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@janpur1417 8 сағат бұрын
I am a big toyota fan and got 4 of their 4x4's. since they screw up with newer versions, I am considering an armada. Question is 2024 or 2025! iI love the V8 and simplicity in it as opposed to V6 TT on 2025 with air suspension. I keep cars for a lifetime so V8 2024 would last longer due to it been low on tech stuff and suspension. What do you think?
@Garage23 6 сағат бұрын
The 2024 generation seem to have a lot of electrical gremlins, particularly with the infotainment system. But other than that it's a good option. The 2025 looks very promising just with the mechanical upgrades over previous years. The turbo V6 also should be pretty solid as Nissan has had great success with the GTR, Q50RS and new Z, i still prefer a V8 in a truck but many automakers are moving to turbo 6s. The only drawback i see is the air suspension but that should be fairly simple to upgrade down the line.
@erikparra5150 11 күн бұрын
Hey man!, I have an 08 with rack pinion leaking, is this brand Detroit Axle, still been good after this time? Any issues? Thanks! Thinking about buying replacement.
@Garage23 10 күн бұрын
Yes this was the Detroit Axle brand. Been great so far, only thing I’ve noticed is the steering is a bit heavier than before. Not sure if due to rack being set up tight, or possibly new tie rods with less give. But overall very happy with it.
@patrickschloth1621 17 күн бұрын
Nice Job!
@Garage23 10 күн бұрын
Thanks!!
@davidbryanttrucking 17 күн бұрын
The door handle clips on my 95 have been replaced by zip ties. Zip ties are the best. 👍
@Garage23 10 күн бұрын
Same on my Altima 😅
@phant0meagle 18 күн бұрын
I just did this hope it fixes it
@Fleant 19 күн бұрын
Is it BR-RS modèle ?
@Garage23 19 күн бұрын
Yes RS model (rubber bushings)
@growlith6969 19 күн бұрын
Wow, been a while since I've checked in, I think the prototype was just being made last time I looked. I've forgotten everything I ever looked up about lifting these things. I have two armadas now and would like to make one of them a decent trail machine. From your website it looks like the rear uppers pretty much fit everything and correct the crap camber when you lift them, but do you have an opinion on what lift components are going to work the best with the new arms?
@Garage23 19 күн бұрын
Hey thanks for checking in! Any suspension lift that lands you around 39” of ride height at the rear fender on 35s would probably be best as that’s what ours happens to be and that’s what they were designed around. A bit under or over is fine as I tried to allow the oem eccentric bolts to have a usable range again as opposed to just being maxed out.
@davidryde6296 21 күн бұрын
31s and took the steps off of my 09 Pathfinder. It is fine, minus the fact that it needs an LSD.
@Garage23 19 күн бұрын
I really want to remove my steps also but I’ve noticed a strong correlation between that and seat cushion longevity 😅 really need to work on some rock rails
@davidryde6296 19 күн бұрын
@Garage23 my seat already had a tear.
@Martykoi 24 күн бұрын
More off road videos on Armadas please!
@Garage23 23 күн бұрын
On the schedule for winter now that it’s not a million degrees outside in Arizona 🙌
@AustinKamuela 24 күн бұрын
First step to doing auto electrical correctly: Bang head against wall for 2 days 😂
@Garage23 23 күн бұрын
Pretty much 😅 still have no clue why my ecu won’t start the same engine
@Hamnation11 25 күн бұрын
Great video. Do an uprev ecu swap with EVT working. Also a write up making fans work like stock. I know its a minor thing but it would complete the oem feel.
@Garage23 25 күн бұрын
Yeah there’s definitely still some things to iron out but we’ll figure it out. As for the EVT, currently it doesn’t seem worth the amount of work for a single digit gain but we’re gonna look into using a 7gen harness/ecu and see if that’s feasible.
@4dscjoshneal 25 күн бұрын
@Garage23 that's what I'm planning for my 4th gen maxima 😅
@Garage23 25 күн бұрын
Nice! I’m going the G37 route with my Altima 😶
@CvMike93 25 күн бұрын
Would you sell ready to go harnesses?? If so hm?
@Garage23 25 күн бұрын
The problem is the dash harness has to be modified as well for the newer style gauge cluster and that’s not easily removable. So you’d be left with no gauges.
@CvMike93 25 күн бұрын
@ i dont mind repinning the dash harness as ive done it before for the i35 speedo.
