The New Nissan March Club (MARCH1Z) - Part VI

last SG · 2006-04-13T17:23:39+00:00

Pls advice on whether is it better to take the car in the 1st week of the month? Cos my SE told me that I can collect @ end nov, and was told by my friend th...

NYC_MiCra SG

The model is AK-12 not BK-12 manual. I have the CD room and hd study the contents in it. Is good for basic Knowledge to know more on your car. There are differences in a AK12 vs BK 12. ( Japan, Europe and SIN models )

NYC_MiCra SG

The March 1.4 L and 1.4 L Clio Renault are sharing the same chassis.

It is tougher in a sense becos of the continental chassis being used to build in the March. Is the "Design" .. Present Japanese cars are skewed to take in more impact, which = impact damages to the car. The material used for the front & back bumper, and other non metal parts are able to absorb more impact upon collision which results in crimpling in.
Which now a days car manufacturers devlope and use for this propose, taking in more inpact.

The March is price higher becos the fact that there are continental parts use in manufacturing the k12, when it 1st arrived. COst is higher becos of the materials.

vellymarch SG

Dear March Club Members...

Help! Any one has a copy of the March k12 car review ie. by Torque, Motoring.... ?? No luck on the internet, got mostly overseas models' reviews. Am considering the Marchie but TC has no cars for test driving at the moment till late May Sad

Is there any 'big' problem with this car that I should know?

Madagascar SG

Hi NYC

What is the recommended tyre air pressure you pump for both front & rear tyres?

If i am going for my 10,000km servicing, is it better for me to bring my own synethic oil for tan chong to change or i use the oil supply by them? What is the synethic oil that would recommend. Thank you for yr advise.

NYC_MiCra SG

Hi,

Fyi and also commences in BLUE.

1. What are the main lubrication problems in passenger car engines?.

Most Lubrication problems for passenger car engines fall primarily into the following areas:

Low-temperature or light-duty operation. This is when a car makes a lot of short trips that never allow the engine to reach its optimum operating temperature. Partially burned fuel byproducts can result in sludge deposits and excessive rust.
High-temperature oxidation. Engine operating temperatures today are extremely high while the amount of oil in the sump is small, as little as four quarts. This severe heat stress on the oil can accelerate oil oxidation, resulting in oil thickening, loss of lubricating properties, varnish and piston deposits.
Passenger car engines deliver high horsepower in relation to the size and weight of engine components. This places great stress on engine parts such as the valvetrain, which strains to provide the high cam lift and spring loads required for efficiency and high engine speeds.
The use of air-pollution control devices such as positive crankcase ventilation and exhaust gas recirculation can increase the heat stress on an oil and increase the amount of contaminants in the oil.

2. How can I be sure I'm getting high-quality oil?

Ok, Throughout the world there are many differences in the oils. In general, name brand oil meets or exceeds automobile manufacturer specifications, industry standards and governmental regulations. Users should use the type of oil recommended in their vehicle handbook/owners manual or an oil that claims to be approved by the manufacturer of their vehicle. After this, owners may look to an industry standard, such as from JASO, ACEA or API, for guidance. The licenses ILSAC Certification Mark or "starburst symbol" to be placed on the front of oil bottles, certifying that those oils are the appropriate oil for gasoline-powered passenger cars, light trucks, minivans and SUVs.

Fuel economy savings for Fully Synthetic
0W 30 Enhances engine performance and power
0W - 40 Ensures engine is protected from wear and deposit build-up
5W 40 Ensures good cold starting and quick circulation in freezing temperatures

Preference choices:
Shell Hylix (5 - 40 ) or Mobil One (0 -30) (USA version, can find at Care4)

Gets to moving parts of the engine quickly

Semi- Synthetic
5W- 30 Better protection
10W- 40 Good protection within the first 10 minutes after starting out
15W- 40 Roughly three times better at reducing engine wear
Increased oil change intervals - don't need to change it quite so often

Mineral oil
10W 40 Basic protection for a variety of engines
15W 40 Oil needs to be changed more often

Engines pump about 10,000 litres of air for every litre of fuel consumed, and along with all that air, they suck in plenty of dirt and grit. A good air filter will stop everything bigger than a micron in diameter - everything smaller mostly just floats around harmlessly in the 0.001inch minimum thickness oil films that separate all the moving parts. Despite all of this, there will always be submicron particles that get in and there will be places in the engines oilways where they will gather. Every time you empty the oil from your sump, you're also draining this fine grit with it.

