Postby CPLTECH » Fri Dec 09, 2011 8:06 pm
I can understand how disappointed you must be. Just got back from the dealer spark plug replacement and knew it would not be cheap ($300 bill to replace 6 - $12 plugs. I remember the days when you got all the plugs for $12 and changed them yourself). Had it done a few miles early while in for a belt and a “newer” designed tensioner that Nissan came out with. The aftermarket belt/tensioner was only a yr old.
After I did what I thought was a thorough internet research, I bought a 2006 2 yr ago. Then I found this site and some others and then seriously questioned my decision. Some here tried to calm my anxiety by mentioning the problems other mfg are encountering in major ways. Over on the Xterra sites, they remind others of the problems similar type vehicles encounter. Ford today just had a recall of 100K Fusions, and the list goes on. It’s amazing the problems I had with my Tahoe and yet took it in stride as acceptable (repairs nearly equaled the used purchase price), yet we don’t give Nissan a break. Is it the stressful, tough times? I have come to the conclusion that if it quits on the road, just call AAA and expect to pay a lot no matter what brand. At least the PF is not like the infamous Yugo.
Today’s engines do last longer than the one’s years ago, but for extra insurance I add MotorKote every couple oil changes. Not sure that as the second owner I caught the wear in time to save my guides, but I sure hope so.