2012 Model Will Have OIl Cooler

Originally Posted by spearfish25

Funny that you guys think Nissan will retroactively install oil coolers on 3 years of previously produced cars. It's not like the 2009 models are all sitting in the junk yard. I bet Nissan hasn't had a single repair expense related to the lack of oil coolers (you get limp mode, not a damaged motor). Just a multitude of complaints.

I would agree that the factory installed cooler will be sub-optimal for track work. If they install a 25row oil cooler or bigger, people won't get their engine to operating temp in colder climates...thermostatic plates don't even help with this.

Originally Posted by ihatepotholes

what's a proper size Oil cooler for our Z? given that i don't plan on hitting the track, but i do some spirited driving every now and then. and i live in the north east.