early oil change

nogoodname · 07-16-2009, 08:53 PM

do whatever will allow you to sleep at night

One_Quick_Z · 07-16-2009, 10:28 PM

Im going to wait until the 2k mark on mine I want to atleast have the "breakin" Done for the most part

DAN

Modshack · 07-17-2009, 02:33 PM

A good bet says You won't own this car 4 years from now. 3oo miles is a bit early to start worrying about this..

thispecialk · 07-17-2009, 05:12 PM

i will own this car. we have my wife car still and its an 05

need4speed · 07-18-2009, 01:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Phimosis

It's Setrab brand from Stillen. Stillen warranties the cooler. Nissan warranties the install. It was like $400 for the cooler, $400 for the install, including oil change, but they forgot to charge me for the new filter. Nissan Ester oil is almost $12 a quart.

Its funny you mention ur install at nissan. I just got chewed out yesterday
On another thread because I explained exactly what u said to someone.
(Except I told them the cooler was 780 from nissan)
Saying I didn't know what I was talkin bout. Lol.
Glad to read someone got it done at nissan under warranty.

Ur my proof.

arcticreaver · 07-20-2009, 11:53 AM

i was told to wait until 1000 miles for the first oil change.

Viera · 07-20-2009, 12:17 PM

Did my first at 1000. =)

LiquidZ · 07-20-2009, 12:25 PM

I did my first change at about 950 miles before heading out on a long trip.

JvKintheUSA · 07-22-2009, 08:03 PM

Changed my oil at 1,500 miles to Mobil 1 fully synthetic.

codpet · 07-25-2009, 09:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thispecialk

He oil cooler was is Nissan brand? Is it covered by warranty

I wouldn't use that stuff, it contains Molybdenum Disulfide.

It can eventually clog your oil system in general.

NASCAR uses it because their cars don't last long anyway. It's like a person taking drugs to improve short term functionality.

Just my opinion.

GMZ · 07-25-2009, 09:55 PM

Just changed mine today @ 950 with dino

355890 · 07-25-2009, 10:03 PM

Yes...Changed oil at 1,000 miles and introduced it to Royal Purple 5 W 30.

I will now be on a schedule of a 3,000 mile refresh.

codpet · 07-25-2009, 10:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GMZ

Just changed mine today @ 950 with dino

Back in the day, it was recommended to wait 3000 miles before you switch to synthetics. That's no longer the case, as current engine manufacturing technologies do not require you to break-in an engine. Many manufacturer's use synthetic's right out the door because of this.

GMZ · 07-25-2009, 10:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by codpet

Back in the day, it was recommended to wait 3000 miles before you switch to synthetics. That's no longer the case, as current engine manufacturing technologies do not require you to break-in an engine. Many manufacturer's use synthetic's right out the door because of this.

True, my reasoning for going with dino is I keep the OCI to about 1-2K mi until the 1st recommended change so itd be a waste of $$$ to go with syn. Grabbed 5qts of Quaker State at China Mart for $10.

codpet · 07-25-2009, 10:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GMZ

True, my reasoning for going with dino is I keep the OCI to about 1-2K mi until the 1st recommended change so itd be a waste of $$$ to go with syn. Grabbed 5qts of Quaker State at China Mart for $10.

Yeah, most people wait to switch the oil due to saving money. A very high quality synthetic costs quite a bit. Since the engine doesn't require a break-in to begin with, there are no "imperfect" parts that are rubbing together anyway, so it's not like you're risking damage to anything.

It comes down to synthetics are great for improved gas mileage, and extended drain intervals.

07-16-2009, 10:28 PM	#17 (permalink)
One_Quick_Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: Seneca Il Posts: 1,374 Drives: 10 Civic EX Sedan Rep Power: 219	Im going to wait until the 2k mark on mine I want to atleast have the "breakin" Done for the most part DAN __________________ -My BRZ with exhaust will decimate all if we overnight parts from Japan- 10 Civic EX Sedan- Current Daily

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Modshack A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Greenville NC Posts: 2,883 Drives: 370Z Sport Rep Power: 976	A good bet says You won't own this car 4 years from now. 3oo miles is a bit early to start worrying about this.. __________________ Steal my car! (SOLD)...Now Porsche Cayman S Oil Cooler DIY: Here!

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LiquidZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 1,940 Drives: Mag. Black 2009 370Z Rep Power: 704	I did my first change at about 950 miles before heading out on a long trip. __________________

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GMZ Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Virginia Beach Posts: 304 Drives: 07 V8 4Runner 4x4 Rep Power: 15	Just changed mine today @ 950 with dino __________________ Z-less once again

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nogoodname Lifetime Premium Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Montreal Posts: 22,357 Drives: E46 M3 Rep Power: 1764	do whatever will allow you to sleep at night

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thispecialk Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 483 Drives: 2009 370z, manual, Rep Power: 15	i will own this car. we have my wife car still and its an 05

07-20-2009, 12:17 PM	#22 (permalink)
Viera Track Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 897 Drives: '09 M.Blue 370Z 6MT Rep Power: 264	Did my first at 1000. =)

07-22-2009, 08:03 PM	#24 (permalink)
JvKintheUSA Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Canton, GA Posts: 465 Drives: 2013 Shelby GT500 Rep Power: 427	Changed my oil at 1,500 miles to Mobil 1 fully synthetic.

07-25-2009, 10:03 PM	#27 (permalink)
355890 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 416 Drives: GP Z Base+Sport (6m) Rep Power: 541	Yes...Changed oil at 1,000 miles and introduced it to Royal Purple 5 W 30. I will now be on a schedule of a 3,000 mile refresh. __________________ *"Burnley Football Club supporter" ENGLAND...ENGLAND...ENGLAND*

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