@@mikescott6647 It is called Sunset Drive by Future Joust. Not sure if this link will work but here it is on TH-cam -- th-cam.com/video/CE5x1IK8elA/w-d-xo.html
I’m glad you knew about the SMOD. I was going to comment on that and let you know. That is usually the reason those transmissions die. That Xterra sounds like it has bad timing chain guides too. It’ll run a long time like that but it has that loud whine. It should not whine like that. The fix is replacing the timing chains and guides. There are updated parts available from Nissan that will prevent it from happening again.
I saw a prototype at a car show the year before they launched - picked my own up in '02 and still have it. Still looks and drives like new too. I'm never getting rid of it :)
I have a 2nd Gen that I love...there's certain things to watch out for, but aside from those issues (which were fixed by 2010-2015 models) they're a great vehicle. Mine is lifted on 33's with the rear gutted so I could add a pull out kitchen and sleeping area and storage. I drive it cross country from MN to Moab, UT a couple times a year. I go offroad camping on 4x4 trails on the way down there and back, and do some really epic scenic 4x4 trails while I'm down there camping for a couple weeks. Worth every penny and hour spent for the moments and memories it's given back to me.
@@jacobyo99 On the 1st generation the roof bump with the roof rack made the profile of the truck! Plus the rear seat is elevated a bit and leverages that bump. The few times I have been riding in the back and not driving it was nice and my nieces and nephews certainly appreciated the boost over the year. The bulge in the back was Meh - I was always surprised it took them five years to put the logo in the middle of it.
That lift saves a lot of work lying on the the floor. Me and My friends use to change out trans without the lift but we were all very young then I could not do that now. Thanks for the Video.
great job !! so happy to see Xterra run on its own ! just wish I had same size shop to work on my Xterra and do all the fixes I need to do on it lol but oh well.. outside it is for now thats where I work on it
Kool that Duncan got mentioned in this. He's a great guy and a great source for parts for the X! Way to go, Duncan (and JR, of course)! Now if I could only find another X I could afford!
After all these years I still love the look of the xterra. My sister had a beautiful one for about 2 months, I cant remember what exactly happened but the repair bill was so high that she just let it go.
My husband owns one of these, a 2006, it was the 4X4 of the year that year. What an awesome vehicle! Goes anywhere! We finally had to put some serious money into it, but it was wear and tear. 130K miles. Looks brand new. He gets offers all the time from people checking it out.
had a 2007 Pathfinder.. radiator did the Strawberry milkshake! I noticed your engine has the timing chain issue too! I can hear it whining. I drove mine 100k with that whine, so they do last as long as you keep the oil changed/clean.
Checked out the site - doesn't let you browse the site for parts. Instead, what it does is the NUMBER ONE thing I despise about parts sites - a form. A freaking FORM, people! I HATE forms. Well that didn't take long to strike out.
I'm getting ready to buy one of these so I'm watching all the videos on how to fix these. Very impressed with how eased it is to work on these vehicles. Unfortunately America seems to be going the way of Cuba so I want to make sure I have all the tools I need and a vehicle that I can do all the repairs on myself
I love my '02 supercharged 5 speed 4x4 :) I also got to tour that plant in 2003 - was a big group of us Xterra owners. Had a blast and everyone was super nice. That place was huge!
You are a blessed guy indeed John Ross. They say if you want to be successful to surround yourself with like minded people who are also successful. Be humble and grateful. Hope your family is well physically.
I have a 2008 S 4x4, second owner for 6 years now. It has a 3 inch lift with 33s, ARB bumper, Hard Core PA tire carrier, Baja design ditch lights, cali raised LED light bar and this summer a VK56 (Titan V8) goes in. You should look up the swap, its actually very easy and most of it bolts right up. Not a lot of people know how great these trucks are and how Nissan made a ton of stuff interchangeable.
