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Forum: 1st & 2nd Generation Maxima (1981-1984 and 1985-1988)
08-18-2015, 05:04 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 29,013
Posted By seabob4

Damn, 5-speed too...

Damn, 5-speed too...
Forum: 1st & 2nd Generation Maxima (1981-1984 and 1985-1988)
08-17-2015, 06:48 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,525
Posted By seabob4

So what color are you going with?

So what color are you going with?
Forum: 1st & 2nd Generation Maxima (1981-1984 and 1985-1988)
08-13-2015, 07:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,796
Posted By seabob4

I'm real happy with my 2nd tail draggin' 2nd gen,...

I'm real happy with my 2nd tail draggin' 2nd gen, just like I was my first...
Forum: 1st & 2nd Generation Maxima (1981-1984 and 1985-1988)
08-12-2015, 05:07 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,796
Posted By seabob4

Interesting you mention that. My dad had an '85...

Interesting you mention that. My dad had an '85 Pontiac 6000 STE at that time (http://www.caranddriver.com/features/1985-10best-cars-1985-pontiac-6000ste-page-10), he thought it was a pretty badass...
Forum: 1st & 2nd Generation Maxima (1981-1984 and 1985-1988)
08-11-2015, 05:38 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,796
Posted By seabob4

LOL!! Know what you mean! The 1st gen was...

LOL!! Know what you mean!

The 1st gen was definitely (IMO) the bridge between the butt ugly 810 (once again, IMO) and the 2nd gen. The 1st gen got the 810's weird curves squared up, as well as...
Forum: 1st & 2nd Generation Maxima (1981-1984 and 1985-1988)
08-10-2015, 11:43 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,796
Posted By seabob4

Do you have a 1st gen? In all honesty, the 1st...

Do you have a 1st gen? In all honesty, the 1st gen did nothing for me when it was introduced. I was in my early 20s (21 to 24) when it came out in '81. The 2nd gen? Absolutely floored me! A...
Forum: 1st & 2nd Generation Maxima (1981-1984 and 1985-1988)
08-03-2015, 07:07 AM
Replies: 562
Views: 56,056
Posted By seabob4

delerium, you want to grind down the shank of the...

delerium, you want to grind down the shank of the bit a LOT. As the screw backs out, it's going cause the bit to move closer to the door frame, and could wedge it up against the frame to where you...
Forum: 1st & 2nd Generation Maxima (1981-1984 and 1985-1988)
08-02-2015, 01:58 PM
Replies: 562
Views: 56,056
Posted By seabob4

Are those the 2 screws on the driver's side? I...

Are those the 2 screws on the driver's side? I assume you've pulled the door trim off. If that doesn't allow a decent shot with a "normal" screwdriver, take a short phillips head bit, grind it WAY...
Forum: 1st & 2nd Generation Maxima (1981-1984 and 1985-1988)
07-25-2015, 10:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,534
Posted By seabob4

I had an auto on my new '87 SE, really didn't...

I had an auto on my new '87 SE, really didn't mind it as I had a 6-speed in my Scirocco to satisfy my "rowing through the gears" cravings. Sold her in '93 (long story, ex-wife and chit), then picked...
Forum: 1st & 2nd Generation Maxima (1981-1984 and 1985-1988)
07-25-2015, 09:47 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,105
Posted By seabob4

This is what the sunroof motor on my current '87...

This is what the sunroof motor on my current '87 sounds like...

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When I bought my first '87 brand new, the motor in that girl sounded the same. Obviously, I need to lube the...
Forum: 1st & 2nd Generation Maxima (1981-1984 and 1985-1988)
07-25-2015, 07:05 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,105
Posted By seabob4

The motor is basically above the sunroof...

The motor is basically above the sunroof switch/map light module. The removable plug right in front of the module gives you access to the motor shaft, which you can turn with a flat blade...
Forum: 1st & 2nd Generation Maxima (1981-1984 and 1985-1988)
06-19-2015, 07:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,298
Posted By seabob4

Yep. Amazon.com: CARCHET Electronic LED Flasher...

Yep. Amazon.com: CARCHET Electronic LED Flasher Relay for Car Turn Signal Light Adjustable New: Automotive
Forum: 1st & 2nd Generation Maxima (1981-1984 and 1985-1988)
06-17-2015, 03:03 PM
Replies: 562
Views: 56,056
Posted By seabob4

Yes, basically what I meant, Vern. Obviously,...

