View Poll Results: for people with 5th gens with over 75k only
I've had to have transmission work done
39
21.79%
I haven't had to have transmission work done.
140
78.21%
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Transmission poll
01-22-2007, 10:25 PM
#41
Looks like the poll is staying between 20%-30% having transmissions work.
Since I was a little hesistant to walk out of a junk yard with a transmission just to potentially do the install twice I opted to let them install it for $300 that way they could do the install twice. Called them up today to see if the work had been done and the transmission with 58K had no reverse.. So it's been shipped to the trans shop to be fixed. If I pay the difference between replacing the bad parts only and a complete rebuild (no labor costs parts only) I will be allowed a 12/12 warranty. Guess something good came out of buying a junk yard transmission.
Since I was a little hesistant to walk out of a junk yard with a transmission just to potentially do the install twice I opted to let them install it for $300 that way they could do the install twice. Called them up today to see if the work had been done and the transmission with 58K had no reverse.. So it's been shipped to the trans shop to be fixed. If I pay the difference between replacing the bad parts only and a complete rebuild (no labor costs parts only) I will be allowed a 12/12 warranty. Guess something good came out of buying a junk yard transmission.
01-22-2007, 11:25 PM
#43
Originally Posted by q45Owner
5K RPM (redlining) is asking for trouble if done regularly.
The most conservative theory calls for never pushing more than 3K RPM on your engine, difficult to adhere to.....
The most conservative theory calls for never pushing more than 3K RPM on your engine, difficult to adhere to.....
6500 RPM is a *VERY* conservative redline for the VQ30. The real redline would be between 7500-8000rpm. With upgraded valvesprings, the VQ30 will be happy at 8000 rpm. Using the old 4000fpm rule, the VQ30 doesn't start getting into trouble until 8300rpm. With upgraded rods, you could do 8500rpm.
The VQ35 on the other hand has a longer stroke and weak stock rod bolts. With ARP rod bolts, it can handle 7200rpm.
01-22-2007, 11:54 PM
#44
Junior Member
Join Date: Jan 2007
Posts: 8
have a problem
2000 maxima se auto ...106k
i haven't taken it in for tranny service but if i drive up the 'grapevine' mountain in CA, the tranny will drop me out of 4th gear. no engine light. then for the rest of the time, i'll be driving in 3rd gear. the dash does not report that i have the OD off. the only way i can 'reset it' is by exiting the freeway and turning off the engine...wait about 10-15 minutes...then restart it.
does anyone else have this problem or know someone who has?
i haven't taken it in for tranny service but if i drive up the 'grapevine' mountain in CA, the tranny will drop me out of 4th gear. no engine light. then for the rest of the time, i'll be driving in 3rd gear. the dash does not report that i have the OD off. the only way i can 'reset it' is by exiting the freeway and turning off the engine...wait about 10-15 minutes...then restart it.
does anyone else have this problem or know someone who has?
07-04-2007, 05:07 AM
#47
Before you install the tranny I would have any neccessary "improver" kits installed and the condition of tranny (clutches/bands etc) verifed. You may even wish to have the VB mod done while you are at it. If you decide to have a shift kit installed, make sure it is set up for your needs. A shift kit setup for drag racing is not much fun in daily driving.
07-04-2007, 09:13 AM
#48
2000 Max bone stock, 117,000 miles Auto. No Issues,I just installed a Tranny Cooler 3 days ago, Dumped in a bottle of Lube Gaurd and it feels fine so far, Though i would like info on the VB mod.
07-04-2007, 12:03 PM
#50
Originally Posted by Professor`
2000 Max bone stock, 117,000 miles Auto. No Issues,I just installed a Tranny Cooler 3 days ago, Dumped in a bottle of Lube Gaurd and it feels fine so far, Though i would like info on the VB mod.
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07-04-2007, 07:57 PM
#51
Originally Posted by Haterz
I'm planning a full review with a few pics on the RE4F04B-HD2 TransGo Nissan Reprogramming Kit (VB mod + tranny seals and springs), everything is installed on my new AE LSD Auto tranny and so far it has completely changed the cars drivetrain. One way to explain it is that it just goes into the next gear instantly, there is no banging into the next gear like with the drop resistor mod at low speed. The Reprogramming Kit also addresses the ring seals and a few springs in the trannys internals so the tranny was completey taken apart and rebuilt and using Amsoil ATF. Oh, the LSD is .