Tyres PSI.
Are you running on stock rims 14 or 15 inch.
Some tips.

Normal stock tyres Front (220 or 230) Rear (210 or 220)
A) Sedom carry load ( F 220- R 210 )
B) Always ferry and carry load ( F 230 - R 220 )

For more question send me a PM or email: [email protected]

NYC_MiCra SG

Depends on what you believe the car can do for you, performance or comfort and etc. Specs vs looks vs design vs performance vs value for money. You have to decide on your own. What kind of problems you might Anticipant and would be a problem to you. What is your level of acceptance if there are "problems", major problems in terms of what ? example: engine, exterior "wind nosy", performance, over heating and etc.... Is abt individual perference and choice.

2002-2004 models.

1.Toyota IST 1.3 (Auto 87 bhp / 6000 rpm ) 0-100 km ( no records )
2.Honda Jazz 1.4 (Auto 82 bhp / 5500 rpm ) 0-100 km ( 12 sec )
3.Mitsubishi Colt 1.5 E(Auto 105 bhp / 6000 rpm ) 0-100 km (11.2 sec)
4.Mitsubishi Colt 1.5 Plus(Auto 98 bhp / 6000 rpm ) 0-100 km (12 sec)
5.Hyudia Getz 1.3 (Auto 82 bhp / 6000 rpm ) 0-100 km (13.9 sec)
6.Peugeot 206 1.4 (Auto 75 bhp / 5500 rpm ) 0-100 km (17.3 sec)
7.Citroen C3 1.4 (Auto 75 bhp / 5500 rpm ) 0-100 km (14.2 sec)
8.Renault Clio 1.4 (Auto 98 bhp / 6000 rpm ) 0-100 km (13 sec)
9.Nissan March 1.4 (Auto 98 bhp / 5500 rpm ) 0-100 km (11.5 sec)
10.Suzuki Swift 1.5 (Auto 101 bhp / 6000 rpm ) 0-100 km (11.7 sec)

vellymarch SG

Hi NYC Micra,
Sorry for not being precise... i know nuts about cars but i am particular about engine noise... I tested the Yaris and i was really very dissappointed with how the engine sounded when the accelarator was stepped...Maybe this is their selling point!

NYC_MiCra SG

hey no worries mate ! is a start... A few steps to start off with your Comparative study of different manufactures, model, CC, $, and designs. Toyota cars are known for well managed Fuel Consumption, next Honda, Nissan, Suzuki. It also depends on models.. is just a simple and general elastration in terms of FC. Now the million dollar question of the "Yaris" most japanese cars below 1.6L would have Minimal sound proofing @ the engine bay. When you are driving you mean the engine roars when you step on the padels... ? Did you high Rev the car above 3500rpm or just very normal light footed accelaration and you feel that the engine is producing loud nosy. The finishing of the Yaris is a little rough to be honest ! I guess you are used to the comfort of continental babes.... i did check out the yaris when it come out, is little loud compare to the IST. My 2 mini cents worth.

text me 81630325. if you need some ideas... i am not pro !

Cheers Mate !

NYC_MiCra SG

Seems like the ABS did not kick in or bad tyres. I dun see the rear being damage. Is sad indeed...!

vone SG

as promised to vandalgal, here are some pics of our trip to Cameron HL in our marchie!!

First take the 2nd link... chiong up NS highway..

Drop by malaca for the "famous" chicken rice balls (erm not really that fantastic as it turns out...)

Back on the NS highway... past KL till Simpang Pulai Toll booth
Rain along the way...

remember to top up till at least half tank before taking on the 80KM uphill touge course!! no hand phone reception btw

finally view frm the top

Don't forget yr steering wheel lock...

next day visit the tea farms, strawberry farms

of course, sip BOH tea at the BOH tea cafe overlooking a beautiful valley!!

of course must posey posey rite

Finally, Marchie's achievement,,,

Tats all, sorry for taking up so much space on the forum!!

vellymarch SG

NYC,

I am a new and gentle driver, so you can imagine how much i step on the Yaris

Been doing research and shortlisting.. the more I do the more confused I become! Question Twisted Evil

Thanks and if you come across any old reviews of Marchie do let me know!

cheers!

