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Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
12-21-2020, 07:54 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,031
Posted By RMAX54

Excellent write up, James, Thanks! Just what I...

Excellent write up, James, Thanks! Just what I was looking for. I've examined the spare Odometer I've got, and it has all the gears and they seem to be lined up - but Man, are they complex. No broken...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
12-19-2020, 07:28 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,031
Posted By RMAX54

Hi James No, not yet. Still re-arranging my...

Hi James
No, not yet. Still re-arranging my garage for winter work, and setting up the propane heater I'm going to use. I have obtained a salvage odometer module, and also an entire instrument...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
11-17-2020, 10:23 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,031
Posted By RMAX54

Thanks so much, LQ91SE! That was exactly what I...

Thanks so much, LQ91SE! That was exactly what I was trying to find out; I copied your description and saved it for reference.
Yes, I'd be highly interested in your Odometer module. I haven't torn...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
11-16-2020, 01:28 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,031
Posted By RMAX54

If you run across that instrument cluster, I'd be...

If you run across that instrument cluster, I'd be highly interested. Not only for the Odometer Module, but I may need a speedometer too; I'll know soon as I'll be testing and/or replacing the...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
11-16-2020, 12:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,062
Posted By RMAX54

I HAVE seen the test in my FSM, but it didn't...

I HAVE seen the test in my FSM, but it didn't seem to be a very good test. You're supposed to flip the shaft by hand and see it you get .5 volts - not too great to find an intermittent problem. I...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
11-16-2020, 12:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,031
Posted By RMAX54

Thanks for the input. Did your (main) Odometer...

Thanks for the input. Did your (main) Odometer still work after the rest button was broken?
Mine feels OK, but it stopped resetting the Trip Odometer long before the Odometer quit. At first, I get...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
11-11-2020, 02:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,062
Posted By RMAX54

Hi James! No, I'm not sure, and without one to...

Hi James! No, I'm not sure, and without one to swap, how would you tell? I saw posts indicating that it was likely the Vehicle Speed Sensor on the transmission, and I finally located and bought a new...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
11-02-2020, 08:57 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,062
Posted By RMAX54

Parts Help for transmission Vehicle Speed Sensor for 5-speed Manual?

My speedometer in my 1990 SE 5-speed is acting up, often showing 0mph or an incorrect speed. I've determined that it's probably the sensor it runs off of, which is the Vehicle Speed Sensor mounted in...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
10-29-2020, 02:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,031
Posted By RMAX54

Pretty sure; I've researched a MANY past posts;...

Pretty sure; I've researched a MANY past posts; they all indicated in was gears not engaging in the Odometer unit (which is located in the Instrument Cluster) and indicated it was run off the...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
10-23-2020, 02:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,031
Posted By RMAX54

Odometer Gearing Fix

My 1990 SE's Odometer quit at 117,000 miles. I plan to tear down the dash [done that before] to get at the Odometer/Trip assembly on the back of the instrument cluster. Lots of posts here have talked...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
12-05-2013, 01:55 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,997
Posted By RMAX54

Ah Yes! many Thanks! I kept looking for open...

Ah Yes! many Thanks! I kept looking for open vacuum connections, but I had the upper manifold sitting loose on the lower section, and that blocked the view of the fuel pressure regulator on the end...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
12-04-2013, 01:11 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,997
Posted By RMAX54

Help with Vacuum conn - VG30E Intake Manifold

I'm embarrassed to have to ask this, but I lost track of what a vacuum nipple on the back of the top Intake Manifold connects to. I'm just reassembling the engine after replacing the fuel injectors,...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
09-27-2013, 05:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,256
Posted By RMAX54

OK James, on your sterling recommendation I just...

OK James, on your sterling recommendation I just bought the closeout new Bosch 62005 injectors. You're probably right, that they are a newer design that the crummy original Nissan injectors. If...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
09-26-2013, 07:48 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 990
Posted By RMAX54

Low ohm readings on injectors is because the...

Low ohm readings on injectors is because the solenoid coil that opens and closes the injector is failing. There's no fix but to replace them. Adding resistors will not help anything, and will throw...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
09-26-2013, 06:56 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,256
Posted By RMAX54

James, With your comments, those Bosch...

James,
With your comments, those Bosch closeouts DO look more attractive. One issue though: My bootleg Nissan FAST parts software shows that the original 1989-1990 injectors have been revised TWICE;...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
09-26-2013, 06:30 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,256
Posted By RMAX54

It seems you're right about JECS and Bosch: I did...

It seems you're right about JECS and Bosch: I did some internet searching and JECS is a joint venture between Robert Bosch GmbH, Nissan Motor Co. and Diesel Kiki Co., Ltd.. It enabled Nissan to use...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
09-25-2013, 12:36 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,256
Posted By RMAX54

Now that James mentioned it, I'd heard before of...

Now that James mentioned it, I'd heard before of people getting injectors from Rock Auto before. I checked, and to my surprise they have 6 different brands listed for the 1990 Maxima - all new, but...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
09-25-2013, 09:17 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,256
Posted By RMAX54

Best NEW Injectors? I've had it with refurbs

What are the best new fuel injectors available for the VG30E? I'm getting ready to purchase an entire NEW set. A seller on Ebay has JECS sets for $385, and then there's new sets from from Courtesy...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
10-26-2010, 01:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 986
Posted By RMAX54

Try this First

Before you get into replacing the items in the TSB, try this first - a much easier fix (if it works for you). This was in an old post by Forum Guru Matt93SE:

Use dry Teflon spray lubricant such as...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
10-23-2010, 03:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 843
Posted By RMAX54

The problem with retail refurb fuel injectors is...

The problem with retail refurb fuel injectors is the failure rate. Posts over the years have shown that if you buy a set of six, one will be bad. In one post the guy got three, and one was bad. ...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
10-23-2010, 01:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,920
Posted By RMAX54

You might be right, but that black tape has...

You might be right, but that black tape has gotten HARD, and it's really on there. Car spent most of it's life sitting outside - lots of UV. Bumper covers just crumbled when trying to sand; had to...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
10-23-2010, 01:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,920
Posted By RMAX54

I've been searching over the last month, and I...

I've been searching over the last month, and I can't find that post either:laugh: Lots of old posts seem to have gotten lost when Maxima.Org changed web servers or something. Old Bookmarks no longer...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
10-23-2010, 12:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,920
Posted By RMAX54

Yes, those 4 pieces (2 on each side) below the...

Yes, those 4 pieces (2 on each side) below the window glass are part of the pieces I'm working with.

Do you recall what brand or type of aerosol paint stripper you used? The only stripper I'm...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
10-23-2010, 07:35 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,920
Posted By RMAX54

Nissan tape over chrome on SE's - how to remove???

All of Nissan's blackout tape (over chrome trim) on my 90SE is deteriorating and looks like sh!t. How have some of you 3rd Generationers gotten this awful stuff off for repainting??? I know it's been...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
10-11-2010, 02:39 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 933
Posted By RMAX54

You can't depend on changing the rules Before the...

You can't depend on changing the rules Before the game either. With my insurance Co, I was unable to "tell them otherwise".

I discussed this very issue at length with my Farmers Insurance Group...
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