NOOBIES: "I AM NEW HERE BUT HAVE A QUESTION" thread. Read FIRST post BEFORE posting!
08-22-2007 | 12:18 PM
#641
Nacht, dont buy injen. Good company, bad intake. Get one off of ebay. I wouldnt worry about the CAI, I live in FL with heavy heavy storms, and Ive never worried about it. Front strut bars dont have the effect most people think. Good mods to get: Y pipe, Coilovers(in my opinion, skip struts and springs), Rear Sway Bar, 00vi. Its all up to you. Keep lookin around and read up as it looks like you have been doing. You'll get the ideas fast enough...Oh, and Welcome! Dont let the haters bash you around...haha.
anam, Have you checked the bearing or CV? I though the bearing noise might go away after heating up, but Im not sure, so that might be it. Just listing some things to check up front.
anam, Have you checked the bearing or CV? I though the bearing noise might go away after heating up, but Im not sure, so that might be it. Just listing some things to check up front.
08-22-2007 | 02:43 PM
#642
Originally Posted by Nacht
For $279.99 an Injen RD Cold Air Intake. I see a lot of people have Place Racing CAI's, but I cannot find them online. The website wont let me on (it says it doesnt exist) and google wont tell me of any suppliers. I feel like I might be spending too much money on the CAI because I see plent on ebay for $20-150$, but I do know Injen is a reliable company.
Originally Posted by Nacht
Also I live in the Northeast where it does snow a lot and water is a constant problem, so I'm inbetween a CAI and a shortram/popcharger. I do know my CAI will go in my fender well, but is it safe from water there?
Originally Posted by Nacht
Netami 67-1010 Stut Tower Brace for $60.00. I dont really know the difference in the braces other than thickness, weight, and durability. Are there any better brands because this is all I can find.
Originally Posted by Nacht
Apexi WS2 116-KN10 exhaust system for $474.95. Or GReddy SP2 10127022 for $570.00. I like the way both of them sound but if anyone has one then a review of it would be nice. I also know of Megan Racing and Pace Setter for $250-$500. But I dont want something too attention getting.
08-22-2007 | 03:01 PM
#643
Member
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 72
Originally Posted by NmexMAX
Stay way from the Injen and get a PR CAI Knock off from eBay (30$). When/before you purchase, make certain it is the type that requires you to drill a hole in the fender prior to installation.
.
.
and im glad i read this because i was about to spend 250 on an injen intake
08-22-2007 | 03:04 PM
#644
Originally Posted by renagade281
can u point me in the direction of one of these because i dont know which ones require you to drill a hole
and im glad i read this because i was about to spend 250 on an injen intake
and im glad i read this because i was about to spend 250 on an injen intake
08-25-2007 | 07:23 PM
#645
Newbie - Just Registered
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 2
Battery/Alternator problem?
Recently here in Wisconsin (Madison to be specific) we've had a large amount of rain for nearly 1.5 weeks with high humidity. Roughly 5 days ago the stereo on my car began having issues. It would play cds, would sound fine, and the radio worked. I could change the volume and turn it off/on as well. However, I could not change tracks, change radio stations, adjust equalizer settings etc.
Today it went away, but a new problem arose. Now my ABS and and traction control lights come on and the lights dim a bit. I'm thinking either the humidity and rain caused a short in a wire (I have underground parking but parked outside one night) and is draining the battery or my alternator is going. Has anyone experienced this before? Also, the ABS and traction lights don't come on until after a few minutes of driving, and when they do my stereo no longer has any sound. Most bizarre.
Edit: 1999 Maxima GLE ~89,000 mi.
Today it went away, but a new problem arose. Now my ABS and and traction control lights come on and the lights dim a bit. I'm thinking either the humidity and rain caused a short in a wire (I have underground parking but parked outside one night) and is draining the battery or my alternator is going. Has anyone experienced this before? Also, the ABS and traction lights don't come on until after a few minutes of driving, and when they do my stereo no longer has any sound. Most bizarre.
Edit: 1999 Maxima GLE ~89,000 mi.
08-25-2007 | 08:57 PM
#646
Junior Member
Joined: Jan 2007
Posts: 27
Need help!!! Sound in my car was going in and out and then it just stop working. Thought it was my head unit so I replaced it and that didn't work. Then I checked the wires to my subs, amps, and now i dont know wut else to do. wut could be wrong?
