10-07-2020, 11:15 AM
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Base Member
Join Date: Jul 2020
Location: Quebec
Posts: 8
Drives: 2010 Nissan 370Z M6
Rep Power: 6
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Originally Posted by Spooler
It could be the VTC which is the Varaiable Timing Chain cam gear. If that is what it is, check you oil pressure with a gauge. You may have a Galley gasket that has blown out causing low oil pressure to the VTC.
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How big of a job would you say the oil gallery is on the Z? Should I change the timing chain stuff while i'm there?
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Originally Posted by Cyber370
Again, make sure you got the right oil. If it’s coming from the VVEL, you need to start with an oil change to a good synthetic or Nissan Ester oil. Then you can go from there. The VVEL system is a very unique design that is known to make weird clicking and rattling noises especially when the oil is incorrect.
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What oil would you recommend?
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