Everyone with oil temp issues

Mag350Z · 11-07-2009, 11:13 AM

Hello,
first time posting here.
Own a 2006 350z 6MT.
Looking at trading in for a 370, but reluctant secondary to oil temp issues. Most posts here seem to claim that this is not really an issue with road use, however MotorTrend recently posted a review of the 370Z Roadster. They mention that although they enjoyed the 370Z, they REPEATEDLY experienced limp mode with spirited driving with high ambient temperatures.
I live in South Florida, and unfortunately think this issue will prevent me from buying the 370Z.
To my mind, it just seems really shortsighted to spend so much time and money developing the SyncroRevMatch while ignoring the oil temp issue. Personally, I think Nissan can keep the SyncroRevMatch and install an oil cooler with the sport package.
From the oil consuming RevUP 350Z, to the self destructing GTR transmission to the oil temp issue with the 370Z, it makes me wonder if Nissan has a quality control issue.
Just my new cents, I would appreciate any response.

antennahead · 11-07-2009, 11:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mag350Z

Hello,
first time posting here.
Own a 2006 350z 6MT.
Looking at trading in for a 370, but reluctant secondary to oil temp issues. Most posts here seem to claim that this is not really an issue with road use, however MotorTrend recently posted a review of the 370Z Roadster. They mention that although they enjoyed the 370Z, they REPEATEDLY experienced limp mode with spirited driving with high ambient temperatures.
I live in South Florida, and unfortunately think this issue will prevent me from buying the 370Z.
To my mind, it just seems really shortsighted to spend so much time and money developing the SyncroRevMatch while ignoring the oil temp issue. Personally, I think Nissan can keep the SyncroRevMatch and install an oil cooler with the sport package.
From the oil consuming RevUP 350Z, to the self destructing GTR transmission to the oil temp issue with the 370Z, it makes me wonder if Nissan has a quality control issue.
Just my new cents, I would appreciate any response.

I think they're great cars, and I am happy I bought mine. I also had an '06 oil consumer. It is also as hot here in the summer months, and that will run from April to October. If you intend to drive in a spirited fashion ( duh comment I know, if you are an enthusiast, and you probably wouldn't be here on this site if you were not :-) ), then I would add an oil cooler, since you live in South Florida. I really have no idea what continual daily operation at temps of 250 to 260 will do to the longterm reliability of these engines. I never hit limp mode, but do experience these temps when the ambient temperature is high.

John

Mag350Z · 11-07-2009, 11:41 AM

Thanks for the response.
Is it true that the oil cooler will void the warranty with Nissan?
How does the car compare to your previous 350Z?

Thank you

Mag350Z · 11-07-2009, 11:45 AM

My 2006 350Z has 75,000 miles on it and has been trouble free. While initially it consumed quite a bit of oil as evidenced by black exhaust tips and rear fender, I did not have the motor swapped. The oil consumption stopped on its own at around 30,000 miles.
I love how the 370 looks, I'm just put off by this oil issue after sweating it out with my 350.

370Zsteve · 11-09-2009, 05:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mag350Z

Hello,
first time posting here.
Own a 2006 350z 6MT.
Looking at trading in for a 370, but reluctant secondary to oil temp issues. Most posts here seem to claim that this is not really an issue with road use, however MotorTrend recently posted a review of the 370Z Roadster. They mention that although they enjoyed the 370Z, they REPEATEDLY experienced limp mode with spirited driving with high ambient temperatures.
I live in South Florida, and unfortunately think this issue will prevent me from buying the 370Z.
To my mind, it just seems really shortsighted to spend so much time and money developing the SyncroRevMatch while ignoring the oil temp issue. Personally, I think Nissan can keep the SyncroRevMatch and install an oil cooler with the sport package.
From the oil consuming RevUP 350Z, to the self destructing GTR transmission to the oil temp issue with the 370Z, it makes me wonder if Nissan has a quality control issue.
Just my new cents, I would appreciate any response.

Can you post a link to where MT said they "REPEATEDLY experienced limp mode with spirited driving with high ambient temperatures." I can't find it anywhere. Thanks.

<edit> never mind, found it. They also said that the couple they tested concurrently did not have the temperature issue. Therefore I say the roadster they tested had problems. Of course MT is the worst car rag out there................

Mag350Z · 11-09-2009, 08:57 AM

The question about 350Z oil temperatures is a good one and a question I have also thought about. As mentioned I am in South Florida.
My car does not have an oil temperature gauge, so I have no idea what temps I have been running.
I have 75000 miles on the car, and the motor still pulls nicely (at least by the seat of my pants). I have the car serviced at my local Nissan dealership every 3000 miles or so.
I previously owned a 1987 300ZX (non turbo) that had over 100,000 miles and had absolutely no mechanical issues.
A few other questions I have:
Does installation of an oil cooler on the 370Z void the warranty?
Does the G37 have similar problems?

Thank you

370Zsteve · 11-09-2009, 09:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mag350Z

The question about 350Z oil temperatures is a good one and a question I have also thought about. As mentioned I am in South Florida.
My car does not have an oil temperature gauge, so I have no idea what temps I have been running.
I have 75000 miles on the car, and the motor still pulls nicely (at least by the seat of my pants). I have the car serviced at my local Nissan dealership every 3000 miles or so.
I previously owned a 1987 300ZX (non turbo) that had over 100,000 miles and had absolutely no mechanical issues.
A few other questions I have:
Does installation of an oil cooler on the 370Z void the warranty?
Does the G37 have similar problems?

