Hello All.... this is my first day here

SouthArk370Z · 12-28-2012, 08:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Keyo Racing

... Of course from all you guys I have some concerns about the blind spot and some what the over heating issues that still need to be looked into. But Corvettes have their little bumps too so i fully understand that.
...You guys have been a big help... but still just so I know SHOULD I get at least an 11? Were the improvements that big a deal from the 09-10's?

I may have overstated the cooling problems, but, since you have "Racing" in you username, I thought you should be aware. I have never had a serious problem with overheating (even with 100+F ambient), the ECM just reduces power until the temps come back down. From what I have read, an oil cooler is only required if you drive very hard for more than a few minutes, eg, at the track. I don't have a cooler, but I don't drive real hard.
For a DD that only sees spirited driving, it's not really a deal-breaker. I can zip through the corners and sprint down the straightaways all day with no problems, even during the dog days of Summer. It's only during stop-and-go or very slow moving traffic that the temp gets high.
Now that the ambient temps are down in the 30-50F range, no problems. She'll idle in the driveway for extended periods without getting hot.
BTW, if you plan on doing any tuning, the UpRev software will allow you to turn the radiator cooling fans on sooner and alleviate most of the problem.
Believe it or not, it helps to turn the A/C on - this kicks the cooling fans to high.

The blind spot is something you get used to and plan ahead for. I've driven other cars that were just as bad. Defensive Driving FTW.

All-in-all, it's a LOT of fun to drive.

Mt Tam I am · 12-28-2012, 09:32 AM

I drive a 2009 370 every day. Yes I have had cooling, oil consumption problems. Oil cooler and warranty fixed both. Look at my sig to what else I've done. I do track my car and a 2001 Corvette and I hang together on the track at Laguna Seca. He pulls a little on straights and I close on the turns.

Since you won't track the Z, you should be fine without any mods.

It is so unusual to see a 370, I recently had a Ferrari California checking the Z out in his rear view mirror.

bigdog1250 · 12-28-2012, 10:04 AM

There's no real model year to avoid. I think '09s were the only one prone to the steering lock failure but I don't think there was that many affected by it.

09-12 have the fangs

13s don't

SouthArk370Z · 12-28-2012, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by bigdog1250

There's no real model year to avoid. I think '09s were the only one prone to the steering lock failure but I don't think there was that many affected by it.

It affects all 2009 through mid-2011 370Zs. They deleted the SLU in mid-2011. If your 370Z has a SLU, it's prone to failure.

I guess it depends on what one's definition of is "that many" is. I've counted 112 ppl reporting SLU failure on this site alone. There are more reports, but I'm almost two weeks behind on updating the list.

fzgood · 12-28-2012, 10:27 AM

I agree with other members who have said the 370z is a perfectly competent (and fun!) DD, but there are some caveats.

If you already have a toy car, I suppose what you're looking for in a DD is pretty important. There's a lot of road noise in the Z and the fuel efficiency is nothing to get excited about.

My guess is that a slk250 will have better fuel efficiency, and might even be quieter with the top up.

Keyo Racing · 12-29-2012, 11:19 AM

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Originally Posted by fzgood

I agree with other members who have said the 370z is a perfectly competent (and fun!) DD, but there are some caveats.

If you already have a toy car, I suppose what you're looking for in a DD is pretty important. There's a lot of road noise in the Z and the fuel efficiency is nothing to get excited about.

My guess is that a slk250 will have better fuel efficiency, and might even be quieter with the top up.

Fuel efficiency is that much better if at all on SLK's believe it or not... I was a bit shocked which is another reason I was thinking I wasn't losing anything by going 370....
As far as track time I save that for my Corvettes so this would be just a fun car show... going to the beach.... work car and as I think I said I have a truck for snow and rain I'm going to keep around.
I see coups I like but I've never had a vert and I'm thinking I really want to do that. Have 2 cars set up to drive next week and I'm looking forward to it after hearing from you guys.

USINC97 · 12-31-2012, 09:36 AM

Welcome, on any weekend drive, we see vettes, mustangs by the dozens. No 370 "Z".

12-28-2012, 09:32 AM	#2 (permalink)
Mt Tam I am A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: California Posts: 10,709 Drives: 370Z T/S/N 6MT & XKE Rep Power: 3844	I drive a 2009 370 every day. Yes I have had cooling, oil consumption problems. Oil cooler and warranty fixed both. Look at my sig to what else I've done. I do track my car and a 2001 Corvette and I hang together on the track at Laguna Seca. He pulls a little on straights and I close on the turns. Since you won't track the Z, you should be fine without any mods. It is so unusual to see a 370, I recently had a Ferrari California checking the Z out in his rear view mirror. __________________ "Does the carpet match the drapes? NO!!! I don't date bald women." Nissan Motorsports 34R Oil Cooler. Stillen CBE. Hotchkis Sport Sway Bars. KW Variant 3 Coilover System. Stillen Gen3 CAI. Michelin Pilot Super Sport. Stillen Brake Ducts. Carbotech™ XP10/XP8 Pads. Z1 Front Rotors. Z1 Stainless Brake Lines. Two degrees of camber

12-28-2012, 10:04 AM	#3 (permalink)
bigdog1250 Track Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: San Francisco Posts: 846 Drives: 991.2 GT3 Rep Power: 18	There's no real model year to avoid. I think '09s were the only one prone to the steering lock failure but I don't think there was that many affected by it. 09-12 have the fangs 13s don't

12-28-2012, 10:27 AM	#5 (permalink)
fzgood Base Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 136 Drives: '13 370z 6MT TS PW Rep Power: 26	I agree with other members who have said the 370z is a perfectly competent (and fun!) DD, but there are some caveats. If you already have a toy car, I suppose what you're looking for in a DD is pretty important. There's a lot of road noise in the Z and the fuel efficiency is nothing to get excited about. My guess is that a slk250 will have better fuel efficiency, and might even be quieter with the top up.

12-31-2012, 09:36 AM	#7 (permalink)
USINC97 Base Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 104 Drives: 09 370Z 6MT/09 Cube Rep Power: 15	Welcome, on any weekend drive, we see vettes, mustangs by the dozens. No 370 "Z".