I LOVE this car !
10-02-2010 | 10:58 PM
#122
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if i had the mod list the 2 of you had id love my car more...but as is, its the best car ive ever owned (5th car so far).
worst car ever....94 probe GT, trasmission was slipping and when it shifted under spirited driving it would kick so hard it actually gave me whiplash.
the car in rochesters avatar handles better than a probe
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worst car ever....94 probe GT, trasmission was slipping and when it shifted under spirited driving it would kick so hard it actually gave me whiplash.
the car in rochesters avatar handles better than a probe
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10-02-2010 | 11:04 PM
#123
In other words, newbie here made a conscious effort to write in jive.
Wow. Can you just feel the pride?
10-03-2010 | 04:53 AM
#127
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I like my maxima as a daily driver and that is all.
As long as you remember that the maxima is simply a japanese 4 door sedan with a v6 you will be fine with it. when you start to think it's something it's not you run into what we see on the org allllll the time.
The problem on here is people throw money into their cars with 1200 tien coilovers, 800 cattman catbacks, 2000 on rims and tires etc. and have this idea the car is better then car X. etc. Then a few months later they get their dreams shattered when a stock bmw/merc/ford/subi etc. out handles and out speeds them. or an old gsr/dsm with a garage built turbo blows them out of the water. If they had taken that 4-5k they invested into the car they could have just used it as a down payment and got a MUCH nicer ride.
For instance the 7 years newer v6 mustang is faster, gets better mpg, and handles better then a 5th gen. would i want one? no. but this is a car 'newer' members will run against and be all butthurt about and complain on here that a boring ugly stock v6 rustang blew their doors off while getting better mpg when they have X mods and have spent X money.
repeat this to yourself and you will be ok and never come on here and *****: I drive a four door front wheel drive grocery getter with a na v6. my car is not a sports car. my car will never be a sports car. my car is not know for being fast, flashy, or popular. I drive a maxima and no matter when I do, or how much I spend I will still own a four door front wheel drive grocery getter with a v6 and I will never ***** about it to other people because they know the same.
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only on a maxima forum would someone say this.
As long as you remember that the maxima is simply a japanese 4 door sedan with a v6 you will be fine with it. when you start to think it's something it's not you run into what we see on the org allllll the time.
The problem on here is people throw money into their cars with 1200 tien coilovers, 800 cattman catbacks, 2000 on rims and tires etc. and have this idea the car is better then car X. etc. Then a few months later they get their dreams shattered when a stock bmw/merc/ford/subi etc. out handles and out speeds them. or an old gsr/dsm with a garage built turbo blows them out of the water. If they had taken that 4-5k they invested into the car they could have just used it as a down payment and got a MUCH nicer ride.
For instance the 7 years newer v6 mustang is faster, gets better mpg, and handles better then a 5th gen. would i want one? no. but this is a car 'newer' members will run against and be all butthurt about and complain on here that a boring ugly stock v6 rustang blew their doors off while getting better mpg when they have X mods and have spent X money.
repeat this to yourself and you will be ok and never come on here and *****: I drive a four door front wheel drive grocery getter with a na v6. my car is not a sports car. my car will never be a sports car. my car is not know for being fast, flashy, or popular. I drive a maxima and no matter when I do, or how much I spend I will still own a four door front wheel drive grocery getter with a v6 and I will never ***** about it to other people because they know the same.
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I love my Max as well, but mostly because it's been so reliable. In the 55k miles I've driven it, I've only had to replace a power window motor and a high pressure ps hose. Although I do think my tie rod ends are shot now. Actually, the 3 Maximas I've owned have all been just as reliable which is why I keep coming back to them. There are a few things I'd really have liked on this car such as IRS, a better turning radius, HLSD which is not on mine, etc.
A few weeks ago I had the chance to drive my sister's new '08 Bmw M3 6 speed sedan. It was a very nice car but honestly after my admittedly short test drive I came away with an indifferent opinion on it. It has a 414hp V8, but it doesn't hit that number until 100 rpms before it's way high 8400 rpm redline so that would be useless to anyone not racing it on the track or driving the **** out of it. In the city it felt only a little quicker than my 100k mile Maxima, which is surprising. It felt like a V6 to me. The 335i I had driven before felt much quicker, and with a lot more low end torque. The brakes and handling of course blew those of my old Maxima away.
