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SE 3.5L 4x4
Congrats , 4x4 plus the 3.5 that sounds like a really nice rig!Pathyj1 wrote: ↑Sun Jan 02, 2022 6:18 pmSE 3.5L 4x4
Southern California car so very little rust.
Interior is clean for its age.
Fading exterior to be expected.
I believe all stock and no accidents.
Uh… but I can’t seem to figure out how to post pics. I’m trying with my phone and my pics are apparently too large. I see a thread mentioning Photobucket but I assume that’s outdated. Tips?
Except the occasional seal there is very little that goes wrong with these.
I know valve cover gaskets universally need replacement. What other seals should I watch out for on these Nissans?
I’ve done ATF “exchanges” on other cars where I drain plus run the engine and remove old fluid from the ATF cooler. This is what I consider the “careful method” as opposed to a flush. Is this appropriate for this car too? Mobil 1 Multi-Vehicle ATF ok?
If it’s an all-metal radiator, a radiator replacement will probably be lower on the priority list. But for the coolant would Zerex Asian Blue be ok (which they say is good for Nissan)? I’ve used the Red on my Toyota and I’m trying to stay consistent with my fluid brands across my multiple cars.
Thanks. Unless I hear/see the wheel wells sitting on the tires, this too will be lower on the priority list! Though I’d love to be working on cars every day, I typically get only one day a month.
1) Just be sure you refil so it never runs dryPathyj1 wrote: ↑Sun Jan 02, 2022 9:16 pmI know valve cover gaskets universally need replacement. What other seals should I watch out for on these Nissans?
1) I’ve done ATF “exchanges” on other cars where I drain plus run the engine and remove old fluid from the ATF cooler. This is what I consider the “careful method” as opposed to a flush. Is this appropriate for this car too? Mobil 1 Multi-Vehicle ATF ok?
2)If it’s an all-metal radiator, a radiator replacement will probably be lower on the priority list. But for the coolant would Zerex Asian Blue be ok (which they say is good for Nissan)? I’ve used the Red on my Toyota and I’m trying to stay consistent with my fluid brands across my multiple cars.
3) Thanks. Unless I hear/see the wheel wells sitting on the tires, this too will be lower on the priority list! Though I’d love to be working on cars every day, I typically get only one day a month.
Green and blue are completely interchangeable (and completely miscible if you happen to like turquoise). You just can't mix orange with either one, that literally makes jello.
+1!
FYI, so far I have slowly done the following. I should note that this car is not registered nor insured yet, so I've been having to cautiously test drive this around the neighborhood where minimal cars and cops are on the road!smj999smj wrote: ↑Sun Jan 23, 2022 8:59 am...My personal favorite is Valvoline Maxlife ATF...
...There was a recall on these a few years ago for corrosion at the bottom of the front strut towers...
...Variable intake timing, oxygen sensor and air flow meter codes were not uncommon...
...As far as mechanical problems, leaks at the engine oil cooler "O" seal were not uncommon...
...there were a few that had the screws in the power valves come loose and fall into the engine...
...Another common issue was the bushings splitting in the rear suspension upper and lower links, which would cause the back end of the vehicle to wander at highway speeds.