I've decided to keep my 1994 Maxima (SOHC) rather than buy new. The auto transmission is having trouble shifting into the higher gears, particularly on a slight slope. The car has a 192K, and although the engine still runs fine, no oil burning, I figured I may save some money if I do engine and trans at the same time.

Where is the best place to purchase used or rebuilt engine and trans. Which is best, a relatively low mileage engine or rebuilt?

Thanks

 

if it aint broke dont fix it

the rebiuld on the auto will drain your wallet enough no need for double trouble

 

I am not sure about the VG, but on the VE, you can replace the tranny without removing the engine.

If you don't have to take out the engine to get to the tranny, why bother replacing the engine if it isn't having any problems?

 

Yeah, you can drop the tranny easily without taking out the engine, the only problem i had was getting the tranny back on. I can get a sohc engine with 100 K for 150, but shipping is like 200 or so.

 

dont bother with the engine, it will outlast your next auto tranny, assuming you do regular mantence, if you REALLY want longevity do a 5 speed swa;p like me and several others

 

Hmm. No good sources for 'new' jap engines? Preferably direct order place from japan; might become handy one day... (or ? buy whole crash car.)


Tranny is electronically controlled: most likely that control wobbles if oil level is ok... see:
http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/748507/15

 

ebay or www.car-parts.com

 

i have a rebuilt auto tranny for sale...$350 plus shipping...i have the reciept for it...i paid $1844.40 for it...$1740 for parts and labor and $104.40 in tax...got it rebuilt at 123,909 pulled from my max at 145,xxx...shifted perfect when i pulled it