I almost didn't want to drive the M3, as I was sure it would thoroughly depress me about my old car. I figured after driving a car with over 400hp mine would feel like a Corolla next to it. The funny thing is I came away with a new appreciation of just how nice of a car a 5.5 gen. Maxima is for the money. Even at over 100k miles the power is as good as ever, and honestly didn't feel much slower than the M3 in the city. On the highway the M would kill the Maxima but that doesn't concern me as all my driving is in town. Honestly my Maxima felt like a more torquey engine in town.
In the end I thought about the $45k+ she had to spend on the M3, and the resulting $600-700 a month car payments and I was quite happy to get back to my nice old fast, reliable Maxima that is now setting me back a cool $0 each month on payments.
A few weeks ago I had the chance to drive my sister's new '08 Bmw M3 6 speed sedan. It was a very nice car but honestly after my admittedly short test drive I came away with an indifferent opinion on it. It has a 414hp V8, but it doesn't hit that number until 100 rpms before it's way high 8400 rpm redline so that would be useless to anyone not racing it on the track or driving the **** out of it. In the city it felt only a little quicker than my 100k mile Maxima, which is surprising. It felt like a V6 to me. The 335i I had driven before felt much quicker, and with a lot more low end torque. The brakes and handling of course blew those of my old Maxima away.
I almost didn't want to drive the M3, as I was sure it would thoroughly depress me about my old car. I figured after driving a car with over 400hp mine would feel like a Corolla next to it. The funny thing is I came away with a new appreciation of just how nice of a car a 5.5 gen. Maxima is for the money. Even at over 100k miles the power is as good as ever, and honestly didn't feel much slower than the M3 in the city. On the highway the M would kill the Maxima but that doesn't concern me as all my driving is in town. Honestly my Maxima felt like a more torquey engine in town.
In the end I thought about the $45k+ she had to spend on the M3, and the resulting $600-700 a month car payments and I was quite happy to get back to my nice old fast, reliable Maxima that is now setting me back a cool $0 each month on payments.
Last edited by AMaxima2Envy; 10-03-2010 at 05:05 AM.
10-03-2010 | 07:26 AM
#128
As long as you remember that the maxima is simply a japanese 4 door sedan with a v6 you will be fine with it. when you start to think it's something it's not you run into what we see on the org allllll the time.
The problem on here is people throw money into their cars with 1200 tien coilovers, 800 cattman catbacks, 2000 on rims and tires etc. and have this idea the car is better then car X. etc...
The problem on here is people throw money into their cars with 1200 tien coilovers, 800 cattman catbacks, 2000 on rims and tires etc. and have this idea the car is better then car X. etc...
So good luck with that. And, um... get used to disappointment.
10-03-2010 | 10:07 AM
#130
It was just too much car. Didn't feel like you can ever relax. And the cornering required driving skills Jim Rockford would envy. The interior was crude, and the exterior panels (trunk, doors, fenders, etc.) all lacked a design refinement that you come to expect with a modern car.
The Mustang is a true throwback, including all the negative connotations that entails. Crazy sick fast in a straight line, but there's so much more I want out of a car. Speed isn't everything.
I had high expectations, which were met in some respects, but failed in the final analysis. I mean, that's why we test drive, right?
There's some yahoo in the Other Cars forum who seems to be taking it personally that I prefer the G37 over the Mustang.
The Mustang is a true throwback, including all the negative connotations that entails. Crazy sick fast in a straight line, but there's so much more I want out of a car. Speed isn't everything.
I had high expectations, which were met in some respects, but failed in the final analysis. I mean, that's why we test drive, right?
There's some yahoo in the Other Cars forum who seems to be taking it personally that I prefer the G37 over the Mustang.
The worst problem with the max is the CLUTCH not the shifter. The shifter feels great once you get it set up right. You just can't get rid of the mile long clutch travel... its horrible compared to my 87 mustang or 02 rsx type s.
2nd worst problem with the max is.........
