What did you do to your Pathfinder / QX4 today?

[zach7685]

Id pay IF you bought it and ya i thought you would be surprised XD I do allot of looking in places i have "connections"

ya i always disliked the tringles for some reason but now that i own a LE I appreciate them. But ya Im still in love with the 03

[00pathyse]

Did the distributor cap, rotor, wires, and plugs today. Pulled out some well worn plugs, and the cap and rotor weren't in greatest shape either. Took a little playing around to get the number 6 plug out and put in but not too bad. Got good info from these forums, thanks!

[Buzzman]

OK, so I had some spare time today, and decided to start the clear corner(s) modification.
I've wanted to get clear corners for years after seeing them on here, and finally got it going today.
Unfortunately, I only got one side done so far. Ran out of time so the other side will have to wait a few days.
Incidentally, I also modified my drab interior earlier this year, but don't remember if I shared it or not.
The Chilkoot Edition (Cnd.) is rather bland on the inside, with 98% of it being monochrome.
Mine was all black with little contrast. Boring.
I visited a junkyard this spring and swiped all the (fake...plastic) wood grain interior trim pieces from a 2001 LE.
FYI, Also took the temp/compass overhead console from the LE, and installed it all in my Chilkoot.
That was documented in another thread.
Anyways, it looks so much better.

Some pics:

Trim pieces prior to install:

After install:

With console:

One corner done:

Other corner is next:

[sicwitit]

I know its a double post, Bah!!

Finally installed the JDM headlights, and Eurou (R34 GTR'ish) center grill!

[saveth]

I installed kyb gas a just shocks in the rear. Their is a huge improvement over the stock shocks which had 270000kms on them. Next on my list is to replace all the suspenion components in the front.

[Xion]

I seafoamed my engine(runs a hell of alot better now) and i fixed my front end since some ****head backed into me at a light and then took off(had to take a heat gun to my bumper and pop a dent out)

[Xion]

OK, so I had some spare time today, and decided to start the clear corner(s) modification.
I've wanted to get clear corners for years after seeing them on here, and finally got it going today.
Unfortunately, I only got one side done so far. Ran out of time so the other side will have to wait a few days.
Incidentally, I also modified my drab interior earlier this year, but don't remember if I shared it or not.
The Chilkoot Edition (Cnd.) is rather bland on the inside, with 98% of it being monochrome.
Mine was all black with little contrast. Boring.
I visited a junkyard this spring and swiped all the (fake...plastic) wood grain interior trim pieces from a 2001 LE.
FYI, Also took the temp/compass overhead console from the LE, and installed it all in my Chilkoot.
That was documented in another thread.
Anyways, it looks so much better.

Some pics:

Trim pieces prior to install:

After install:

With console:

One corner done:

Other corner is next:

Looks hot man,i think this inspires me to find the darker fake wood grain

[Buzzman]

Looks hot man,i think this inspires me to find the darker fake wood grain

Ya, I've really been happy with the classier look.
Had some positive feedback from my friends about it too.
Best news is, the wrecker charged me all of $25.00 for the trim bits.
Win win.

[Towncivilian]

Tonight I replaced my fog light bulbs with Narva Rangepower +50 H3 55W bulbs. They are a great upgrade in my opinion. The light output is quite a bit better; in fact, a single fog light with one of the new bulbs lit up the same area as both of the fogs lit with the original bulbs - I was able to cover one the fog lamp with the old bulb and almost couldn't even tell it was blocked. The light is bright white, and there is better side illumination. I bought them for $25 for a pair from Amazon. I just hope they last a couple years at least. I might even upgrade my head lights to Narva Rangepower +50s at some point.

[SBK03SE]

@sicwitit I like the grill, but I'm having a hard time deciding if I love the look...it vaguely reminds me of a Frontier, or am I seeing things?

@Town I wanna order those foglights too, is there a how-to on installing them?


WID?- I am preparing a post to list the car for sale. I love her but I want to go back German

[zach7685]

changed the oil
That moment you drop the Filter in the pan. Thank goodness im a ninja

[QX4ME]

Tried locating the turn-signal flasher unit but failed finding it. Will do it later since replacing it with an electronic flasher is not the top priority on my list.

[Towncivilian]

@Town I wanna order those foglights too, is there a how-to on installing them?

Your owner's manual has details. If you don't have a physical copy, a link to a PDF version is in the general info thread.