KamenRider SG

hey valleymarch, good to see you here.

there's this compilation of links on the marchies reviews, issues, problems and why you should get a march here, just scroll down to the middle of the page:

click me here

have fun researching and hope to see you a Marchie!! Wink Wink [/url]

KamenRider SG

hi VOne, good pics!!! seems like you had hell of a fun time up there!

i used to drive up there a few times every year just to rest when i was on my own. sure can agree with you the drive up is quite different from what we have here, but its fun. and i've never tried it in my march.

i see the stickers on your march, is it with some group events that you go along?

you also said the actual speedo readout is 10km/h faster than actual readout earlier (...somethin like that...), what gives? just my curiosity..

nice instrument you have. Wink

vandagal2002 SG

Oh My gosh!!!!!!!!!!!! this is bad, wonder who is the poor owner of this car??? think the repairs will be a bomb too.................... Evil or Very Mad

vone SG

ok, just to clarify, i give example

Our march meter on dashboard says 100kmh

my blitz meter says 90kmh

my GPS device says 90kmh

so i can only conclude that Nissan added 10kmh more to our meters (to prevent us from speeding?)

can anyone else verify?

vandagal2002 SG

Thanks Vone, how was the weather?? u went in car car group by shell?? thanks 4 all the pics !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Mr. Green

NYC_MiCra SG

Hi Velly, bare with me long essay.

There were two issues mention abt March 1.4L in Wheels Mag (2 page article) and Motoring half a page, featuring on specs, power, design and etc some time from May-Aug 2004. surprising some how these 2 copies were no where to be found. in my library of Car magazines. "missing in action "

Just a brief, of my 2cents worth of facts and experience:

1. Model BK-12, 1.4L 4AT
Engine: 16v DOHC
Performance: 0- 100 km/h @11.5 sec
Power to weight ratio: 98 hp / 975kg (9.94 kg per horse power pull at crank)

Personal Experiences and Remarks: (Light weight, the car has sufficient torque, pick up response is good, engine is quite when you start it, a few occasions I dun even release my engine was on and I restart it again when I warm up the car in the morning) Is a little under powered when you climb the Benjamin S. bridge with full load. Trotler is pretty responsive for light footed drivers bcos the car has good torque for lower gears. (Factory suspensions are soft, good for tight city driving and turning, tamper rebound too responsive), (ABS: I rate it at 7.5 /10 rating with stock specs on braking power, but different tyres will give your different performance braking on the road and also brake pads / calipers). Steering wheel is light with integrated Electronic PS, easy to perform parking and negotiate tight corners. Easy city driving car.

2. 2002 Europe Design car of the year.
Personal Experiences & Remarks: Interiors: Good head room, very roomy and reasonable passenger space, front driver leg room is roomy for me.
(2+2 adults acceptable, 2+3 is a little pack at the back ) (Jersey materials- seat covers (a little hot at times), bad marketing becos the car does not come with leathers) (Sound proofing-> noise slip through side doors and engine bay itself infront of the front driver area has thin layer of S.proofing from factory, the Roof: gets a little nosy when it is down pouring heavily) (There are wind nosy from the side above a certain speed and it is still acceptable)

Overall is not a bad car to drive, it all depends on yourself on what you look for when you choose a car design of car, performance, specs, Fuel C, comfort, practicality and price factor.. Not forgetting reliability.

Just take 4 hatch back cars to compare and you will know what to do.
I did these comparisons before purchasing, Citron C3, Toyota IST, Toyota BB 1.3L and Opel Corsa with the Nissan March k12
Results: 1st choice March, 2nd Toyota BB, 3rd Citron C3.
Look at it the winner, it has both a euro design car + a Japanese engine.
How abt a Renault + Nissan east meets west concept.
Nice outlook by Renault and pretty good Japanese engine to give the car a heart ! Lastly you pay the price of a Japanese car...

sorry dude long story. cheers

NYC_MiCra SG

Any chance you will have the specs of your tyres / weight. ???

LaDyGaRnet SG

I received an email from TC..

it said the new marchie has arrived!!!

vone SG

running 185/55/15r

weight? dunno...

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