08-26-2007 | 06:14 AM
#647
Junior Member
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 17
I just picked up a 96 Maxima with 216k miles on the clock for my son and I'm trying to work the bugs out before he hits the road. I noticed this morning that there is a loud rattling noise coming from the front right side of the car. It happens when I hit dips in the road.Also some sqeeking from both front sides.The car does not ride as if it is in need of new shocks/struts.
Is what I'm hearing symptoms of worn out struts, or could it be something else?
Is what I'm hearing symptoms of worn out struts, or could it be something else?
08-26-2007 | 04:18 PM
#650
Senior Member
Joined: Jul 2004
Posts: 888
I had a question regarding TOWER strut bars. I've read on it and through many other forums regarding it. Do you install it with the car lifted up or do you just do it as is?
Does installing a rear do anything?
I've googled and looked on eBay but I didn't find anything aside form the generic eBay one. Any recommendations? I don't feel like dropping a lot on it either like a catmann.
Does installing a rear do anything?
I've googled and looked on eBay but I didn't find anything aside form the generic eBay one. Any recommendations? I don't feel like dropping a lot on it either like a catmann.
08-27-2007 | 09:34 PM
#651
Newbie - Just Registered
Joined: Oct 2003
Posts: 2
DRL on driver side keeps going out
I have a '95 Maxima; with the headlights off, the daytime running lights come on as expected then the driver side goes off and the intensity on the passenger side increases.
Would appreciate any advice as to how to remedy.
Bro
Would appreciate any advice as to how to remedy.
Bro
08-27-2007 | 11:27 PM
#652
Originally Posted by PintosDad
I just picked up a 96 Maxima with 216k miles on the clock for my son and I'm trying to work the bugs out before he hits the road. I noticed this morning that there is a loud rattling noise coming from the front right side of the car. It happens when I hit dips in the road.Also some sqeeking from both front sides.The car does not ride as if it is in need of new shocks/struts.
Is what I'm hearing symptoms of worn out struts, or could it be something else?
Is what I'm hearing symptoms of worn out struts, or could it be something else?
Edit: check this link for FSM downloadhttp://forums.maxima.org/showthread....58751&t=523663
08-27-2007 | 11:38 PM
#653
Originally Posted by FishyMan
I had a question regarding TOWER strut bars. I've read on it and through many other forums regarding it. Do you install it with the car lifted up or do you just do it as is?
Does installing a rear do anything?
I've googled and looked on eBay but I didn't find anything aside form the generic eBay one. Any recommendations? I don't feel like dropping a lot on it either like a catmann.
Does installing a rear do anything?
I've googled and looked on eBay but I didn't find anything aside form the generic eBay one. Any recommendations? I don't feel like dropping a lot on it either like a catmann.
08-28-2007 | 12:45 PM
#654
Newbie - Just Registered
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 2
hey like just about every one elce in here im new to the .org just got my maxima at the begining of summer and now that i have payed it off and have saved up enouph to buy some mods i would love some sugestions.
first im have looked for a grill replacement. cant find any. all i can find is the covers. i actualy want a replacement for the oem
second how brite of head lites can i go with that will not melt the lenses.
and third i was reading some ware that you can get somthing done to your auto trans (what i have in my car) that will make it shift harder (faster) giving you better track times. well i have forgoten ware i read that and cant find it any ware so i was wondering if any one knows what that is called and if they can give me the ups and downs to doing it
first im have looked for a grill replacement. cant find any. all i can find is the covers. i actualy want a replacement for the oem
second how brite of head lites can i go with that will not melt the lenses.
and third i was reading some ware that you can get somthing done to your auto trans (what i have in my car) that will make it shift harder (faster) giving you better track times. well i have forgoten ware i read that and cant find it any ware so i was wondering if any one knows what that is called and if they can give me the ups and downs to doing it
08-29-2007 | 12:47 PM
#655
Newbie - Just Registered
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 9
I am a noobie: I've read a lot of stuff that sounds like problem I'm having but nothing about strong odor of burning plastic! My '99 is misfiring (pretty significant, the car 'lurches') - only at idle - and acceleration is poor; feels like it'll barely climb a hill. Happens only when engine is hot. I smell the burning plastic every time I stop even if no misfiring that drive. BTW I've changed plugs and fuel filter recently (but not before this problem began). Any ideas?? THANKS!
