Z Broke Down :(

FuszNissan · 08-11-2009, 08:59 AM

Winner Winner, Chicken Dinner!

Yep we pulled 1 quart. So we put in 5 /18 quart, let it idle for an 1 hour, and it burned 1/2 quart. So we drained the other 4 quarts and put a flashlight on it and it lit up like a christmas tree. So I may be getting new engine here. Might have to make some upgrades while the engine is out.

Still waiting to hear back from Nissan what the offical word is.... so till then

Pushing_Tin · 08-11-2009, 09:01 AM

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Originally Posted by FuszNissan

Winner Winner, Chicken Dinner!

Yep we pulled 1 quart. So we put in 5 /18 quart, let it idle for an 1 hour, and it burned 1/2 quart. So we drained the other 4 quarts and put a flashlight on it and it lit up like a christmas tree. So I may be getting new engine here. Might have to make some upgrades while the engine is out.

Still waiting to hear back from Nissan what the offical word is.... so till then

Did you get a low oil warning before it shut down?

Rick_370Z · 08-11-2009, 01:47 PM

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Originally Posted by FuszNissan

Winner Winner, Chicken Dinner!

Yep we pulled 1 quart. So we put in 5 /18 quart, let it idle for an 1 hour, and it burned 1/2 quart. So we drained the other 4 quarts and put a flashlight on it and it lit up like a christmas tree. So I may be getting new engine here. Might have to make some upgrades while the engine is out.

Still waiting to hear back from Nissan what the offical word is.... so till then

I was told the block holds 6 qts, mine was down 4, so 2 left. Nissan told me that after the cam sensor was replaced the engine testing shown no harm to the motor, but they could be telling stories here.

GL dealing with Nissan Consumer Affairs, most of em aren't to bright and it takes them 3 days to get back to you. Worst customer service in my opinion, but they did make a car payment while my car was in the shop for those 4 weeks.

My car seems to be running fine now, I did drop another 2 qts in last week, and I am up to 5k miles now. I'd like to get it on a dyno just to see where the power is at.......

Sorry about your issues, standby for some pain buddy......

RB

semtex · 08-11-2009, 02:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Rick_370Z

I was told the block holds 6 qts, mine was down 4, so 2 left. Nissan told me that after the cam sensor was replaced the engine testing shown no harm to the motor, but they could be telling stories here.

GL dealing with Nissan Consumer Affairs, most of em aren't to bright and it takes them 3 days to get back to you. Worst customer service in my opinion, but they did make a car payment while my car was in the shop for those 4 weeks.

My car seems to be running fine now, I did drop another 2 qts in last week, and I am up to 5k miles now. I'd like to get it on a dyno just to see where the power is at.......

Sorry about your issues, standby for some pain buddy......

RB

A dry engine holds 6 qts., but don't dump in 6 qts. for oil changes or you'll overfill it.

FuszNissan · 08-11-2009, 05:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Rick_370Z

I was told the block holds 6 qts, mine was down 4, so 2 left. Nissan told me that after the cam sensor was replaced the engine testing shown no harm to the motor, but they could be telling stories here.

GL dealing with Nissan Consumer Affairs, most of em aren't to bright and it takes them 3 days to get back to you. Worst customer service in my opinion, but they did make a car payment while my car was in the shop for those 4 weeks.

My car seems to be running fine now, I did drop another 2 qts in last week, and I am up to 5k miles now. I'd like to get it on a dyno just to see where the power is at.......

Sorry about your issues, standby for some pain buddy......

RB

Well sadly it's a double edge sword for me. I have the engine approved already, which is great. But being a dealer they will put me last on the list due to not being looked at like a customer being out an engine. So who knows how long I will have to wait.

WShade · 08-11-2009, 05:49 PM

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Originally Posted by FuszNissan

Well sadly it's a double edge sword for me. I have the engine approved already, which is great. But being a dealer they will put me last on the list due to not being looked at like a customer being out an engine. So who knows how long I will have to wait.

That gives you the time to get your TT kit ordered and shipped.

FuszNissan · 08-11-2009, 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by WShade

That gives you the time to get your TT kit ordered and shipped.

Got one in the works.

nicknick · 08-11-2009, 08:51 PM

This car should not use anywhere near that much oil. I love the Z but what the heck is going on? My car does not burn oil it just uses it to lubricate.

WooZ · 08-12-2009, 12:02 AM

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Originally Posted by nicknick

This car should not use anywhere near that much oil. I love the Z but what the heck is going on? My car does not burn oil it just uses it to lubricate.

I agree, is this common in the 350Z/370Z? If so when I get my 370 I will definitely check the oil level. I currently drive a slow mo Toyota, but have never burned any oil in 4 years+.

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FuszNissan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: St. Louis Posts: 14,275 Drives: Pure Sex Rep Power: 544	Winner Winner, Chicken Dinner! Yep we pulled 1 quart. So we put in 5 /18 quart, let it idle for an 1 hour, and it burned 1/2 quart. So we drained the other 4 quarts and put a flashlight on it and it lit up like a christmas tree. So I may be getting new engine here. Might have to make some upgrades while the engine is out. Still waiting to hear back from Nissan what the offical word is.... so till then __________________ Mods: Too Many to list! LouFuszNissan ZDAYZ 2012

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nicknick Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Australia Posts: 438 Drives: Mazda mx5 2007 6sp m Rep Power: 18	This car should not use anywhere near that much oil. I love the Z but what the heck is going on? My car does not burn oil it just uses it to lubricate.