@Garage23 25 күн бұрын
If you feel comfortable addressing the cluster then we can definitely build you the engine harness.
@kopimart 25 күн бұрын
oh man what a game changer!
@Garage23 25 күн бұрын
For sure!
@Eliathan18 27 күн бұрын
You just saved my daily 🥹 I got to find some UCA like yours though, mine are done for. Also like those wheels, got me looking for some already😂
@Garage23 25 күн бұрын
Yeah those wheels looked a lot better than I thought
@bbychann Ай бұрын
😍😍😍
@Garage23 25 күн бұрын
🫶🫶🫶
@kevinreyes3894 Ай бұрын
I changed my thermostat on my 2005 350z and it is not working, the thermostat does not open and the fans turn on and do not turn off because the water does not circulate Is it because I should purge it better or is it for another reason? What is the correct way to get all the air out? thank you
@Garage23 25 күн бұрын
Sounds like you still have air in the system, it takes a few tries but I just drove a while then let it cool down and fill from the port on the heater hose. Repeat as needed
@Chaosvex Ай бұрын
It's too late to offer a solution but the way I solved the latch bracket not lining up was to use an extension piece (not sure what they're actually called) that sits between the bracket and the core support, with a longer bolt going through it. It'll allow the two holes to align perfectly with zero modification to the car or bracket. I wanted to avoid hammering the bracket as most people do and I haven't seen anybody else do it this way but it works great. If your hood isn't closing properly, lift the bracket up slightly. Went through the same thing.
@Garage23 Ай бұрын
Yeah it still doesn’t feel great, I got it to open and close reliably now after messing with it for a while but it definitely feels like the latch needs to come up a tiny bit higher than the mounting points allow.
@Chaosvex Ай бұрын
Just a heads up but the screws aren't Philips, they're JIS. If you're ever finding it difficult to remove any of the million screws (as I did), grab a set of JIS screwdrivers. They can be a lifesaver on these cars, particularly with stuck, worn, or stripped screws. They can make a huge difference on some jobs and do a good job at avoiding damaging the screws further if you need to use a little force.
@Garage23 Ай бұрын
That is a great point! I forgot that was even a thing, I’m ordering some now 👍
@TheCloudsMySofa Ай бұрын
lol I remember that black goop on my u13.. wth was that stuff.. lol still.gooey after 20 years
@Garage23 Ай бұрын
Hated that stuff, nothing would get it off your skin. I had to wash it off with gasoline 💀
@rebeccacaton2539 Ай бұрын
Please report this to NHTSA. This seems to be a common problem and dealerships/repair shops use this to charge for unnecessary repairs at a much higher cost.
@rebeccacaton2539 Ай бұрын
October 24, 2024. Had this happen to my 2020Nisdan Pathfinder. I replaced the switch today, so hopefully it's fixed. This Nissan has given nothing but problems. I had to have the ABS and AEB replaced in January. The dealership kept the car for nearly 3 months. They did provide me with a loaner. I'll stick to Toyotas.
@nhungly-o6h Ай бұрын
The mounting is perfect, nice and flat. Title is garbage cheap and ugly .
@butterwh Ай бұрын
I disagree with the design direction. I have hated how the past decade+ everything has been so round. I love the boxy look is coming back tough. The new lexus GX is a great example. I want my SUV to be drawable by a toddler. Bring back that 90's rover disco look.
@Garage23 Ай бұрын
I agree, the early 90s pathfinder was peak. Those box flare fenders 👌
@cobalt930 Ай бұрын
Can i technically do the reverse converting a jk40 hr 6 speed swap the bell housing to the de and use that on my de engine ?
@Garage23 19 күн бұрын
Yes this has been done before but it’s slightly more complicated since instead of making a spacer for the input shaft, you have to machine that amount off the end of it.
@kensai77 Ай бұрын
Hey just discovered your channel! Been interested in getting an Armada. The 2025 Pro-4X looks cool but I really want the V8. How difficult is it to turn an Armada into a Patrol? Is it possible to add rear E-lockers to an Armada?
@Garage23 Ай бұрын
The main difference between the armada and patrol is the hbmc system and the larger front and rear differentials with lockers. The hbmc isn’t something you can really swap over but I believe some QX80s come with it. As for the diffs, it’s not too big of a deal to swap them but the main issue is getting ahold of them as shipping two very large diffs from Australia is very cost prohibitive.