08-29-2007 | 03:12 PM
#656
Originally Posted by FishyMan
I had a question regarding TOWER strut bars. I've read on it and through many other forums regarding it. Do you install it with the car lifted up or do you just do it as is?
Does installing a rear do anything?
I've googled and looked on eBay but I didn't find anything aside form the generic eBay one. Any recommendations? I don't feel like dropping a lot on it either like a catmann.
Does installing a rear do anything?
I've googled and looked on eBay but I didn't find anything aside form the generic eBay one. Any recommendations? I don't feel like dropping a lot on it either like a catmann.
08-29-2007 | 03:51 PM
#657
Newbie - Just Registered
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 2
Stereo Problems
An update from my above post, the shop replaced the alternator and battery and seems to be working fine overall. However, I still cannot use any functionality of my stereo except playing cds, ejecting them, and changing the volume. This means that I cannot change tracks, seek, change radio stations, adjust the equalizer, etc. This is on a 99 Maxima with a new battery/alternator that checked out. What could be wrong?
Thanks.
Thanks.
08-29-2007 | 05:35 PM
#659
Originally Posted by lemises
Just installed new tail lights... What should I get as a sealent? Im really afraid water is gonna seap thru the cracks between my trunk and my lights.
08-29-2007 | 05:40 PM
#661
Originally Posted by Nacht
I am very new to car modding and cars in general. I have a 1998 Nissan Maxima SE with the full package (moon roof, leather, etc.) and as I save up money to put into it i've been doing "research" on what to do. I have already gotten rims and new tail lights and clear bumper lenses- the typical things, but I am now kind of looking for more a performance car then a looking car.
I was looking for suggestions and or reviews on the pieces that i've found and if you know of higher performance pieces than please let me know.
For $279.99 an Injen RD Cold Air Intake. I see a lot of people have Place Racing CAI's, but I cannot find them online. The website wont let me on (it says it doesnt exist) and google wont tell me of any suppliers. I feel like I might be spending too much money on the CAI because I see plent on ebay for $20-150$, but I do know Injen is a reliable company. Also I live in the Northeast where it does snow a lot and water is a constant problem, so I'm inbetween a CAI and a shortram/popcharger. I do know my CAI will go in my fender well, but is it safe from water there? Are Short rams worth the money? Did you see a difference after installation?
Netami 67-1010 Stut Tower Brace for $60.00. I dont really know the difference in the braces other than thickness, weight, and durability. Are there any better brands because this is all I can find.
Apexi WS2 116-KN10 exhaust system for $474.95. Or GReddy SP2 10127022 for $570.00. I like the way both of them sound but if anyone has one then a review of it would be nice. I also know of Megan Racing and Pace Setter for $250-$500. But I dont want something too attention getting.
For aesthetics i'm going to be 30% tinting my back windows and rear windshield, changing all the lighting inside to blue LEDS (guages, courtesy lights, dome light, etc.), any other suggestions??
Thanks.
I was looking for suggestions and or reviews on the pieces that i've found and if you know of higher performance pieces than please let me know.
For $279.99 an Injen RD Cold Air Intake. I see a lot of people have Place Racing CAI's, but I cannot find them online. The website wont let me on (it says it doesnt exist) and google wont tell me of any suppliers. I feel like I might be spending too much money on the CAI because I see plent on ebay for $20-150$, but I do know Injen is a reliable company. Also I live in the Northeast where it does snow a lot and water is a constant problem, so I'm inbetween a CAI and a shortram/popcharger. I do know my CAI will go in my fender well, but is it safe from water there? Are Short rams worth the money? Did you see a difference after installation?
Netami 67-1010 Stut Tower Brace for $60.00. I dont really know the difference in the braces other than thickness, weight, and durability. Are there any better brands because this is all I can find.
Apexi WS2 116-KN10 exhaust system for $474.95. Or GReddy SP2 10127022 for $570.00. I like the way both of them sound but if anyone has one then a review of it would be nice. I also know of Megan Racing and Pace Setter for $250-$500. But I dont want something too attention getting.
For aesthetics i'm going to be 30% tinting my back windows and rear windshield, changing all the lighting inside to blue LEDS (guages, courtesy lights, dome light, etc.), any other suggestions??
Thanks.