.I look forword to the review, keep me informed.
07-05-2007, 02:29 PM
#52
I bought my car with 62k miles and clutch pedal was a little hard but clutch grabbed, no leaks or anything. I took good care of my tranny as far as maintenance.
Changed my tranny oil maybe 4k miles after receiving car and had clutch changed to exedy stage 1. Also got a short throw shifter, got the SS clutch line, even got the TFT piece to stiffen movement on the shifter. I currently have 111k miles. NO ISSUES, knock on wood. I love my tranny. Even on my past 4th gen, I put a 5th gen tranny and had no issues. I've had a support rod break on me (dont ask how) and changed my clutch but my tranny has been fine.
Then again, i'm basically stock, just have a cone filter and a catback.
Changed my tranny oil maybe 4k miles after receiving car and had clutch changed to exedy stage 1. Also got a short throw shifter, got the SS clutch line, even got the TFT piece to stiffen movement on the shifter. I currently have 111k miles. NO ISSUES, knock on wood. I love my tranny. Even on my past 4th gen, I put a 5th gen tranny and had no issues. I've had a support rod break on me (dont ask how) and changed my clutch but my tranny has been fine.
Then again, i'm basically stock, just have a cone filter and a catback.
07-05-2007, 03:14 PM
#53
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Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Posts: 2,898
Originally Posted by Haterz
I'm planning a full review with a few pics on the RE4F04B-HD2 TransGo Nissan Reprogramming Kit (VB mod + tranny seals and springs), everything is installed on my new AE LSD Auto tranny and so far it has completely changed the cars drivetrain. One way to explain it is that it just goes into the next gear instantly, there is no banging into the next gear like with the drop resistor mod at low speed. The Reprogramming Kit also addresses the ring seals and a few springs in the trannys internals so the tranny was completey taken apart and rebuilt and using Amsoil ATF. Oh, the LSD is .
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07-09-2007, 08:45 AM
#55
Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2006
Posts: 171
Originally Posted by wyche89
2001 auto with 90,000 miles and my tranny is ok, but i noticed something and i'm not sure if it's normal. Sometimes when im accelerating hard, when the transmission shifts from 1st to 2nd gear at 5,000 rpms or above, it shifts kinda harshly... like you can feel whole car kinda jerk... is that normal?
p.s... it shifts smooth as butter when driving normally, and this high rpm jerk is only sometimes... i just got a tranny flush at about 83,000 miles too... normal?
p.s... it shifts smooth as butter when driving normally, and this high rpm jerk is only sometimes... i just got a tranny flush at about 83,000 miles too... normal?
07-09-2007, 01:53 PM
#57
Originally Posted by pyroz
does anyone know if this is serious? i am experiencing the same symptoms. On the highway when i try to pass, i step on the gas and it'll rev up until 4.5k-5k and then switch gear and get the pull. is this normal? i have 78k miles on a 2000 auto.
07-09-2007, 05:19 PM
#62
Originally Posted by pyroz
no, no CES light.
http://www.nissanhelp.com/Ownership/.../NTB04-035.htm
http://www.nissan-techinfo.com/nissa...RefNo=NTB04035
http://www.nissan-techinfo.com/nissa...RefNo=NTB00039
07-09-2007, 05:22 PM
#63
Originally Posted by Torgus
whats basically mean? only reason i ask as i'v seen this poll multiple times with many more responses in the 4th gen forums.
07-17-2007, 10:36 AM
#65
Junior Member
Join Date: Jul 2005
Posts: 77
2000 SE Autotragic (other car is clutch). Got car with 72K. Immediately did 3 drain and fills with 5 QTS each Valvoline AFT over 3K miles. Have 95K and it runs smoothly with no problems since getting car at 72K.
Will be doing 5 QT drain and fills every ~10K. I haven't dropped the pan or cleaned the magnets, but think the constant drain and fills will be enough for me.
Will be doing 5 QT drain and fills every ~10K. I haven't dropped the pan or cleaned the magnets, but think the constant drain and fills will be enough for me.
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