@kensai77 Ай бұрын
@Garage23 thanks for the info! Have you done any videos comparing the Armada with the Patrol? So far your channel is the best I've found on turning an Armada into an off road beast. I've read that there are aftermarket air lockers you can install. Don't know much about those though. Thanks!!!
@smashkommentiert Ай бұрын
how did you bleed the air out of the car?
@Garage23 Ай бұрын
There is a small port on the passenger side heater hose near the firewall. I filled the car from there with a funnel and let it idle for a while. Then I would top it off from there every couple days.
@smashkommentiert Ай бұрын
@@Garage23 You filled it there? Why not where the cooler is? And did you do that after it cooled of? In Idle?
@Garage23 Ай бұрын
After it’s cooled down. Definitely do not open that port when it’s still hot. I filled it from there because that port is higher than the radiator cap so that’s where an air pocket will form if you fill from the radiator. You can also lift the front of the car so the radiator cap is the highest point but I found it easier to just top off from the heater hose.
@fklotaloi Ай бұрын
I think Nissan Armada survived, in this fall of Nissan brand itself in NA, due to it is actually a Nissan Patrol. 😍😍
@pimptydimp Ай бұрын
For anyone else coming here before tackling this. I just did my 12 4wd. Front diff is in the way. I have a lift and fought it for a few but theres very little room with the Diff in there. A hint is to take the Nipple fitting off before you put it in. Get ready to cuss a lot.
@fklotaloi Ай бұрын
I was a Nissan Patrol fan , but in North America that does not exists. Nissan is struggling to survive in North America , gave up Titan truck but I think Armada would survive
@quocd5580 Ай бұрын
Same issue. New bigger aluminium radiator, new thermostat, new hoses. Srarted heating and coolant was bleeding out of upper hose.
@smashkommentiert Ай бұрын
Do you know how to fix it?
@quocd5580 Ай бұрын
@@smashkommentiert Fill radiator. Close cap. Fill up heater hose (near battery) that was empty. Run Engine till warm. Turn off and use radiator funnel kit (no spill radiator funnel kit). Fill radiator and squeeze all radiator hoses. Repeat until no more air and bottom radiator hose is hot not warm/cold.
@hellolin324 Ай бұрын
Where is this in AZ?
@TristanvdB09 2 ай бұрын
nice progress made man its coming allong really nice, can't wait for the next vid
@raymondfournier4104 2 ай бұрын
I’m still confused as to how you solved the negative rear camber issue caused by the OEM rear lower control arms (coil) being slightly too short. The OEM arms are approximately 19” eyelet to eyelet, whereas they need to be about 19 1/2” to allow for that proper camber alignment. It would be great to hear the answer.
@Garage23 2 ай бұрын
Negative camber is not the issue. Raising the ride height through the suspension produces positive camber and thus requires a shorter upper control arm (available at garage23.net)I think you may be referring to the spring bucket, which controls toe adjustment. Lengthening this primarily allows for increased toe-in adjustment.
@raymondfournier4104 Ай бұрын
Well, I have a 3” lifted Armada that does have a positive camber as you said (top of tires tilted outboard slightly). But the answer to that cannot be shorter lower control arms as that would make the tires even that much more positive (too if tire tilting outboard). Regardless, I think I’ve found a company that has the control arms needed to correct the issue
@Garage23 Ай бұрын
It’s not the lower control arm that needs to be shortened, it’s the UPPER control arm, which is what we make and this corrects the positive camber.
@raymondfournier4104 2 ай бұрын
How did you resolve the OEM rear lower control arm length issue? With the much beefier rear coils the OEM lowers will not allow proper rear end alignment. Did you subsequently install extended length lowers? If so, what brand?
@lakeshoresubtleties 2 ай бұрын
Awesome job with this video and your channel. You really should have a bigger following. Maybe you need the added dynamic of a friend working with you to liven up the videos a little more as far as holding people's attention to more than one video here or there for informational purposes. Keeping people around for the fun entertainment, engagement, and also information. But the editing and walkthrough/commentary and such is great.
@Garage23 2 ай бұрын
🙏🏻 we really appreciate that! We do occasionally have friends help out when it’s pertinent to the project but for the most part prefer to work alone since everyone has a lot of thing going on in daily life and it’s hard to coordinate time together and it just ends up delaying things too long. But I know what you mean, there is much more goofing around in those videos which can be more entertaining on top of the informational value.