Yes, basically what I meant, Vern. Obviously, the next timing belt is going to be a WHOLE lot easier than this one!!:D
Forum: 1st & 2nd Generation Maxima (1981-1984 and 1985-1988)
06-11-2015, 12:32 PM
Replies: 562
Views: 56,056
Posted By seabob4

New timing belt (Gates) went on, tightened the...

New timing belt (Gates) went on, tightened the tensioner down, went through two revs of the crankshaft...no resistance!! WOO HOO, my marks were good! Slapped the WP, stat and stat housing in...
Forum: 1st & 2nd Generation Maxima (1981-1984 and 1985-1988)
06-11-2015, 04:25 AM
Replies: 562
Views: 56,056
Posted By seabob4

Removed the 3 carrier bolts first (while the...

Removed the 3 carrier bolts first (while the wheel was still on), then jacked up the right side, pulled the wheel, removed the ball joint mount, the shaft pulled out pretty easily. New one slid in...
Forum: 1st & 2nd Generation Maxima (1981-1984 and 1985-1988)
06-06-2015, 04:16 AM
Replies: 562
Views: 56,056
Posted By seabob4

No issues on the half shaft swap, although that...

No issues on the half shaft swap, although that passenger side one is fun with that bearing carrier in the center of the car!! Put her up on ramps to get the clearance I needed underneath, removed...
Forum: 1st & 2nd Generation Maxima (1981-1984 and 1985-1988)
06-05-2015, 05:20 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,153
Posted By seabob4

The '85 is the first year of the 2nd gen Maximas,...

The '85 is the first year of the 2nd gen Maximas, '85-'88. In my opinion, the '87-'88's look a lot better than the '85-'86s. See my '87 in my sig below...
Forum: 1st & 2nd Generation Maxima (1981-1984 and 1985-1988)
05-26-2015, 04:04 PM
Replies: 562
Views: 56,056
Posted By seabob4

Next week will be PM week. Ordered Cardone right...

Next week will be PM week. Ordered Cardone right and left halfshafts, Raybestos ceramic pads front and rear, and a Gates timing belt and tensioner today. Rockauto, $210 shipped, have it all Friday....
Forum: 1st & 2nd Generation Maxima (1981-1984 and 1985-1988)
05-19-2015, 04:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,258
Posted By seabob4

No prob. It is cool...but I'd rather just look...

No prob. It is cool...but I'd rather just look out the door and see mine...;)
Forum: 1st & 2nd Generation Maxima (1981-1984 and 1985-1988)
05-19-2015, 12:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,258
Posted By seabob4

Made it clickable... ...

Made it clickable...

https://www.etsy.com/listing/233945185/art-print-maximonster-black-and-white?ref=shop_home_active_1
Forum: 1st & 2nd Generation Maxima (1981-1984 and 1985-1988)
04-29-2015, 05:47 AM
Replies: 562
Views: 56,056
Posted By seabob4

Nice shop Vern!!! Mucho jealous! I assume...

Nice shop Vern!!! Mucho jealous! I assume you're gonna be using that for more than just playing around with the Max and the 200...
Forum: 1st & 2nd Generation Maxima (1981-1984 and 1985-1988)
04-24-2015, 04:35 AM
Replies: 562
Views: 56,056
Posted By seabob4

Excellent!! Beauty Max, why settle for 400?;)

Excellent!! Beauty Max, why settle for 400?;)
Forum: 1st & 2nd Generation Maxima (1981-1984 and 1985-1988)
04-17-2015, 07:58 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 15,262
Posted By seabob4

I like the one in the middle...

I like the one in the middle...
Forum: 1st & 2nd Generation Maxima (1981-1984 and 1985-1988)
04-14-2015, 07:12 AM
Replies: 562
Views: 56,056
Posted By seabob4

Not perfect, but not too shabby either... ...

Not perfect, but not too shabby either...

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Thanks aw11 for the suggestion! Used Rustoleum caliper paint, 2 coats. Next, the valve covers...
Forum: 1st & 2nd Generation Maxima (1981-1984 and 1985-1988)
04-11-2015, 08:00 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 15,262
Posted By seabob4

Excellent thread!!! Will definitely be studying...

Excellent thread!!! Will definitely be studying some of your stuff. Question about HIDs...shouldn't you be using projector housings rather than reflector housings, like we have?

Keep it up,...
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