About to hit 1200 miles...

SlowRollin · 10-04-2014, 10:03 PM

Anything special to do now that breakin is over? Time for the first oil change?

Why did they make us try to stay under 4K anyway? I'm a newbie to real sports cars and would like to know.

MacCool · 10-04-2014, 10:49 PM

The theory is that the engine parts need a little time to wear in and fit properly. The value of engine break-in is an often-debated point.

Nothing special to do. Follow the owner's manual. Oil change at 5000 miles.

Benibiker · 10-04-2014, 11:35 PM

I did my first oil change at 1200 miles and converted to synthetic oil at that time. I always like to do the first oil change after the break-in period to get metal shaving and such flushed out of the engine. If you follow the manual to the T then nothing to do just yet.

aszyd · 10-04-2014, 11:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Benibiker

I did my first oil change at 1200 miles and converted to synthetic oil at that time. I always like to do the first oil change after the break-in period to get metal shaving and such flushed out of the engine. If you follow the manual to the T then nothing to do just yet.

This man speaks the truth. Go ahead and do an oil change.

SouthArk370Z · 10-05-2014, 12:02 AM

Back in The Good Old Days, doing the first oil/filter change at 500-1500 miles could make a big difference in engine life. Even today, it's a good idea if you want to get maximum longevity. But for most people, with modern manufacturing processes and lubes, it's just not that big of a deal (at least with a DD). Since you care enough to ask, I'd go ahead and change at 1000-1500 miles, but waiting until 3750 or so will not really hurt. Keep an eye on the oil condition and change if anything looks "funny."

P's_Z · 10-05-2014, 06:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SlowRollin

Anything special to do now that breakin is over? Time for the first oil change?

Why did they make us try to stay under 4K anyway? I'm a newbie to real sports cars and would like to know.

After break in is when you start to enjoy your car, step on that gas, HARD, and drive the hell out of it

blackcherry20 · 10-05-2014, 09:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Benibiker

I did my first oil change at 1200 miles and converted to synthetic oil at that time. I always like to do the first oil change after the break-in period to get metal shaving and such flushed out of the engine. If you follow the manual to the T then nothing to do just yet.

Quote:

Originally Posted by aszyd

This man speaks the truth. Go ahead and do an oil change.

blackcherry20 · 10-05-2014, 09:09 AM

This forum is full of win.
Members.
Information.
Help.
Love it. Seriously a cool place.

SlowRollin · 10-05-2014, 10:10 AM

That settles it. I'm going to set up my first oil change for next weekend... they sent me a coupon for a hand wash/wax as well.

I'm so glad you guys are such a great community even for those of us stuck in DD mode, who might not be upgrading our Z in the short term. I love my ride and catch myself finding excuses to go for a drive, just to spend time with "her".

mab864 · 10-05-2014, 10:14 AM

I did my first oil change at 1200 miles also. Went to synthetic oil and a K&N filter. Also installed one of those magnetic oil drain plugs. Then I found a curvy road and mashed down my right foot.

MacCool · 10-05-2014, 03:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by aszyd

This man speaks the truth. Go ahead and do an oil change.

I agree. It's not necessary, but if you're worried about it, go ahead and change it. Consider it buying peace of mind for $75

kenchan · 10-06-2014, 09:00 AM

some cars it requires 1208 miles for break in, otherwise the car blows up...

jpkirk · 10-06-2014, 09:30 AM

Scrrreeeeeee, there's the curve ball.

kenchan

I stopped at 1200 in the middle of I-95. Did my oil change in the fast lane!

jpkirk · 10-06-2014, 09:38 AM

But seriously.

I did mine at 3750. Others here are not wrong for changing earlier. Just depends on prefereance. What I did do was stop, take a picture, then do a first and second gear 7K+ RPM run.

That was cool.

kenchan · 10-06-2014, 09:40 AM

yah, but my trip meter has never been reset so it's follows my odo.

10-04-2014, 10:03 PM	#1 (permalink)
SlowRollin Base Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Orlando Posts: 46 Drives: 14' 370z Tour/Sp AT Rep Power: 10	About to hit 1200 miles... Anything special to do now that breakin is over? Time for the first oil change? Why did they make us try to stay under 4K anyway? I'm a newbie to real sports cars and would like to know.