Well it sounds like from the opening that this trans was a success. If you have issues down the road you have a ton of parts to swap around or if you want some extra content rebuild the old one on the bench and give it with the truck when you sell it. If not you'll have a ready to go backup. We rebuilt the 727 for my Dart on the driveway in front of it years ago just using a Atra transmission manual and a 50 dollar rebuild master kit plus a new pump and heavy duty cast band.
Just picked up a manual 2012 Xterra from original owner for $4500 with 193K miles. Spent it's life in 6th gear going back and forth to Florida. So far a great truck. Same color as this one in the video.
It does have a fog light harness, but you might need a new fog light switch under the steering wheel bcs the original one won't have fog lights on/off on it. I bypassed it on my Pathfinder with a different harness and switch for less than $15. At the time when I was doing this job, the switch itself was over $100.
Like clockwork 99% of the time 11:45pm. Bad hatch struts -- if you ever look at a car that has good struts hood or hatch you should run, run as fast as you can.
So When I see you and Josh working together I just see seamless efficiency. I love watch you guys work. I'm sure Josh has plenty of work and life on his plate but you should really consider opening the shop together. I'm not sure I speak for everyone but I think this would do wonders for your youtube future. The channel has gotten away from things I normally find interest in. Although I still watch it and figure it will get back to which it seems to be. I honestly thought you and Josh broke up as well haha!. I will be honest and your interviews leave much to be desired. To much looking at the camera and repeated phrases etc. That's a nickpick and I know that's not something you normally do, but seems like something you will start incorporating into the channel.
I have the Frontier witch is basically the truck version of the X. 170.000 Miles has lasted the loan and shows no signs of letting up. Put an AllDogs lift on it. Single best new vehicle we have ever purchased. Trying to talk the wife into getting ready of her over priced POS Jeep Wrangler and getting the New Pro 4X Frontier after a year or two of production.
I was about to say the same thing lol I did timing chain guides on two xterras they are a pain. Buy original parts. One truck I worked on had them fail with only 60K miles
Hey, after the tranny swap you discovered a classic Xterra mystery problem...nothing when you turn the key. My daughter had an '05 that she loved but it developed the same no start issue. Two shops and then the Nissan dealer couldn't find/fix the problem. The dealer said it was fixed but the next morning it had the same problem. She got her money back from the dealer thankfully. She ended up trading the Xterra cuz she couldn't trust it. The Internet didn't offer a definitive answer. But JR found the fix. Way to go. BTW - Love the vintage Hooker Headers shirt.
I looked at and drove a 2001 1st Gen recently. Owner flat out said he thought the transmission was going out. I checked the fluid and it was clean and not burnt. I noticed the engine revved pretty high starting it up...vacuum leak maybe but would that affect shifting? It doesn't slip, just doesn't shift very well and won't shift past 3rd gear. Shift solenoid I'd guess. I would have bought it but when I put it into 4x4 something is broken up front, I presume axle joint. He wouldn't back down past $900 so I passed with that many issues. I just don't know Nissans well enough to figure if it's worth fixing. I'm all ears for any thoughts/opinions. Oh, it also has the common valve cover gasket leak, has 200k on the clock but doesn't burn oil, no rust, and unless he changed the transmission fluid it was clean and in good shape. I just don't want a project vehicle but need a good 4x4 where I live in the boonies. Thanks!
When I did trans lines on my one express van I adjusted the fluid level by feel. Filled it up close, drove it, it slipped some on the 1-2 so I added another half quart and then it was right on.
I know it’s a cheap flip, but if you ever snag another one of these or a 2nd gen frontier, I work for Alldogs Offroad in Lincoln, NE. We specialize in building lifts for the Nissans. Would be fun to work with a midwest YT channel!
Hi JR. Great to see you back at fixing the cheap clunker. So many channels move on to super cars and stuff 99% of us never have in our garage. Stick with the cheap and flip it.. there are soo many out there. The shop is great but I was getting a bit tired of those videos. :-P
Hey John, just fyi, your audio level is always about 2x louder than every other YT video I watch. I always have to make a mad dash for the remote to turn it down. If you wouldn't mind lowering those levels a bit you would save me (and most likely others) from having to do that. Other than that, I love your channel. That new warehouse is awesome, Can't wait to see it finished.