I have been working 80 hours a week when will I have time to work on my GD car!!
10-03-2010 | 10:32 AM
#131
I like my maxima as a daily driver and that is all.
As long as you remember that the maxima is simply a japanese 4 door sedan with a v6 you will be fine with it. when you start to think it's something it's not you run into what we see on the org allllll the time.
The problem on here is people throw money into their cars with 1200 tien coilovers, 800 cattman catbacks, 2000 on rims and tires etc. and have this idea the car is better then car X. etc. Then a few months later they get their dreams shattered when a stock bmw/merc/ford/subi etc. out handles and out speeds them. or an old gsr/dsm with a garage built turbo blows them out of the water. If they had taken that 4-5k they invested into the car they could have just used it as a down payment and got a MUCH nicer ride.
For instance the 7 years newer v6 mustang is faster, gets better mpg, and handles better then a 5th gen. would i want one? no. but this is a car 'newer' members will run against and be all butthurt about and complain on here that a boring ugly stock v6 rustang blew their doors off while getting better mpg when they have X mods and have spent X money.
repeat this to yourself and you will be ok and never come on here and *****: I drive a four door front wheel drive grocery getter with a na v6. my car is not a sports car. my car will never be a sports car. my car is not know for being fast, flashy, or popular. I drive a maxima and no matter when I do, or how much I spend I will still own a four door front wheel drive grocery getter with a v6 and I will never ***** about it to other people because they know the same.
edit:
only on a maxima forum would someone say this.
As long as you remember that the maxima is simply a japanese 4 door sedan with a v6 you will be fine with it. when you start to think it's something it's not you run into what we see on the org allllll the time.
The problem on here is people throw money into their cars with 1200 tien coilovers, 800 cattman catbacks, 2000 on rims and tires etc. and have this idea the car is better then car X. etc. Then a few months later they get their dreams shattered when a stock bmw/merc/ford/subi etc. out handles and out speeds them. or an old gsr/dsm with a garage built turbo blows them out of the water. If they had taken that 4-5k they invested into the car they could have just used it as a down payment and got a MUCH nicer ride.
For instance the 7 years newer v6 mustang is faster, gets better mpg, and handles better then a 5th gen. would i want one? no. but this is a car 'newer' members will run against and be all butthurt about and complain on here that a boring ugly stock v6 rustang blew their doors off while getting better mpg when they have X mods and have spent X money.
repeat this to yourself and you will be ok and never come on here and *****: I drive a four door front wheel drive grocery getter with a na v6. my car is not a sports car. my car will never be a sports car. my car is not know for being fast, flashy, or popular. I drive a maxima and no matter when I do, or how much I spend I will still own a four door front wheel drive grocery getter with a v6 and I will never ***** about it to other people because they know the same.
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only on a maxima forum would someone say this.
Also, insurance would be much higher.
There will always be faster cars no matter what you buy. Personally I am fully aware that there may be some factory cars capable of being able to go faster around a corner or in a straight line. Thing is though, I'm not comparing my car to any of them because it doesn't matter. I love this car because of what it delivers.
I know the attitude you speak of but I don't really see many threads on here about people complaining about getting beat by faster cars. Most people are pretty realistic and enjoy modifying their cars to suit their own needs.
10-03-2010 | 10:47 AM
#132
I'm not shy about changing my mind after learning something new.
My prediction, based on what I know about the OP, is that he's not done. Next Spring:
- Clutch
- Flywheel
- BBK
- Wheels
Last edited by Rochester; 10-03-2010 at 11:02 AM.
10-03-2010 | 12:26 PM
#133
That's very possible. I was basing my mustang opinion on reviews, not having a chance yet to drive the new GT 5.0 6MT, particularly with the 3.73 rear end. Now that I have... well, there it is.
I'm not shy about changing my mind after learning something new.
This is true. The pedal is limp, with lots of travel. There are worse out there, but there are better set-ups, too. My guess is that an aftermarket clutch would address this.
My prediction, based on what I know about the OP, is that he's not done. Next Spring:
I'm not shy about changing my mind after learning something new.
