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Forum: 8th Generation Maxima (2016-)
04-10-2024, 06:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 341
Posted By realmac

I like my 2023 TLX A-Spec. The backseats aren't...

I like my 2023 TLX A-Spec. The backseats aren't as big as the Max. I'm also close to average height 5'9 and portly but still comfortable riding in it. Handling is much better than the Max with a...
Forum: 8th Generation Maxima (2016-)
11-09-2022, 08:44 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 17,344
Posted By realmac

I didn’t figure out the issue but sold my Maxima...

I didn’t figure out the issue but sold my Maxima on 10/26. That was the sole reason, j/k. I would report feedback to Xanavi. Guessing there is some system setting that is being reset everything the...
Forum: 8th Generation Maxima (2016-)
10-09-2022, 07:12 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 17,344
Posted By realmac

I used the Xanavi upgrade for my 2016. Has been...

I used the Xanavi upgrade for my 2016. Has been working fine, I'm just impatient and it takes a few seconds for the car to switch over to CarPlay. Cost was about $300 which I sent via WhatsApp /...
Forum: General Maxima Discussion
05-07-2022, 09:33 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,305
Posted By realmac

Yeah the max can carry 1 but 2 you def need a...

Yeah the max can carry 1 but 2 you def need a carrier. I got a carrier that clipped onto the trunk with my Altima and it left lots of scratches when weight and the clamps shifted.
Forum: General Maxima Discussion
05-07-2022, 06:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,305
Posted By realmac

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/maxima.org-vbulletin/...

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/maxima.org-vbulletin/2000x1504/f6fd5e2a_a0cc_455a_adda_a1ea1b14a19d_77a55bd6f84152565358c4b576187f0ff5ba6cf1.jpeg...
Forum: General Maxima Discussion
04-29-2022, 09:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,305
Posted By realmac

Yes it's possible. You just need to take off the...

Yes it's possible. You just need to take off the front wheel. My Cannondale CAAD 13 road bike fits with the front wheel off and I load it in with the back wheel slighting hanging past the folded down...
Forum: New Member Introductions
04-14-2022, 06:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 523
Posted By realmac

I think the car's design is great. It stands out...

I think the car's design is great. It stands out from the competition or at least it did when it made its debut in 2015. The engine is great, I honestly have never had problems with any of Nissan...
Forum: New Member Introductions
04-11-2022, 07:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 523
Posted By realmac

Short answer - Maximas with a typical geared or...

Short answer - Maximas with a typical geared or automatic transmission ended in the 2006 model year. If you go by the website car complaints these had 895 complaints...
Forum: 8th Generation Maxima (2016-)
01-29-2022, 01:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 651
Posted By realmac

Is it me or is the passenger side a lot brighter...

Is it me or is the passenger side a lot brighter than the driver's side? Time 4:13.
Forum: 8th Generation Maxima (2016-)
08-16-2021, 07:14 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 22,032
Posted By realmac

I was wondering the same thing especially since...

I was wondering the same thing especially since the last 3 had CVTs. :D
Forum: 8th Generation Maxima (2016-)
07-10-2020, 07:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,010
Posted By realmac

Yeah I've almost hit a pedestrian a few times who...

Yeah I've almost hit a pedestrian a few times who was standing right in that blind spot area trying to cross the street. My passengers saw them but I did not.
Forum: 8th Generation Maxima (2016-)
04-30-2020, 08:05 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 5,555
Posted By realmac

Echoing the sentiments of everyone else around...

Echoing the sentiments of everyone else around here, I'm glad to hear you are safe. My grandfather is 83 and still kicking. You are the voice of knowledge, friendliness, and practicality on the...
Forum: 8th Generation Maxima (2016-)
11-17-2019, 03:08 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,301
Posted By realmac

You're not wrong. It has already dropped so much....