There was a TV show called Cheers. Everytime a good customer came in everyone said "Norm" I think all the ORiley's guys are going to say JR! Everytime he walks in.
They're fine if you source a manual transmission, otherwise any of the Xterra/Frontiers after 2009 where fixed for this issue and don't have issues. If you look at older than 09 then just make sure you test the trans for slippage, if it's SMOD and someone flushed it, it'll slip within a 10 mile trek.
I hear 👂 a noise when turn it on . It’s how humming noise . Like super chargers. Timing chain shoe are worn. There is a Service bulletin . To replace the shoe on secondary chains .
When you are ready to sell the Xterra let me know. If the price is right I am interested for my teenagers' first car. Plus I am here in Wichita so no road trip.
That has an access cover to get to the converter bolts. I had a frontier at the shop that I had to torch a hole through both covers on the passenger side behind the reinforcement bracket to get to the converter bolts! 34k and they had loosened up. There was no correct way to get to them unless I pulled the transmission.
Josh...great tutorials on this 2007 Xterra transmission swap..You covered every aspect of what I appear to face on my '05 Xterra 4x4. I bought it used 6 months ago, read all about the 'milkshake' issue with the tranny. Mine recently had a small trans leak last week, the check engine light went off so I pulled off and shut it down. I saw trans fluid dripping near the bell housing but I couldn't locate it. Now I'm wondering if the trans has been contaminated by the radiator afterall. I havent seen any sign of strawberry milkshake but shifting has a sort of shutter and sometimes it slips into Neutral.. So, I have to ask...what would Josh do? ...a Jayhawk in Portland..my first car..(1970 Datsun 260Z coupe...I'm a Nissan fan to the end.
Would like to see some detailing videos. Or maybe just the products you use. Curious about the ceramic coating. Hear good things and bad things about using it, and the prep work needed before applying. I know there’s lots of videos out there, but mainly just seem to be trying to sell something, and I feel like we can trust what you have to say. Love your videos. Peace
Kind of sounds like the timing chain tensioners are worn out. Common problem with 2nd gen Xterra’s. Hard to tell on the video but sounds like a whining sound when you started it?
Mine was a $550 2001 2.4L (4-banger) Xterra with 162k & a manual transmission that ate it's countershaft bearings. Pulled a $500 transmission from a 2001 Frontier and bolted it right up good as new. Funny how similar yet totally different this seems. Nice second gen tho, love the color! Do you plan on keeping it?
I just got rid of a 2006 exterra.. it need engine work. I think it spun a bearing because it wouldn't turn over. Oh well now in the junk yard. The body was in great condition. It had about 100k miles. Loved that exterra,it was 4wd..I miss it.
@@richardgeorge8294 Its a pretty common issue on these motors especially if they weren't maintained well. My friends 07 Xterras chains are still silent at 195,000 miles but he has took better then perfect care of the engine when it comes to oil changes. His oil analysis at 180,000 miles came back better then perfect for wear metals.
I just hate it when you do a massive repair job and it doesn't run because of something unforeseen like the shift position in this case. What a good feeling when it does purr and run.
I've wanted one of these for so long. I can only hope I have enough money set aside when this one goes up for sale. The grey is actually the color I've wanted as I'm just not a yellow guy. I've tried for years to find one around here not already trashed out unsuccessfully. I need another SUV as mine RIPed a year ago and I've been killing my wifes poor minivan ever since. Don't get me wrong, I love driving her Grand caravan, super comfortable. But it doesn't haul trailers and my father is sick of me stealing his jeep all the time. lol.
Fixed for free...after I paid for shipping for a transmission that was given in exchange for advertising and used a lift and transmission Jack to install. So for most anyone else it would cost more and be harder to swap.
