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-   -   DIY: Nissan 370Z Oil change (AK370Z way) Pictures inside (http://www.the370z.com/diy-section-do-yourself/4705-diy-nissan-370z-oil-change-ak370z-way-pictures-inside.html)

JARblue 03-03-2015 07:07 PM
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Originally Posted by jayhuffdaddy (Post 3127464)
:tiphat:

Carlitoboy 04-11-2015 01:26 PM
Many thanks for sharing!!!

LinPark 04-25-2015 12:24 PM
Just did my 4th oil change and actually came back to this for reference - for the umpteenth time "Thanks AK!".

140BPM 05-26-2015 07:19 PM
So I just finished my oil change for the ?th time and as I'm finishing up pouring in the oil I realize that I probably put that stupid crush washer in backwards. Funny how the most simple procedure can slip your mind no matter how many times you perform a task.

Anyone else do this by accident? I've read a few other posts saying it shouldn't be an issue but just curious if anyone here has experience first hand. I did remove the old one FWIW.

I guess I'll run it and check for any seepage in a few days... I'm not about to drain all the oil fresh oil out for a stupid copper washer just yet

BoneZ 05-28-2015 02:48 PM
This car requires a crush washer to change the oil?

JARblue 05-28-2015 02:53 PM
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Originally Posted by BoneZ (Post 3211813)
This car requires a crush washer to change the oil?
Yup. And don't ask if you can reuse them. It's not worth the risk for the cost. You can get them for about $0.50 apiece. Your local dealer should have them or you can order them online in bulk for cheap.

BoneZ 05-28-2015 02:56 PM
Reading this thread. Looks like this car requires a bit more effort to get the job done. Interesting.

onzedge 05-28-2015 02:57 PM
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Originally Posted by BoneZ (Post 3211818)
Reading this thread. Looks like this car requires a bit more effort to get the job done. Interesting.
It is a piece of cake.

Worry not.

BoneZ 05-28-2015 03:00 PM
Air ratchet ftw.

AK370Z 05-28-2015 11:19 PM
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Originally Posted by BoneZ (Post 3211818)
Reading this thread. Looks like this car requires a bit more effort to get the job done. Interesting.
True .. in a way.. but that's bc I'm ocd and I like to do it perfectly. You can just pull the back flip (held by only 3 screws and do the oil change. Maybe a bit messy and you may get oil on under tray. It takes 10 min to remove 10 screws, so why not?


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Originally Posted by LinPark (Post 2501968)
I've never cut my filter open to look at it but I've seen stuff on the tip of the magnetic drain plug. I thought there were pics on the web of folks who had cut the filters in half and you could see the stuff trapped on the side of the filter. If you don't want to spring for the $25 and put it on then don't. I know I sleep better at night knowing it's on there. :)
I should just stop being lazy and cut one of the filter. I need a good hacksaw though :eek:


I just want to update everyone that my car turned over 93,000 miles and still running like a boss for being a 6 1/2 year old car. This Redline oil combo with purolator filter worked awesome. No complain. I def. don't baby the car. Almost every Sunday I redline the living crap outta it at autox venues and Z comes out winning class or podium finishes in competitive regions. So if someone ask me "is this redline with purolator is a good combo?" I can most certainly tell them "yes. it is. I think we have enough data to say it now." I changed to redline at 3600 miles.

MyZ4U2C 05-29-2015 12:08 AM
Thats the combo im running and will run for a long time.

Smashley 05-29-2015 02:46 AM
0W-30 Castrol Syntec makes my Z very happy

~37oZ~ 05-30-2015 07:34 PM
Just fold the flap back on the under tray, the oil stream clears the tray so there is no mess

JARblue 05-30-2015 08:03 PM
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Originally Posted by ~37oZ~ (Post 3213941)
Just fold the flap back on the under tray, the oil stream clears the tray so there is no mess
A bungee cord can help hold it out of the way. I have done enough oil changes that it actually stays folded enough out of the way without any help now.

