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DarekG

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  1. I've been driving it for a few weeks with the blower going and no issues, so I can basically confirm that it's normal for it to get searing hot but it needs to be screwed back into the air duct before you decide to "test" it. It's odd because now the highest speed (Which is supposed to bypass the resistor completely) is the only one that doesn't work now. I thought maybe I blew a fuse but both 15A blower motor fuses were fine. I'll test with a new resistor to confirm it myself. As for my fingers, I've gone "Men in Black" on some fingers and that thumbprint no longer unlocks my iPhone.
  2. Hey guys, I have an issue I've been chasing for a while now, here's a bit of background. I have a 2001 3.5L SE and at one point last year the HVAC/Blower only blew on the highest setting. A bit of research told me that this was due to the blower motor and/or resistor for the controls. As recommended I ordered both a new blower motor and a new resistor. Just to test it out I put in the new blower motor and it didn't turn on or blow air - So that means it's the resistor. For reference here is the type of resistor I mean. Now being a dummy, I didn't know much about these at all. So just to "test" it I plug the resistor into the harness but don't screw it back into the duct. I turn on the Pathfinder and turn the HVAC on and the motor blows for about 5 seconds then shuts off. I start to smell burning. I panic and turn the truck off.... Then I go and feel the resistor... Burned the ever living fskc out of my fingers doing so. Another 10 seconds of Google tells me the resistor is cooled by constant airflow from the blower motor and must be screwed back into the duct. I screw it in, and now the fan blows but only on the first 3 settings, not the 4th setting (which is when it stopped working) and I can visibly see discoloration around the edge of the resistor. My questions are.. I'm guessing I burned the part of the resistor that controls the highest blower settings which is why it doesn't work. Can someone confirm? Is it normal for these resistors to get so damned hot? It instantly seared my skin on contact and started smoking. (Lesson learned.) I've heard of some "aftermarket" blower motors "pulling too much current" - Is this even possible considering I have the proper fuse in place? I'm gonna order another resistor I guess, but, is it normal for these to get as hot as fire?
  3. The recommended ones above worked perfectly, these wheels and tires gave me about 2 inches more clearance and have way nicer fitment than the OEM Nissan wheels. Very happy with how it turned out..
  4. Anyone have opinions on the best drop-in replacements for headlights for a 2001 3.5L SE? All I have to go off of is the vendor's themselves and according to them, they're all the greatest. My headlights currently barely illuminate 15ft in front of me, the highbeams barely break 20ft.
  5. Yeah the backspacing is fine. I managed to put it on with the Nissan acorns on the front just to test fitment, they cleared full lock. Unfortunately by biggest challenge the the lug nuts. Apparently 1.25's in mag style are hard to find.
  6. Has anyone ever put factory Toyota wheels onto a Nissan? Apparently they use mag style lug nuts with 12x1.50 threadpitch which is really uncommon from what I've found. Nissan wheels use regular acorn style nugs with 12x1.25 and finding them in a mag style nut is difficult. I think I found something that might work, was wondering if anyone else has had success with this? http://www.ebay.com/itm/24-Pc-Wheel-Lug-Nuts-Toyota-Lexus-Mag-Wheels-Fit-Nissan-Subaru-12x1-25-Studs-/371923991662
  7. While you can't really beat a 2016 Tacoma saying a R52 can't go off-road is just a big fat lie. Check out my Whipsaw video in the pics and video section, completely stock R50 with VQ35DE and bald old winter tires on one of the most iconic 4x4 trails in the PNW. It's now what you drive, it's how you drive it.
  8. Had a lot of fun in the snow this weekend, maybe posting a video but I didn't get a lot of great footage. This climb was much steeper than it looked, trail went a few KM with intermittent patches of dry area with heavy, wet snow separating them. Held the throttle constant while in 2-LO and managed to get my bald winter tires all the way to the end of the trail!
  9. I would say a winch bumper or rock sliders. It sounds like both might have issues with shipping. Even just straight up tube bumpers would be OK in my books...
  10. How much do you estimate the sliders would weigh? Shipping as separate packages not an option? What about Purolator or some third-party? Do you have a friend on the west coast you would be able to ship a profitable amount to, which he could distribute? Just flingin' ideas out there because sliders are basically the last piece to complete basic truck armor.
  11. 2001 SE - Just about 270,000KM, no leaks, oem struts are in great shape, just replacing the rear springs but it feels like a new vehicle to me. One of the better impulse buys in my life.
  12. Haha I am loving some of the replies in this thread. Awesome. You gotta pull through for the vehicles you love.
  13. Maybe I'll give that name to my 240SX, though it too could just as easily be Rustina.
  14. I find that many people who are really into their rides eventually name their vehicles. I figured this would be a fun thread so let's start... What is your Pathfinders nickname? Mine is affectionately known as "Rustina" AKA "The Rustfinder"
  15. I've been exploring options with this as well, basically it's just been the back seat for me but that doesn't always work because if I'm going camping I have a ton of gear back there. Let me know if you figure out a better solution.
  16. I'm in the Okanagan, generally found on any of its FSRs! As for the rust, I think I'm going to cut it and fiberglass it. For the cost it will probably last as long as the vehicle will. I just hate doing body work, I'm not the artistic type and prefer nuts and bolts.
  17. Hello R50 owners! Now that the weather is getting bearable finally. (At least here in Canada, BC!) what have you done with your Pathfinder or gear to get ready for adventure this year? I'm getting excited for the season. Yesterday I started cleaning up old crap that had accumulated from a year of 4x4ing and exploring, dead batteries, half used rolls of TP and duct tape, etc. I measured the back storage area of my R50 and bought good fitting tough containers and organized them into two boxes, one to always have with general stuff like oil, socket kit, shop towels, first aid, and another "adventure pack" and take in and out containing 4x4 specific stuff like my chainsaw and an axe. Not really a mod but I'm proud of how it worked out and how well everything was organized for $30 of Rubbermaid containers. Today I plan on taking it to a car wash (a bit early I know) and giving it a good all around wash, especially the wheel fenders and underneath. I noticed my crappy plastic fender flares are bringing in rust like a mofo! Not sure what to do about this crisis. My R50 is essentially mint condition except for the rust forming on both rear quarters. After the wash I'm going to clean up the engine bay and waterproof what I can with some brake clean, electric contact cleaner, and electrical tape. Then the usual oil change, but I might finally do a complete fluid change, transmission, diff, transfer case, etc. But the best is yet to come, I've made Fleurys a wealthy man and over the last year I've accumulated a 2 inch spacer lift, skid plates, and a re-enforced cross-link bar from him that will be going on as soon as I receive the skid plates! After that, the final step will be new meats. I'm thinking either BFG AT KO2's or Duratrac Wranglers. I'm undecided at this point.
  18. Hey guys figured this would be an interesting discussion. Anyone have tips for waterproofing electronics in your R50's engine bay? I don't plan on crazy water crossings but would like to lessen the chance of any type of failure while I'm out exploring the woods. Would it be a good idea to track down connectors, spray them with electrical contact cleaner, dry them off, then seal them up with electrical tape or is that pretty useless? I'm also looking into differential breathers - Is this literally as easy as finding some rubber hose and extending the existing line? I also plan on lining the sides of the intake airbox with duct tape. Redneck engineering! Thanks!
  19. I must have been mixing it up with those, I also have a 240SX project car and have dealt with my fair share of Nissan differentials.
  20. Oh damn it does say "LSD Oil" - You guys made my day... I always felt it worked too well to be a VLSD.
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