Awesome vid man! Would love to get you on the show and talk about your new truck! Might be able to help you with some of the info on these as I have owned a couple Xterra’s and frontier.
In my country South Africa the Nissan is called Navara, we also have a truck called NP300 which is still manufactured today, it's 2021 and nothing new from Nissan.
Worked on one of these before.. replaced the trans and everything. Ended up being the TPS (Throttle Position Sensor) that was causing it to shift funny lol was so mad.
*Alcoa Seamless Aluminum (stainless driveshaft would be pretty pointless)
What is the name of the song playing at 5:30 pleaseeee
I was thinking that it's strange that the worlds largest Aluminum producer supplies SS drive shafts. LOL
@@mikescott6647 It is called Sunset Drive by Future Joust. Not sure if this link will work but here it is on TH-cam -- th-cam.com/video/CE5x1IK8elA/w-d-xo.html
@@MrGattor33 you rock brother! Thank you! 💪🏻🙌🏻
@@mikescott6647 😁 Hahaha you're very welcome 👍🏼
I’ve watched his channel for a long time and Josh is a great friend to have in my opinion. He truly seems like a nice guy. And a great sense of humor.
LOL "Cops" and "Hooker" working together 🤣🤣🤣🤣
😂😂😂 I did't even realize...
This one wins todays Internet.
Netflix Special: Wichita Vice.
TJ Hooker
Whatcha gonna do when they come for you...
Walmart has battery’s for $50, I bought one 3 years ago still working great and I swear they are the best batteries ever
Or Costco. Easily half price from Autozone, O:Reilly's, etc.
You must be in a warmer climate mine lasted a little more than a year
@@DocNo27
Costco has the replacement thing, too.... if you plan on keeping a car forever.
I’m glad you knew about the SMOD. I was going to comment on that and let you know. That is usually the reason those transmissions die.
That Xterra sounds like it has bad timing chain guides too. It’ll run a long time like that but it has that loud whine. It should not whine like that. The fix is replacing the timing chains and guides. There are updated parts available from Nissan that will prevent it from happening again.
I always wanted one of these things. Such a good looking SUV.
I saw a prototype at a car show the year before they launched - picked my own up in '02 and still have it. Still looks and drives like new too. I'm never getting rid of it :)
I have a 2nd Gen that I love...there's certain things to watch out for, but aside from those issues (which were fixed by 2010-2015 models) they're a great vehicle. Mine is lifted on 33's with the rear gutted so I could add a pull out kitchen and sleeping area and storage. I drive it cross country from MN to Moab, UT a couple times a year. I go offroad camping on 4x4 trails on the way down there and back, and do some really epic scenic 4x4 trails while I'm down there camping for a couple weeks. Worth every penny and hour spent for the moments and memories it's given back to me.
I never cared for how the roof bumps up or the lump in the tailgate, but other than that, I agree
@@jacobyo99 On the 1st generation the roof bump with the roof rack made the profile of the truck!
Plus the rear seat is elevated a bit and leverages that bump. The few times I have been riding in the back and not driving it was nice and my nieces and nephews certainly appreciated the boost over the year.
The bulge in the back was Meh - I was always surprised it took them five years to put the logo in the middle of it.
Get 1.. they are fun to drive around
Aww... I miss seeing JR working together with his neighbours.
I farted
That’s his brother I thought ?
Indeed. The shop is cool and all, but miss the vibe of the home garage.
@@Zer0Fall3n no
Abidamn: agreed
Great to see Josh on the last few episodes!
That lift saves a lot of work lying on the the floor. Me and My friends use to change out trans without the lift but we were all very young then I could not do that now. Thanks for the Video.
great job !! so happy to see Xterra run on its own ! just wish I had same size shop to work on my Xterra and do all the fixes I need to do on it lol but oh well.. outside it is for now thats where I work on it
Kool that Duncan got mentioned in this. He's a great guy and a great source for parts for the X! Way to go, Duncan (and JR, of course)! Now if I could only find another X I could afford!
