Should I get an oil cooler?

DR_

In your shoes I wouldn't get one. As long as you don't track the car you will be fine.

IDZRVIT

Save your money and spend it on other mods.

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Compdoc777

Get one 25 row Setrab there is a do it yourself thread on here should cost you about $480

You need -10 fittings, 10' of -10 braided oil line, thermostatic plate 180 degree, and the Setrab oil cooler and the mounting bracket. Follow the DYI and it is easy.

I know mine in Houston stayed around 220 when I was taking it easy if I got on it would shoot up to 260-270 real quick. With the cooler normal driving keeps me at 180-200 degrees, driving crazy 210-220 tops.

Now that I have the Nismo it seems to run hotter than my 370z at 230 under normal driving with the oil cooler back to the same as my 370 and fuel mileage is better i am getting 19 mpg my 370 I could only maintain 17 mpg.

Dustin@Z1

I agree with this if you have the ability to assemble the kits yourself and source the pieces. Since you do not have any plans on agressive driving or tracking the car yet, I would not recommend one at this time either. In future, if you find yourself driving aggressive enough or thinking about doing an occasional track day, then I would look into a 25 row oil cooler kit.

As far as your warranty is concerned, an aftermarket oil cooler WILL NOT void your warranty as long as an engine failure does not occur as a result of having the oil cooler installed. This is the risk of installing any aftermarket part. If you are concerned about this, speak to your local dealership. The "Little Grey Book" that comes with your Z regarding warranty will help to answer some questions. In short, if the dealership can attribute a failure or issue with your car to an aftermarket part that has been installed, then they will either deny the warranty claim (leaving you to foot the bill) or MAY void the entire vehicles warranty (but this is very extreme and would take installing a turbo kit, racing the car, etc).

Congrats on the purchase and enjoy the car. Since you are a noob, be sure to hook up with any local Z car clubs in your area.