[BoostMyQX4]

changed the oil
That moment you drop the Filter in the pan. Thank goodness im a ninja

Dude you should have tried my method lol
2000-qx4-oil-filter-t554128.html#p6298048

[00pathyse]

Checked all fluids, all five tire pressures, cleaned and armor all'd the interior and glass. Going on a 5 hour road trip to Ottawa tomorrow.

Question- what do you guys do for tire pressure? Placard says 26psi cold. That has always seemed on the low side to me.

[Buzzman]

32PSI cold.

(FYI, I live in Ottawa. Welcome to our town).

Go Sens....(if we have hockey this year...lol.)

[zach7685]

Dude you should have tried my method lol
2000-qx4-oil-filter-t554128.html#p6298048

The 3.5 is different doesn't splatter unless you drop the filter... hahah thanks though.

[sonnyviruet]

Yea so yesterday i drove thru some high water and my 01 path cut off on me...she wouldnt turn on so i had her towed home...(depressed all night cause it wouldnt turn on). Today i removed the air filter and it was soaked, the little resevoir also had water in it. I drained the oil and it was milky in color (water got in)... so i put in fresh oil and filter, but still wouldnt crank over...i called a buddy over and sprayed ether in the throttle body a few times and she finally cranked over, YAY! it turns on. BUT, its knocking extremely loud, and when i tap the gas pedal it knocks even louder. I'm crushed... i'm thinking tomorrow i'll inspect my spark plugs.
Any advice? please.

[zach7685]

First id post this in a new topic in the forums so everyone can see it

Sounds like its hydro-locked but im no expert...

[Chris.m]

Soon enough...

[Chris.m]

I changed my pads and rotors!

It was surprisingly easy - took approx 5.5 hours including set-up and cleanup.

Well worth the $193

[Alfredo24.pr]

Thats awesome! Could you post pics of them installed? I bought the EBD black slotted plus EBC Red Stuff, but still have not installed them.

[Chris.m]

I've got everything back together, so I can take a pic through the wheel if you want, buts its not much to look at, the rotors aren't drilled or slotted

[zach7685]

Spent least 4 hrs detailing my car....If it rains so help me.....

[zach7685]

Got the Tires

[BoostMyQX4]

I just changed the Shocks, i some how have a feeling that i will need to change the sway bars and all that has to do with bushins in the back.

[ghettosuperstar]

Today added new mud guards .... Lost them when removing the old running boards. Hard to tell there is anything new added, but I knew it was missing something when they weren't there.

hi gcjazz12,

I was reading your post and you said that you bought new mud guards for your QX4, can you please let me know where you bought them since im having difficulties finding the set of 4 mud guards for my 1997 QX4, you can email me at [email protected] I would really appreciate your help in this matter

[Buzzman]

Installed (last week), the Jackson AutorSport "missing link".
Ordered and delivered in about 10 days, roughly $55.00 (Cdn) all in. Not a bad investment.
Toughest part was getting the two 22mm bolts loose. After 10 years, they were in there pretty good.
Lucky thing I undercoat this truck, or I may never have gotten them out.
pics:

[Towncivilian]

Has your handling improved? I'll probably get one eventually.

Good thing you undercoat, looks pretty clean under there. What's all the red paint (?) around the oil drain plug?

[Buzzman]

Has your handling improved? I'll probably get one eventually.

Good thing you undercoat, looks pretty clean under there. What's all the red paint (?) around the oil drain plug?

Ya, the oil spraying has really kept the undercarriage in good shape. I'm pretty happy about the overall condition under there, given the winters and salt use around here.
As for the red paint, I'm actually not sure. I get my oil changed regularly at the dealership (quick change drive through, no appointment), so next time I go, I'll ask them.
(Before anyone asks, the dealership price for oil changes turns out to be less than what I would pay at 90% of the quick lube/garages out there. I've compared).

FYI, I was going to write about the ride difference when I posted the pics, but had to sign off.
OK, there is a difference, but it's hard to describe.
The difference is not earth shattering like some posters have alluded to. For example, It doesn't corner like a Porsche 911 or anything like that.
The best way to describe it that the ride has settled down and become more stable. It feels more controlled and tighter, but not any stiffer or harsh.
I've always found the ride to be a little jittery, that it took time to settle down after hitting a bump for example.
The missing link seems to have reduced that feeling quite a bit, and and it rides much more civilized.
It also seems to lean less going around corners. Again, not earth shattering, but definitely noticeable.
I'm actually not sure how it does what it does, but for the price, the initial result is positive.
The only thing that worries me (slightly) is that I don't know if it creates any higher stress points in other areas of the suspension, resulting in what may be premature wear in other areas. I guess time will tell.
Hope this answers your question.