After all these years I still love the look of the xterra. My sister had a beautiful one for about 2 months, I cant remember what exactly happened but the repair bill was so high that she just let it go.
Whoop whoop! All the mid 2000s mom suvs for the win! Awesome work JR!!!
Mom?! Hell no.
@@pennywiseguy182 I’m just quoting the words of the man himself. Relax.
I enjoy when you and Josh work together. The Rolls Smoke in a cramped garaged were some of the best video's. Stick around Josh!
Welcome back JOSH!! Your unassuming, quiet, yet confident demeanor has been missed.
Love Josh's sarcasm.
Every time you succeed in fixing a problem it feels like my own success. Good luck and wish you a lot of success.
My husband owns one of these, a 2006, it was the 4X4 of the year that year. What an awesome vehicle! Goes anywhere! We finally had to put some serious money into it, but it was wear and tear. 130K miles. Looks brand new. He gets offers all the time from people checking it out.
had a 2007 Pathfinder.. radiator did the Strawberry milkshake! I noticed your engine has the timing chain issue too! I can hear it whining. I drove mine 100k with that whine, so they do last as long as you keep the oil changed/clean.
Did the transmission line re-plumb 100k miles ago on my 2010 Xterra before a catastrophic failure...still going strong--knock on wood!
Josh: "Did you put the starter back in?" LOL!
One of them lifts should just have Joshs name on it for all the cars you did in his shop😂
Maybe the lifts should be called Josh, Jake, Gabe, and Zach 😆
Always educational when you run into the unexpected. Just shows every brand has it's quirks. Thanks JRGo!
Checked out the site - doesn't let you browse the site for parts. Instead, what it does is the NUMBER ONE thing I despise about parts sites - a form. A freaking FORM, people! I HATE forms. Well that didn't take long to strike out.
When Josh is on the case....sh1t gets done 😂
O'Reilly's could afford the remodel because of WatchJRGo!
Love your enthusiasm in opening all these parts
I'm getting ready to buy one of these so I'm watching all the videos on how to fix these. Very impressed with how eased it is to work on these vehicles. Unfortunately America seems to be going the way of Cuba so I want to make sure I have all the tools I need and a vehicle that I can do all the repairs on myself
Really enjoying your repair videos, you stay so calm when things don’t go right as planned. Peace
"Did you put the starter back in!?"
I used to work at the Nissan Plant in Smyrna TN and got to put these together and drive the Manual transmissions, those were the BEST.
I love my '02 supercharged 5 speed 4x4 :)
I also got to tour that plant in 2003 - was a big group of us Xterra owners. Had a blast and everyone was super nice. That place was huge!
My 2009 has 360,000 miles and still runs great..i take very good care of it
And i call it the BEAST!
You are a blessed guy indeed John Ross. They say if you want to be successful to surround yourself with like minded people who are also successful. Be humble and grateful. Hope your family is well physically.
I have a 2008 S 4x4, second owner for 6 years now. It has a 3 inch lift with 33s, ARB bumper, Hard Core PA tire carrier, Baja design ditch lights, cali raised LED light bar and this summer a VK56 (Titan V8) goes in. You should look up the swap, its actually very easy and most of it bolts right up. Not a lot of people know how great these trucks are and how Nissan made a ton of stuff interchangeable.
Well it sounds like from the opening that this trans was a success. If you have issues down the road you have a ton of parts to swap around or if you want some extra content rebuild the old one on the bench and give it with the truck when you sell it. If not you'll have a ready to go backup. We rebuilt the 727 for my Dart on the driveway in front of it years ago just using a Atra transmission manual and a 50 dollar rebuild master kit plus a new pump and heavy duty cast band.
The best content on the interwebs! Thank you for the smiles you bring.
Good for you man. I hope you get a lot of miles out of that X.
