Twin Turboed z's, what oil are you running?

GeauxTigers1 · 11-14-2011, 03:27 PM

Hey guys, I've got the GTM TT kit on my z and the oil cruising on the freeway gets to 235+! I used Mobil 1 synthetic 5w-30. I've been recommended to get the Nissan Ester oil, but can't seem to find a lot of information on it. Is anyone else having this issue and found a resolution? Thx!

cdoxp800 · 11-14-2011, 03:40 PM

You got a oil cooler?

GeauxTigers1 · 11-14-2011, 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by cdoxp800

You got a oil cooler?

No actually, I will be, however before the mobile 1 there didnt seem to be an issue w oil temp. It was nissans oil prior. I understand that the typical response would be just to go back to the nissan oil, but I really wanted to look at what others are running.

Ps. What oil coolers are the most recommended, especially when summer runs around here in AZ? This will be a must before summer rolls around and w the issue Im having now, probably sooner.

SeeyaBud86 · 11-14-2011, 04:08 PM

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Originally Posted by GeauxTigers1

No actually, I will be, however before the mobile 1 there didnt seem to be an issue w oil temp. It was nissans oil prior. I understand that the typical response would be just to go back to the nissan oil, but I really wanted to look at what others are running.

Ps. What oil coolers are the most recommended, especially when summer runs around here in AZ? This will be a must before summer rolls around and w the issue Im having now, probably sooner.

Being on this forum for over a year, I have seen that it doesn't really matter what type of oil you use as far as oil temp goes. Get an oil cooler. It's possible also that since getting the TT kit, you're probably driving your car a bit harder thus the higher temp. Get an oil cooler

cdoxp800 · 11-14-2011, 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by GeauxTigers1

No actually, I will be, however before the mobile 1 there didnt seem to be an issue w oil temp. It was nissans oil prior. I understand that the typical response would be just to go back to the nissan oil, but I really wanted to look at what others are running.

Ps. What oil coolers are the most recommended, especially when summer runs around here in AZ? This will be a must before summer rolls around and w the issue Im having now, probably sooner.

I am Not TT'ed but I like to run road courses. I run a Z1 34 Row oil cooler.
Z1 Motorsports 370Z/G37 Oil Cooler Kit

I run Mobil 1 Extended Performance. On the track, and after a 20 min session of Hard running I see just over 200 degrees.

I highly recommend a oil cooler since your TT'ed.

Chad

fuct · 11-14-2011, 04:27 PM

cdoxp800- why use the extended performance? you change your oil every 15k miles?

cdoxp800 · 11-14-2011, 04:31 PM

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Originally Posted by fuct

cdoxp800- why use the extended performance? you change your oil every 15k miles?

No, ever 4K. For me it's better for High temps. I could used Reg Mobil One, but It's just my preference.

GeauxTigers1 · 11-14-2011, 04:40 PM

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Originally Posted by SeeyaBud86

Being on this forum for over a year, I have seen that it doesn't really matter what type of oil you use as far as oil temp goes. Get an oil cooler. It's possible also that since getting the TT kit, you're probably driving your car a bit harder thus the higher temp. Get an oil cooler

good deal, will do....Thx for the info guys!

GeauxTigers1 · 11-14-2011, 04:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cdoxp800

I am Not TT'ed but I like to run road courses. I run a Z1 34 Row oil cooler.
Z1 Motorsports 370Z/G37 Oil Cooler Kit

I run Mobil 1 Extended Performance. On the track, and after a 20 min session of Hard running I see just over 200 degrees.

I highly recommend a oil cooler since your TT'ed.

Chad

Thx for the recommendation. Thats where I will start for the oil cooler. Thx again chad!

Jeffblue · 11-14-2011, 04:42 PM

my 450whp 300zx TT barely breaks 190 in normal driving. Factory oil cooler ftw

Ron · 11-14-2011, 05:06 PM

I am actually surprised you are not seeing higher temps on a TT car. 235 is not that bad, I've seen people hit that while NA.

Ron · 11-14-2011, 05:07 PM

oh and...

JB-370z · 11-14-2011, 05:32 PM

I never ever go over 190-210 going off my HKS Camp2, which gives more updated readings. Thats even when I rip on it time and time again. Some folks on here don't believe me, thats fine. I have 3 buddies w/370z that are supercharged and their temps get sky high.

Mobile 1 is what I use, its a great oil.

GeauxTigers1 · 11-14-2011, 06:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Ron

I am actually surprised you are not seeing higher temps on a TT car. 235 is not that bad, I've seen people hit that while NA.

