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They are Akuta (Japanese) & I was quoted an e-mail price of $129 each.
Results: Starting at 10/32nd the Dunlops when removed showed 7/32nd in the center and 3/32nd on the outsides. The Michelins again starting at 10/32nd after 9,300 miles sofar show 7/32nd in the center and 8/32nd on the outsides. I prefer the Michelins they just 'feel' better. The tire pressure has been dropped to 28 PSI which may be the optimum pressure in my case.
I think I'm going to add a SIRIUS system this weekend (I have a panasonic FM Modulator setup on order) and was wanting to hear any comments you guys might have.
For anyone who has done any additions to the Bose sytem in a 2001 (or 02, 03) - can anyone tell me if there is any AUXILARY INPUTS on the Bose/Clarion head unit?
I would assume that the 6 disc in dash cd changer uses a set of auxilary inputs - hopefully there is a 2nd set of inputs somewhere - this will make it easier to connect - not to mention the better sound versus the fm modulator route.
Thnaks for any help!
Do I wish it was half that price? Sure. But I don't mind working on vehicles and at today's shop rates I know it will pay off eventually.
Jon
I have a 2001 SE Black Pathfinder with Titanium Bumpers. I checked ebay and a few other websites but I didn't see anything stating the color. Anyone know where I could look on the web or is it just easier to have the dealer order me the part with right color?
Thanks
Previously owned a 2001 PF LE and I simply loved it - loved it sooo much that I decided to give myself an early birthday present this year - a 2003 PF LE
Got a real good deal (just UNDER Invoice) and got what I wanted in Trade on my 2001 - so I said why not. The Internet salesman that I dealt with was awesome! He needed one more sale for the Month of March and he pretty much did everything he could to make me the last one - I came in with a price I was willing to pay and he beat it - so I can't complain.
Went from a 2001 Sierra Silver LE to a 2003 Polished Pewter LE and I'm really happy to continue to call myself a PF owner!
I pick it up in the morning - and I probably won't be able to sleep tonight now
I was originally going to wait for the Armada - but decided that I probably didn't need all that extra space and seating that it will offer (when available) and I'm quite happy with the PF the way it is now.
Just wanted to share my thoughts....
Or is the feature built in to the PF standard now? Or is it done away with completely?
Just curious - I didn't see it on the edmunds "price with options" as a choice - and the dealer wasn't sure either.
Thanks
I hate seeing those scrapes and cuts on the bumper. I have to make a decision about what I am going to do.
I looked at the new 4Runners, the Murano, Explorer Sport Trac, Frontier, and even considered a Maxima (for better fuel mileage).
I didn't owe much on my 2001 PF LE at all - I put a HUGE down payment on it when I bought it back in December of 2000.
It was just about to go out of warranty (just under 36k miles) - it also needed new tires (well, eventually, probably in the next year anyway). It also had a couple interior problems/defects (tear in the leather on one of the seats) and numerous scratches that always bugged me.
But, the main reason I traded in a 2001 for a 2003 is this:
I refinanced my original loan on the 2001 PF a few months ago. My wife and I had some major credit card debt and a couple other loans that we were paying high interest on and we decided to take the equity out on the Pathfinder and refinance for what we owed in other debts and what little we owed on the PF.
Thus making it seem like we only owed on a brand new vehicle (that was 2 years old) and no longer were paying 16-20% APR on the other debts.
This made our payments jump quite a bit (of course) and then I started to realize that I could get a brand new truck for pretty much what we were paying on the 2001.
The orginal loan amount was 6.5%, when I refinanced I got it down to 5.75%, and then on my 2003 (that I pick up in a couple hours( - my % rate (from Nissan) is 3.9% (+ $1000 rebate).
So, I have nearly cute my rate in half (not quite - but close) and this helped in making the decision to do what I did as well.
I am probably crazy - but I am happy with my decision and the finacial issue is exactly the same (as far as I am concerned) and I get a new car out of the deal.
I can't wait to get my Polished Pewter baby home today.
Note: I'l do some more checking on the Limited Slip issue also.
The payments went up - a little - not too much at all really (about $78) and the loan term is 60 months (versus 48 on the previous loan).
Sure, I'm paying more for the vehicle (2003) than I was for the 2001, but I like my situation.
16K for trade in?? I never said that either....
Try $21K ($20k actual vehicle - $1k for the additional options/accessories that I installed myself, you name it, it was on my 2001 LE).
I also got the Nissan extended warranty (60 thousand miles) and I was able to negotiate the price of the warranty from $1095.00 to $795.00, and included it in the finacing as well.
No document fees, etc paid to the dealer either. Oh - and I was able to get a free Front Bug deflector this morning when I went in to pick it up because it wasn't ready when I told them I would be there - I didn't even ask - they asked me...it was installed and everything for free within 30 minutes.
Overall - very happy with the 2003, so far.
I'm a numbers guy - and I understand what you are saying.
When I bought the 2001 LE -I emailed about 30 different dealers in the Baltimore, MD area - telling them exactly what I wanted on it, what color, and exactly what I would pay (out the door). 29 dealers said "No way", but 1 dealer (Tischer Acura/Nissan) replied back saying "We have it - and we can do the price, when will you be in?" I purchased the next day.
With this loan/deal, I simply feel better having a warranty for the next 5 years while I'm making such a large payment anyway.
