Basic Engine Question - 89 Maxima SE (pics)
#1
Basic Engine Question - 89 Maxima SE (pics)
Well, my mothers' beloved 89 Max finally did something it hasn't done it all its years; overheat. Upon pulling off the highway (Atlanta's 285, figures) she found a frozen pipe, and one cracked pipe. We're in the process of replacing the pipe that was cracked (Radiator -> Engine) and very curious about the frozen bits. I know after seeing the mileage, everyone will want me to replace her car, but she's refused everything i've tried to get her. So the car stays : )
anyway, pics below, any advice on possible problems? comments at all? All appreciated and welcomed : )
Just under 400,000 miles, replaced transmission at 290,000, keep it extremely well maintained.
Large: http://people.atl.mediaone.net/midoriryu/mileage.jpg
The hose that is being replaced as we speak (not pictured, but if you know about engines, i'm sure you'll notice the two bare valves.
Large:http://people.atl.mediaone.net/midoriryu/hose.jpg
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The frozen bit was the aluminum piece immediately to the left of the oil dipstick. According to mom, it was pretty well coated, and solid ice at that.
Large:http://people.atl.mediaone.net/midoriryu/frozen.jpg
so, advice? ideas? possible fixes?
anyway, pics below, any advice on possible problems? comments at all? All appreciated and welcomed : )
Just under 400,000 miles, replaced transmission at 290,000, keep it extremely well maintained.
Large: http://people.atl.mediaone.net/midoriryu/mileage.jpg
The hose that is being replaced as we speak (not pictured, but if you know about engines, i'm sure you'll notice the two bare valves.
Large:http://people.atl.mediaone.net/midoriryu/hose.jpg
*Image over the 50KB Limit, please click link below for picture*
The frozen bit was the aluminum piece immediately to the left of the oil dipstick. According to mom, it was pretty well coated, and solid ice at that.
Large:http://people.atl.mediaone.net/midoriryu/frozen.jpg
so, advice? ideas? possible fixes?
#6
Originally posted by MaxedOut97SE
The VG is one of the most reliable engines ever made....they will literally outlast the rest of the car....I wonder if the VQ is that reliable...
The VG is one of the most reliable engines ever made....they will literally outlast the rest of the car....I wonder if the VQ is that reliable...
#8
Originally posted by NickStam
i hope mine lasts that long.
i hope mine lasts that long.
I think the VQ is just as reliable. If there is 1 thing Nissan can do right, it is make amazing engines. I've driven some VQs with 160k + and they've all ran like new. Can't tell that the car has so much miles.
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