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there were some other minor changes in 2003 for the v6 engine changed. but the 4cylinder was same.

For 2005 models, Toyota introduced its refreshed Camry with new upgrades such as a chrome grille, with the SE having a unique, blackout grille. Other exterior changes are new headlight and taillight designs, redesigned front bumper, and new wheels. Interior upgrades to the Camry included a rear center head restraint, a storage bin in the door,
Optitron electroluminescent gauges, steering wheel-mounted audio controls standard for all trim levels, chrome interior door handles and shift gear button, and standard leather seating on V6-powered XLE trims. A 5-speed automatic transmission also replaced the previous 4-speed automatic and ABS became standard on all trims.

your target should be xle trim with premium jbl audio noticeable by speakers on the windscreen B pillars. Though the 4cylinder xle has leather as optional fabric cloth standard

CityNGR:
Well I still saw one very recently.

those engines were fitted in cars of 1920s even if you saw one in Nigeria I am certain if it's working it has undergone engine trasplant

Josephine367:
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thank you

@heavenlybang and cityngr I know there were V4 for cars way back but for now we should just say no V4 because they are virtually extinct and nobody is going to make one for cars anytime soon

shadeyinka:
But with due respect, You are wrong!
No offence intended!
What is the effect of cutting of a healthy appendix from an individual? Isn't it part of the system of a human being? What is the effect of shaving off the human hair? Is it not part of a system?

The workings and the function of a component to it's system is what determine if it is indispensable or not.

Happy Sunday

you are also wrong in this. Imagine if I shave your body hair and it never grows back, do you know you will fall sick often because the body air is part of temperature regulator in the human body.

The appendix for now is no go area cause oyinbo see doesn't know it's exact function in the body.

ApolitiCal:
God bless you for this information
Please which one is v4 and v6 and which one is better?

nothing like v4 it's a mistake most people make its i4 (in line 4 cylinder) meaning the engine is a 4 cylinder arranged in a straight line.

V6 is six cylinder arranged in a variety shaped 3 cylinders each at opposite sides.

I6 or i5 is in line six and 5 cylinder respectively arranged in a straight line to each other.

none is better than the other depends on application. But on a lay man's terms considering the camry you are eyeing I4 for fuel economy pick the V6 for speed.

shadeyinka:
Sorry for being harsh. I hope you've not read my earlier response

you have apologised so we are good

shogbenga:
Pls compare Acura MDX 2008 with RX 350 2008 in terms of durability, fuel economy, luxury, second hand value, power. Thanks

Durability RX350

fuel economy Rx350 better

Luxury offerings Close call

2nd hand value Rx350

power MDX

The mdx is better in performance and a 7 seater, handles well on the road even on full load with very responsive engine.

The Rx is a champion in the category with some very well thought out offering and good looks.

any you pick is OK but with performance on your mind the mdx is the choice with simplicity and reliability RX is your choice

shadeyinka:
I think you have reversed the sequence Sir.

When a thermostat is Open (which is simulated by the removal of the thermostat), the ECU assumes the engine is ALREADY too hot and so it should actually reduce the fuel consumption NOT the other way round. And this is only if this kind of logic is programmed into the ECU which I honestly doubt.



I think I know where the misconception is. In temperate countries, the engine block even after 10 minutes of operation may still have an average temperature of below 30oC which is bad for the Engine Oils viscosity HOWEVER
30oC temp for a working engine is impossible in tropical climate. Under 2 minutes of ignition and the cars here have averaged a temp of 60oC or even higher. Our room temperature hovers between 27 and 36 oC unlike in temperate countries where the ambient temperatures could go as low as -14oC. (Freezing point of water is 0oC)

The issue I have with you is you are really not determined to learn and you are behaving ignorant which isn't so considering you have a working knowledge of mechanics.

The thermostat is a mechanical device doesn't give signal or receive signal but works on the principle of heat and expansion. It expands when it senses too much heat and contrast when it senses less heat.

Now the cooling application in a car is called system. A system is comprised of several organs (parts) working together to achieve a stable state (biology)

when you remove a component from a system you have left a flaw in the system which can affect its function.

what I want you to do now is to show a research that says thermostat should be removed in one region and left in another. Also show me a vehicle that was designed for a particular region only.

beautisop:
Hello my Family,

please, am thinking of buying a car (Volkswagen Bora 2002)but I don't know anything about cars.

Please specialist in the house, I need your advice urgently so that I won't make a regrettable mistake.

Thanks

VW bora = Golf 4

has electrical grrimilins, engine doesn't like overheat, once engine pack up buy a replacement not repair.

