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Replying to: shadow20 (May 17, 2007 6:29 am) |
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Replying to: salmonburger (May 16, 2007 10:45 am) Asa 2006 SE CC 6-Speed Red Brawn
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Replying to: asa (May 19, 2007 4:35 am) Mick |
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I am planning to tow a 17' travel trailer or Scamp or Escape fifth wheel (both which are specially designed for compact trucks, so don't freak out on me and tell me it can't be done...these have a GVWR of under 5,000 lbs. and are often paired with Tacoma SR5s). Plan to take it on backroads, up hills, etc. (but I do not want a Titan or Tundra or other large truck...I just need to tow about 6-8 times a year, not all the time and like the compacts). Test drove a Nissan Frontier NISMO 4 x 4 (AT) with a max tow rating of 6,100 lbs. and a Tacoma SR5 4 x 4 (AT) with a max tow rating of 6,300 lbs. I can tell that the Tacoma is a great truck, but strongly prefer the ride and smoother engine performance of the Frontier. However, the Tacoma can be ordered with a tow package which includes: 130 AMP alternator, transmission oil cooler, engine oil cooler, heavy duty battery, and a 7 pin hardwired hitch receiver with converter. The Frontier doesn't offer this option. Only two Nissan salespeople have bothered to note down what the Tacoma offers to see if the Frontier can be similarly spec'd. What I have been told is that the Nissan dealership can install all the same options EXCEPT the 130 AMP alternator. They said the only option with that would be to install an aftermarket 130 AMP alternator, which they do NOT recommend because it might create electrical problems. I have two questions: 1. Are the Nissan dealerships telling me the truth about being able to install the engine oil cooler and transmission oil cooler? 2. How crucial is having a 130 AMP alternator for the towing use I have detailed above? Will it hurt me to not have it? Would having a heavy-duty battery paired with a non-130 AMP alternator create any problems? 3. Why would an aftermarket 130 AMP alternator possibly cause electrical problems? Thanks to anyone out there who can explain this... I am anxious to buy, but want to be sure I know what I am getting (or not getting)!
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Replying to: tent2tt (Jun 22, 2007 10:57 am) Because the alternator has everything to do with the electrical system! I guess insalled correctly nothing causes problems but an aftermarket alternator probably voids engine and electrical warranty. How much power does your camper need? You should compute that first. I am definately NOT an expert, but here is my opinion anyway...The Frontier alternator is 110 amps. THe difference between the 2 is bullshit. If you were going to upgrade you would go way larger than just 110 to a 130. WHat type of equipment are you powering?
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Replying to: steevo (Jun 23, 2007 7:57 am)
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Replying to: tent2tt (Jun 23, 2007 1:48 pm)
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Replying to: shadow20 (Jun 24, 2007 6:44 pm) I have called about seven different dealerships here, spoken with sales, service and parts departments and none of them know whether or not the Frontier has a built in supplemental engine oil cooler and transmission oil cooler. I can't believe that no one would know--how do they repair vehicles if they don't know what is in them or not? I would expect that at least the parts department would be able to look up a 07 Nissan 4 x 4 automatic and tell me yes or no and what size alternator. If for some reason the Frontier does not come with either (the hitch can be ordered separately), I am wondering if I should get those installed aftermarket to ensure that the engine and transmission stay cool when towing-- all the websites dedicated to travel trailer towing highly recommend having these, so do I just plan on getting those installed if needed or wait and see how the truck does? Also, I loved the Fosgate audio system, but do not want to be forced to buy the sunroof and roof rack and side airbags too--here, they force you to get all of them just for the nice stereo system! Has anyone been able to get one from Nissan without having to also pay for all that other stuff, or have you gotten a comparable aftermarket one that fits the Frontier stereo opening? Thanks for any advice.
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Replying to: tent2tt (Jun 24, 2007 7:55 pm)
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Replying to: shadow20 (Jun 27, 2007 4:36 pm) Love this truck! |
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