08-30-2007 | 11:42 AM
#662
Member
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 52
From: Los Angeles, california
My huge BATTERY DILEMA....
for the past month my car has been sitting in my driveway not being driven (i was on vacation) so i came back home and i notice that its not starting as well as it used to... it didnt start once on me so i called AAA and they jumpstarted it for me and told me i need a new battery,
so i kept that in mind and kept driving the car...
then this morning my brother goes to move my car and it didnt start on him either, so he jump started the car himself and somehow managed to mess my car up even more... from what he tells me he connected the jumper cables to my moms 2004 4Runner then he connected them directly to my 1997 infinity i30 battery, all in the correct (+/-) terminals... and then he went to start my car and it wouldnt start... and he kept trying and trying, about 5 times... and still nothing... so i went to auto zone, they said my old battery was bad and i bought a new one, came home replaced it and NOTHING!
what could have been blown out or set off? is it a small easily replaced sensor or is it one of those 100 dollar under the engine sensors... i need help... please...
for the past month my car has been sitting in my driveway not being driven (i was on vacation) so i came back home and i notice that its not starting as well as it used to... it didnt start once on me so i called AAA and they jumpstarted it for me and told me i need a new battery,
so i kept that in mind and kept driving the car...
then this morning my brother goes to move my car and it didnt start on him either, so he jump started the car himself and somehow managed to mess my car up even more... from what he tells me he connected the jumper cables to my moms 2004 4Runner then he connected them directly to my 1997 infinity i30 battery, all in the correct (+/-) terminals... and then he went to start my car and it wouldnt start... and he kept trying and trying, about 5 times... and still nothing... so i went to auto zone, they said my old battery was bad and i bought a new one, came home replaced it and NOTHING!
what could have been blown out or set off? is it a small easily replaced sensor or is it one of those 100 dollar under the engine sensors... i need help... please...
08-30-2007 | 04:42 PM
#663
Guest
Posts: n/a
Vlsd Or No Vlsd?
Im in the market for a new manual (w/vlsd if economically feasable) for my 99 se, and think I may have found one at a good price. The thing is, the guy with the tranny doesnt know if its vlsd or not, and I dont want to ask the type of questions that might drive the price up if it does. How can I tell if it has vlsd by looking at it? Any pictures would be a great help. (Side by side with differences circled would be ****-effin-tacular, and could net a donation to your paypal account.) Email: Kaitlynwho@gmail.com with flix.
08-30-2007 | 04:46 PM
#664
Originally Posted by Art's97i30
My huge BATTERY DILEMA....
for the past month my car has been sitting in my driveway not being driven (i was on vacation) so i came back home and i notice that its not starting as well as it used to... it didnt start once on me so i called AAA and they jumpstarted it for me and told me i need a new battery,
so i kept that in mind and kept driving the car...
then this morning my brother goes to move my car and it didnt start on him either, so he jump started the car himself and somehow managed to mess my car up even more... from what he tells me he connected the jumper cables to my moms 2004 4Runner then he connected them directly to my 1997 infinity i30 battery, all in the correct (+/-) terminals... and then he went to start my car and it wouldnt start... and he kept trying and trying, about 5 times... and still nothing... so i went to auto zone, they said my old battery was bad and i bought a new one, came home replaced it and NOTHING!
what could have been blown out or set off? is it a small easily replaced sensor or is it one of those 100 dollar under the engine sensors... i need help... please...
for the past month my car has been sitting in my driveway not being driven (i was on vacation) so i came back home and i notice that its not starting as well as it used to... it didnt start once on me so i called AAA and they jumpstarted it for me and told me i need a new battery,
so i kept that in mind and kept driving the car...
then this morning my brother goes to move my car and it didnt start on him either, so he jump started the car himself and somehow managed to mess my car up even more... from what he tells me he connected the jumper cables to my moms 2004 4Runner then he connected them directly to my 1997 infinity i30 battery, all in the correct (+/-) terminals... and then he went to start my car and it wouldnt start... and he kept trying and trying, about 5 times... and still nothing... so i went to auto zone, they said my old battery was bad and i bought a new one, came home replaced it and NOTHING!
what could have been blown out or set off? is it a small easily replaced sensor or is it one of those 100 dollar under the engine sensors... i need help... please...
08-30-2007 | 04:56 PM
#665
Member
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 52
From: Los Angeles, california
Originally Posted by mazzivart
He blew the battery fuse. You dont ever connect the negative cable to the battery. you ground it to the car. the fuse it in that fuse box next to the battery.
where is the battery fuse located? and how much is it? is this a big deal? sorry for the "noob" questions... i'm just kinda lost here... thanks for the advice...
