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Thanks for the heads up.

I know this is a little nit picky considering my '95 pathfinder is in overall great shape right now, but does anyone know a way to fix an erratic tachometer. I think this is a common problem based on a little general internet research, but I haven't heard of a way to fix the issue. Is there a way to fix the tach, or is it a replacemnet situation? I understand the gauge display is a one piece job, does that mean I need to find an entire new cluster, or can I go to my local junk yard and just yank the tachometer? Any ideas would be great. And by the way, this forum was great when I was going through the manifold stud pain in the neck. I ended up finding a local mechanic who tapped out the rotted studs for me, patched my frame (the two biggest problems with these rigs), and put me back together all for $300. Without the words of wisdom from this page I think "Patches the Pathfinder" (my girlfriend's nick name for my newly repaired rig) would have left my driveway forever. Thanks for all the help.

The exhaust manifold studs are a major design mistake on the part of Nissan. I just went through the joy of fixing the problem on my '95 pathy. I was hesitant to tackle the job myself, tapping out corroded studs on an aluminum head is not the easiest task, but it is possible with the right tools and patience. I actually had a local good ole' boy mechanic do it for me. He had done the job on a few other V6 Nissans. It is a good idea to get it fixed ASAP. That being said, I listened to the sound you had on your video and it didn't sound like an exhaust leak to me. I'm sure it's not quite the same as hearing it first hand, but it sounded like the valve tap of a V6 with 100K+ miles on it. (Which is to be expected, and not a major issue) I suggest removing the heat shileds around the exhaust manifold (start with the side you think the noise is coming from) and visually inspecting the studs. From what I understand the studs toward the front of the manifold are the most likely to go. I also suggest putting light torque on them even if they are there. I did this and the head of the stud came right off. You may see them there, but there might not be much left. I know that's a lot to digest, but like I said I just went through the whole process. Look around on this site as well, there used to be some great pictures of the manifold showing where all the studs are exactly. Good luck and let us know how it turns out.

So gentlemen, (and I use that term loosely because I know off-road guys) I too have broken exhaust manifold studs. In fact, that is what has led me to your forum. So here is the question: Can you fix this problem without pulling the heads? I liked the idea of using the dremmel and turning the piece of s$*t studs into screws, especially since they're giving me the screw job now. How practical is it really? What is the best solution. I'd love to talk to someone that has done it in the past. I love the Pathfinder, but she's about 1 more problem away from the car crusher. Let me know what you guys think. -Frustrated in Pathfinder Purgatory :oops: