Newbie from New zealand

Panser · 16-09-2011, 10:32

Good day to all.
Got myself a Nissan mistral 1996 114k on clock, two weeks ago. It goes well but a couple of small "niggles".
Two days after purchase the alternator packed up, new diode plate and new rotor $280 later its going again.
Heat gauge runs quite hot 3/4 but not overheating, flushed the radiator and checked for leaks. temp comes down when idling for a couple of minutes. No bubles in the water and oil isnt coloured white so i assume the head gasket is OK. I am not a mechanic, but no slouch around the toolbox. On the thermostat housing there are three sensors one is broken off but i have no idea why there are so many.
Theory about the high running temp is the big spotlights on bullbar might be obstructing airflow.
Sunroof seems to leak aswell a lot of water in footwell and also the hoodlining above the pillar on drivers side.

your input will be apreciated

Thank you

16-09-2011, 10:32	#1
Panser Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: New Zealand Vehicle: Nissan Mistral Posts: 3	Newbie from New zealand Good day to all. Got myself a Nissan mistral 1996 114k on clock, two weeks ago. It goes well but a couple of small "niggles". Two days after purchase the alternator packed up, new diode plate and new rotor $280 later its going again. Heat gauge runs quite hot 3/4 but not overheating, flushed the radiator and checked for leaks. temp comes down when idling for a couple of minutes. No bubles in the water and oil isnt coloured white so i assume the head gasket is OK. I am not a mechanic, but no slouch around the toolbox. On the thermostat housing there are three sensors one is broken off but i have no idea why there are so many. Theory about the high running temp is the big spotlights on bullbar might be obstructing airflow. Sunroof seems to leak aswell a lot of water in footwell and also the hoodlining above the pillar on drivers side. your input will be apreciated Thank you