First oil change

2bits · 06-25-2009, 03:30 PM

Since seeing AK's oil change DIY, I've decided to do my own changes and I'm leaning towards Redline. Considered Nissan's Ester, but Redline is a strong group V with excellent anecdotal evidence for smooth running and slightly lower temps. Once you get past a certain quality level, the decision is less about data and more about gut feel, which is strongly influenced by this board I admit.

Lol, I bought 3 cases of Mobil1 from Costco while it was onsale, and now I get to return it. Costco return policy ftw.

VCuomo · 06-25-2009, 06:38 PM

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Originally Posted by kannibul

I've been mulling over Redline, Amsoil, or Mobile1...GROUP-V vs Group IV, etc...to be honest, I'll probably go with Mobile1, because it's easily available...

I plan on changing over at 1000, then changing again at 3750.

Although I haven't changed my oil yet, I decided to try Amsoil. Gotta tell ya, it was really nice just ordering it off of the Internet and having it show up at my door - doesn't get more "easily available" than that!

BTW, if you have any speedshops close by, many of them stock Redline.

SoCal 370Z · 06-25-2009, 06:44 PM

I will be going with the new Castrol Edge, and DIY. I don't care if leprechauns jump out of the engine should I use it, or about any other facts or figures thereof.

37Z · 06-25-2009, 07:03 PM

Around 1300 miles. The first one is on Nissan. Most likely change it again in 1700 miles; then swiching to syn oil (Redine or Amsoil). I likely will add Amsoil's by-pass filter to filter the oil to 2 microns and add some additional oil capacity.

SoCal 370Z · 06-25-2009, 07:08 PM

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Originally Posted by 37Z

I likely will add Amsoil's by-pass filter to filter the oil to 2 microns and add some additional oil capacity.

If you do this can you please provide a writeup here so that we can see where you placed components? I've looked at doing the same, but the engine bay space is restrictive.

37Z · 06-25-2009, 08:35 PM

[QUOTE=SoCal 370Z;99475]If you do this can you please provide a writeup here so that we can see where you placed components? I've looked at doing the same, but the engine bay space is restrictive.[/QUOTE]

Sure; in the meantime, check out Amsoil's web site-bypass oil filter installations. A 2005 G35 sedan install one below the aluminum bumper. The bypass oil filter looks easy to install. I am not sure if the supplied Amsoil's oil adaptor plate that is installed at the stock oil filter location is a thermostatic sandwich plate or not. Amsoil's Bypass oil filters down to 2 microns.

I'll likely install a oil pressure gauge at the same time later this summer once my friends garage car lift is complete.

Zeto · 06-26-2009, 12:03 AM

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Originally Posted by 37Z

Around 1300 miles. The first one is on Nissan. Most likely change it again in 1700 miles; then swiching to syn oil (Redine or Amsoil). I likely will add Amsoil's by-pass filter to filter the oil to 2 microns and add some additional oil capacity.

Pardon my ignorance but what's a by-pass filter and how is it beneficial?

SoCal 370Z · 06-26-2009, 12:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Zeto

Pardon my ignorance but what's a by-pass filter and how is it beneficial?

By-Pass Filters & Mounts

mrarroyo · 06-26-2009, 05:47 PM

I will be doing my first oil change at 1,000 miles (currently at 440 miles). This is a habit I have had since my first new car. I will be using Mobil 1 5W-30.

Then I will do my next change at 5,000 miles and repeat every 5,000 miles. Of course the filter will get changed with every oil change.

06-25-2009, 06:44 PM	#18 (permalink)
SoCal 370Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: US of A Posts: 2,842 Drives: Answers Rep Power: 33	I will be going with the new Castrol Edge, and DIY. I don't care if leprechauns jump out of the engine should I use it, or about any other facts or figures thereof. __________________ ( Click to show/hide ) Why I NEVER say NO to the Panda Lou Fusz!!!

06-25-2009, 07:03 PM	#19 (permalink)
37Z Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 476 Drives: 370Z MB 6M -sold Rep Power: 262	FIrst Oil change Around 1300 miles. The first one is on Nissan. Most likely change it again in 1700 miles; then swiching to syn oil (Redine or Amsoil). I likely will add Amsoil's by-pass filter to filter the oil to 2 microns and add some additional oil capacity.

06-25-2009, 08:35 PM	#21 (permalink)
37Z Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 476 Drives: 370Z MB 6M -sold Rep Power: 262	Amsoil's By-pass oil filter [QUOTE=SoCal 370Z;99475]If you do this can you please provide a writeup here so that we can see where you placed components? I've looked at doing the same, but the engine bay space is restrictive.[/QUOTE] Sure; in the meantime, check out Amsoil's web site-bypass oil filter installations. A 2005 G35 sedan install one below the aluminum bumper. The bypass oil filter looks easy to install. I am not sure if the supplied Amsoil's oil adaptor plate that is installed at the stock oil filter location is a thermostatic sandwich plate or not. Amsoil's Bypass oil filters down to 2 microns. I'll likely install a oil pressure gauge at the same time later this summer once my friends garage car lift is complete.

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06-25-2009, 03:30 PM	#16 (permalink)
2bits Base Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Seattle Posts: 118 Drives: 09 370Z Blk Sp 7AT Rep Power: 16	Since seeing AK's oil change DIY, I've decided to do my own changes and I'm leaning towards Redline. Considered Nissan's Ester, but Redline is a strong group V with excellent anecdotal evidence for smooth running and slightly lower temps. Once you get past a certain quality level, the decision is less about data and more about gut feel, which is strongly influenced by this board I admit. Lol, I bought 3 cases of Mobil1 from Costco while it was onsale, and now I get to return it. Costco return policy ftw.

06-26-2009, 05:47 PM	#24 (permalink)
mrarroyo Base Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Heaven on Earth Posts: 211 Drives: 09 Nissan 370Z M6 Rep Power: 15	I will be doing my first oil change at 1,000 miles (currently at 440 miles). This is a habit I have had since my first new car. I will be using Mobil 1 5W-30. Then I will do my next change at 5,000 miles and repeat every 5,000 miles. Of course the filter will get changed with every oil change.