How early is too early for synthetic?
 

Hey guys

Well I'm just about to hit 1200 miles now and heard its good to change the oil after that break in period. My question (and yes I've searched) is if switching to Redline 5w30 now would be alright, or is it too early? I see some people state that you should stay with Nissan's oil for the first two or so, and some say switch right away. I guess if i am supposed to stay with their oil at first I want to know why. Also, I'm about 65 miles away from the nearest Nissan dealer so if that's the route I'm supposed to take.. what oil would be similar to that?

Thanks a lot for your experience guys

Redline 5W-30, right now.

ASAP, or your car will blow up.

Well ****... I'm driving right now! Should i park on the shoulder and do a change quick?!

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Change it at your first scheduled maintenance. No reason to do it early. Factory fill should be the Nissan Ester. Change it to whatever fill you like at that point as long as its within specifications.

Nissan dictates a very aggressive OCI for the Z for most drivers (3 months/3K). A street driven car with 3K on a good fill will pass a UOA with flying colors. Why waste time, oil, and money doing it earlier?

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I switched to synthetic at my second oil change.

:iagree: this. do this IMMEDIATELY!!!

Phew. Thanks guys! I don't think i could have made it one more mile. I got the stock oil out but didn't bring the Redline with me. Its a 5 mile walk but its all worth it to still have my engine!


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oh wait, dont do it IMMEDIATELY!!!

anyone seen better pricing on the oil and filter than here on Z1s site? Not saying its a lot, just wondering if there is better available.

Red Line 5w30 Oil Change Kit (370z/G37)

You stopped the car? Newb. Should have put it in cruise control and changed the oil on the highway. That's how the pros do it.

*Disclaimer: do not actually attempt anywhere ever.

I think 11 is too early. I usually try to do it after lunch.

....And quit texting while you're driving. :driving:

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Wha.... what should I do? Put the other oil back in?! Quick bro the people trying to get through this intersection are getting pissed!

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:icon18: Psch....... Real pros actually pull up on a moving car trailer & change their oil there. I like to bring Hollywood scenes to real life.

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Don't over think it. The most important thing is that you have a sufficient amount of oil in the engine. Use your favorite oil and check it regularly.

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Oil has got to be one of the worst topics on this forum. lol

And most of those who offer their expertise on the subject are not even qualified to do same. But it's the internet.:shakes head:

That's actually a really good price. I bought mine from Amazon last time and it was 10.95 a quart. I will be getting this package next time. +1 rep for you for sharing. thanks.

Z1's package is great and amazing services. I changed mine at 1100 miles to Redline, before the change there is this metallic sound when the engine get under load, now with Redline that sound is gone. I am no expert but it does make me feel the car is running smoother especially when you are revving high.

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This is true of many topics on this forum. I should know, I'm an internetologist

You can trust that I'm an expert. It's on the internet, so it must be true. :tup:

yah, i tried pm'ing triples to lock this damn thread already...

To all those who don't know this, Ester is a type of synthetic oil. YOUR CAR IS ALREADY running synthetic from the get go.

My only tip is to change the oil filter when you change your oil as filters aren't very expensive and it helps to keep everything nice and clean :)

Filter?? :ugh2:

:p

Ya but did you spend the night at a Holiday Inn Express or not?? Inquring minds want to know..................really! :happydance:

you mean Easter.

I wish I found that stuff in my basket... ;)