Credit: Jarvon Williamson / Caleb Anderson
Credit: Noah Vella
I had trouble finding a decent OEM type option so I hope this helps a few people out. I was originally going to wrap the chrome black but it actually matches the e-brake button, Nissan emblem and door handles so I think I’ll keep it chrome.
Shift knob:
You can find these on online (eBay) between $15.00 to $20.00 shipped from China. The common search words are “6 Speed Gear Shift Knob For Nissan X-Trail T30 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 07″.
You will need this adapter:
Community Member Credit: Kristian Abrams
The installation was very simple. Just take off the rail brackets that attach the seat to the floor of the car and weld those on the rails of the Recaro.
Community Member Credit: Justin Funck
Notes:
Credit: kukx30de
Found a set of Heated 7th gen seats locally that were in good shape. Got them home, cleaned them up, some modifications using the 5th gen bottom frame and 7th gen backrest and voila they work great!
Still to do:
I can already say the 7th gen seat is so much better to ‘hug’ the body. I have 5.5 gen seats and I always slide around. Something to liven up the interior as part of celebrating 350k miles!
Update 4-14-2023
Cheers!
Community Member Credit: EddyMaxx
I was looking to replace the steering wheel on my 1998 4thgen Nissan Maxima. I looked at various options and came across an 8thgen steering wheel that fits perfectly and literally plug-n-play (for the fitment and airbag wiring). It feels and looks much better than the regular 4thgen steering wheel. It’s also a flat-bottom steering wheel.
Overall, I’m very happy with the results. It took me about 45-minutes to get everything set up and installed. The cruise control wiring is optional but does require additional wiring if you want to retain the ones on the 8thgen steering wheel. You also need to ensure you get the steering wheel with regular cruise control, not intelligent cruise control.
Credit: Noah Vella
Credit: kukx30de
Found a couple i30s in our local salvage yard in good shape so got the cluster from them to see how much work this would take. I wanted to keep original mileage(my 5th gen is now at 323k). I tried the chip de-soldering but failed on the i30 board so had to explore options
With modifications to the plastic board and the PCB holes for the gauges, the 5th gen board can fit into the I30 cluster. Next project replace climate control buttons as they are pretty scratched up! Pics below.
Before. Stock 5th gen.
Black out effect of I30
I30 gauges with LED backlight instead of stock EL tube.
Community Member Credit: Shawn Broomes / Emily Wesner
Whoever else does this, make sure to get an extra harness for front heated seats, extra front console back cover for trimming/fitment & patience.
Owner: Selrahc Seven
Year: 2005
Model: Altima
Color: Code Red
Engine: Gen2 VQ35DE
Transmission: 6-Speed Manual
Trim: SE-R