140BPM 05-31-2015 08:54 PM
1 week after putting the crush washer on backwards and dry as a bone underneath. Just in case any other noobs are curious :)

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kenchan 06-01-2015 07:49 AM
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Originally Posted by 140BPM (Post 3214773)
1 week after putting the crush washer on backwards and dry as a bone underneath. Just in case any other noobs are curious :)

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Wat would happen if you removed the plug and immediately fix the orientation and screwed the plug back in? Report back.

onzedge 06-01-2015 07:55 AM
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Originally Posted by kenchan (Post 3215067)
Wat would happen if you removed the plug and immediately fix the orientation and screwed the plug back in? Report back.
That would work. While laying on one's back, remove the drain plug and quickly dam the flowing oil with your thumb and hold it there. Now, remove the crush-washer from the drain plug (with one hand) and then replace the crush-washer with a new one, being mindful of the orientation.

Now the tricky part:

Remove your thumb and quickly -- I mean VERY quickly -- replace the drain plug and secure it. Do not forget to torque it to the specified number of ft-lbs.

I think that peace of mind has no price. He should do this immediately.

Also, have one or two rolls of Bounty™ handy.

onzedge™ has written...

All Reps returned...

~37oZ~ 06-08-2015 01:15 PM
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Originally Posted by JARblue (Post 3213959)
A bungee cord can help hold it out of the way. I have done enough oil changes that it actually stays folded enough out of the way without any help now.
Yup, that's what I did, I posted some pics on page #48 if anyone isn't sure what flap we are talking about :tup:

BoneZ 06-23-2015 10:06 AM
Wanting to buy the magnetic drain plug and oil filter mags. Any brands better than others or ones to avoid?

LennyK 06-23-2015 05:28 PM
Very Helpful Information - Thanks:tiphat:

BoneZ 08-08-2015 04:57 PM
Yay! Presents in the mail.

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/08...8bc4e57ef0.jpg

onzedge 12-06-2015 06:57 AM
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Originally Posted by BoneZ (Post 3280090)
:tup:

~37oZ~ 12-06-2015 09:04 AM
How much was the drain plug?

BoneZ 12-23-2015 02:24 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by ~37oZ~ (Post 3361316)
How much was the drain plug?
Like $15

LennyK 12-24-2015 06:50 AM
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Originally Posted by ~37oZ~ (Post 2879945)
Just wanted to add, you only need to remove the 4 rear most bolts that hold the very back of the splash shield on instead of all 16 plus the 4 clips. The splash shield has a fold in it to allow quick access to the oil filter and plug once the four bolts are removed, just fold it back and hold in place with a strap or cable of some sort and it stays well out of the way of the dirty oil stream and oil filter, hope that helps save some time for someone down the road. :tup:

I think someone already mentioned doing it this way but here are some pics for clarity! I didn't get one drop of oil on anything. This flap was designed for the purpose of doing an oil change I believe.
GREAT INFORMATION...:tiphat:

barncobob 12-24-2015 10:49 AM
bungee cord works,easy oil change, put the magnetic oil plug in at 1200mi, few more months and see whats going on..

Dreadnaught 01-02-2016 05:49 PM
I don't know if someone has mentioned it, but, what I like to do once every so many oil changes once the oil has drained is to pour another quart in the motor while the drain plug is off to flush out the left hand side head and the left hand side of the engine block and sump. Then, I go ahead and button things up and add the proper amount of oil per the owners manual.

need4speed255 01-02-2016 11:08 PM
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Originally Posted by Dreadnaught (Post 3380109)
I don't know if someone has mentioned it, but, what I like to do once every so many oil changes once the oil has drained is to pour another quart in the motor while the drain plug is off to flush out the left hand side head and the left hand side of the engine block and sump. Then, I go ahead and button things up and add the proper amount of oil per the owners manual.
That's funny. I do the same but usually about a pint. Maybe a bit anal.