This is true. The pedal is limp, with lots of travel. There are worse out there, but there are better set-ups, too. My guess is that an aftermarket clutch would address this.
My prediction, based on what I know about the OP, is that he's not done. Next Spring:
- Clutch
- Flywheel
- BBK
- Wheels
Wheels, yeah I just can't decide whether to go full function light 17 with no bling or go for a little style with some light 18s.
17" - Enkei RPF1s
18" - Volk RE30 in mercury silver.
BBK....Maybe just the 6th gen one. Unless I can find a smokin deal on a wilwood kit.
Maybe some paintwork if I so desire.
10-03-2010 | 06:46 PM
#134
This is true. The pedal is limp, with lots of travel. There are worse out there, but there are better set-ups, too. My guess is that an aftermarket clutch would address this.
My prediction, based on what I know about the OP, is that he's not done. Next Spring:
My prediction, based on what I know about the OP, is that he's not done. Next Spring:
- Clutch
- Flywheel
- BBK
- Wheels
If I'm wrong someone point me right towards what I need to fix that awful clutch travel.
10-04-2010 | 06:43 AM
#135
It would be pretty cool if there were a way to have the pedal travel reduced.
10-04-2010 | 06:55 AM
#137
wha?? dude i owned a badass 94pgt for 7yrs and it was one of the best all around cheap sports cars i ever drove. 4wheel independent, smooth 24v V6 enigne, strong short 5spd trans and sweet handling, braking, looks..i had mine up to 140 once (no Bs) and btw if your trans is SLIPPING how is it BANGING into gear? if it slips the revs go up and the trans doesnt engage. If it bangs the rpm's drop and the whole motor/trans jerk violently. Funny been driving an MR2 turbo for years and still miss that dam ProbeGT
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10-04-2010 | 08:58 AM
#138
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Joined: Jun 2010
Posts: 183
From: Upper Darby, Pennsylvania
Most drivers think that the pedal in the Maxima needs to drop alot further than it actually does. You should only be dropping it about 1/3 of the way to the floor, which in turn, is about the same as any other car on the planet. Remember, this is to the point of engaging, not to the furthest depths of the earth.
10-04-2010 | 10:18 AM
#139
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You can't really do anything about how far the clutch pedal travels, but you can adjust where it engages.
With the clutchmasters stage 4 I am using, the pedal is 2-3x stiffer than stock (when close to the engagement point), a little more than stock for most of the travel towards the floor, and I have it adjusted so it engages right off the floor. The feel of the engagement point is VERY obvious due to the increased effort and was a welcome change from the stock pedal feel.
Regardless, nothing can make the shifter feel any better. Even the 30k mile 6-speed that I have now feels just as clunky as the 140k mile one that got replaced. Thankfully after plenty of practice I can still shift it fast at the track and we don't have any kind of built in clutch delay like the acura TL 6-speeds do.
With the clutchmasters stage 4 I am using, the pedal is 2-3x stiffer than stock (when close to the engagement point), a little more than stock for most of the travel towards the floor, and I have it adjusted so it engages right off the floor. The feel of the engagement point is VERY obvious due to the increased effort and was a welcome change from the stock pedal feel.
Regardless, nothing can make the shifter feel any better. Even the 30k mile 6-speed that I have now feels just as clunky as the 140k mile one that got replaced. Thankfully after plenty of practice I can still shift it fast at the track and we don't have any kind of built in clutch delay like the acura TL 6-speeds do.
10-04-2010 | 04:37 PM
#141
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The clutch stage doesn't matter so much as the pressure plate. See what pressure plate comes with that clutch kit and you have your answer. Most of the stage 1 kits come with a stock-feeling PP.
10-05-2010 | 12:37 PM
#144
I am looking at a Spec Stage 1 Clutch and Spec Flywheel...Heard anything about these Ray? From what I have read all things seem to be positive.
10-05-2010 | 02:56 PM
#145
to be honest, if I were to do the clutch again I would go with the stage one bully clutch. It's a dual friction disc. One side is kevlar (pp) and the other is organic (fw). It's what Vic simone uses in his spec v race car. He has beaten the crap out of that thing and still going strong after 4 years.
And they are made in Canada
And they are made in Canada
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