Just picked up a manual 2012 Xterra from original owner for $4500 with 193K miles. Spent it's life in 6th gear going back and forth to Florida. So far a great truck. Same color as this one in the video.
Your channel progress so much ‼️ I wish you many blessings
Ah, that priceless moment when you turn the key after finishing a big job, and...
NOTHING HAPPENS...
That moment really sucks lol
@@Julian-do7bv Yes, yes it does...
It does have a fog light harness, but you might need a new fog light switch under the steering wheel bcs the original one won't have fog lights on/off on it. I bypassed it on my Pathfinder with a different harness and switch for less than $15. At the time when I was doing this job, the switch itself was over $100.
Like clockwork 99% of the time 11:45pm. Bad hatch struts -- if you ever look at a car that has good struts hood or hatch you should run, run as fast as you can.
So When I see you and Josh working together I just see seamless efficiency. I love watch you guys work. I'm sure Josh has plenty of work and life on his plate but you should really consider opening the shop together. I'm not sure I speak for everyone but I think this would do wonders for your youtube future. The channel has gotten away from things I normally find interest in. Although I still watch it and figure it will get back to which it seems to be. I honestly thought you and Josh broke up as well haha!. I will be honest and your interviews leave much to be desired. To much looking at the camera and repeated phrases etc. That's a nickpick and I know that's not something you normally do, but seems like something you will start incorporating into the channel.
It sure helps to have the right tools and those nice lifts. Another fine job done.
I have the Frontier witch is basically the truck version of the X. 170.000 Miles has lasted the loan and shows no signs of letting up. Put an AllDogs lift on it. Single best new vehicle we have ever purchased. Trying to talk the wife into getting ready of her over priced POS Jeep Wrangler and getting the New Pro 4X Frontier after a year or two of production.
i recommend changing out the timing chain that's causing that whine that's notorious on the vq40de😁
Yep... that whine is unmistakable. Definitely needs the secondary timing chain guides replaced.
I was about to say the same thing lol I did timing chain guides on two xterras they are a pain. Buy original parts. One truck I worked on had them fail with only 60K miles
Nice! The lift is in tune with the melody of the background music. Nice touch
Hey, after the tranny swap you discovered a classic Xterra mystery problem...nothing when you turn the key. My daughter had an '05 that she loved but it developed the same no start issue. Two shops and then the Nissan dealer couldn't find/fix the problem. The dealer said it was fixed but the next morning it had the same problem. She got her money back from the dealer thankfully. She ended up trading the Xterra cuz she couldn't trust it. The Internet didn't offer a definitive answer. But JR found the fix. Way to go.
BTW - Love the vintage Hooker Headers shirt.
Cool to see Duncan Mills get shouted out on WatchJRGo! Dude is awesome for the Nissan community!
I looked at and drove a 2001 1st Gen recently. Owner flat out said he thought the transmission was going out. I checked the fluid and it was clean and not burnt. I noticed the engine revved pretty high starting it up...vacuum leak maybe but would that affect shifting? It doesn't slip, just doesn't shift very well and won't shift past 3rd gear. Shift solenoid I'd guess. I would have bought it but when I put it into 4x4 something is broken up front, I presume axle joint. He wouldn't back down past $900 so I passed with that many issues. I just don't know Nissans well enough to figure if it's worth fixing. I'm all ears for any thoughts/opinions. Oh, it also has the common valve cover gasket leak, has 200k on the clock but doesn't burn oil, no rust, and unless he changed the transmission fluid it was clean and in good shape. I just don't want a project vehicle but need a good 4x4 where I live in the boonies. Thanks!
When I did trans lines on my one express van I adjusted the fluid level by feel. Filled it up close, drove it, it slipped some on the 1-2 so I added another half quart and then it was right on.
My car also has the foglights wires. Just pop the lights in and they work. I have a Toyota. Funny that manufactures already got them pre-wired.
