Valve cover gasket replacement on Infiniti I30 and Nissan Maxima: As the VG30 gets older, and more of them get up there in mileage, a common problem has come to light. The valve covers and spark plug seals often leak oil. Both out onto the block, and into the spark plug tubes. This can diminish […]
Removing and Installing the Rear O2 sensor on a Nissan Maxima/Infiniti I30
This describes the removal and installation of the rear O2 sensor behind the catalytic converter for 95-99(Federal Emissions) Maxima/I30s. Items Needed: PB Blaster (or other rust penetrant) 22mm Wrench Flat Head Screwdriver Electrical Tape Jack and Stands Work Light First you will need to remove the bad O2 sensor. Use generous amounts (frequently) of the […]
Installing a PCV Blow-by Oil Catch on a Nissan Maxima/Infiniti I30
Credit to Beancooker for the writeup. I TAKE NO RESPONSIBILITY IF YOU MESS UP YOUR CAR!!! PROCEED AT YOUR OWN RISK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! O.k. this is a really easy mod, it won’t give you horsepower, per se, but keeps you from burning any blow-by oil and dirtying your intake manifold. Also adding oil to gas lowers octane […]
Refinishing the Headlights on an Infiniti I30/Nissan Maxima
How to refinish your headlight to make them look brand new. This DIY article will show you how to remove the haze from your I30/Maxima headlights. Tools/Materials Needed: Wet/dry sandpaper in 1000, 1200, 1500, and 2000 grit Car polish (not wax, but a fine cut polish) Soft cloth or those blue autozone paper towels Spray […]