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    Wanted: K11 LX 95 rear end complete

    Thanks for the tips, I may be lucky and it's only a stub axle which makes postage a good alternative. Just need to pull a few bits off over Christmas.
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    Wanted: K11 LX 95 rear end complete

    Thanks, I may try for either.
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    Wanted: K11 LX 95 rear end complete

    LWC got a bent rear axle today :( checking out repair option/wreck. anyone in Canberra/Qbn like to part with a stock drum brake rear axle complete? Dom
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    WTB: clutch cable urgent

    LWC needs a clutch cable as she sits on the side of the road with no forward progress. Call me on 0414 479 398 if you know where I can get one Thanks Dom
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    15" Wheels that fit?

    Here's a chart of tyre sizes showing illegal sizes in red.
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    1995 NRMA K11 Bulletin

    http://www.industryresearch.com.au/bulletins/TechnicalPublicationsArchive/Nissan%20Micra%20K11.pdf This bulletin shows camber caster settings, body measurements, panels, etc.
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    -- Micra Part Numbers Thread --

    Engine Mounts: LH Kelpro MT8861 RH Kelpro MT9611 or RH Boonma EM4828
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    oils & liquids!

    3.1 litres with filter. Use a good synthetic oil like Fuchs 10w - 30/40w.
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    Re-soldering throttle body

    LWC had her throttle body resoldered last weekend. She was a joy to drive this week. Better fuel economy by 50kms per tank, the flat spot is almost not there (curse the cool canberra weather), and she has more power. Alex many thanks for the repair guide and pix. LWC
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    Hatch Gas Struts

    Just replaced LWCs hatch struts for the second time in 12 years! AutoBarn had stock Monroe units off the shelf for $48 each. The old ones come off by levering up the metal clip with a screw driver enough to slip them off. Just prop up the hatch with a helper!! The new ones just pop on with a...
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    Timing belt rattle

    The Izuzu 2L motor I had snapped a chain, bent some valves so I changed the timing chain & tensioner on (had the rachet action too). I think as everything wears, it keeps the tension on the chain when it indexes onto the next rachet tooth without the chain being able to flap and push the...
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    LH/RH ball joint replacement

    when you assemble the joint the upper seal tightens quite nicely. The pressure on the lower seal is okay. The TE4 may be a tighter fit on the upper side but I don't think it matters that much as it is shielded by the upper arm anyway. LWC
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    LH/RH ball joint replacement

    installed!
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    LH/RH ball joint replacement

    The photo shows the rubber boots. They aren't an exact fit but close enough to keep grot out! LWC
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    Advice on 4:1 exhaust manifold

    You could try this guy's site: http://www.my-acoustic.com/Car/intake_exhaust/exhaust/exhaust2.htm
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    Hatch Struts

    3 yrs ago Autopro in Belconnen ACT got them for me for $50ea, they are genuine Monroe struts same as Nissan ones. Repco quoted $60ea but 3mm longer/shorter. I priced Nissan ones at $305ea!!!! (Are you sitting down says the Nissan guy. Ha!) Dom
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    Removing ABS fuse may cause rear brake lockup

    Thanks guys, I guess the Haynes manual (English micra) isn't the same for everything on Aussie micras!
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    Removing ABS fuse may cause rear brake lockup

    If you remove the ABS fuse on your ABS model you risk a rear lockup under hard braking due to rear end lift. Non ABS models have a mechanical load sensing valve to prevent lockup when you have no rear passengers.
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    Problem with airbag light

    Haynes manual says when you start the car it takes 7 secs for the airbag circuit computer test to be completed and the light to go out. If still on take it to a dealer as something is wrong with the circuit and not to try to fix it yourself. However chapter 10 on how to remove the steering...
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    Engine Oil

    3.1 with filter change 2.9 with no filter change
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