Don't buy all those Nigerian used for 300-400k they are cheap but them get bone marrow wahala

ApolitiCal:
Experts here should please compare 07,08,09,10 Toyota camry, putting everything into consideration. Thanks

body they are all the same shape

engine 07 and 8 had 2.4L while 09 to 11 had 2.5L the 2.5L is better and trouble free they both have the same 3.5L engine throughout.

every other thing is identical but in terms of recommendation a face lift 09-11 should be considered if funds can cover any of the years. Do try to avoid an 07 by all means

salam12:
All experts in the house, I'm looking for good alternative to 2013 Toyota RAV4. How well can Nissan Rogue 2013 or Mitsubishi Outlander 2013 perform on Nigeria roads. Kindly give feedback in terms of reliability, parts accessibility and handling. Cheers.

I can't say much about the Rogue/qashqi/qashqi II which ever you can lay your hands on but

The 4cylinder Mitsubishi Outlander is a car you will never ever regret owning.

shadeyinka:
How Sir! I will need an explanation!

Reduced life span of oil I think is usually caused by overheating not underheating.
Dont forget that a car which doesn't use an ECU (old models) can still have thermostats installed! So, the thermostat is not necessary for the ECUs functions of optimising vehicle performance (fuel:air ratio, volume of injected fuel, etc)

As far I I know, the only thing that suffers when a thermostat is removed is the Electronic Cooling Fan.

Our weather is so hot that less than 5 minutes after a car is started up, the valve of the thermostat opens up and doesn't close up until the ignition is shut down.

Thanks!

let me make it simpler for you

1. No thermostat and injectors will spray more fuel continously into cylinder head just to try and get the temp up. This will mean more unburnt fuel in the chamber blacks smoke and extremely detonation (cylinder heads get hotter than usual)

2. Engine always cold around 30 degrees hot means engine oil will not thin well and getting to lubricate tiny spaces will be impossible there will be

a too much grinding of metal

b Oil will thicken or cake eventually leading to sludge

c pumps will be clogged due to oil not thickened enough

That moment your father comes to pick you In school in his regulations benz 200E and car refuse to start and every children in school starts to push the car while your pop attempts to push start it, your crush is just there in her father's civic and laughing at the show.

car comes alive and smoke pops everywhere and your crush cramps into her safety civic to escape the smoke while I chase the benz before poppsy leaves me behind.

Those were the good old days I never drove until I was much older I was always chauffeured during my youthful days

kingreign:
This is hate speech.

Even Nissan/Infiniti won't assert to this claim. They know yota is the biggest thing in auto business that came out of Japan and they're the best, after them, Honda follows.

QED

suspension parts Bro, not reliability. shocks, shafts, bushings etc.

ericuzor:
can you please enlighten me more on pathfinder 2009..

The 05 to 2010 pathfinder/frontier/xterra had the 4.0L V6 engine. The 05 to 07 was plagued by transmission failure due to a design flaw in the radiator (carlsonic). Most people using the 08 to 2010 never complained but to be on a safer side

1. you can either buy a new I mean brand new tear rubber radiator better if it's not the carlsonic and replace, that way you will have peace of mind for around 75000km or

2. Do a radiator bypass in which you will never have to worry till the vehicle is sold or rapture occurs.

Essont:
With all this said, why then should one buy a nissan. No wonder owners are looking for a way to dump them. What then can you say about a Madza, they serm next on the line of cheap cars. IMO.

Nissan/infiniti is by far stronger and durable in parts than a toyota/lexus. but there are certain Nissan with issues especially those of US origin. European Nissan are very strong.

some Toyota models too had issue like the US 2azfe engine, 2007 cary with gear problem, accelerator sticking in matrix and some other recall.

if you want to buy a car ensure you read the review and user experience before buying

Crossbow:
Pls gurus in the house, I am planning to buy a Kia Cerato (manual transmission) this year 2014 model, but someone just described Kia products as 'cartons'. This is going to be my first car and my budget is 2M. Pls are there any issues with this car? Can I get something else with that budget?

if Nigerian used still beat the price down. Also you may need to budget for new AC compressor. The compressor of the 12upwards kia and hyundai fail at around 100k km. Above all if engine is in top shape you will enjoy it.

saintneo:
I like your knowledge depth.

I've had my eyes on Xterra recently and I've seen prices between 750k and 1.1M. Kindly give your opinion on Nissan Xterra.

It's a reliable vehicle better to buy the 3.3L V6 for good performance and engine response. but be mindful it's an off road SUV so not good on gas. I would advice you buy the 2001-04 pathfinder with the 3.5L V6 more luxurious than the xterra and better road handling and better mpg than the xterra

shadeyinka:
I hope you would State your own reasons.


WHAT?
1. The car thermostat is a mechanical mechanism that is connected to regulate the flow of water/coolant through the engine block from the radiator.
2. The thermostat usually has two STATES
a. Partially Open
b. Fully Opened.
3. When the car engine is COLD, the thermostat valve is Partially Opened to allow the Engine warm up quickly.
4. When the car engine block warms up to a pre-set temperature, the Thermostat Valve Opens FULLY and maximum cooling fluid is allowed to flow through the engine block.
WHY?
Without the Thermostat, the Engine might over-cool to freezing point. This is damaging to the engine.

