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05 xterra 2wd 4.0 I was following Nissan TSB NTB06-072b checking/replacing the serpentine belt auto tensioner. Long story short their diagram shows to torque the lower bolt on the power steering pump to 42-48ft lbs. When I went to torque it the bolt ripped the aluminum threads out. Later I...

I'm so ordering one! ;) Electric SuperChargers Mythbusted: http://youtu.be/cbGWgvJN1_8

Ok, so as the title says I'm in the process of installing an inline thermostat for my transmission oil coolers. currently my aftermarket cooler is plumbed in series with my factory cooler in the radiator. My question is do I plumb the thermostat before both or just before the aftermarket one...

So my truck has been sitting for a while. Put in a new battery since the old one wouldn't take a charge. Well, I've been chasing an alternator gauge problem and during the diagnostic found a parasitic draw. Except it doesn't drain the battery overnight or anything. Yet my draw has been 6 amps...

Been a while since I posted. Hadnt really had anything to post until now. As some of you know I drive a service truck in the oil patch. 90% of my work is in the field. About two/three years ago I bought a Ir 2135ti max 1/2in impact. It was oiled and greased regularly. I started having...

4.6l manual trans Car will only try to starts if the gas pedal is all the way down. Then only kinda sputters for a sec then dies. I tried unplug the maf no change. Ideas? Sent from Texas

Ok so I've had this issue for about 2 years. Oem cat broke apart and was replaced at a shop. Was fine for almost a year then the code popped up again. Which was replaced again under Warrenty. Last year when it was time for inspection I was able to clear the code and drive around in 2nd gear...

Its been a few months since I've had the results just been sitting on them for a while. Basicly I changed over to Amsoil AZO in september of last year with 105,165 on the clock. I then put 12,500 miles on and swapped the filter and topped off with oil since amsoil filter for it is only good...

As the title says I'm in need of a new booster anyway and was thinking about going with hydro boost instead of the stock vacuum booster. What all would I need? Would it be worth it? Thoughts? Sent from my iPhone 4s

Ok so obviously as the title says I have a valve cover leak as well as an oil pressure switch problem. We've had our '05 X since 73k miles it now has about 130k miles on it. Both the valve cover, gasket, and sensor were replaced around the same time we got it due to a leak. The dealer that did...

I flushed the trans in our xterra a couple years ago and installed an aux trans cooler at the time. I have since learned that it dosnet really need it since the factory cooler is over sized anyway. It's the same cooler they use one the tundra. We deal with Texas heat so I didn't see a problem...

Ever since I got this truck back in 2008 the instrument cluster bezel has never wanted to stay put thanks to my brother that got pissed one day when working on it and hit the dash. I've wanted to replace for a while but I hadn't found what i wanted until today. I was looking at craigslist...

15 qts Amsoil Low viscosity ATL Doorman deep sump transmission pan w/ drain plug! AcDelco deep sump transmission filter w/ gasket 6qts Amsoil XL 5w30 Amsoil EaO24 oil filter I'm finally going to have a drain plug in my transmission which is a huge plus and it will have 2 extra quarts...

I ordered some more tools last week and they showed up today. This time it sockets, you can never have to many. Here they are Grey Pneumatic impact socket sets: 1/2in dr 12pt shallows 3/8 - 1 1/2. 3/8in dr 12pt deep 5/16 - 1in 3/8in dr 12pt universals 5/16 to 1in. The set on the far left...

Once again it it time to change the tranny fluid. It was last done at 93,000 now with 123000. More pics will follow wish me luck.

Went to pay off the cordless today and could not help my self. Something about being on that Snap On truck gets me all giddy inside. Here are the results of said giddyness.....:lol: A boot cover for the impact and a 15in 80 tooth 1/2 dr flex head ratchet with comfort grip. Notice the screws...

I did a search on google and found "apps" for mobile devices. Basicly you go to the mobile apps link on your phone and save the link to the "desktop" of your phone. However I am unable to login. After I put my info in I hit the login button and nothing happens. Sent from my iPhone 4s

I was in need of a new cordless impact and from what I heard its hard to beat this one. What do y'all think?

Ok so on 8-7-11 I changed the oil in our Xterra from Mobil 1 5w30 EP to the Amsoil 0w30, that was 12,450 miles ago. Being at the half way point i will take a sample of the oil and change the filter to another amsoil and top off with new oil. I plan on sampling again at 20k and again at 25k to...

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OK so I've got a 05 Xterra. The factory cat was replaced last year with a new one. This July that cat was replaced under warranty. Now a 2 months later I have the code again. I just changed plugs with 107,000 miles on them on Thursday without removing the intake. Truck runs great, not...

Recently I changed our '05 Xterra over to Amsoil 0w30. The used oil was Mobil 1 Extended Performance 5w30 using the Amsoil Ea020 filter. It saw extremes of cold and hot since November of last year and had 10,600 miles on its when it was drained and sampled. TBN was what i would call low for a...

I was out side having a smoke when i noticed my the tires on my truck had some odd looking wear on the outside tread. They are fairly new with low miles on them and have had regular rotations and balanceing. The entire front end except the a frame bushings have been replaced (Even the steering...

Well the Mobil 1 EP with the amsoil filter has been in service for 10K miles in our 2005 Nissian XTerra. I haven't changed it since about November of last year. So since it is now due i decided to take the plunge and buy me some Amsoil so i don't have to worry about it. I went with the AZO...

Got me something special. Should come in handy. Its a TECH3FR250 My Snap On man gave me a good deal on it to.