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Dano
beaulier: You have to remove the plate you mention to replace the oil filter. Takes a little more time to do but once off, very easy access to drain plug and filter.
Answers to some questions like these can be found in the PF FAQ forum.
Tom
I just read a post that Nissan is going to put out a tech. bulletin on this and have varying recommendations based on tires. Does someone have the complete story on this issue? Thanks.
Dano
I am considering going to Mobil 1 tri-synthetic ... just a question of when!
TIA
I also have the Dunlop M&S tires on my new PF SE, 2wdr. I checked pressure on delivery and the dealer filled the tires up to near capacity (48-49 psi), so I don't know where the 26 psi recommended pressure comes from, but that seems pretty low for these tires even with the vehicle unloaded. Anybody else have any thoughts on the optimum pressure?
Also, based on previous posts, I guess I'll go with premium (91 octane) fuel. In for a penny in for a pound.
BTW, anyone figured how to remove the antenna. The smallest open-end wrench I have, 8mm, is too large. Seems like kind of a pain to have to use a tool to remove and reassemble every time you go to a car wash. On the other hand, I guess if that's my biggest complaint, I'll be happy.
LP
TOPIC: Tues., May 29th "Cell phones: are hand-held bans enough?"
I rented a Bobcat from NationsRent and used the Pathy to tow it. Not sure what it weights + the trailer but I had absolutely no trouble. I don't have any aux brakes so the Pathy handled it alone. Plenty of torque and no one had to follow the slow poke! I notice a little sagging but with air lifts or other would correct. The expression of the guy at NationsRent was worth it all. He asked, are you sure it will tow it. All I could do was try. I don't recommend turning your Pathy into the "work truck" but if you have to haul something heavy it will handle it!
Dano
What is the maximum size for a roof top carrier? I noticed several sizes from 12 cubic feet to 20+ cubic feet. Samsonite even lists to check with the specs for your vehicle before purchasing. I've not looked in the book cause I knew the easy way was to post it here.
Thanks,
Dano
Just looked at it today and noticed scuff marks on paint at front of hood. It was caused by the bug guard not being properly supported by the stick-on rubber nipples. Dealer used a total of 4 but located 2 on each side near outside of hood; centre of hood got not nipples!
Darn my luck. What can I do now?
TIA
Sorry to ask so many questions, but it seems that each time I decided on a Sequoia, someone post a problem with their rig. This is unacceptable for a $40K vehicle. Hopefully someone can help me with my questions on the LE model.
1. Can you change LE's shocks to an aftermarket shocks?
2. Can you install airlift on an LE?
3. Does LE comes with transmission cooler?
These are the only issues I have with the parthfinder because I am concerned on bottoming out since I will be towing a 21' travel trailer with a 420 lbs. tongue weight 8 times per year; If all of these can be done, the parthfinder may be my next vehicle.
Thanks for any help
Max
The answer to your questions is YES. Although I have not done any of these changes I have seen other post here discussing these options. There is a link, I'll have to find it for a company called AirLift. You might have heard of it.
Found it, http://www.airliftcompany.com/indexAL.htm
The trans cooler is an option for the Pathy, not standard. The tongue weight id 500lbs. and the max load is 5000lbs.
Good luck.
Dano
heat exchangers. Good luck!!
Thanks,
Dano
The manifold on the driver's side had a leak last year that was covered by warranty. Then just last week, the passenger side manifold started leaking and I had to pick up the tab. I can't believe I'm the only PF to have manifold problems. Stan in San Diego
How are you all doing?
As usual I have been doing my silent reading on and off.
Please advice me on the type of OIL FILTER I will need. please state all the part #I of the manufactures.
2) Also when do I switch from 5W30 to 10W30?.
3) When is it ok to use synthetic oil?.
Thank you all in advance.
pondfull5.
Check out my FAQ for a discussion on oil filters. We went around and around with this a few months ago, and so far I don't have any new information.
--Howie
Try http://www.4x4parts.com forum, there are many older model owners that can offer some help.
Good luck
Always a nice feeling to see these results if you own one... I guess the survey were sent to us satisfied owners!!!!
Great, smooth, quiet, tight, powerful. Great feature, auto headlight, now standard on SE. Also now std. is mode switch for temp display get F or C. Sound is awesome, my inside mirror quivered all the way home.
Downside; seats not quite as comfortable as I'd like, LED and "green" display lights hard to see in daylight especially on audio controls. Wind noise from roof rack at speed, but I got used to it, under 60 or so no prob. Really seemed to go through gas but manual shows 20 7/8 gal capacity, at 1/4 tank on gauge could only fill about 11-12 gallons ($22-24 worth of 91/93 octane). When I got home flasher/beep signal no longer worked when locking.
Really BAD news, US Customs at Detroit insisted on charging duty on all taxes and fees paid instead of basic cost of vehicle and freight. Am fighting this because of impact on state sales taxes. Will post info on result when known.
Sent Jon some other info to post in his FAQ or E mail packet for interested potential Canada buyers. Saved $4-$5K over US, will pay for insurance, property tax for a couple of years and sales tax, buy 91 octane for a while.
I'm jealous about the temp display to get F or C (I have the previous version which I have to cut a ground wire-but shouldn't be a problem). Try turning the instrument display "wheel" to the locked position (turn all the way until it locks-forgot which direction).