That high though, while just cruising on the freeway at 3k rpms? It seems 210-220 is what I've been seeing as the normal temps. Im just going to go get a damn oil cooler. I need one anyway bc of how hot it gets here in az. I really like the zr1 motorsports, or even the stillen kit

Ron · 11-14-2011, 06:22 PM

What was the ambient temp? GTMs 34row oil cooler is the exact same thing as Z1s and its cheaper.

11-14-2011, 03:27 PM	#1 (permalink)
GeauxTigers1 Track Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Surprise, Az Posts: 590 Drives: 2017 370Z Nismo Rep Power: 6744	Twin Turboed z's, what oil are you running? Hey guys, I've got the GTM TT kit on my z and the oil cruising on the freeway gets to 235+! I used Mobil 1 synthetic 5w-30. I've been recommended to get the Nissan Ester oil, but can't seem to find a lot of information on it. Is anyone else having this issue and found a resolution? Thx!

11-14-2011, 03:40 PM	#2 (permalink)
cdoxp800 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: FL Posts: 1,337 Drives: 2011 Nismo Rep Power: 19	You got a oil cooler? __________________ 2011 Brilliant Silver NISMO 370z. #: 0046. PPE LTH \| MillSpec Cats \| F.I Exhaust \| Akuma Intakes \| Rotora 6/4 Brakes

11-14-2011, 05:06 PM	#11 (permalink)
Ron A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 3,009 Drives: TT '11 PW Nismo #113 Rep Power: 21	I am actually surprised you are not seeing higher temps on a TT car. 235 is not that bad, I've seen people hit that while NA. __________________ 2011 Twin Turbo PW nismo #113 - My Journal - My TT Build Thread [ GTM GTX Stg2 TT \|\| HKS EVC6 \|\| Custom CarPC \|\| F.I 3'' TDX CBE \|\| SB 6puck clutch/ZSpeed CSC \|\| BC BR Coilovers \|\| SPC camber arms \|\| Work VSS-X \|\| Custom Headlights \|\| PW:JDM CF Covers \|\| Seibon CF Engine Cover ]

11-14-2011, 05:07 PM	#12 (permalink)
Ron A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 3,009 Drives: TT '11 PW Nismo #113 Rep Power: 21	oh and... __________________ 2011 Twin Turbo PW nismo #113 - My Journal - My TT Build Thread [ GTM GTX Stg2 TT \|\| HKS EVC6 \|\| Custom CarPC \|\| F.I 3'' TDX CBE \|\| SB 6puck clutch/ZSpeed CSC \|\| BC BR Coilovers \|\| SPC camber arms \|\| Work VSS-X \|\| Custom Headlights \|\| PW:JDM CF Covers \|\| Seibon CF Engine Cover ]

11-14-2011, 05:32 PM	#13 (permalink)
JB-370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Houston, Tx Posts: 1,859 Drives: Stage 2 Twin Turbos Rep Power: 19	I never ever go over 190-210 going off my HKS Camp2, which gives more updated readings. Thats even when I rip on it time and time again. Some folks on here don't believe me, thats fine. I have 3 buddies w/370z that are supercharged and their temps get sky high. Mobile 1 is what I use, its a great oil. __________________ ll Baker Tuning ll GTM ll Powerhouse Amuse ll HKS ll Up-Rev ll iForged ll AP Racing ll Pioneer ll SPL ll Bride ll Top Secret ll OS Giken ll GTM Stage 2 Twin Turboed 370z (First in Texas, Thanks To Baker Tuning)

11-14-2011, 04:27 PM	#6 (permalink)
fuct A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: Sugar Land Posts: 3,692 Drives: 97' Ranger :) Rep Power: 23	cdoxp800- why use the extended performance? you change your oil every 15k miles?

11-14-2011, 04:42 PM	#10 (permalink)
Jeffblue A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: NY Age: 36 Posts: 9,192 Drives: Z32TT & 335xi Coupe Rep Power: 37	my 450whp 300zx TT barely breaks 190 in normal driving. Factory oil cooler ftw

11-14-2011, 06:22 PM	#15 (permalink)
Ron A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 3,009 Drives: TT '11 PW Nismo #113 Rep Power: 21	What was the ambient temp? GTMs 34row oil cooler is the exact same thing as Z1s and its cheaper. __________________ 2011 Twin Turbo PW nismo #113 - My Journal - My TT Build Thread [ GTM GTX Stg2 TT \|\| HKS EVC6 \|\| Custom CarPC \|\| F.I 3'' TDX CBE \|\| SB 6puck clutch/ZSpeed CSC \|\| BC BR Coilovers \|\| SPC camber arms \|\| Work VSS-X \|\| Custom Headlights \|\| PW:JDM CF Covers \|\| Seibon CF Engine Cover ]

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