I know it’s a cheap flip, but if you ever snag another one of these or a 2nd gen frontier, I work for Alldogs Offroad in Lincoln, NE. We specialize in building lifts for the Nissans. Would be fun to work with a midwest YT channel!
Hi JR. Great to see you back at fixing the cheap clunker. So many channels move on to super cars and stuff 99% of us never have in our garage. Stick with the cheap and flip it.. there are soo many out there. The shop is great but I was getting a bit tired of those videos. :-P
Another one saved! Great job
Hey John, just fyi, your audio level is always about 2x louder than every other YT video I watch. I always have to make a mad dash for the remote to turn it down. If you wouldn't mind lowering those levels a bit you would save me (and most likely others) from having to do that. Other than that, I love your channel. That new warehouse is awesome, Can't wait to see it finished.
This is one of favorite Tubes. Thx for making them.
Thanks for the link, JR. Now I can order some of the parts I need for my 06 Pathfinder.
Welcome back Josh! Shame you had to use wrench, was thinking only duct tape. Wow, free transmission, thanks Nissan Parts Puller.
There was a TV show called Cheers. Everytime a good customer came in everyone said "Norm" I think all the ORiley's guys are going to say JR! Everytime he walks in.
One if the most under rated lil SUV’s ever!
Still 1of the BEST LOOKING SUV's in my opinion. I wish I heard they were reliable
They're fine if you source a manual transmission, otherwise any of the Xterra/Frontiers after 2009 where fixed for this issue and don't have issues. If you look at older than 09 then just make sure you test the trans for slippage, if it's SMOD and someone flushed it, it'll slip within a 10 mile trek.
Thanks for the Nissan parts plug JR. Hoping I can get a running board for a 2013 Armada
I hear 👂 a noise when turn it on . It’s how humming noise . Like super chargers. Timing chain shoe are worn. There is a Service bulletin . To replace the shoe on secondary chains .
When you are ready to sell the Xterra let me know. If the price is right I am interested for my teenagers' first car. Plus I am here in Wichita so no road trip.
WatchJRGo
Send him an email. Good choice for your kid's first car. Best of luck to you!
That has an access cover to get to the converter bolts. I had a frontier at the shop that I had to torch a hole through both covers on the passenger side behind the reinforcement bracket to get to the converter bolts! 34k and they had loosened up. There was no correct way to get to them unless I pulled the transmission.
Josh...great tutorials on this 2007 Xterra transmission swap..You covered every aspect of what I appear to face on my '05 Xterra 4x4. I bought it used 6 months ago, read all about the 'milkshake' issue with the tranny. Mine recently had a small trans leak last week, the check engine light went off so I pulled off and shut it down. I saw trans fluid dripping near the bell housing but I couldn't locate it.
Now I'm wondering if the trans has been contaminated by the radiator afterall. I havent seen any sign of strawberry milkshake but shifting has a sort of shutter and sometimes it slips into Neutral.. So, I have to ask...what would Josh do?
...a Jayhawk in Portland..my first car..(1970 Datsun 260Z coupe...I'm a Nissan fan to the end.
I did bypass on my truck and about 50K no problem. I do live in Canada so no super hot weather.
As soon as you said no start signal and I saw 0v on meter, Park switch issue popped into my mind... then a few secs later it fired right up..
Just bought a 2006! Love these things. Have a 2000 & a 2002 as well lol
I use Valvoline Maxlife ATF on all my cars (Mercedes, Volvo, Chevrolet). Works great
You and Josh work well together. These are good vehicles.
Great job Josh and JR . Back on the Road !
My 04 Xterra loves to not start because the neutral safety switch is wonky sometimes.
Would like to see some detailing videos. Or maybe just the products you use. Curious about the ceramic coating. Hear good things and bad things about using it, and the prep work needed before applying. I know there’s lots of videos out there, but mainly just seem to be trying to sell something, and I feel like we can trust what you have to say. Love your videos. Peace
Kind of sounds like the timing chain tensioners are worn out. Common problem with 2nd gen Xterra’s. Hard to tell on the video but sounds like a whining sound when you started it?