08-30-2007 | 05:09 PM
#666
Originally Posted by Art's97i30
where is the battery fuse located? and how much is it? is this a big deal? sorry for the "noob" questions... i'm just kinda lost here... thanks for the advice...
Originally Posted by me
the fuse it in that fuse box next to the battery
08-30-2007 | 05:55 PM
#668
Originally Posted by joepino
how do i get pics on my posts... i tryed to use my myspace pics bu tthat didnt work.
08-30-2007 | 10:23 PM
#669
Member
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 52
From: Los Angeles, california
so i bought one of the battery fuses, since theres two, the 140 and the 75... i replaced the 75... but i couldnt find the 140 or even remove the old one.. i tried everything to try and remove it... but my car didnt start even with the one new fuse... my lights and everything else work... its just when i go to turn the key it makes no noise, it just clicks once... i really need help... i'm lost... anyone?
08-31-2007 | 05:01 AM
#671
Member
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 71
pics
thanks man. i was hoping someone could help me out....here are some pics of my max....it is for sale if anyones interested...http://s212.photobucket.com/albums/cc288/95maxxedout/
08-31-2007 | 12:17 PM
#672
Originally Posted by Art's97i30
so i bought one of the battery fuses, since theres two, the 140 and the 75... i replaced the 75... but i couldnt find the 140 or even remove the old one.. i tried everything to try and remove it... but my car didnt start even with the one new fuse... my lights and everything else work... its just when i go to turn the key it makes no noise, it just clicks once... i really need help... i'm lost... anyone?
Working for AAA FTW...
08-31-2007 | 01:00 PM
#673
Member
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 52
From: Los Angeles, california
so even if the battery is new and my electronic stuff is working i would still need to jump the car? and can i jump it using an 04 4runners battery, NOT directly connected though, like how my bro did it before...
08-31-2007 | 03:21 PM
#674
Originally Posted by Art's97i30
so even if the battery is new and my electronic stuff is working i would still need to jump the car? and can i jump it using an 04 4runners battery, NOT directly connected though, like how my bro did it before...
08-31-2007 | 03:38 PM
#675
Member
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 52
From: Los Angeles, california
Originally Posted by mazzivart
That should be fine....if tow trucks can jumps civics then you should be fine.......positive cables in both positive towers on both batterys....ground the side near your car and the other ground on the 4runners battery
replaced the two fuses, the 75 A and the 140 A ones... tried to jump start it the proper way and nothing.. it makes no noise, i just hear one click when i turn the key, and thats it... could it be that starter, or somethin to do with the ignition? how could i check to see if its either?
08-31-2007 | 10:21 PM
#676
Should I fix it or trade it?
Just looking for some opinions. I have a 96 SE with about 100k miles and the water pump went out. Besides the water pump the car needs Lower control arms, Tie rods, sway bar end links, and new shocks/springs (the car has cut springs from the previous owner) Looks like to keep the car I am going to have to put a considerable amount of money into it to keep it going. The car is very clean in and out and the transmission was rebuilt a year ago and much fun to drive.
I am just trying to decide whether or not to put money into the car to keep it going or to just let her go and buy a later model. Any input?
I am just trying to decide whether or not to put money into the car to keep it going or to just let her go and buy a later model. Any input?
09-02-2007 | 04:39 PM
#678
Junior Member
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 17
Originally Posted by maxpeed96plat.
Check ur lower control arm bushings, use the free search tab above to find many references on this---good luck. May also be an upper strut mount, wheel bearing, springs- please b more descriptive of sound is it a clicking or is the rattling more of a creaking?
Edit: check this link for FSM downloadhttp://forums.maxima.org/showthread....58751&t=523663
Edit: check this link for FSM downloadhttp://forums.maxima.org/showthread....58751&t=523663
09-04-2007 | 09:22 AM
#680
Newbie - Just Registered
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 4
'07 Headrests- a pain in the neck
Hi, I have had an '07 SL for about 3 months. Fantastic car, but the headrests are angled forward so far (whiplash regulations, I suspect) that I get a neck ache on long drives. I now have a small pillow hanging off the headrest to hold my upper back out and avoid this. Is there a better solution? Has anyone tried bending back the headrest support rods?