Credit: Harold Smith
Part Number: 23731-AL60D
Supersession(s): 23731-AL60C
Old Version
Community Member Credit: Eddy
Applies to 1995-1999 and 2000-2003 Nissan Maxima. The cross-member bolts show up as two different part numbers but they are the same exact bolt. You can enter the part numbers online and order from whichever site you prefer.
1995-2003 Nissan Maxima Engine Crossmember Bolt:
- Part Number: 11298-40U01 / 11298-40U06
- Price: $10.00-12.00
1995-2003 Nissan Maxima Engine Crossmember Mount Bushing:
- Part Number: 11248-40U01
- Price: $10.00-12.00
Community Member Credit: Eddy
Just a lil knowledge share on VQ engine Info for Nissan Maxima’s. I know many probably never new what the “K” stands for. VQ30DE, VQ30DE-K, VQ30DE-T, VQ35DE.
VQ –– Engine Family
3.0/3.5 –– Liter Displacement
D –– DOHC (Dual Overhead Camshafts)
E –– Multi Point Fuel Injection
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K –– Kaizen (Japanese word which translates to “improvement”. It was only applicable to 00/01 5thgens. Basically an improvement over the 1995-1998 VQ30DE. The firewall plates did not specify the “K” in the name plate. So you will still see VQ30DE.)
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T –– Turbo Version of Engine. Mostly JDM vehicles.
Owner: Marcos Eduardo Chavez Santini aka Chavez
Year: 2002
Model: Maxima
Color: Majestic Blue Pearl (BW9)
Transmission: Manual 6-Speed
Trim: SE
This feature is dedicated to Marcos Chavez who went viral and became instantly famous in the world of racing after beating a Porsche 911 Turbo in his 2002 Turbo Nissan Maxima. The currently video has over 4 Million views on YouTube! Chavez has definitely made a name for the Nissan Maxima community. The car made 562.25 WHP / 592.97 TQ @ 17PSI.
He’s Juan hell of a driver that knows how to drive a Manuel Nissan Maxima.
Marcos is a very humble and quiet racer from Chihuahua, Mexico. He has a passion for the track. He took racing to the next level with his Nissan Maxima and proved how fast and quick you can make them. Marcos has also beaten many other cars such as Shelby Mustang’s and late model Corvette’s. He is definitely not a one-hit wonder. He’s also an active member of the my5thgen.org Facebook community and continues to race. We hope you enjoy this feature!
Dyno Numbers: 562.25 WHP / 592.97 TQ @ 17PSI
The Driver Behind The Machine…………….El Chavez!!!
The video that made Marcos famous (over 4 Million Views):
Quick Interview with Chavez
02′ Maxima Turbo vs 12′ Supercharged Camaro
02′ Nissan Máxima Turbo vs 16′ Chevy Corvette
Full Mod List / Specs:
- Built/Sleeved VQ35DE Motor
- Wiseco Forged Pistons (K605M96AP)
- Eagle Connecting Rods
- New Turbo: Precision 6262
- Old Turbo: Holset HX35/40
- Cometic Headgaskets
- ARP Bolts & Studs
- AEM Digital Gauges (Wideband, Controller & Oil Pressure)
- SPEC Aluminum Light Weight Flywheel & Clutch (Rated for 521 Torque
- AEM F/IC Piggyback
- Walbro 255 Fuel Pump
- Aeromotive Fuel Pressure Regulator (FPR)
- Chrysler Pink Injectors
- Edelbrock Intercooler
- Fully Custom Built Headers
- Tial 38mm Wastegate
- 3″ Piping
- 2.5″ Exhaust Cutout
- TEIN Coilovers
- Runs on 12 PSI Mixing Gas with Toulene for Safety
- 26 x 10.5 -16″ Mickey Thompson Drags Mounted on Nissan Altima Wheels (Track Setup)
- Infiniti G35 Wheels (Daily Driving)
- Sentra SE-R Spec-V Interior Front Seats
- JL Audio Subwoofer
- Sony Double-Din Headunit
- Custom Grille & Nismo Emblems
- Blue Painted Engine Cover
Owner: Marcos Eduardo Chavez Santini aka Chavez
Year: 2002
Model: Maxima
Color: Majestic Blue Pearl (BW9)
Transmission: Manual 6-Speed
Trim: SE
Photo Credit: Royal Media
Owner: Unklejoe
Year: 2002
Model: Maxima
Color: Black
Transmission: 6-Speed Manual
Trim: SE
Mod List:
- 2002 VQ35DE Engine
- REAL Garrett T3/T04E 60 Trim turbo
- EMUSA 38mm wastegate
- CX Racing Intercooler
- HLSD 6-Speed Transmission
- OEM (Exedy) Clutch
- Hotshot Equal Length Headers
- 2009 75mm DBW throttle body
- 2.5″ MAF and intake
- SSIM (gutted intake manifold)
- Custom 2.5″ Exhaust
- DIY VIAS Delete
- NWP’s Intake Spacers
- ES Motor Mount Inserts
- ES Rear Trailing Arm Inserts
- ES Front Sway Bar Bushings
- ES Shifter Bushings
- Moog Endlinks
- Progress RSB
- Lowered on Eibach Springs
- Innovate LC-1 Wideband
- E-Manage Ultimate
- Custom Short Ram Intake with Velocity Stack
- 6th Gen BBK
- 01 SE Black Tails
- AE Replica Rear Lip
- Sunroof Fin Delete
- Black on Black Leather Interior
- Heated/Power Seats
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Heated Side View Mirrors
Community Member Credit: Unklejoe
This is “version 2″ of my manifold. The previous design had the inlet coming in from the side and my car made 260whp with that setup. I re-designed it to have the inlet come in from the rear for better flow. I haven’t dyno’d the car on the second version of the manifold but the MAF voltage is slightly higher in the upper RPM’s indicating better flow.
The manifold is made from 1/8″ aluminum, all tig welded by a friend. The piping is 3.5” all the way. The throttle body flange is for a 2009 throttle body. This throttle body will work on the 02-08 as well, you’ll just need the harness. The 09 throttle body is better because it is 75mm as opposed to 70.
This fits on my 2002 perfectly and clears everything. I had to re-route some vacuum lines (obviously) because of where I made the vacuum ports. As far as throttle body placement, it works in my car, but PLEASE COMPARE PICTURES TO MAKE SURE IT WILL CLEAR EVERYTHING IN YOUR CAR. I had to move my battery to the trunk for the filter to fit. You could probably get away with a silicone bend right before the battery though.
Community Member Credit: Unklejoe
Cutting the stock manifold
Cutting the stock manifold (again)
Final Product (I have a lot of work to do )
From NiZMo1o1
Small Update Started polishing the ports on the stock manifold and removing some excess material…
Also, here’s a pic of the parts (minus the sheet metal which was in the other room)
