consider is also. The major parts chains will do it for free, but the battery must have a full charge when they do it. They will also...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
06-21-2006, 06:43 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,121
Posted By Wetballoon

Yes, this does happen, and any driver caught...

Yes, this does happen, and any driver caught doing this is in deep 541t. It is highly illegal. When I was hauling the stuff myself, my dispacher told me how much of which grade to haul, and I...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
06-20-2006, 02:21 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,121
Posted By Wetballoon

The refineries that you refer to are terminals,...

The refineries that you refer to are terminals, fuels are pumped into the terminals via the pipelines. Remember last years "shortage" after Katrina? Many pipeline pumps lost power. When the tanker...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
06-20-2006, 09:21 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,121
Posted By Wetballoon

SO true, most likely, very few are actually...

SO true, most likely, very few are actually "average" drivers, I'm certain that most believe that they are above average, and a few probably are. But I would wager that most on here are below...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
06-18-2006, 06:39 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,121
Posted By Wetballoon

WOW, just open up your owners manual, it says 91...

WOW, just open up your owners manual, it says 91 or higher. I don't know about the whole mileage thing, I only run premium, but I know that the motor is tuned for the higher octane stuff. Also, a...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
06-18-2006, 06:32 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 834
Posted By Wetballoon

I'm glad somebody else noticed.

I'm glad somebody else noticed.
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
06-15-2006, 07:28 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 565
Posted By Wetballoon

This measurement will actually vary from tire to...

This measurement will actually vary from tire to tire. Some tire models have stiffer sidewalls than others, even though the tires are the same measured size. You would probably get a different...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
06-14-2006, 02:12 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,264
Posted By Wetballoon

I tried BFG Comp T/A's once and absolutely hated...

I tried BFG Comp T/A's once and absolutely hated them. The car wallowed through corners on then. I have been using Potenza RE950's for several years now, but they have recently been discontinued. ...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
06-14-2006, 02:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 399
Posted By Wetballoon

I have never tried the beam across the engine...

I have never tried the beam across the engine bay, how well does the strap slide on the beam? I usually support it from below with a floor jack, this allows me to raise and lower it during...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
06-13-2006, 06:52 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,096
Posted By Wetballoon

You can't control the incline of the ramp, and I...

You can't control the incline of the ramp, and I can't picture floating a boat off of a trailer without getting at least half of the trailer in the water. The last time I launched a boat, the...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
06-13-2006, 08:15 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,096
Posted By Wetballoon

Actually, I have towed a 14ft tri hull with a...

Actually, I have towed a 14ft tri hull with a Mercruiser 120 IO with my max, but I would never use the car to launch the boat. You have to adapt your driving style, and things like the tranny (or...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
06-12-2006, 08:22 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,096
Posted By Wetballoon

First, the Max packs 4 wheel disk brakes, my...

First, the Max packs 4 wheel disk brakes, my Dodge Ram has rear drums, which has better brakes? I think the proposal is not nearly as stupid as you. You have no clue. The car can do the job, but...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
01-10-2006, 01:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 823
Posted By Wetballoon

I have a soft compartmentalized storage bin...

I have a soft compartmentalized storage bin running across the back of the trunk, it stay in place with velcro and 2 metal hooks that I attached to the ends of the trim piece.
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
09-20-2005, 05:55 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,872
Posted By Wetballoon

I have never experienced this self locking...

I have never experienced this self locking situaion with my 96 SE. I do know that sometimes moisture in the door can cause autolocking. You might check for leaks.
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
09-06-2005, 09:18 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,099
Posted By Wetballoon

Your best bet might be to just let it go. To try...

Your best bet might be to just let it go. To try and prove your point would look like your friends are disagreeing with his expert. You will have the same lecture again, but it might not be so...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
09-05-2005, 11:27 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 613
Posted By Wetballoon

I think that if you use a heat gun on low, or...

I think that if you use a heat gun on low, or preferably a hair dryer, to warm the tint, it makes it conform a little easier. Last time I avoided bubbles was when I did the back window of my truck.
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
09-05-2005, 11:23 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 992
Posted By Wetballoon

For those using this "trick" to avoid speeding...

For those using this "trick" to avoid speeding tickets, popo can see the nose dive just as easily as popo can see brake lights, and popo can see nose dive from the front, sides, or rear. If you...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
09-04-2005, 06:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 619
Posted By Wetballoon

Could be a broken throw out bearing, happened to...

Could be a broken throw out bearing, happened to me once, somebody pushed me to get the car moving and then I shoved it into first and drove it home without stopping. Had dropped and installed the...
Forum: Fluids and Lubricants
09-02-2005, 07:58 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 962
Posted By Wetballoon

Fortunately, I already have the motorcycle that I...

Fortunately, I already have the motorcycle that I can drove part of the time. The problem comes from shuttling two kids.
Forum: General Maxima Discussion
09-02-2005, 07:53 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 862
Posted By Wetballoon

The open window aero vs. AC myth has been...

The open window aero vs. AC myth has been disproved, you get worst gas mileage with the AC on and the windows up than you do with the AC off and the windows down. Unfortunately, I am annoyed by the...
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