You're not wrong. It has already dropped so much. Might as well drive the wheels off it. I financed $31k in March 2016 for it, owe about $5,900 right now. KBB value ranges between $13,134 and...
Forum: 8th Generation Maxima (2016-)
11-16-2019, 04:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,301
Posted By realmac

2016 SV about 55k miles here. No major issues....

2016 SV about 55k miles here. No major issues. Had a slight shudder when the torque converter kicks in during stop and go driving. Changed the transmission fluid 10k miles ago and it is less...
Forum: 8th Generation Maxima (2016-)
08-19-2019, 08:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,938
Posted By realmac

I would call Nissan Consumer Affairs and ask them...

I would call Nissan Consumer Affairs and ask them to open a case # for you. Call Customer Care on (800) NISSAN-1 (or 800-647-7261).
Tell them you went to X dealership and they said your transmission...
Forum: General Maxima Discussion
07-05-2019, 07:28 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,627
Posted By realmac

Glad to hear you were able to get this sorted...

Glad to hear you were able to get this sorted out! You spent good money on your car, deserve to have it running in top shape. :) I think the newer design is more reliable, have only seen a handful of...
Forum: General Maxima Discussion
07-01-2019, 09:08 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,595
Posted By realmac

Yeah I’ve read about all kinda of things, ranging...

Yeah I’ve read about all kinda of things, ranging from the engine cover under the front being cracked to bad rotors, stuck brake caliper. Hard to really diagnose online. Maybe the dealer is the...
Forum: General Maxima Discussion
07-01-2019, 08:59 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,595
Posted By realmac

Have your rotors been replaced at all? Wondering...

Have your rotors been replaced at all? Wondering if they’re badly warped.
Forum: General Maxima Discussion
07-01-2019, 08:42 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,595
Posted By realmac

It’s still shaking? I’m guessing all the wheels...

It’s still shaking? I’m guessing all the wheels were balanced too? Also have you tried a different dealer? Under what conditions does it shake? Stop and go, highway. Acceleration, deceleration?
Forum: General Maxima Discussion
07-01-2019, 08:30 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,595
Posted By realmac

Are you in an area where salt is spread on the...

Are you in an area where salt is spread on the roads? Could be an exhaust leak for sure. Maybe you have a hole in the system somewhere? Have you tried taking it to a muffler shop for them to take a...
Forum: General Maxima Discussion
07-01-2019, 08:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,595
Posted By realmac

When did you change the CVT fluid last? The rule...

When did you change the CVT fluid last? The rule I've followed is every 45-60k miles. The noise you're describing doesn't sound normal.
Forum: 8th Generation Maxima (2016-)
06-09-2019, 11:08 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,847
Posted By realmac

My 2016 Maxima has 48k miles on the CVT, fluid...

My 2016 Maxima has 48k miles on the CVT, fluid flushed on Saturday. Was $249.95 less a $20 coupon. The subtle jerk / slipping feel in stop and go traffic has essentially been eliminated. Dealt with...
Forum: 8th Generation Maxima (2016-)
03-10-2019, 07:42 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,753
Posted By realmac

Same experience here, though not as severe. It...

Same experience here, though not as severe. It engages / disengages around 30-40mph in stop and go traffic. Once it gets past that point it's fine though.
Forum: General Maxima Discussion
01-25-2019, 06:18 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 30,809
Posted By realmac

Kinda sad. ...

Kinda sad.
http://carsalesbase.com/us-car-sales-data/nissan/nissan-altima/
http://carsalesbase.com/us-car-sales-data/nissan/nissan-maxima/

In the US Nissan sold 42k Maximas in 2018 vs 209k...
Forum: 8th Generation Maxima (2016-)
01-05-2019, 08:15 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,214
Posted By realmac

2014 Altima 2.5 SL. I was a decent commuter car,...

2014 Altima 2.5 SL. I was a decent commuter car, but the CVT felt like it was slipping when I needed to to rapidly accelerate. I'm talking foot to the floor it would take an extra 2-3 seconds for the...
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