2004 Nissan Maxima 3.5L Timing Chain Repair Part 1

[DRUMMABOY24]

Were is part 2 of the video

[2012nugget]

@DRUMMABOY24 Should be on my channel.

[kemoblue4u]

Are there any special tools id need other that Philips, flathead, needle nose, and a basic wrench kit? Id really like to tackle this in the summer time just gotta kno how difficult. Thanks.

[2012nugget]

@kemoblue4u It's hard for me to gauge the difficulty level for others. I have been doing it for quite a while so what seems easy to me may be difficult for others depending on their mechanical ability. .

[2012nugget]

@kemoblue4u Yep a basic tool kit will have just about everything you need , just be aware that the bolts are very tight and be sure to have a good bite before applying the pressure to break them loose. Also do not over tighten the bolts on reassembly , the small 10 millimeter bolts for example on the cover will not stand for alot of pressure before striping the threads

[kemoblue4u]

I'm going to replace the two plastic guides and the tensioner. If I get the timing cover off do to replace these parts what has to be done to the chain? Do I try t work around it or try to hold it in place?

[2012nugget]

@kemoblue4u I use a small bungie cord to hold it firmly in place, it doesnt take alot of pressure to hold it at all and the chains are not known for wearing. You should be fine.

[kemoblue4u]

Also...where are you located? 

[2012nugget]

@kemoblue4u Thanks brother, Charlotte N.C. here.

[kemoblue4u]

I'm posting this in a thread on my6thgen.org....it is a maxima enthusiast/owner website. i think itll help a lot of people out.

[blkdrgn1132]

would this instructional also work for the 03 max? also, i replaced my valve covers by my self, both front and back in about 3 hours when i was told by everyone around that it would take 6-8. if i start something like this in the early morning, say 8am, do you think it can be done and up and running again by 6pm same day?

[2012nugget]

@blkdrgn1132 Make sure you have an extra day just in case you have an issue and remember that the bolts are going to be really tight from the factory due to threads sealing. Be sure and have a good bite and use leverage. If you have any problems i'll be glad to help. OnePeace

[DJROWDY]

All of the local shops where scared to touch it, so I had no other choice but to go the the stealership, but you got it down pack, once again nice video!

[DJROWDY]

That was nice to see what the Stealership charged me $1700 to do, I repair this problem about 11 months ago, nice video!

[2012nugget]

@DJROWDY Thanks man,whew 1700 ! Im underpaid...lol.

[kemoblue4u]

My car has this issue. My friend is pretty mechanically savy, I'm just a quick learner. It seems more time consuming than difficult. Is this something my friend and I could tackle on a warm day? Do I need to spend 2 grand( I can't afford, only 19) at a licensed mechanic? Should I just sell it?

Could you add the part numbers for the parts that need to be replaced to the discription?

[2012nugget]

@kemoblue4u I'd say a warm weekend.. a day to teardown and a day to assemble. I do it in a day by myself but it's what I do, ya know. I do it for arround $550-$600 , which I know is a chunk of change, but it is technical. The part number for this one "the guide" was

13091-ZK00A, a 2004 3.5L.You will also need threebond sealer part # 999MP-1217FPP and a front seal #13510-7Y000.All three should run you arround $95, skip the rest and go for it if you cant afford it all. OnePeace

[kemoblue4u]

YOU ARE A GOD SEND. You instruct extremely well. I like the fact that thjmis video shows you what to do as you along along instead if just telling you.

[2012nugget]

@kemoblue4u Thanks brother.