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NovaPath

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  1. It does right? I'm not planning on removing it, just cutting both of the "y" pipes and allowing the exhaust to settle back forward an inch or two. Will then be patching it back together where I took it apart.
  2. Thanks for the response! I will take a look at that on Saturday. I've got the other two parts now so at least while i'm at this I can get the CEL fixed finally. If I don't see anything, I think i'm going to buy 3 coil packs(can be found for 30.00 each), and swap one bank of cylinders, if that doesn't solve it I will then take the original ones and swap the other side. Also, I forget what kind of plugs I bought when I swapped them 10k miles ago. Are these engines incredibly sensitive to a certain type of plug? I doubt I splurged on the "good stuff" Thanks!
  3. On my last trip to Rausch Creek I managed to put a massive dent in my mid pipe muffler and in the process pushed it rearward about 2" so that it is now hitting on my hitch nicely. I'm thinking about just taking a hack saw, and cutting both sections before the mid pipe and installing two new flex couplings and at the same time removing 2" of material so that the exhaust fits back where it should. Two questions: 1. Does anyone see a downside to doing this? 2. Does anyone know off hand the exhaust diameter? Thanks!
  4. So my pathfinder has been very rarely missing at idle for a couple of weeks now. It started so infrequently that by the time I thought I felt it the time had passed and I'd forget about it for a week until I was at a stop light and the same thing happened....until today. Now it is misfiring multiple times in a row, for as long as 15 seconds at a time. Typically at idle, but it has happened under light acceleration and cruising at 2k RPM or so. Under heavy load such as WOT it runs just fine. Obviously, something has gone badly. I checked the trouble codes, and they are the same two that I've been riding with(I know, I'll take my lashings) which are a rear 02 sensor and the driver's side intake cam sensor code P1145. Neither of these will typically cause a misfire. I'm going to go ahead and replace the 02 and cam sensor so that I can rule those out, but suffice to say I am less than optimistic about those solving it. Any ideas? I'd think a coil would throw a misfire code and a vacuum leak would cause a lean code, the only thing I can think of is a fuel pump on the fritz, but under load at WOT it still runs great. Open to ideas!
  5. that is an understatement.... I've seen people do it with cigarettes at the dealership I used to work at, old mechanics trick. I don't remember exactly how they did it though....
  6. 600rpm sounds low. Should be idling around 700-750rpm on a warm idle. I mimic what others said, they look fine to me. On my bmw when the mount blew I actually got an indent in the top of the hood pad from the power steering resevoir, as well as a racked radiator neck from the stress...that was fun. Any codes?
  7. I can't answer the interference vs. not, but a quick Google search should be able to. Timing belts are far from a 10, but definitely not a 1 either. If I had to conjecture a guess on this one I'd call it a 6. Does the 3.3 not have any removable covers to see if the belt has gone? How many miles on the rig and is it the original belt?
  8. Check your front brake lines were they clip into the strut housing. I noticed on my 01 that both sides have started deteriorating. The outer rubber sheath is peeling away leaving just the inner rubber to support the pressure of the line. A quick Google search indicates I can get these lines for less than 15.00 each, I will be placing an order tonight.
  9. For the seats it will require some work but all they should need is a 12v power source. Wire one up with some relays and that's done. Memory and comfort exit are not worth the time and expense, bypass that.
  10. CDN: you and I are on the same page, however the OP has stated that he just wants a lift for the look. That indicates that he won't be carrying the hundreds of pounds of gear, beer, food, beer, spare parts, beer, straps, beer, and recovery equipment that we carry.
  11. Although i'd think along the same lines as you, you may actually need the threads grounded in order to witness a spark. Otherwise, it is only completing one part of the circuit.
  12. CNAM: How does your rig do on rocks? how limiting do you find the IFS setup?
  13. That's time to pull out the FSM and start digging, or take it to a trusted mechanic and break out the wallet. Do you have a spare key you can try to at least partially rule out it being a key chip problem?
  14. I can't hear the video, possibly because I'm on my tablet, but if it is cranking normally just not starting then it won't be the battery. Cars require 3 things to run, air, fuel, and spark. Air is normally a no brainer, and you've already verified that you have fuel, that leaves spark. For something like this I could suspect a crankshaft position sensor, key chip fault(do you have a spare key you can try?) or other ECM related issue. I'm sorry I can't be much help as I have not troubleshooter a no start on mine past messing with my alarm system. Oh, that brings up a good point though, do you by any chance have an aftermarket remote start system? That can cause issues with the chip key if it malfunctions(that's what happened to mine).
  15. Is the thump from the back or the front? If front listen to jyeager, if it's from the back it is most likely bottoming out from soft springs. I know from experience as mine used to do it before the lift.
  16. Honestly not sure, you'd have to cross reference the spring part #s between the 2wd and 4wd. In regards to the conversion, I don't see why it wouldn't work.
  17. What are you wanting to use the truck for? Daily driver? Wheeling? Camping? what kinds of roads etc? I'm not sure what lift options you have with the 2wd, but I suppose you could go as high as you want as you don't have front cv angles to worry about. Then again, personally I don't see a reason to lift a truck unless it is to wheel it and you need the ground clearance, and in that regard you'd be better off selling it and buying a 4wd. That being said, I certainly understand the sentimental value a vehicle can have.
  18. The rear springs sag and get soft on these trucks. Your options are to replace with moog aftermarket but same type of rear spring, or do what is mentioned above and switch to old man emu or automotive customizers lift springs. I wanted max lift so I wine with Ac, but if ride comfort is what you are after go with one of the old man emu setups. Good luck
  19. Fleurys front aluminum one, 4x4 parts center, and oem transfer case skid from a wd21. Underside mechanicals are pretty well guarded, although I did manage to tweak the exhaust so it is hitting on the hitch. Really need sliders next..
  20. Some pictures of my Rausch Creek Run on Saturday. Blew a bead...first time for that. Supersliders are now a must with the trails that I'm running. Every time out i'm putting more dents into my rockers, it is only a matter of time before I won't be able to open a door without sliders.... This pathfinder can handle blue trails with the jeeps, you just have to pick your lines a bit more carefully and occasionally do some rock stacking.
  21. Great Work! But holy sixtuplet post bat man!
  22. 10 4 thanks guys. Mine does do the thing where the front seats go all the way down to connect to the back, but it looks like I'd be a pretzel by the end of the night. Thinking best option is to fold rear seats down and put a bunch of foam pads and sleeping bags back there, or just hotel it. Temps will be in low 30's and I don't feel like messing with a tent and all that jazz for one night.
  23. Have not used them personally but I've never read any complaints. I'm not 100% sure what the kit you mention includes but dont forget rear springs, longer rear shocks, pan hard par drop bracket, and to extend your breather lines.
  24. Does a queen air bed fit? Yes I realize I could go outside and try it, but it's cold raining and I'm lazy. Thanks!
  25. CDN: What were the JKU's running for tires? 35's? One of the great things about that platform is the ability to lift it cheaply 2" and slap some 35's on it... I've got a wheeling buddy that has a TJ on 37's, his literally looks like a monster truck next to mine. My truck has changed since this but for this comparison is still valid!
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