AlbeesMax

whats up people?...i have a 1995 maxima se that has 162,000 miles on it...i believe it is starting to show as well...it turns over alot when i try and start it...the handling is horrible and the check engine light is on....if you guys have any suggestions that would be great...thanks
Al

DanSE

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....trade it in for a 2003 350 Z track edition....that blue color...mmmmmmmmm

kratz74

Sounds like it need some TLC. Probbaly between 1-2,000 in maintenace will do the trick. Otherwise time to trade her in

AlbeesMax

i was thinking between 2-3,000 i just want to make sure it will work like it used to or better....and what exactly i need to do...can you suggest possibly some steps?

Lushka16

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I popped in a 98 engine. Fixed all my problems

MChapel

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...and I'll bet you spent just a little more than $3k, right?

JettmiesterMax

Have your check engine codes and repair those repairs. It may not be as bad as you think. Have injectors cleaned, new fuel filter, plugs (tune up). As for handling, new struts and all new bushings underneath. The gen 4 max is a very durable, long lasting car. You can save many dollars repairing vs new one. New cars depreciate more in 1 year (plus tag, tax and title fees on new cars is ridiculous) than you will ever spend on repairs in 2 years on this max. A little TLC can save you many $. Besides (IMO)gen 4 max is the best quality built max so far to date. 95 was even better, less emissions crap on the engine.
Fix it and save dough.

AlbeesMax

i was looking at the kyb struts but im not sure what bushings to get...and also for the plugs and wires ngk i was suggested by someone....

JettmiesterMax

When i put my KYB AGX struts on, I replaced everything with new, mounts too. If it was made out of rubber of any kind, it is new. Nothing that came off went back in except for springs, i did not want/need/desire a lowered car.
You will love these struts.

As for plugs/wires, they were replaced not long before I bought her, so they are new Nissan originals, whatever they are.

Good luck, chances are your check engine light is on due to bad 02 sensor. Common for these cars unfortunately.

95GreekMaxSE

60K Tune up

-NGK PLatinums Spark Plugs
-PCV Valve
-NEWFUEL FILTER
-CLEAN THROTTLE BODY
-Air Filter (poor mans HAI :P)
-FLUSH A/T FLUID
-FLUSH COOLANT SYSTEM
-NEW BELTS
-Oil Change
-Oil Filter
-Lubricate Chasis
-Reset ECU
-Tightin Throttle Cable if neccessary
-New Struts and Bushings

magnum658

[QUOTE]Originally posted by Lushka16
[B]I popped in a 98 engine. Fixed all my problems

My car has got 120,000 miles on it and i was contemplating getting a new engine. Im just not sure where to look for one other than a junk yard. Any suggestions?

AlbeesMax

what do you guys think about this deal...kyb agx struts for $328.00 off of ebay?

JettmiesterMax

that is not a bad price. But be sure they are clearly listed as NEW and see what shipping is. Some make money on shipping. I got mine for $340 shipping included about a year ago or so.

Soybadboy

I just clicked past the 177,000 mile mark today. All I've done so far was replace the water pump, alternator, battery and regular maint. The battery and alternator at 130k miles and the water pump at 160k. As long as you take care of it, you will be fine.