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Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
10-14-2023, 02:19 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,515
Posted By guapoman2000

12,000 mile on the newer Engine!

Okay guys! My 2000 Maxima GLE now has 252,183 which is now over 12,000 miles with the newer Engine! I can say that the Engine was certainly certified as stated by Orlando JDM Engines!


It is...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
10-14-2023, 02:17 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,083
Posted By guapoman2000

Wrong Thread! Sorry!

Wrong Thread! Sorry!
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
10-06-2023, 03:50 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 963
Posted By guapoman2000

Totally agree!

Totally agree!
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
10-06-2023, 02:05 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 963
Posted By guapoman2000

I think plastic cooling system parts are an...

I think plastic cooling system parts are an effort to retire the cars to junkyards faster, the engines and transmissions if solid make 300K miles cars and you can't sell as many new cars so they put...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
10-06-2023, 02:02 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 963
Posted By guapoman2000

UPDATE: Running great and zero leaks!

Just like to follow-up that my 2000 Nissan Maxima GLE is running great and there is zero leaks dripping down on the Front passenger side!

Keeping an eye on the Plastic Coupler that tied the two...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
09-29-2023, 03:14 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 963
Posted By guapoman2000

Thank you for your reply! There is Zero...

Thank you for your reply!

There is Zero Chance that anyone can do anything from the Engine Bay except tie together the hoses with the Gates Adapter Coupler!

Your comments / recommendations...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
09-28-2023, 08:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 963
Posted By guapoman2000

2000 Maxima Heater Core - Plastic Water Connectors!

A very big warning on these Pastic Heater Core Water Connectors!

Any GEN5 with its age (mine has 24 years!) and especially high mileage (mine has 251,821 mile), be forewarned that these Water...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
03-26-2023, 11:33 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,515
Posted By guapoman2000

Gave my 2000 Nissan Maxima GLE some younger...

Gave my 2000 Nissan Maxima GLE some younger Nissan Rims and new Tires. It drives like a dream now with new rubber. Yokohama’s GTX 215/55 R16 all around....
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
03-26-2023, 11:29 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,515
Posted By guapoman2000

On February 3rd, 2023, got its first Engine &...

On February 3rd, 2023, got its first Engine & Engine Oil filter change to the newer Engine in my 2000 Nissan Maxima GLE. I have driven the Maxima 2158 miles so far on the Maxima.
It is still under...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
12-04-2022, 10:15 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,515
Posted By guapoman2000

Thank you! :laugh: Yes indeed, Florida is year...

Thank you! :laugh: Yes indeed, Florida is year round weather for almost any hobby including working on cars and flying my RC Airplane models.

My local Nissan Dealer has always come through with...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-29-2022, 08:00 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,515
Posted By guapoman2000

Thank you! It was a lesson learn that even...

Thank you!

It was a lesson learn that even though I purchased this 2000 Nissan Maxima from the original owner the fact remains that several important items such as Factory (Nissan) Thermostat and...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-29-2022, 07:49 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,515
Posted By guapoman2000

Guys, After a detailed wash and wax here is...

Guys,

After a detailed wash and wax here is my 2000 Nissan Maxima sitting pretty and paint protected....
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-28-2022, 05:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,515
Posted By guapoman2000

Greetings! :D The original estimate was for...

Greetings! :D

The original estimate was for $2,000 US for Removing the Damaged Engine and Installing a newer one from JDM Motors. I found the newer Engine from JDM Engines (Auto & Truck LLC)...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-22-2022, 12:08 AM
Replies: 17,746
Views: 1,436,558
Posted By guapoman2000

As a matter of fact, my 2000 MAXIMA had the same...

As a matter of fact, my 2000 MAXIMA had the same and I used an Additive and just kept running it UP until the dang After market Thermostat got stuck CLOSED and over-heated the Engine.

I would try...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-22-2022, 12:04 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,515
Posted By guapoman2000

UPDATE: I have put over 1,000 miles on my...

UPDATE:

I have put over 1,000 miles on my beloved Maxima and it just runs perfect, without any issues!

Getting about an average of 25.5 MPG City (35%) and Highway (65%) use.

I am a HAPPY...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-21-2022, 11:59 PM
Replies: 17,746
Views: 1,436,558
Posted By guapoman2000

Greetings and Happy Thanksgiving Day! As you...

Greetings and Happy Thanksgiving Day!
As you may have noticed, I have posted in this thread a few times and my Beloved 2000 Nissan Maxima GLE sustained some bad Engine issues lately and I was forced...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-09-2022, 03:59 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,515
Posted By guapoman2000

Well, good for you and excellent work!:redbounce

Well, good for you and excellent work!:redbounce
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-08-2022, 09:26 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,515
Posted By guapoman2000

2000 Nissan Maxima GLE got a newer Engine!

Okay good people! Finally got my 2000 Nissan Maxima GLE back from the Pro Mechanic Shop (Ruben's Tire, Altamonte Springs, Florida) and it has been there since September 26, 2022 and until today...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
09-02-2022, 06:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 539
Posted By guapoman2000

Why thank you for those details! I stand...

Why thank you for those details!

I stand corrected!:D
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
09-02-2022, 01:05 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 539
Posted By guapoman2000

Just the fact that I need to transport my vehicle...

Just the fact that I need to transport my vehicle to North Carolina will be a NO GO for me.
I looked at that place you recommended and its more of a Gear Head place for those that have perhaps...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
09-01-2022, 06:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 539
Posted By guapoman2000

Thank you! I am having 2nd thoughts in using...

Thank you!

I am having 2nd thoughts in using any fast snake oil additives at this present time because I have been reading too much failures and these liquids causing just too many other issues.
...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
09-01-2022, 06:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 539
Posted By guapoman2000

Hello, Because the water control valve (WCV)...

Hello,

Because the water control valve (WCV) only effects the heater core. It allows your climate control to operate correctly and has nothing to do with engine cooling.
I didn't because I limped...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
08-31-2022, 11:43 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 539
Posted By guapoman2000

UPDATE: Ran the Maxima for 55 minutes and...

UPDATE:

Ran the Maxima for 55 minutes and the Temperature Gauge reads nothing beyond 1/2 or below!

Zero leaks, nothing!

I am so glad that I purchased the Genuine Thermostat!
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
08-31-2022, 11:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 539
Posted By guapoman2000

2000 Maxima GLE - Overheated V6 and Replace Thermostat!

Greetings good people! GEN-5 reporting in! :D

On Tuesday and during my lunch break at the Kennedy Space Center, I drove out to get a hot meal and doing so, I realized that I no longer had Cold Air...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
05-24-2022, 02:32 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 365
Posted By guapoman2000

2000 Maxima - P1130 Swirl Control Solenoid Valve

I still have the dreaded Check Engine Light (CEL) or more like "Service Engine Soon" Light!

Specific error code is P1130.

The Engine runs like new and doesn't hesitates at all. It takes off...
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