Originally Posted by black_maxed95

hmmm...guess they are making a new site again.

Originally Posted by btbrown

I have recently started to use my heater and notice that it works only on 1,2, and 3. When it gets to 4 it just blows out the same as setting 3. I have also notice that if the car is cold I will hear a ticking sound when the heat is set to blow thru the top vents. When it is on the feet and top vents it does not tick as well as the main defrost. However on all the other settings I get that same ticking noise. Can anyone advise what is going on with both of these problems. I have searched the org but have not seen anything.

Thanks in advance.

Originally Posted by caseymaxima

Ok the Y pipe is done, but any other suggestions about the remainder of the exhaust?

Thanks,
Zack

Originally Posted by gen4maxima536

depends how much louder you want it. start listening to the exhaust clips, in the exhaust clip thread.
there is still the b-pipe and muffler you can swap out.

Originally Posted by caseymaxima

Ok thanks thus far everyone. NOw for the B pipe and muffler, I did read the FAQ Exhaust thread and and I don't want a loud exhaust at all. I know that the Budget Y pipe will be a bit louder, but that about as loud as I want to go. So what do you all reccomend for the B pipe and muffler? Where should I get it? Again I don't want to hurt performance, I just don't want it loud and I don't want to drop tons of cash.

Thanks,
Zack

Originally Posted by gen4maxima536

your going to want a b-pipe that has a resonator on it. then for a muffler is you want quiet, stick with stock or you could weld up a 5th gen muffler, would just need to trim the bumper a little to make it look good

Originally Posted by ROCKART

yea tires could definitely be an issue. they could be out of balance, or just have a flat spot from sitting too long in one place.
how long have you had the tires?
have you left the car sitting for a long period of time?

have you gotten them balanced?

do you feel a pulsing when you apply the brake gently?






you can get a brand new stainless Y pipe for 235 shipped to your door.

the place i would recommend is www.budgetexhaust.com

there are other options, warpspeed Y and cattman Y, but both of those have their drawbacks. i think the overall concensus on this site is that budget has the best product for the money.


however with these aftermarket y pipes, you will be removing your two forward cats, which will hurt your emissions before the car is fully warmed. i dunno what state youre in, but you will fail emissions testing unless you let your car warm up a good while before it is tested.

if you want just a stock Y pipe, you can get them for 100-150 shipped off from members here.
i might have one for sale in the next month as well.

Originally Posted by caseymaxima

Hi everyone,
I just spoke with a friend about the "BUdget brand" Y pipe and he thinks that I would be nuts to use a part that does not have the two factory cats. How big a deal is it in terms of a smog test? Here in NJ they don't use an exhaust probe, they only use the OBD II plug? Will the Budget Y pipe mess with the two o2 sensors? ANd also does it matter if my car is a CA or fed spec car in terms of getting the Budget Y pipe? I think I have a Federal spec car, but it's toooo cold outside to go check.


Thanks,
Zack

Originally Posted by cfiggs

hey im looking at buying a maxima an was wonder wether there was any difference between the 1995-1999 year for aftermarket parts and if anyone perfers a certain year....
also i was wonder what a good full exhaust would be with little to no modification i know the cattmans are excellent but i was looking for something a little cheaper


thanks casey

Originally Posted by caseymaxima

Hi everyone,
I just spoke with a friend about the "BUdget brand" Y pipe and he thinks that I would be nuts to use a part that does not have the two factory cats. How big a deal is it in terms of a smog test? Here in NJ they don't use an exhaust probe, they only use the OBD II plug? Will the Budget Y pipe mess with the two o2 sensors? ANd also does it matter if my car is a CA or fed spec car in terms of getting the Budget Y pipe? I think I have a Federal spec car, but it's toooo cold outside to go check.


Thanks,
Zack

Originally Posted by Bronx Borikua

I have a 1992 Maxima GXE my door locks from time to time wont open when I insert the key. The car is Power everything and I have had to enter through trunk to open the door. Once inside the car starts fine but power locks wont respond to key or door lock switch. what can be the p[roblem to this I am lost

Originally Posted by Cdg2125

you need to know if you're fed or cali. It's a different pipe. As long as your car is hot it will pass emissions. You're friend is wrong. Getting rid of the pre cats is what gives you more power.

Originally Posted by caseymaxima

Ok perfect then I will stick with the stock parts from the cat back, including the B-pipe and resonator. I guess I should give Napa a call? Is there anyplace else to get the stock exhaust that has good prices? Below is a link to a stock system that I found on Ebay for $125.00, any ideas on the ebay system? Is it trash? It seems like a good price?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/95-19...spagenameZWDVW

Zack

Originally Posted by caseymaxima

Bump on the Ebay exhaust? Do you think it is good or garbage?

Thanks,
Zack

Originally Posted by caseymaxima

Another noobbbbb question.. Lately the emergency brake has been sticking on my 96. It seems like it is locking up the drivers side rear wheel. It seems to only do this when very cold out side. I know that when it is cold and wet you should leave the brake off because the cable could freeze, but even when it is dry it still does it. I can notice that when it happens I can actually feel that the tension is gone from the emg brake handle, like it is very easy to pull. When you drive a bit (with the brake sticking) it will free up. Any ideas?

Thanks,
Zack

Originally Posted by caseymaxima

Hi everyone,
Another question on my 96 with 104,000 miles. I have noticed that the steering wheel will move or saw side to side a bit when you take your hands of the wheel (only at slow speeds of course). I would say that it is like a shaking, buit it is not a violent shaking at all. It seems to me that the alignment is ok, and the car tracks straight. It has never been in an accident. Any ideas as to what would cause the above issue?

Thanks,
Zack

Originally Posted by chrisdc

I have an AutoScanner that I am going to use to check out why my 'check engine' light is on on my 98 Maxima. Does anyone know where on the car this would plug into and how easy it is to reset the light?

Originally Posted by NmexMAX

I would say LCA bushings or, worst case, a new steering rack. Inspect the pieces in question, then post back.

Originally Posted by ROCKART

is your valve cover leaking? this is a likely cause of failing LCA bushings. oil drips on the bushings and in turn they collect sand and crap from the road and slowly grind themselves down.

Originally Posted by NmexMAX

Even more common is the PS fluid line leaking onto the bushing causing it to go out. If he were to do as I instructed (inspect pieces in question), he will have more information for us, thus not needing for us to be shooting blanks in the dark.

Originally Posted by ROCKART

its funny you say that.

on top of my valve cover seeping oil (minimal loss though, less then 1/4 qt in 3 months) my PS fluid is also seeping. i havent even bothered checking where yet tho, for now my priority is the valve cover gasket.

however my nissan tech had it up on the lift last weekend and mentioned the LCA bushings were dying and he recommended replacing them.

how is it the PS fluid is detroying them? is it corrosive to that material?
or is it the same reason regular motor oil is damaging - because it allows debris to collect in the joints?

Originally Posted by ROCKART

naw i put actual valvoline power steering fluid in

Originally Posted by austone

when turning the car makes a noise, coming from front end. replaced bushings, brakes, axles. Power steering fluid leak..not sure where coming from. Degreased engine (bottom as well) ..pressure washed..started car hour later and noticed ps fluid was bubbling out of reservoir cap. Is it the pump or something else?..no it was not overfilled..between hot and cold marks..forgot to say..drove it to test new axles..and then the car died after driving less than .5 mi. Would not restart..until jumped..would not hold charge. Did I wet something down I shouldn't of...why has it started no problem b4 and now dies while turning into driveway. BTW..this all happened in one day Thanks