DIY: Nissan 370Z Oil change (AK370Z way) Pictures inside

FricFrac · 07-31-2010, 11:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LiquidZ

AK, I used a Wix on my previous oil change. Insolubles read 0.2%, so I'd say the Wix did an excellent job. I went with a PureOne this time around to get some comparison.

Amsoil sells Wix, so if you need any help with pricing, just let me know.

Which part number for your Wix filter did you use?

LiquidZ · 08-01-2010, 11:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fricfrac

which part number for your wix filter did you use?

51365.

FricFrac · 08-01-2010, 12:30 PM

So basically the 51357 is an inch taller (and virtually the same size as the PL14610) than the 51365 if you want to upsize your filter....

Part Number: 51365
Height: 2.577
Outer Diameter Top: 2.685
Outer Diameter Bottom: Closed
Thread Size: 20X1.5 MM
Beta Ratio: 2/20=15/22
Burst Pressure-PSI: 300

Part Number: 51357
Height: 3.402
Outer Diameter Top: 2.685
Outer Diameter Bottom: Closed
Thread Size: 20X1.5 MM
Burst Pressure-PSI: 280

and for reference to the Purolator PL14610

Specifications:
Anti-Drain Back Valve Yes Height 3.52
O.D. 2.69 Relief Valve P.S.I. 14-18
Threads M20-1.5 Type of Filter Spin-on

Jeffblue · 08-06-2010, 11:08 AM

I'm about to order/go out and buy whats necessary for my first change. Can someone let me know if i'm overlooking anything. I have a ratchet set and torque wrench already.

1. Redline 5w30 Five Quart
2. Redline 5w30 one Quart
3. K&N Oil Filter HP-1008
4. Kics Oil Drain Plug M12 P1.25
5. Filter Magnet - RA250
6. Copper Drain Plug Washer
7. 12 Quart Oil Drain Pan
8. Blitz Ramps

Thanks!

bsramzy · 08-09-2010, 08:43 PM

anyone notice the price on Purolator PL14610 skyrocket?! Amazon sold the 2 packs for around 11 dollars

now its 11 dollars for one filter!

ChrisSlicks · 08-10-2010, 07:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bsramzy

anyone notice the price on Purolator PL14610 skyrocket?! Amazon sold the 2 packs for around 11 dollars

now its 11 dollars for one filter!

Advanced Auto Parts has then for $6.50 and they often run oil change specials where you can get a Purolator filter basically for free when you buy the advertised oil.

bsramzy · 08-10-2010, 04:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ChrisSlicks

Advanced Auto Parts has then for $6.50 and they often run oil change specials where you can get a Purolator filter basically for free when you buy the advertised oil.

yeah, i am running amsoil right now so all i need is the filter. I just cant wrap my head around the huge price increase

Jeffblue · 08-12-2010, 03:51 PM

FYI, (AK i dunno if you want to add this to your first post, but) you can get the the Kics magnetic drain plugs here for $5 less: MyNismo.com - PROJECT KICS Magnetic Oil Drain

and the washers for $0.80 here MyNismo.com - NISSAN Oil Drain Plug Washer they are 30 cents less each and you don't need to go to the dealership

lower price and no trips to dealership

dudafunk · 08-21-2010, 07:42 PM

Thread was helpful, finally tried it myself after postponing the last two oil changes!...

(you mention you remove the oil filter first THEN drain the oil?. . . saw it the other way round in some other manual, don't think its a big deal but was there a specific reason for doing the filter first and not the draining from the bolt first?)

AK370Z · 08-22-2010, 11:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dudafunk

Thread was helpful, finally tried it myself after postponing the last two oil changes!...

(you mention you remove the oil filter first THEN drain the oil?. . . saw it the other way round in some other manual, don't think its a big deal but was there a specific reason for doing the filter first and not the draining from the bolt first?)

In this DIY? I never mentioned such thing. I have never in my life taken off filter before the drain bolt. I think you're confusing oil filler CAP with oil filter

Quote:

Originally Posted by AK370Z

STEP 4
Once the cover is off, here's what you'll see. First, remove the oil filler cap (in engine bay). Then, use a wrench to unbolt the drain bolt.

Hope this helps!

ChrisSlicks · 08-22-2010, 01:04 PM

If you have a wide enough catch tray you can remove both at the same time. Order doesn't really matter but you will end up with less on your hands if you do the drain plug first.

dudafunk · 08-23-2010, 08:18 AM

Oh yeah nevermind, sorry about that!! I take back my words.. :P

Jeffblue · 08-24-2010, 06:32 AM

yea i used a pipe wrench and this grippy oven mit called an orka (mine was hot because i drove earlier)

dudafunk · 08-25-2010, 11:07 AM

So the amount of oil that I was disposing off turned out to be lesser than 5 and a quarter. . . . is that normal?

daleks · 08-25-2010, 01:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dudafunk

So the amount of oil that I was disposing off turned out to be lesser than 5 and a quarter. . . . is that normal?

