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Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-30-2018, 07:10 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,978
Posted By sanford7575

Totally agree! the 4th Gen was the best / most...

Totally agree! the 4th Gen was the best / most reliable version of the Maxima / I30. They just ran and had the fewest problems. The two that I had and got rid of were actually still running. One...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-30-2018, 06:48 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 921
Posted By sanford7575

FWIW, I just traded in my I35 in great...

FWIW, I just traded in my I35 in great condition(aside from CV axle / tranny issues that I did not disclose) in Philly. I only received $2k in credit against the purchase of a '15 Infiniti Q50. Any...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-28-2018, 08:21 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,978
Posted By sanford7575

Yes, it's sad, but true. Wife had enough of me...

Yes, it's sad, but true. Wife had enough of me in the driveway trying to salvage these cars.
FWIW, my mechanical experience is pretty extensive, and I've had Nissans for almost 15 years. My...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-27-2018, 07:56 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,978
Posted By sanford7575

No, neither car was lowered. Actually replaced...

No, neither car was lowered. Actually replaced front suspension on both with Monroe struts for OEM like ride. GLE actually drove great except for the CV Axle / differential bearing issue. Totally...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-27-2018, 05:56 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,978
Posted By sanford7575

Epic Fail - Goodbye To my 5th Gens

It pains me to say this, but I'm officially retiring my 5th Gens. After thousands of dollars and hours of time restoring these cars, my wife has put her foot down and forced me to get rid of them....
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
09-20-2018, 09:44 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,882
Posted By sanford7575

I just did a complete exhaust gut job (both pre...

I just did a complete exhaust gut job (both pre cats, y pipe, main cat, resonator, and mufffler) on my I35 a few weeks back.
I was lucky not to break any of the pre cat to manifold bolts on bank 1 &...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
09-12-2018, 06:09 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 829
Posted By sanford7575

Check EBAY. You can get a used assembly for...

Check EBAY. You can get a used assembly for decent price. If not, they also have a vast selection of aftermarket light assemblies as well.
Forum: 8th Generation Maxima (2016-)
08-14-2018, 06:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,002
Posted By sanford7575

My wife and I currently lease a 2016 Rogue from...

My wife and I currently lease a 2016 Rogue from Drexel Hill Nissan in PA, and GAP insurance was automatically included. I'd recommend asking before finalizing the deal though.
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
07-28-2018, 07:07 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,031
Posted By sanford7575

First step is to do all of the voltage checks,...

First step is to do all of the voltage checks, then check harness wiring and grounds for any bad contacts / condition.

The next step is to check alternator. Aftermarkets and remans are hit or...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
07-25-2018, 06:14 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,338
Posted By sanford7575

Good news to report, after a week of driving the...

Good news to report, after a week of driving the '02 Max with refurbed OEM Axles from Axles Unlimited, my rumbling / vibration noise is almost non-existent. I've got a small vibration that I can...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
07-15-2018, 06:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,411
Posted By sanford7575

Sounds like a wheel bearing. Is the sound...

Sounds like a wheel bearing. Is the sound constant while vehicle in motion? Does it increase in volume or steadiness at speed? If so wheel bearing is likely. It could also be rubbing from a dust...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
07-14-2018, 07:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,338
Posted By sanford7575

A quick follow up for everyone. Attached is a...

A quick follow up for everyone. Attached is a pic of my rebuilt OEM CV axles that I received back from Axles Unlimited in NC. They look great, and they only charged me $40 per axle + return...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
06-25-2018, 07:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,338
Posted By sanford7575

New / Used I35 Toy; Couldn't Resist

It was a good year bonus wise, and the wife was tired of me spending time and money trying to fix the problem with the aftermarket axle rumble on my '02 Nissan Maxima (at least 10 axle replacements...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
03-05-2018, 10:30 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 863
Posted By sanford7575

Hey there, multiple ways to change out the cv...

Hey there, multiple ways to change out the cv axles. You can just unbolt the strut and end links, and then swing the spindle around carefully while the ball joint is still connected. This offers...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
02-19-2018, 07:55 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 737
Posted By sanford7575

I hate to suggest an alternative route, but I'd...

I hate to suggest an alternative route, but I'd ditch plans to add Bose, and just insert a quality aftermarket system. If you are going to do all of that work necessary to add Bose, then you should...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
02-14-2018, 12:27 PM
Replies: 1,892
Views: 131,487
Posted By sanford7575

2002 GLE - 117K on the clock. Purchased 3 years...

2002 GLE - 117K on the clock. Purchased 3 years ago with 93K on the clock. Hoping to drive problem free into 2020.
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
02-14-2018, 11:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,364
Posted By sanford7575

Bosch Icon. They don't last long, but they are...

Bosch Icon. They don't last long, but they are very simple and very effective.
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
01-22-2018, 01:48 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,406
Posted By sanford7575

Wow, there was a lot of misinformation on the...

Wow, there was a lot of misinformation on the Maxima in that video! That guy had no clue what the heck he was talking about. '02-'03 5.5 Gen Maxima did not have issues with Timing Chains or...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
01-22-2018, 11:25 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,677
Posted By sanford7575

To my knowledge, there is no shortcut to the back...

To my knowledge, there is no shortcut to the back plugs without removing the intake plenum. This job isn't bad if you follow the instructions in the link below. Great instructions and pictures...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-28-2017, 10:01 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 7,780
Posted By sanford7575

IMO, Local Dealers are the absolute worst to buy...

IMO, Local Dealers are the absolute worst to buy cars from. They are way overpriced, and they are the least flexible to negotiate with since they have to make something off of the deal to stay...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-16-2017, 12:01 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 9,808
Posted By sanford7575

The Nissan Value Advantage stuff is definitely...

The Nissan Value Advantage stuff is definitely made in China. I speak from experience.
I've found that most parts reps don't know anything, especially the guys at NissanPartsDeal online! The...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-16-2017, 11:55 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 712
Posted By sanford7575

Symptoms scream wheel bearings. I'd disassemble...

Symptoms scream wheel bearings. I'd disassemble and recheck the work. I've received bad bearings from Rock Auto before, which brand did you use? OEM or Timkin? I've even received some Timkin...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-15-2017, 12:14 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 9,808
Posted By sanford7575

You may not have seen it, but there was a follow...

You may not have seen it, but there was a follow up to this post a while back confirming that the Nissan Value Advantage axles DO NOT HAVE THE VIBRATION DAMPENER. I can confirm this first hand as I...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-06-2017, 06:34 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,022
Posted By sanford7575

Just my 2 cents... KBB lists the price for this...

Just my 2 cents... KBB lists the price for this car between $2500 - $2800 for good to very good condition. $3800 sounds a little high to me. I purchased an '02 GLE with 93K back in '15 for $2900. ...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
10-25-2017, 01:56 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 7,780
Posted By sanford7575

Just my 2 cents, but you gotta be realistic about...

Just my 2 cents, but you gotta be realistic about what you can expect to get for a 14 year old car. I love the Max (I've had 4 of them over the years), and realize the value of a good used one, but...
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