Don't know if this is any comfort, but I had to pay duty on the tax as well (port of entry through Vancouver). I have to agree about the seats even though its 8-way power. Maybe because I don't fill the entire seat :-). As for the gas, most I was able to fill was 17 gal but I have yet to run below "E". Also, I've seen mileage increasing, getting just under 20mpg on hwy.
Currently working on getting the odo/speedo replaced. Price was $251+tax. Will post results.
Again, congrats and welcome to the PF board. Do share your experiences, good or bad.
Happy Pathfinding...
The 26 psi comes from Nissan. It is on a plaque that is in the driver's side door jam. When I saw the max. pressure on the tire and checked my pressure, it was around 26 psi. I pressed up the tire to around 48, since I thought that 26 was too low. Anyway, Dunlop told me to go back to 26.
I asked my dealer about it and the service manager said it should be between 26 and 30. The thing that bothers me is that I have always understood that it was best to have the tires inflated to about the maximum pressure to prevent overheating and I have never seen the recommended pressure 50% less than maximum. This is one of the disagreements between Firestone and Ford because Ford lowered the tire pressures on the Explorer.
Just can't get myself to go below 30 on pressure for some of the same old habits/biases about pressure you describe. Gues I'll settle around 35 unloaded--don't want Explorer issues.
Anyone have any advice on best tool for removing manual antenna for car washes without marring or scratching the lock nut? Thanks.
LP
oil consumption. 10w30 oil is good from 0 F and higher. 5W-30 is good from -20 F and higher. The weight depends on where you live.
Steve
Tom
Well, I brought my PF in today and they could NOT buff out the scuff marks caused by the deflector. Marks are sorta hidden by the deflector though but I know they're there!
Darn it! Other than repainting, what else can this unhappy PF owner do? Darn truck is only 2 months old!
I test drove the PF last week. It blew away the xterra. The dealer gave us the keys and told us to have fun... we really put the PF to the test. It was raining so we took it to a parking lot and tried all kinds of moves. Can't wait to get one. I really had my heart set on a navy blue SUV. The PF only comes in a blue that is way to light for me. I might go for the Black or Green. Well if anyone has any more tips for going to Canada please let me know.
My Nissan dealer installed it and assured me there would be no warranty voidage (actually wrote it on the invoice). It doesn't involve the engine management system or result in any compression changes (like a chip or a supercharger). I noticed a very significant improvement in acceleration (particularly high revs), better gas mileage (highway) and more NOISE. It sounded great from the outside and inside on acceleration, but it was definitely louder and the "drone" eventually got on my nerves.
If you don't mind the noise (particularly the resonation or drone), then I would say it is worth it. I've heard that Stillen no longer sells the kit for 99.5-2000. You may want to confirm that.
The problem is that the actual price to fix the scuff marks is small so they really don't care. If you went the legal route (I don't know if it is worth it) is in small claims court. Get an estimate from a body shop.
Again, sorry to hear about your issue. This is why NO ONE is doing service or anything on my truck except for me.
Good luck!
It's been a while since I've looked forward to a summer of driving like I'm looking forward to this one!
2) Options (if any)I. recommend Sun roof def.
3) Freight (about $980.00 Canadian).
4) Federal air condition tax ($100.00Can.).
5) Offer to pay the dealer $150-$200 Can. to
drive you to the US/CA. boarder to exchange
the paper work for your new baby.
( his car and your PF.).
6) Frankly you and the dealer don't have to
do item #5, but due to some minor US/CA
import/export laws and that's why.
7) By doing the above you also avoid paying
both Can. taxes, the G.S.T and the sales
tax.
8) So at the boarder all the US Customs will
will charge is the total purchase price
of your Baby. Of which is 2.5% of the
amount.
9) Don't forget to include the $15.00 Can.
transfer tax.
10) You must insist of not paying for item
# 7. After all you don't live in
Canada.
11) I bought mine in Ottawa. If you need further help contact
me.
As I have said before, it was an adventure.
pondfull5.
You can save a lot of money by getting a firm quote from dealer but ask for a "window" on the price (say 2 weeks). Watch for the exchange rate quote (Accu-rate.ca) and be ready to confirm with them via bank draft when the exchange rate is most favorably trending, then call dealer to write bill of sale. Accu-rate has a "gold" account rate for large transactions, over $10K I think that will cost about 1% less than rate shown on their web site. Call Marie Boivin at 800 278 1578 and she will handle smooth and easy. If I was doing this again I would just tell her to tell me when to do the deal (make the exchange).
When I went to MVR to license and title they needed proof of exchange rate on the date on the sales contract. They wanted a fax from bank documenting this info. Suggest a personal trip to your local MVR to find out what they need and how they base sales tax, etc before committing to purchase. Happy to furnish any info, see Email on my profile.
1 coat of Show car glaze, 2 coats of #26 Yellow wax, Back to Black on trim, Mother's Endurance on tires, 2 washes (first), 3 or 4window washes, 7 or 8 hours and my Pathfinder looks like a show car.
One final note, then I will shut up, someone posted about installing a honeycomb grid behind front bumper to protect rads, please post a number, I think this protection will look and do good.