10-04-2014, 10:49 PM	#2 (permalink)
MacCool A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Midwest Posts: 1,349 Drives: 370Z PW 2014 Rep Power: 16	The theory is that the engine parts need a little time to wear in and fit properly. The value of engine break-in is an often-debated point. Nothing special to do. Follow the owner's manual. Oil change at 5000 miles. 2011 Nismo#91 likes this.

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Benibiker Base Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Honolulu Hawaii Posts: 235 Drives: Red 17 370Z Touring Rep Power: 15	I did my first oil change at 1200 miles and converted to synthetic oil at that time. I always like to do the first oil change after the break-in period to get metal shaving and such flushed out of the engine. If you follow the manual to the T then nothing to do just yet. olddudesrule and aszyd like this. __________________ 2017 Pure Red 6MT 370Z Touring

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SouthArk370Z Premium Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: South Arkansas Posts: 8,435 Drives: 2014 Challenger Rep Power: 324197	Back in The Good Old Days, doing the first oil/filter change at 500-1500 miles could make a big difference in engine life. Even today, it's a good idea if you want to get maximum longevity. But for most people, with modern manufacturing processes and lubes, it's just not that big of a deal (at least with a DD). Since you care enough to ask, I'd go ahead and change at 1000-1500 miles, but waiting until 3750 or so will not really hurt. Keep an eye on the oil condition and change if anything looks "funny." blackcherry20 likes this. __________________ Steering Lock Links - Search The370Z Bookmarklet - FSM @ NICOclub Mankind has progressed past the need for war but we haven't evolved that far. - NachoMahma

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SlowRollin Base Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Orlando Posts: 46 Drives: 14' 370z Tour/Sp AT Rep Power: 10	That settles it. I'm going to set up my first oil change for next weekend... they sent me a coupon for a hand wash/wax as well. I'm so glad you guys are such a great community even for those of us stuck in DD mode, who might not be upgrading our Z in the short term. I love my ride and catch myself finding excuses to go for a drive, just to spend time with "her". jpkirk and P's_Z like this.

10-05-2014, 10:14 AM	#10 (permalink)
mab864 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Oregon Posts: 482 Drives: 13 Sport 6MT Rep Power: 11	I did my first oil change at 1200 miles also. Went to synthetic oil and a K&N filter. Also installed one of those magnetic oil drain plugs. Then I found a curvy road and mashed down my right foot. jpkirk, P's_Z and MagmaRed370z like this. __________________ Berk HFC & CBE, Stillen G3, UpRev & tune by PSI, GTMat, 3M, Swift, StopTech, H&R 20/25, GT-R, 324 whp & 262 torque

10-06-2014, 09:00 AM	#12 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141520	some cars it requires 1208 miles for break in, otherwise the car blows up... jpkirk and Fuzzzy like this.

10-06-2014, 09:30 AM	#13 (permalink)
jpkirk A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Merry Land Posts: 5,515 Drives: '14 MidBlu ST MT Rep Power: 3375	Scrrreeeeeee, there's the curve ball. kenchan I stopped at 1200 in the middle of I-95. Did my oil change in the fast lane! kenchan likes this. __________________ intake \| exhaust \| wheels \| tires \| suspension ... um ... stock, do speed stickers count? intake \| exhaust \| TE37 SL \| RE-11 \| suspension ... um ... do speed stickers count? Signature under construction

10-06-2014, 09:38 AM	#14 (permalink)
jpkirk A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Merry Land Posts: 5,515 Drives: '14 MidBlu ST MT Rep Power: 3375	But seriously. I did mine at 3750. Others here are not wrong for changing earlier. Just depends on prefereance. What I did do was stop, take a picture, then do a first and second gear 7K+ RPM run. That was cool. __________________ intake \| exhaust \| wheels \| tires \| suspension ... um ... stock, do speed stickers count? intake \| exhaust \| TE37 SL \| RE-11 \| suspension ... um ... do speed stickers count? Signature under construction

10-06-2014, 09:40 AM	#15 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141520	yah, but my trip meter has never been reset so it's follows my odo. jpkirk likes this.

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