Oil Change

theDreamer · 04-27-2009, 02:32 PM

wstar · 04-27-2009, 02:32 PM

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Originally Posted by semtex

That's awesome, man! Congrats. Oh btw,

And I'm not talking about your car either.

Sorry to disappoint, but I've seen how this goes on other forums. 3 pages from now someone will have traced the picture back to her myspace account, figured out all of her personal info, and be calling her and harassing her. No thanks

semtex · 04-27-2009, 02:52 PM

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Originally Posted by wstar

Sorry to disappoint, but I've seen how this goes on other forums. 3 pages from now someone will have traced the picture back to her myspace account, figured out all of her personal info, and be calling her and harassing her. No thanks

Dang it! Foiled again.

sensi09 · 04-21-2009, 12:59 AM

Here's the oil analysis thread on the VQ35HR. 2007 VQ35HR Engine Oil Analysis - MY350Z.COM Forums

semtex · 04-27-2009, 04:29 PM

Hmm....I drained my factory fill into a brand new oil pan. I should send in a sample.

wstar · 04-27-2009, 04:37 PM

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Originally Posted by semtex

Hmm....I drained my factory fill into a brand new oil pan. I should send in a sample.

I still have mine sitting in an oil pan right now too (a well-used one though), mostly because I've been lazy about bottling it and getting it to a recycle place. I don't think oil that's been sitting in a pan for a while can be trusted for analysis though, it's had time for things to "settle out" before you scoop the sample, and it's been oxidizing and absorbing moisture from the air while it sits there too. Hence the oil analysis places always saying to seal up a sample of well-mixed hot oil immediately on drain.

semtex · 04-27-2009, 04:42 PM

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Originally Posted by wstar

I still have mine sitting in an oil pan right now too (a well-used one though), mostly because I've been lazy about bottling it and getting it to a recycle place. I don't think oil that's been sitting in a pan for a while can be trusted for analysis though, it's had time for things to "settle out" before you scoop the sample, and it's been oxidizing and absorbing moisture from the air while it sits there too. Hence the oil analysis places always saying to seal up a sample of well-mixed hot oil immediately on drain.

Good point. Well thx for saving me some money then!

CoolKid092 · 02-10-2011, 08:43 PM

i have just gotten a Z for about 6-7 months now.. and this is my second oil change... and i went to the dealership and told me if i wanted to Use this oil that they recommend only putting for 370z and maximas... and of course i said yes guessing must be good which i want to take care of my car... and charged me 94$ is this a reasonable price for an oilchange for every 3 months?? just curious...

kenchan · 02-10-2011, 11:15 PM

and why are you changing oil every 3months?

CoolKid092 · 02-11-2011, 04:39 PM

cuz on the due date is 3 months from the date i change my oil and 4k miles..... thats why i was wondering. dealership sending me notice saying **** is due and crap lol

CoolKid092 · 02-11-2011, 04:41 PM

and my oil and filter notice turns on in my car....

kellyefields · 02-11-2011, 04:57 PM

you can change the interval notice by going into the menu. as far as changing at 4k I would think about switching to a synthetic like RP with a good filter like the RP synthetic and you could run 5k easily. It is really easy to change your own oil and it also ensures it is done correctly. I have heard horror stories about dealerships/oil change places using the incorrect oil or not changing the filter just to make the job go faster and save on overhead. It takes all of 15 min to change it yourself. Check the DIY section for what you need and pics of the change. And dont think I am a RP fan or sales man, i have just started using it for the past 10k and have been having good results with it first time with their filters but I plan to cut it open upon the next change.

wilsonp · 02-11-2011, 05:15 PM

Even if you don't change your own oil, I wouldn't worry about time as much as mileage (unless you let the car sit a long time).

I personally think the Esther oil is worthwhile, but I'm used to paying a lot for car maintenance

brucelidat · 08-13-2011, 05:40 PM

Where can I get Royal Purple or Motul 5w30? I dont see it on the websites of normal local stores like Pep Boys or O'Reily.

Methodical4u · 08-14-2011, 01:27 AM

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Originally Posted by brucelidat

Where can I get Royal Purple or Motul 5w30? I dont see it on the websites of normal local stores like Pep Boys or O'Reily.

I always caution anyone who uses Royal Purple... I had heard a few engine builders (Evo motors) say they tore some engines down that were using it and that the oil was completely shot and not protecting the engine. It supposedly breaks down very quickly... but then again everyone will say something different and it might be fine.

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semtex A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Behind enemy lines Age: 55 Posts: 5,995 Drives: People to drink Rep Power: 34	Hmm....I drained my factory fill into a brand new oil pan. I should send in a sample. __________________ "There are no small accidents on this circuit." -- Ayrton Senna 316.8whp & 248 ft/lbs (Dyno Dynamics) \| 319whp & 256 ft/lbs (DynoJet) (04/23/10) Stillen G3 CAI, CBE, Pulley / F.I. LTH / GTSpec Ladder Brace / Setrab Oil Cooler / UpRev-tuned by Forged Perf.

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wilsonp A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,134 Drives: 2009 Touring Sp Nav Rep Power: 18	Even if you don't change your own oil, I wouldn't worry about time as much as mileage (unless you let the car sit a long time). I personally think the Esther oil is worthwhile, but I'm used to paying a lot for car maintenance __________________ 2014 Cayman S PDK Sport Chrono White/Black Was 2009 370Z Touring Sport+Nav 7AT Metallic Black/Persimmon Was 1991 NSX Auto Black/Black

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02-11-2011, 04:57 PM	#12 (permalink)
kellyefields A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Lexington Ky #BBN Age: 49 Posts: 1,166 Drives: Supercharged Rep Power: 18	you can change the interval notice by going into the menu. as far as changing at 4k I would think about switching to a synthetic like RP with a good filter like the RP synthetic and you could run 5k easily. It is really easy to change your own oil and it also ensures it is done correctly. I have heard horror stories about dealerships/oil change places using the incorrect oil or not changing the filter just to make the job go faster and save on overhead. It takes all of 15 min to change it yourself. Check the DIY section for what you need and pics of the change. And dont think I am a RP fan or sales man, i have just started using it for the past 10k and have been having good results with it first time with their filters but I plan to cut it open upon the next change.

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brucelidat A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: temple city, ca Posts: 2,432 Drives: 2011 370z 7AT GM Sp Rep Power: 32	Where can I get Royal Purple or Motul 5w30? I dont see it on the websites of normal local stores like Pep Boys or O'Reily.