What was your oil level before and after the change? My first change (at 1300 miles) went from the oil level being perfectly between L and H to being juuuust under H after adding 5 1/8 quarts. Obviously I drained less than that. The car came with the oil half way between L and H. You're probably fine, just keep an eye on the oil level to see if there are any big changes.

08-01-2010, 12:30 PM	#3 (permalink)
FricFrac A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Victoria, BC Posts: 1,481 Drives: 370Z 300ZX 280ZX 240 Rep Power: 229	So basically the 51357 is an inch taller (and virtually the same size as the PL14610) than the 51365 if you want to upsize your filter.... Part Number: 51365 Height: 2.577 Outer Diameter Top: 2.685 Outer Diameter Bottom: Closed Thread Size: 20X1.5 MM Beta Ratio: 2/20=15/22 Burst Pressure-PSI: 300 Part Number: 51357 Height: 3.402 Outer Diameter Top: 2.685 Outer Diameter Bottom: Closed Thread Size: 20X1.5 MM Burst Pressure-PSI: 280 and for reference to the Purolator PL14610 Specifications: Anti-Drain Back Valve Yes Height 3.52 O.D. 2.69 Relief Valve P.S.I. 14-18 Threads M20-1.5 Type of Filter Spin-on __________________ '09 370Z - '93 300ZX Vert - '83 280ZX - '83 280ZXT -'81 280ZXT stroker - '72 240Z - Stillen CBE, HFC, G3, Grounding Kit, Sways // Swift Spring // H&R 15mm // 5% Tint // Clear Bra // Last edited by FricFrac; 08-01-2010 at 12:33 PM.

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ChrisSlicks A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: North East Posts: 6,203 Drives: 09 370Z Sport M6 Rep Power: 654	If you have a wide enough catch tray you can remove both at the same time. Order doesn't really matter but you will end up with less on your hands if you do the drain plug first. __________________ Hotchkis ARB \| Stillen CAI \| Art Pipes \| Berk CBE \| Stillen AP Racing Brakes \| AE Performance Oil Cooler \| BC Racing ER Coilovers \| Doran Control Arms

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Jeffblue A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: NY Age: 37 Posts: 9,192 Drives: Z32TT & 335xi Coupe Rep Power: 38	I'm about to order/go out and buy whats necessary for my first change. Can someone let me know if i'm overlooking anything. I have a ratchet set and torque wrench already. 1. Redline 5w30 Five Quart 2. Redline 5w30 one Quart 3. K&N Oil Filter HP-1008 4. Kics Oil Drain Plug M12 P1.25 5. Filter Magnet - RA250 6. Copper Drain Plug Washer 7. 12 Quart Oil Drain Pan 8. Blitz Ramps Thanks!

08-09-2010, 08:43 PM	#5 (permalink)
bsramzy Base Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: prairieville Posts: 70 Drives: 09 350z maNUAL Rep Power: 17	anyone notice the price on Purolator PL14610 skyrocket?! Amazon sold the 2 packs for around 11 dollars now its 11 dollars for one filter!

08-12-2010, 03:51 PM	#8 (permalink)
Jeffblue A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: NY Age: 37 Posts: 9,192 Drives: Z32TT & 335xi Coupe Rep Power: 38	FYI, (AK i dunno if you want to add this to your first post, but) you can get the the Kics magnetic drain plugs here for $5 less: MyNismo.com - PROJECT KICS Magnetic Oil Drain and the washers for $0.80 here MyNismo.com - NISSAN Oil Drain Plug Washer they are 30 cents less each and you don't need to go to the dealership lower price and no trips to dealership

08-21-2010, 07:42 PM	#9 (permalink)
dudafunk Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 421 Drives: '09 370z Base Red AT Rep Power: 16	Thread was helpful, finally tried it myself after postponing the last two oil changes!... (you mention you remove the oil filter first THEN drain the oil?. . . saw it the other way round in some other manual, don't think its a big deal but was there a specific reason for doing the filter first and not the draining from the bolt first?)

08-23-2010, 08:18 AM	#12 (permalink)
dudafunk Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 421 Drives: '09 370z Base Red AT Rep Power: 16	Oh yeah nevermind, sorry about that!! I take back my words.. :P

08-24-2010, 06:32 AM	#13 (permalink)
Jeffblue A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: NY Age: 37 Posts: 9,192 Drives: Z32TT & 335xi Coupe Rep Power: 38	yea i used a pipe wrench and this grippy oven mit called an orka (mine was hot because i drove earlier)

08-25-2010, 11:07 AM	#14 (permalink)
dudafunk Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 421 Drives: '09 370z Base Red AT Rep Power: 16	So the amount of oil that I was disposing off turned out to be lesser than 5 and a quarter. . . . is that normal?