370Z oil cooler necessary?

Yabrokak · 08-10-2016, 03:32 PM

After ~15 mins of driving I'm usually at 220-230. I live in Georgia as well. I have yet to see it go above 230, but once it hits that range I usually drive it more gently. As others have said above, as long as you are <240 it should be fine, even on a daily basis. Also keep in mind that if you are running synthetic your temps can be slightly higher without additional issue.

Pagoda · 08-10-2016, 07:59 PM

I had the same concerns over how high my engine temps got. Easily hit 225 in normal driving. Even knowing that was the norm for the Z, after reading the forums, I still got an oil cooler. If it did anything, it gave me peace of mind, and keeps my temps no higher than 205, even in spirited driving. Worth the money for peace of mind if you ask me.

labrador · 08-10-2016, 10:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Pagoda

I had the same concerns over how high my engine temps got. Easily hit 225 in normal driving. Even knowing that was the norm for the Z, after reading the forums, I still got an oil cooler. If it did anything, it gave me peace of mind, and keeps my temps no higher than 205, even in spirited driving. Worth the money for peace of mind if you ask me.

South Texas here, like mexican border south, I have a 144 mile roundtrip to work. No oil cooler, I stay around 220-230 in these hot *** months. Been doing it for 7 years now since the car was new. No problems.

Matt370znismo · 08-11-2016, 07:53 PM

I am looking at getting an oil cooler. Which brand is recommended?

SuBXeRo · 08-11-2016, 08:02 PM

i know its a different motor but my hemi gets up to 220 in the summer here in AZ without a problem, rarely does it go over that. Engines now a days have hotter temps often to curb fuel consumption, hotter it is, less dense the air, less fuel better economy. Those that take issue with the high temps have changed the fan t-stat to a lower tmep so the fans runs harder and longer to keep the engine cool.

Unless you've tweaked the engine over and above stock, you should be able to ride it hard as hell and have it still be within parameters. In the instance of my car or the Z, both are designed for spirited and fast driving.

If you are using full synthetic oil, these temperatures shouldn't be a problem, even on the longer term. Synthetics just don't break down like conventional does even though synthetics are heavily derived from conventional, the end product is quite different.

Otis · 08-12-2016, 07:46 AM

25 row adequate?
Mocal or Setrab core

Looked at installation - UG.. Looks like i should let professional do it.

I change my own oils and did my exhaust, but this just looks like experience is necessary?

Otis

Chuck33079 · 08-12-2016, 07:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Otis

25 row adequate?
Mocal or Setrab core

Looked at installation - UG.. Looks like i should let professional do it.

I change my own oils and did my exhaust, but this just looks like experience is necessary?

Otis

Not at all. It's one of the easiest mods you'll ever do. If you can change your oil you can install an oil cooler.

Timbo · 08-12-2016, 08:54 AM

I run the Torque app through a Bluetooth OBD adapter to display lots of ECU data on an old cell phone, but oil temp is not an available parameter. Anyone else use Torque and can access oil temp?

Jayhovah · 08-12-2016, 09:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Timbo

I run the Torque app through a Bluetooth OBD adapter to display lots of ECU data on an old cell phone, but oil temp is not an available parameter. Anyone else use Torque and can access oil temp?

The stock oil temp gauge on the triple-gauge cluster in the middle of the dash.

Timbo · 08-12-2016, 11:37 AM

The gauge is ok for real-time numbers, but the app is capable of data-logging. Thats why im more interested to know if anyone uses it for oil temp.

axmea? · 08-12-2016, 04:53 PM

In doing some research to build my own kit, I am finding there is very little to gain penny-wise. You really dont have much in savings. Unless I go with local brands like TRU Cool and the like. Mocal is cheaper than Setrab but still up there.

felix0121 · 08-13-2016, 09:00 AM

For just daily driving, it has been no problem to me when running without any cooler.

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AestheticCM1 · 08-24-2016, 09:58 AM

I've had my Z for several years without an oil cooler. The oil temp seldom surpasses 220F unless its 95F+ outside and I'm on the highway, in which case it hovers between 230 and 240.

SouthArk370Z · 08-24-2016, 10:03 AM

Can't remember where I read it (probably one of my ex-wife's text books when she was studying for her PhD Psych) but it seems to apply here - "the best predictor of future behavior is past behavior."

jwick · 08-25-2016, 08:33 AM

I guess this is where my quote gets inserted, 'Friends don't let friends put Mishimoto parts on their cars!'

08-10-2016, 03:32 PM	#1 (permalink)
Yabrokak Base Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: North GA Posts: 22 Drives: 2011 Nissan 370z Rep Power: 10	After ~15 mins of driving I'm usually at 220-230. I live in Georgia as well. I have yet to see it go above 230, but once it hits that range I usually drive it more gently. As others have said above, as long as you are <240 it should be fine, even on a daily basis. Also keep in mind that if you are running synthetic your temps can be slightly higher without additional issue. SouthArk370Z likes this.

