MrJim

My kit came just as you saw it. It just did not include instructions or hoses. Aside from that, it was very reasonably priced. I think I spent about $12 for hoses and clamps. The K&N Filter was $13, but I liked it.

They do use the Fram PH8. I learned that after the fact. I had no instructions and took parts to O'Reiley's Auto Parts where I opened one oil filter after another trying them on the adapter. I chose the HP-2006 K&N because it was very close to the original Pathfinder filter, except that the threading and diameter actually fit the adapter. It works fine and in fact I went out last night and did some pretty aggressive mudding. Today when I took to carwash to clean off the mud, I could see that the new filter was so out of the reach of the tire that it didn't even have mud on it. Working out very well.

Thank you.

Thanks for the positive feedback on the video. It is appreciated...

Sorry about the delay in responding to this. Here is a link to the kit I used...

Okay, first I wanted to thank you for the kudos on the videos. I appreciate that allot. Next, let me me say that something you mentioned to me really hit me like a revelation. I have had a 3 gauge (oil, amp, water) set to install for over a month now and one thing that has been keeping me from getting it done was trying to determine where I was going to install the oil pressure line. I do think that one of the plugs you mentioned on this kit is the same size and I may experiment with that. I didn't really know what that was for as my kit came with no instructions, but it seems clear now that you mentioned it that it is probably meant to connect to additional filters if desired. My kit was bare bones and it came from Ebay (I like Ebay). I had to buy the hoses at O'Reily Auto Parts and I took the kit with me and got a hose that was suitable for gas/oil usage. It did include the mounting bracket, but I actually had to redrill the holes on the bracket so they would match the filter adapter. That seemed like an isolated issue so I didn't think it was relevant to mention in the video. Here is a link to the same company and the actual adapter I installed.

I am doing pretty good with my Pathfinder projects. I am getting one completed every other day or so. My neighbors are impressed atleast. Today, I installed an Oil Filter Relocation Kit on the 94 Pathfinder. I would say without a doubt that there are probably three tough spots in this highly needed upgrade to your Pathfinder. The first is just getting off your butt and underneath your Pathfinder with tools (not a beer) in your hand. The other difficult parts of this process are taking the old filter out, as well as then installing the new engine side of this adapter for the same reasons. That are poorly located and in a very tight space for access. The video shows draining the oil, removal of Filter, prepping and installing the adapter. Installing the adapter hoses, and mounting the final part of the kit to a better location. That is where you install the new oil filter Enjoy, Jim [/i]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l15ZGYe8S2M

I didn't get to this today. Hopefully tomorrow. I installed my oil filter relocation kit and did an oil change and spark plugs today in the rain. I am zonked now...

Thanks. I will make the changes tomorrow. I am a little too tired to trust myself with editing tonight.

If you can confirm what they are supposed to be, I will add it into the video. Thanks for the input.

I broke them loose with box wrench with another interlocked into the end for more length. Then I used ratchet to take it out the rest of the way. The ones I was talking about being SO hard were the 2 that secured the bracket itself to the frame. Those were tough, but I took them out so that I could have more room to work around the steering stabilizer.

Yeah, that bites. I am sure that local parts stores can easily get them.

The 10mm bolts were only on the rock shield. The rest were all 14mm and trust me those bolts on the center bushings are hell to get out and back in. I was too busy using both hands during those moments to video. I broke off (2) 1/4" adapters trying to use a 1/4" socket with 3/8" ratchet, before I just went and found my missing 3/8" socket for 14mm. Even then I used my jack handle on the ratchet as an extension to mimic a breaker bar to back the bolts all the way out and all the way back in. It is at 60lbs before you even snug the bolts tight. Be prepared for that. Mine were not cross threaded either. They are just that tight. Maybe someone added some lock tite or something, but I could not see it on the bolt. My point is, do not worry about breaking those bolts. Worry about breaking your ratchet or socket and eat your Wheaties that morning. One more thing, I think that raising the vehicle a small amount until you see the tension lighten on the bars would make reassembly a little easier. I had to use a jack handle (in video) to lift it into place again. It took some effort, but was not horrible. I had also left all bolts very loose on center bushings while I was working on the outer bushings. I think that helped too.

It really made a huge unbelievable difference in my handling. It completely corrected the instability I have been fighting for over a year and it took less than an hour start to finish. I got the red kit off Ebay.Here is a link to the auction. I am sure they sell them allot. They have longer sleeves on them that the original too, so it actually takes a small amount of standing tension off. The stability is back and I could not be happier.

Hey Everyone! Well, I am going through my Pathfinder one step at a time updating and refurnishing the parts and components that 185,000 miles have taken their toll on, not to mention the 16 years of driving and offroading. One issue that I have been experiencing has been a very unstable ride at highway speeds. The truck had a tendency to swerve one direction or the other if the tires caught a ridge or dip in the road and it caused many white knuckled drives, full of constant corrections and allot of stress. Since the truck is lifted, it made the issue even more apparent. First, I replaced ball joints and I could feel a slight difference, but the erratic swerving was still a factor. Today, I removed the rock guard under the engine and it revealed that one of the two main bushings was completely missing from the bracket, causing about an inch of looseness in my front end. This video shows that inspection and how a $29 sway bar bushing set restored my Pathfinder to a very stable riding rig again. I apologize in advance for camera work in this video. You have to remember that I was videoing with one hand and doing all repairs and parts handling with the other. It is not as easy as it seems. [/i]

I did the other ball joints in a parallel parking space on the city street near my apt in the rain. It was awesome (to be done)

Thanks, I am glad it was helpful for you. I am planning on doing one from videos clips I took on the upper ball joints, and another on doing oil filter relocation when I get it done. That might be later today if I have time. Its cold and wet out there though. No garage...

I meant to tell you that I did try the ATF in the mix and it didn't really seem to change anything. I tried it after you suggested it though, just forget to mention it.

How did you get that old sending unit out? I have been trying to get hold of it unsuccessfully for a week now. Nothing seems to fit and its hard to any close to it.

Oh, I know. Still it would be nice to get as many as possible on the map.

Well, my Pathfinder has 185,000 on the odometer, but the engine and clutch were redone at 136,000. My driveline technically has 49k on it, although I have no idea what it went through in the 2 years it was out of my hands.

I know. I wanted everyone to have a chance to see it. 8 people have added themselves overnight. Only another 5400 to go.

The forum has a really great feature that shows a world map of our members, but you have to literally go there and update your location. Its easy to do and only takes a moment. Right now, only 47 users out of about 5400 have indicated where they live on the map. Enter your location here. For questions & more info click here.

Yeah, I typed that into the video title and credit screens too. I caught it afterwards and am uploading a corrected version right now. The audio part is just gonna have to stay in it. Hopefully, no one will be too confused by it.