Z Broke Down :(

Pheonix · 08-13-2009, 12:41 PM

Well I for one appreciate it...I've spent weeks poring over all of the readily available material on here, and I'm fully aware of what I'll be getting into when I go purchase my Z in the next few weeks.

Knowledge is power, and I like to be prepared. Whether its been fixed with the later built and shipped Zs or not, at least I know what I'm getting into. I've never changed my own oil but I certainly intend to learn how with this car, and nobody can say, if you spent any time at all looking at this site, that you didn't know what you were getting into.

Whether or not it should be an issue is irrelevant. It is an issue, and as the primary driver and (presumed) owner of the car, you now own its problems as well.

6MT · 08-13-2009, 12:41 PM

I have never seen an easier vehicle to change the oil on. Really, besides the 16 bolts and 3 fasteners for the cover, it is sooooo easy!!

m4a1mustang · 08-13-2009, 12:43 PM

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Originally Posted by 6MT

I have never seen an easier vehicle to change the oil on. Really, besides the 16 bolts and 3 fasteners for the cover, it is sooooo easy!!

You can get by with just 4 bolts and folding the tray along the crease! It's easier than my Civic!

Forrest · 08-13-2009, 05:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Modshack

No...I guess not. For an enthusiast forum I'm also shocked at those who PAY to have everything done for them...No one is taking the time to learn the car. How many have a full service Manual downloaded? Few I'd guess. Heck, Most do not even read the owners manual. You guys must all be rolling in $$.

I've had a few cars, and I can tell you that I have fully paid for my Z with the money I've saved over the years by teaching myself, reading manuals, and spinning a few wrenches to maintain and mod my vehicles....

if i had a lift i would do everything my self. Right now i am currently looking at the cost of a cheap lift that wont fall down on my head but so far its looking expensive.

Red370 · 08-13-2009, 06:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Forrest

if i had a lift i would do everything my self. Right now i am currently looking at the cost of a cheap lift that wont fall down on my head but so far its looking expensive.

have you seen these?
www.superlifts.com/fourpostlifts/sj7000.html

I hear they are great for small garages.

WShade · 08-13-2009, 06:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Forrest

if i had a lift i would do everything my self. Right now i am currently looking at the cost of a cheap lift that wont fall down on my head but so far its looking expensive.

You don't need a lift. All you need is a good jack and 4 jack stands for anything you may want to tackle.

Red370 · 08-13-2009, 06:33 PM

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Originally Posted by WShade

You don't need a lift. All you need is a good jack and 4 jack stands for anything you may want to tackle.

true, thats how I roll. But you really can get a lift on the cheap.

Modshack · 08-13-2009, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Forrest

if i had a lift i would do everything my self. Right now i am currently looking at the cost of a cheap lift that wont fall down on my head but so far its looking expensive.

I've had my Bend-pak MD6-XP for 7 years now. You canstill buy these new/delivered for in the $1600 range...

Caravanshaka · 08-13-2009, 12:08 PM

checking your oil is like taking a sh!t...you may not always want to do it, but it's definitely something that needs to be done on a regular basis!

6MT · 08-13-2009, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Caravanshaka

checking your oil is like taking a sh!t...you may not always want to do it, but it's definitely something that needs to be done on a regular basis!

LOL LMAO

bloodo · 08-13-2009, 12:13 PM

Just want to throw this out here. Make sure you check your oil on a level surface and after the engine has cool down. Else you could get a false reading.

I know this is obvious and common sense, but some people might easily forget that.

Spec Jay · 08-13-2009, 12:28 PM

fusz did you send out the remaning oil to blackstone?

Caravanshaka · 08-13-2009, 12:36 PM

sounds familiar...but I downloaded it the week I got the car

having rebuilt engines in nearly all of my previous cars, along with building old cars with my dad, I can do pretty much anything on a car myself.

FuszNissan · 08-13-2009, 12:49 PM

Sorry, I didn't send it off to blackstone. I know it could help, but we are just going to pull the long block and replace it. End of story. I will look tomorrow and see if we still have it lying around.