BoneZ 01-02-2016 11:11 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Dreadnaught (Post 3380109)
I don't know if someone has mentioned it, but, what I like to do once every so many oil changes once the oil has drained is to pour another quart in the motor while the drain plug is off to flush out the left hand side head and the left hand side of the engine block and sump. Then, I go ahead and button things up and add the proper amount of oil per the owners manual.
Do you notice a lot of ick?

Dreadnaught 01-03-2016 01:38 AM
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Originally Posted by need4speed255 (Post 3380211)
That's funny. I do the same but usually about a pint. Maybe a bit anal.
I'm anal annie when it comes to doing things on my car.

Dreadnaught 01-03-2016 01:41 AM
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Originally Posted by BoneZ (Post 3380213)
Do you notice a lot of ick?
I notice that about after I pour half to 3/4ths of a quart that the oil coming out of the pan is starting to come out as clean oil. So it definitely helps get out old oil.

BoneZ 01-03-2016 08:52 AM
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Originally Posted by Dreadnaught (Post 3380253)
I notice that about after I pour half to 3/4ths of a quart that the oil coming out of the pan is starting to come out as clean oil. So it definitely helps get out old oil.
Cool.

Filipe 02-28-2016 02:28 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by 140BPM (Post 3209812)
So I just finished my oil change for the ?th time and as I'm finishing up pouring in the oil I realize that I probably put that stupid crush washer in backwards. Funny how the most simple procedure can slip your mind no matter how many times you perform a task.

Anyone else do this by accident? I've read a few other posts saying it shouldn't be an issue but just curious if anyone here has experience first hand. I did remove the old one FWIW.

I guess I'll run it and check for any seepage in a few days... I'm not about to drain all the oil fresh oil out for a stupid copper washer just yet
how do you know which way is the "proper" way of putting it on?

BoneZ 02-28-2016 02:31 PM
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Originally Posted by Filipe (Post 3424843)
how do you know which way is the "proper" way of putting it on?
The part of the washer that has the notch needs to contact the head of the bolt. The more open side of the washer contacts the oil pan.

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/2016...b39977f469.jpg

Filipe 02-28-2016 03:02 PM
curious as to why - but i'd imagine it's just one of those things "because they say so"

BoneZ 02-28-2016 03:13 PM
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Originally Posted by Filipe (Post 3424847)
curious as to why - but i'd imagine it's just one of those things "because they say so"
The raised part of the notch makes it easier for the bolt to thread into it and also that side has the smaller opening to seal more effectively.

I'd also say because the bolt is tightening into the pan, having the open end on the pan would allow for more even crushing and subsequent better seal.

Filipe 02-28-2016 03:21 PM
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Originally Posted by BoneZ (Post 3424851)
The raised part of the notch makes it easier for the bolt to thread into it and also that side has the smaller opening to seal more effectively.

I'd also say because the bolt is tightening into the pan, having the open end on the pan would allow for more even crushing and subsequent better seal.
Thank you- I did some more searching and that is similar to what I read elsewhere....is there any reason to be concerned about not completely draining the oil, since the car is still on the ramps when you tighten the bolt back up?

I've always used jack stands on my 300zx, and lowered the car to drain the oil completely, then jacked it back up to put in the drain plug. What are your thoughts folks?

And thanks for the help. Paid the shop to do the first oil change, as a way to let me get under the lift and take a look at the under carriage. From here on out, I plan to do it myself.

BoneZ 02-28-2016 03:24 PM
I never worry about it. The way I see it, you are never going to completely get every drop of used oil out of the system and just so long as it's refreshed with good oil on a regular basis, I think everything should be fine.

Filipe 02-28-2016 03:26 PM
That's a fair logic to go by, honestly. I don't race the car. I just drive it hard when I get the chance. Plus, I'm not maximizing the milage intervals with Mobil1 anyway. Thank you.

barncobob 03-10-2016 07:15 AM
i always change oil late afternoon, let it drip all night and fill in morning


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