@MrJubbley 2 ай бұрын
Hello Garage23, Thank you both for posting such a detailed & helpful video. My 2017 Titan had this intermittent issue and after replacing the battery it was still doing the same thing. ( I was away working so I didn't have time to try and diagnose the issue). After I returned to the hotel that night I got chance to search the interwebs. A lot of the Nissan forums showed this to be the culprit. And, that this is a Nissan wide issue - from Jukes to Titans and everything in between, I think it was a Renault issue as well since they used the same Panasonic switch. Mine was the prong type and I just spread them out a bit and it started several times for me so far - time will tell. Thanks again for the time and effort I hope this helps other people out as well. All the best, Peter
@Garage23 2 ай бұрын
You would think by now they would have something as simple as a brake switch figured out 😅 glad to hear you got it fixed 👍
@seenagatokellz 2 ай бұрын
i felt the same way about the air suspension. would it be possible to change the suspension even thought its electronic? if so would it be good to do it?
@Garage23 2 ай бұрын
It should still be possible and if not it’s only a matter of time till someone develops shocks for it.
@seenagatokellz 2 ай бұрын
@Garage23 ty I appreciate the reply. And I subscribed to u. U got some good stuff here
@donnguyen8492 2 ай бұрын
Thank you for recording your process. I’m trying to do the same conversion 🤙
@Garage23 2 ай бұрын
It’s definitely not as straight forward as I thought
@JasonCabrera 2 ай бұрын
You should make me some I’m willing to pay 🔥
@Garage23 2 ай бұрын
I could try and plasma cut side brackets to replicate 🤔
@JasonCabrera 2 ай бұрын
@@Garage23 that would be helpful tbh I’m trying to use oem gtr Intercooler or even arc or nismo
@JasonCabrera 2 ай бұрын
You are awesome
@Garage23 2 ай бұрын
No no no I’m just broke 😅
@adambeck8180 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the cost breakdowns!!! Great production value on that part of the video especially. (Cool, likeable hosts on this channel too, BTW.) I would love to know how much an almost complete, non- wrecked 1950's 2-door or pickup costs at an Arizona junk yard! That's what I was actually looking for (because of the minimal rust on old desert cars). You did remind me to shop for parts at my local Houston, TX junkyards, so I'm glad I found the video.
@Garage23 2 ай бұрын
You know I’ve had mixed luck asking about complete cars here over the years. One time I wanted to rescue an old 280Z that was largely complete and they wouldn’t sell it to me, another time I asked about a Datsun 620 pickup that was basically just cab, bed, and frame, and they wanted 2000$ so I think it really just depends on your luck that particular day
@kopimart 2 ай бұрын
Shes really coming together! yay
@Garage23 2 ай бұрын
One bite at a time
@mohammeds5458 2 ай бұрын
What are the benefits of doing that, since your car lacks the off-roading capabilities of the Patrol?
@dankel15 2 ай бұрын
Lmao this happened to me on my 2011 g37x. My car went up in smoke (steam) randomly when I parked somewhere. The coupler that Infiniti uses for that heater hose is a plastic that basically erodes and breaks. I replaced mine with metal. (Almost exactly what you did) Lol
@Garage23 2 ай бұрын
Yeah it’s really annoying how they make crucial parts out of cheap plastic
@ericmartell816 2 ай бұрын
Would this info pertain to my 2003 cd001 or is the 09 different?
@Garage23 2 ай бұрын
The general assembly is the same but there are design differences in the gears and synchros depending on the year.
@MacBelle-p1w 2 ай бұрын
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@yngvardharjo3704 2 ай бұрын
Nice video mann
@RandyRubio-l7o 2 ай бұрын
What are the specs of your wheels and tires?
@Garage23 2 ай бұрын
17” diameter 8.5” width with a 0 offset and wrapped in 35” tires
@food4stars 2 ай бұрын
Like how you showed the easy & best way to take it out
@Garage23 2 ай бұрын
Luckily the front differential was uninstalled and sitting on the bed when I got the truck 😅
@lucasjensen4309 2 ай бұрын
But no out out shaft seal replacement jsut went threw the build series
@Garage23 2 ай бұрын
Yeeeeaah, That was an oversight on my part. Still pretty simple to do after the fact though.