Should have got a pic of Josh chasing Jr in those shirts...
Needs timing chain guides. They are whining bad.
Yes! It! Does!
Needs everything replaced not a 750$ project anymore Nissan junk
Haha i heard the whine on the first video he did on the xterra
Mine was a $550 2001 2.4L (4-banger) Xterra with 162k & a manual transmission that ate it's countershaft bearings. Pulled a $500 transmission from a 2001 Frontier and bolted it right up good as new. Funny how similar yet totally different this seems.
Nice second gen tho, love the color! Do you plan on keeping it?
Going to need to change the secondary timing belt guides yours are damaged that what is causing the whine sound at start up and when accelerating.
I just got rid of a 2006 exterra.. it need engine work. I think it spun a bearing because it wouldn't turn over. Oh well now in the junk yard. The body was in great condition. It had about 100k miles. Loved that exterra,it was 4wd..I miss it.
Push shift manually and it works. Yep, it is always the simple things that get you. Great that you didn’t need a CVT.
Wow, viewers who are actually helpful - Thanks, Nissan Parts Puller.
Good to see josh back again.
Corporate had the O'reilys remodeled because that location is on youtube a lot.
They did all the Wichita ones in the last couple weeks, I think it’s just because they were dated 🍻
When timing chain guides/chains go bad on the VQ40 engines they tend to make a turbo/supercharger whine like this one is doing.
Yes, my 2007 did this at 115K miles.
You can hear the whine when he test drove it haha. My 2007 did the same thing
@@richardgeorge8294 Its a pretty common issue on these motors especially if they weren't maintained well. My friends 07 Xterras chains are still silent at 195,000 miles but he has took better then perfect care of the engine when it comes to oil changes. His oil analysis at 180,000 miles came back better then perfect for wear metals.
What's with the uncovered conduit box on the Bend Pak? Not very code compliant....
I just hate it when you do a massive repair job and it doesn't run because of something unforeseen like the shift position in this case. What a good feeling when it does purr and run.
When you pull the banjo bolts, legend says you hear 'You got a purty mouth'.
I've wanted one of these for so long. I can only hope I have enough money set aside when this one goes up for sale. The grey is actually the color I've wanted as I'm just not a yellow guy. I've tried for years to find one around here not already trashed out unsuccessfully. I need another SUV as mine RIPed a year ago and I've been killing my wifes poor minivan ever since. Don't get me wrong, I love driving her Grand caravan, super comfortable. But it doesn't haul trailers and my father is sick of me stealing his jeep all the time. lol.
Nice to see Josh back on the channel!! Keep up the amazing job 👍
Fixed for free...after I paid for shipping for a transmission that was given in exchange for advertising and used a lift and transmission Jack to install. So for most anyone else it would cost more and be harder to swap.
Good for you man! But sheetz where do all of you guys find these great buys!!??!!! Hoovie and his Land Cruiser, and you and this Nissan!!!
I couldn’t wait for this video! Nice job JR! What will be the next Nissan purchase?
I swear im here every night doing my schoolwork im not gonna need in the future
same
i can tell you you're right, but it does prove you're able to handle a certain complexity. And that's what it's for :)
Awesome vid man! Would love to get you on the show and talk about your new truck! Might be able to help you with some of the info on these as I have owned a couple Xterra’s and frontier.
Does Nissan parts puller have 350Z parts?
I think he’ll get whatever parts you need! 💯
In my country South Africa the Nissan is called Navara, we also have a truck called NP300 which is still manufactured today, it's 2021 and nothing new from Nissan.
That lift is such a life saver and you have 4 colossal lift jealousy here, did you get the heating up and running yet 👍🏻
Worked on one of these before.. replaced the trans and everything. Ended up being the TPS (Throttle Position Sensor) that was causing it to shift funny lol was so mad.