If I would have kept the 2001 PF - I wouldn't have had a warranty here in a month or so....and I would have needed a new set of tires soon.
That's about $2k there - that I don't have to put into the new 2003 PF now...and what happen if I need some major work done on the 2001 PF (not likely, but it could happen)..I would have to pay for that out of my own pocket. I didn't like that idea at all - especially since it seemed I was paying for a 2003 anyway.
Sure, my situation was not an ideal one to be in (believe me!) - but I like things better this way now with the 2003. And the CC's have been cancelled and I will never have more than 1 CC for our family, and it is being paid in full monthly, and will be from here on out.
I'm also in the military and I'm trying to enjoy my life more nowadays...I just returned from a deployment to Kuwait this past fall...and I'm next in line to go again here soon (from where I'm stationed at McChord AFB in WA St.). So, I have decided to live a little and enjoy life in my new PF
Thanks for your comments and have a good week!
btw, I opted for the Traction Control on my 2003LE making the lack of a limited-slip differential a moot point.
i'm coming up on 2000 miles with no problems. I'll admit that the V6 in my Accord is much smoother than the Nissan 3.5L.
I have just tipped the 10,000mi mark on my '03-LE. Thought some of you may be interested in my ownership experience. I am happy to say that I have had no problems thus far. I have taken the vehicle cross country, over mountain passes several times, through several snow storms, dirt/ice/ and snow covered back roads and mild 4 wheeling. The PF has performed well in all conditions. Can't wait to hit the mountains this spring, summer, and fall for flyfishing trips. I have averaged 18-20mpg using 85-87 octane. I drive a Jeep Cherokee and Blazer at work, used to have an Explorer. The PF out performs them all in ride quality, comfort, and overall quality.
Suggested improvements: Improved gas mileage, more leg room in back seat, better turn radius, standard skid plates.
By far the best vehicle I have owned. Would love to hear from others...
Are you getting anywhere close to Schlepp's MPG scores?
I'm a long way from 18-20 MPG (after 3500 miles) as I'm still averaging around 12-14 MPG even when doing some highway driving.
I'm getting concerned...
I had a similar leak on my 01LE about 6 months ago. Found out it came from a small (1/2"?) hose on the driver's side engine compartment. If memory serves, I think it connected to the manifold. I could see the hose but couldn't see the leak (it was very small but the smell was very distinctive after a long drive). I found out by reaching around the bottom of the hose near the clamp. Took it in to the dealer and they replaced the hose in a couple of hours-under warranty. Hope this helps. Let me know if you need more info.
As well in what region are you using your truck, was that MPG calculated in sub 40's temperature?
Thanks
TIA
The only one I still want to add is the one that bolts onto and protects the T-case area.
FYI, the way I calculate: I reset the trip odometer after each fillup. I divide the mileage driven b/w fillups by # gallons needed to fillup. I take the average of about 5-10 fillups. If anyone has a better system please let me know.
Also, when I drove x-country I noticed a big difference in mpg. I was getting anywhere from 14-19mpg with <5000miles on the PF, the lowest being the city driving. I drove it to NYC a week after I purchased it. Overall average was 18.5mpg for the trip. I noticed a little better milage after about 7000mi or so.
Hope this helps...
Oh yeah, one more suggested improvement: wind shield wiper defrosters. Mine have frozen up during some storms.
Regarding MPG, on my last few tanks I've averaged 16-18 MPG. I took a trip to DC, and got a little bit more than 20 MPG there and back. Around town (daily commute) which is a mix of city/highway (traffic on highway) I have managed to get 16-18 MPG.
A question of my own, I'm "due" for an oil/filter change (been around 3750 miles since last change) and I'm thinking of getting a "service" done to the car. I've had 2 oil changes so far and rotated tires once, but none of the regular service done. Any idea what should be done? I believe the dealerships have service intervals of 7,500 & 15,000 miles, and I'm right in the middle. Anything important I should have them do?
When I go back I'm also going to have them look at the steering, I had an alignment done to them last time I took it in because they said it was off (no charge to me) and it went off again shortly thereafter. I'm not sure what kind of harmful wear I'm getting on my tires because of this, but maybe I can press for new tires if they are feathering (well 350z owners managed to get this :-)
Hopefully they still have the new bump stops they ordered for me back in December and can put those in. Anything I'm missing? Just a slight vibration at 60-70 MPH in the steering.
Don't be mistaken, I am a happy owner, just a few little bugs.
I am in a big dilemma. I am looking at two vehicles here a 02'PF LE and a 01 QX4. Both have the same features, colors an options. Silver on black leather, heated seats. PF has memory seats in addition. PF has 9000 miles and the negotiated price is $24,000. QX4 is from Carmax, it has 26000 miles and the price is $26,400. I can't decide which one to go for. I have done a lot of research on these vehicles(atleast I think I have) and like both of them. The 60,000 mile warranty and better customer service are making me think more about QX4 and at the same time I see absolutely no fault with the PF either.
Please help me out and share your thoughts. Its getting really hard to decide, I'd really appreciate your help and comments.
Thanks,
Mahipal
mahipalc, that does seem like a hard decision. The QX4 also comes with HID lights. The leather is of higher quality I believe in the QX4 as well. Do the higher miles of the Qx4 bother you? I can't really help you with this decision, although if it was a 2002 QX4 with lower miles versus the 2002 PF LE I would probably go with the QX4.