Caravanshaka · 08-13-2009, 12:53 PM

good luck with the new engine Fusz!

08-13-2009, 12:41 PM	#2 (permalink)
6MT A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: ITU Zone 2 Posts: 22,459 Drives: Reliant Robin Rep Power: 1791	I have never seen an easier vehicle to change the oil on. Really, besides the 16 bolts and 3 fasteners for the cover, it is sooooo easy!! __________________ Andrew 2009 370Z Sport/Touring 6MT sold 2013 Honda Civic Si coupe D/D

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Caravanshaka I shake Caravans Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: north Dallas Posts: 9,517 Drives: everyone crazy Rep Power: 43	checking your oil is like taking a sh!t...you may not always want to do it, but it's definitely something that needs to be done on a regular basis! __________________ ____________________ PROJECT DiaD - Sold but not forgotten! The first testicular guard, the "Cup," was used in Hockey in 1874 and the first helmet was used in 1974. That means it only took 100 years for men to realize that in order to work the penis, the brain must remain whole.

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Spec Jay A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Bummerton Posts: 1,510 Drives: MtB 09 370z Rep Power: 20	fusz did you send out the remaning oil to blackstone? __________________ 09 Monterey Blue Global Time Attack Street Class Build Build Thread:Saber! Instagram:@SpecJay

08-13-2009, 12:36 PM	#13 (permalink)
Caravanshaka I shake Caravans Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: north Dallas Posts: 9,517 Drives: everyone crazy Rep Power: 43	sounds familiar...but I downloaded it the week I got the car having rebuilt engines in nearly all of my previous cars, along with building old cars with my dad, I can do pretty much anything on a car myself. __________________ ____________________ PROJECT DiaD - Sold but not forgotten! The first testicular guard, the "Cup," was used in Hockey in 1874 and the first helmet was used in 1974. That means it only took 100 years for men to realize that in order to work the penis, the brain must remain whole.

08-13-2009, 12:49 PM	#14 (permalink)
FuszNissan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: St. Louis Posts: 14,275 Drives: Pure Sex Rep Power: 543	Sorry, I didn't send it off to blackstone. I know it could help, but we are just going to pull the long block and replace it. End of story. I will look tomorrow and see if we still have it lying around. __________________ Mods: Too Many to list! LouFuszNissan ZDAYZ 2012 Last edited by FuszNissan; 08-13-2009 at 12:53 PM. Reason: spelling

08-13-2009, 12:41 PM	#1 (permalink)
Pheonix Track Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Memphis Posts: 626 Drives: Black 370 6MT Rep Power: 18	Well I for one appreciate it...I've spent weeks poring over all of the readily available material on here, and I'm fully aware of what I'll be getting into when I go purchase my Z in the next few weeks. Knowledge is power, and I like to be prepared. Whether its been fixed with the later built and shipped Zs or not, at least I know what I'm getting into. I've never changed my own oil but I certainly intend to learn how with this car, and nobody can say, if you spent any time at all looking at this site, that you didn't know what you were getting into. Whether or not it should be an issue is irrelevant. It is an issue, and as the primary driver and (presumed) owner of the car, you now own its problems as well.

08-13-2009, 12:13 PM	#11 (permalink)
bloodo Base Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Nebraska Posts: 93 Drives: . Rep Power: 17	Just want to throw this out here. Make sure you check your oil on a level surface and after the engine has cool down. Else you could get a false reading. I know this is obvious and common sense, but some people might easily forget that.

08-13-2009, 12:53 PM	#15 (permalink)
Caravanshaka I shake Caravans Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: north Dallas Posts: 9,517 Drives: everyone crazy Rep Power: 43	good luck with the new engine Fusz! __________________ ____________________ PROJECT DiaD - Sold but not forgotten! The first testicular guard, the "Cup," was used in Hockey in 1874 and the first helmet was used in 1974. That means it only took 100 years for men to realize that in order to work the penis, the brain must remain whole.

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