Thank you

I guess you could have your Nissan dealer do a factory install, no warranty issue there! But it ain't cheap.

I'd have to guess that an improper install could void a warranty, though. If you want to do a DIY, I recommend reading Modshack's DIY he posted here.

ChrisSlicks · 11-10-2009, 08:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 370Zsteve

I guess you could have your Nissan dealer do a factory install, no warranty issue there! But it ain't cheap.

I'd have to guess that an improper install could void a warranty, though. If you want to do a DIY, I recommend reading Modshack's DIY he posted here.

Not necessarily true! I questioned my dealer about installing the Nissan oil cooler and of course they said no problem. However when questioned on the warranty implications they were non-committal.

Mag350Z · 11-10-2009, 11:37 AM

I also have spoken with Royal Palm Nissan's Service Manager in South Florida and cannot get a straight answer as to whether or not the warranty would be voided despite a dealer installed oil cooler. I am definitely not mechanically inclined enough to install it myself.
How much weight to the car does an installed oil cooler add?

semtex · 11-10-2009, 12:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mag350Z

I also have spoken with Royal Palm Nissan's Service Manager in South Florida and cannot get a straight answer as to whether or not the warranty would be voided despite a dealer installed oil cooler. I am definitely not mechanically inclined enough to install it myself.
How much weight to the car does an installed oil cooler add?

Around 5 lbs.

Oh, and check out what happened with this guy after he installed an oil cooler on his 370Z!

370Zsteve · 11-13-2009, 12:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mag350Z

I also have spoken with Royal Palm Nissan's Service Manager in South Florida and cannot get a straight answer as to whether or not the warranty would be voided despite a dealer installed oil cooler. I am definitely not mechanically inclined enough to install it myself.
How much weight to the car does an installed oil cooler add?

Read the OP. it explains Nissan's viewpoint on warranty.

11-07-2009, 11:13 AM	#1 (permalink)
Mag350Z Base Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: South Florida Posts: 95 Drives: 2011 GS Corvette Rep Power: 16	Reluctant to purchase 370Z Hello, first time posting here. Own a 2006 350z 6MT. Looking at trading in for a 370, but reluctant secondary to oil temp issues. Most posts here seem to claim that this is not really an issue with road use, however MotorTrend recently posted a review of the 370Z Roadster. They mention that although they enjoyed the 370Z, they REPEATEDLY experienced limp mode with spirited driving with high ambient temperatures. I live in South Florida, and unfortunately think this issue will prevent me from buying the 370Z. To my mind, it just seems really shortsighted to spend so much time and money developing the SyncroRevMatch while ignoring the oil temp issue. Personally, I think Nissan can keep the SyncroRevMatch and install an oil cooler with the sport package. From the oil consuming RevUP 350Z, to the self destructing GTR transmission to the oil temp issue with the 370Z, it makes me wonder if Nissan has a quality control issue. Just my new cents, I would appreciate any response.

11-07-2009, 11:41 AM	#3 (permalink)
Mag350Z Base Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: South Florida Posts: 95 Drives: 2011 GS Corvette Rep Power: 16	Reluctant to purchase 370Z Thanks for the response. Is it true that the oil cooler will void the warranty with Nissan? How does the car compare to your previous 350Z? Thank you

11-07-2009, 11:45 AM	#4 (permalink)
Mag350Z Base Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: South Florida Posts: 95 Drives: 2011 GS Corvette Rep Power: 16	Reluctant to purchase 370Z My 2006 350Z has 75,000 miles on it and has been trouble free. While initially it consumed quite a bit of oil as evidenced by black exhaust tips and rear fender, I did not have the motor swapped. The oil consumption stopped on its own at around 30,000 miles. I love how the 370 looks, I'm just put off by this oil issue after sweating it out with my 350.

11-09-2009, 08:57 AM	#6 (permalink)
Mag350Z Base Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: South Florida Posts: 95 Drives: 2011 GS Corvette Rep Power: 16	Reluctant The question about 350Z oil temperatures is a good one and a question I have also thought about. As mentioned I am in South Florida. My car does not have an oil temperature gauge, so I have no idea what temps I have been running. I have 75000 miles on the car, and the motor still pulls nicely (at least by the seat of my pants). I have the car serviced at my local Nissan dealership every 3000 miles or so. I previously owned a 1987 300ZX (non turbo) that had over 100,000 miles and had absolutely no mechanical issues. A few other questions I have: Does installation of an oil cooler on the 370Z void the warranty? Does the G37 have similar problems? Thank you

11-10-2009, 11:37 AM	#9 (permalink)
Mag350Z Base Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: South Florida Posts: 95 Drives: 2011 GS Corvette Rep Power: 16	Oil Cooler I also have spoken with Royal Palm Nissan's Service Manager in South Florida and cannot get a straight answer as to whether or not the warranty would be voided despite a dealer installed oil cooler. I am definitely not mechanically inclined enough to install it myself. How much weight to the car does an installed oil cooler add?

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