Other than this, the engine operates better when relatively cool. Infact, the cooler the better(however not to low to affect engine efficiency: this us usually not a problem in our own kind of weather): as long as it doesn't go to freezing temperatures.

In Nigeria, the problem is usually overheating rather than overcoolinging due to the ambient temperature s.

This is the only reason why removing the thermostat in Nigeria wouldn't damage your engine. The only snag is that your cooling fan may work continuously.



And thanks for being educative

@nurey
I am not encouraging removal of thermostat. I am only saying it causes no major performance issue with our kind of climate

I don't know what your term performance says but removal of thermostat causes increased wear and tear in engines.

causes reduced life span of engine oil lubricating function (sludge rather than lubrication)

though not a short time effect but a longtime one that depends majorly on engine build quality and engine mileage

correctguy0900:
Not there 4 now. But if u are sure, then lets talk?

I am sure. What do you want to talk about? please note I am not a car dealer or a mechanic neither am I interested in buying any car for now. But I am interested in a profitable business venture

Benz4pimp:
bro,I tell you that I can never sell it..just ordered a venza 10,in terms of speed,luxury,I give it to infinity and Lexus...The servicing cost a lot but I love it especially long distance traveling

may you live long to enjoy it

generationz:
how much per bag ?
how many paint of garri in a bag ?
where do you stay?

53kg 20 rubber paints @7000 stored at ijeh powa market obalende lagos.

please any further info or discussion on this should be through my contact. chk my signature you can what's app the number there. thank you

Benz4pimp:
like I said,someone that knows the value will never sell less,I own a G35 and come with auto+manual,I actually sold off my honda 09 and bought it and shipped in...I am in love with it and can’t sell it.Total landing cost + custom is like 3m

My prayer for you is to enjoy the ride so much you never wish to sell. Anything not Toyota or Lexus in Nigeria no dey get resale value.

generationz:
OK
Do you still sell the bags of garri

yes I still do

Benz4pimp:
If you are buying a G35 from some that knows the value,he/she will never sale at that price....I will always go for a G35 to a Camry 09

Bros a G35 first generation 2002 to 2005 is not expensive at all manual or automatic, it has all the bells and whistles a 2011 cary would never dream of but in Nigeria here we place value on things more than others.

A 2010 Nissan sentra is miles ahead far far far advance in tech offering than a 2010 corolla. But Nigerians no wan know, they will buy 20 corolla before they even price the sentra. Then in terms of cost, the corolla price is almost twice what the sentra cost

omoluka:
I am using Nissan venette bus, i hope it has no issues

This one nah old soldier never dies

dayleke:
Hello,
Maybe you can shed more light on this o.
Why is it that "they" always change or recommend changing the wiring of d fans when cars hit naija?
On more than 2x now that they say cars from Yankee needs to have d fan wiring changed to prevent overheating which I don't agree with.

Thanks for ur response in advance.

It's ignorance that causes it. Most tokunbo cars should go through maintenance when bought but we don't do it, then thermostat fails and instead of changing it, kazeem will just bypass the thing and be feeling like a god

shadeyinka:
In USA a car can move from Texas to Ohio and is still expected to function well. I just explained the mechanical and functional reasoning behind the thermostat.

A Nigerian car would almost probably ever end it's life in USA.

For overheating problems, it is either a dirty radiator or lack of good coolant fluid. It has nothing to do with the removed thermostat

A thermostat work is to allow passage of fluid from the radiator into the engine. Also regulating the amount of fluid passing through.

Now a thermostat removed causes only 1 major issue, engine will never get to working temperature hence your fuel economy would be affected.

now a faulty thermostat on the other hand which remained closed would cause overheating of engine due to blocking enough fluid flow.

let's just leave it at that because other unholy act (running fan direct, using water instead of coolant) etc can also cause cooling system breakdown.

Benz4pimp:
If you think Nissan is cheap,try infinity!!!!From G35 - FX 45 then you will know it’s not....

I never said any car is cheap. And for your information the Nigerian used G35 is pure water neither does it hold the resale value. A 2005 G35 manual can be gotten for 700k while auto for less than a million buck. A 2005 Toyota Avalon which is still the closest substitute cost more than that.

correctguy0900:
U very certain about da 2003 n 2004 Nissan pathfinder?? As in dem they rush am 4 naija?

look all around you in Nigeria it's one of the common SUVs around and the identical sibling 2001-2002 infiniti QX4

generationz:
what of Nissan sunny?

A reliable product with solid engine but still body falls off and deshapes easily in minor brushing