08-10-2016, 07:59 PM	#2 (permalink)
Pagoda Base Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Abington, PA Posts: 30 Drives: '10 370z Touring Rag Rep Power: 11	I had the same concerns over how high my engine temps got. Easily hit 225 in normal driving. Even knowing that was the norm for the Z, after reading the forums, I still got an oil cooler. If it did anything, it gave me peace of mind, and keeps my temps no higher than 205, even in spirited driving. Worth the money for peace of mind if you ask me. __________________ 2010 Touring Roadster - Z1 Intake and Oil Cooler, GarageLine exhaust

08-12-2016, 07:46 AM	#6 (permalink)
Otis Base Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: NC Posts: 60 Drives: 2013 370Z Coupe Rep Power: 10	Z1 cooler choice 25 row adequate? Mocal or Setrab core Looked at installation - UG.. Looks like i should let professional do it. I change my own oils and did my exhaust, but this just looks like experience is necessary? Otis

08-12-2016, 08:54 AM	#8 (permalink)
Timbo Base Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: NH Posts: 16 Drives: 2012 370 Touring Rep Power: 10	I run the Torque app through a Bluetooth OBD adapter to display lots of ECU data on an old cell phone, but oil temp is not an available parameter. Anyone else use Torque and can access oil temp? Last edited by Timbo; 08-12-2016 at 09:01 AM.

08-12-2016, 04:53 PM	#11 (permalink)
axmea? A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: SoCal Posts: 6,243 Drives: WELL ZED PW 6MT Rep Power: 53242	In doing some research to build my own kit, I am finding there is very little to gain penny-wise. You really dont have much in savings. Unless I go with local brands like TRU Cool and the like. Mocal is cheaper than Setrab but still up there. __________________ >MyZ's Album< NISMO Convert/ECUTEK/Takeda CAI/F.I. HFC NR CB Carbon/F.I. 34 Row Oil Cooler/4.08 Final Drive /Powertrix+Swifts/Hotchkis/SPL/Whiteline/TWM/Zoom Engineering/EVO-R/AeroJacket Vented CF Fenders + CF Spoiler/Avant Garde-WORK/NST/Morimoto Halo/STi Clear Lenses/Carbon Signal Automotive/RJM Performance/ZSpeed Clutch Flywheel CSC delete

08-11-2016, 07:53 PM	#4 (permalink)
Matt370znismo Base Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Ohio Posts: 6 Drives: 2014 370z nismo Rep Power: 9	I am looking at getting an oil cooler. Which brand is recommended?

08-11-2016, 08:02 PM	#5 (permalink)
SuBXeRo Base Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Peoria, AZ Posts: 19 Drives: 2012 Challenger RT Rep Power: 9	i know its a different motor but my hemi gets up to 220 in the summer here in AZ without a problem, rarely does it go over that. Engines now a days have hotter temps often to curb fuel consumption, hotter it is, less dense the air, less fuel better economy. Those that take issue with the high temps have changed the fan t-stat to a lower tmep so the fans runs harder and longer to keep the engine cool. Unless you've tweaked the engine over and above stock, you should be able to ride it hard as hell and have it still be within parameters. In the instance of my car or the Z, both are designed for spirited and fast driving. If you are using full synthetic oil, these temperatures shouldn't be a problem, even on the longer term. Synthetics just don't break down like conventional does even though synthetics are heavily derived from conventional, the end product is quite different.

08-12-2016, 11:37 AM	#10 (permalink)
Timbo Base Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: NH Posts: 16 Drives: 2012 370 Touring Rep Power: 10	The gauge is ok for real-time numbers, but the app is capable of data-logging. Thats why im more interested to know if anyone uses it for oil temp.

08-13-2016, 09:00 AM	#12 (permalink)
felix0121 Enthusiast Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: / Posts: 476 Drives: / Rep Power: 68	For just daily driving, it has been no problem to me when running without any cooler. Sent from my SM-J100VPP using Tapatalk

08-24-2016, 09:58 AM	#13 (permalink)
AestheticCM1 Base Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Gold Coast Posts: 219 Drives: 2010 370z MT/ST/Navi Rep Power: 2868	I've had my Z for several years without an oil cooler. The oil temp seldom surpasses 220F unless its 95F+ outside and I'm on the highway, in which case it hovers between 230 and 240.

08-24-2016, 10:03 AM	#14 (permalink)
SouthArk370Z Premium Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: South Arkansas Posts: 8,435 Drives: 2014 Challenger Rep Power: 324198	Can't remember where I read it (probably one of my ex-wife's text books when she was studying for her PhD Psych) but it seems to apply here - "the best predictor of future behavior is past behavior." __________________ Steering Lock Links - Search The370Z Bookmarklet - FSM @ NICOclub Mankind has progressed past the need for war but we haven't evolved that far. - NachoMahma

08-25-2016, 08:33 AM	#15 (permalink)
jwick A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Houston Posts: 14,532 Drives: '10 G37 6MT Rep Power: 2465057	I guess this is where my quote gets inserted, 'Friends don't let friends put Mishimoto parts on their cars!' __________________ '10 G37T 6MT Graphite/Graphite - BP - G37T Build

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