Break-In a New Car

sensi09 · 12-17-2008, 02:16 PM

Break in period is overrated. I do believe it takes a little time until the brakes, clutch and tires are optimal, but I don't buy not revving past 4K.

Some actually advise on running the car hard to redline right away as it may yield more power and be healthier for the engine in the long run. Break In Secrets--How To Break In New Motorcycle and Car Engines For More Power

There is also some speculation, that break-in periods still exist to allow the new owner to get accustomed to the car which protects the car company legally.

bigdog1250 · 12-17-2008, 03:37 PM

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Originally Posted by sensi09

Break in period is overrated. I do believe it takes a little time until the brakes, clutch and tires are optimal, but I don't buy not revving past 4K.

Some actually advise on running the car hard to redline right away as it may yield more power and be healthier for the engine in the long run. Break In Secrets--How To Break In New Motorcycle and Car Engines For More Power

There is also some speculation, that break-in periods still exist to allow the new owner to get accustomed to the car which protects the car company legally.

EXACTLY

break in = bull ****

kannibul · 06-26-2009, 08:41 AM

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Originally Posted by sensi09

Break in period is overrated. I do believe it takes a little time until the brakes, clutch and tires are optimal, but I don't buy not revving past 4K.

Some actually advise on running the car hard to redline right away as it may yield more power and be healthier for the engine in the long run. Break In Secrets--How To Break In New Motorcycle and Car Engines For More Power

There is also some speculation, that break-in periods still exist to allow the new owner to get accustomed to the car which protects the car company legally.

Exactly, what's the difference between 4K and 7K to the engine?

Nothing...

I believe in breaking it in like I'm going to drive it...

I did take it easier in the turns...for me to get used the car, and also for the tires.

As someone who also has a motorcycle, new tires are SLICK. You have to put at least 25 miles on them before they get stickier. On a bike, you have to be careful on the corners until the wear area for how you ride gets worn in...

Anyhow...

One other thing - my MC has 13K on it now. From day 1 (with 8 on the odometer), I've ridden it like I stole it. It don't burn oil...

lovethe370z · 11-07-2009, 10:23 AM

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Originally Posted by kannibul

One other thing - my MC has 13K on it now. From day 1 (with 8 on the odometer), I've ridden it like I stole it. It don't burn oil...

If it were 130k this might be an interesting facet of information. But 13k is not an impressive amount of time.

mattjk · 07-17-2009, 12:49 AM

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Originally Posted by sensi09

Break in period is overrated. I do believe it takes a little time until the brakes, clutch and tires are optimal, but I don't buy not revving past 4K.

Some actually advise on running the car hard to redline right away as it may yield more power and be healthier for the engine in the long run. Break In Secrets--How To Break In New Motorcycle and Car Engines For More Power

There is also some speculation, that break-in periods still exist to allow the new owner to get accustomed to the car which protects the car company legally.

I agree with the above. break a car in slowly and the rings will fail to seal properly and you will have a slow car.

kannibul · 11-08-2009, 12:52 PM

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Originally Posted by sensi09

There is also some speculation, that break-in periods still exist to allow the new owner to get accustomed to the car which protects the car company legally.

Honestly, I think its' a way that manufacturer's can avoid infant mortality. Drive it gentle for XYZ miles, and that's XYZ miles less they have to worry about you taking it back to the dealership due to a manufacturer defect.

syntax1269 · 11-08-2009, 01:22 PM

i currently have a 2000 tib and had it since new.. after the first 200 miles, i'v been driving that car hard. it has 200K miles on it now. still runs smooth, no oil burning, starts everytime. i still remember when i first got it that if something should break it is going to break when i am running hard, red line through the gears. Thats when you use that warrenty. and have them correct the defect, as it would have shown up eventually and might not be in warrenty and then your stuck with the bill to fix it.

so 10 years and 200K miles later....

sill runs good, no oil burning, and i bet it can go for another 10 years with no problems. but it is eventually going to get traded for the 40th ann.

Mark5092 · 11-19-2009, 08:58 PM

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Originally Posted by sensi09

There is also some speculation, that break-in periods still exist to allow the new owner to get accustomed to the car which protects the car company legally.

Gurps · 08-31-2011, 11:55 AM

Guys,
I bought my car off the lot with 50miles on it. No idea how those 50 miles were driven.

I have driven it quite "normal" since I got. However, two times I punched it on the highway and the RPMS hit 7000 for a brief period of time, say 2 secs both time.

I know the manual says not to go over 3000 rpms, so is this a potential issue if I touched 7000 rpm if only briefly?

I just don't want any oil burning issued down the road. My last care burned oil and it was a nightmare.

11Thumper · 08-31-2011, 02:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Gurps

Guys,
I bought my car off the lot with 50miles on it. No idea how those 50 miles were driven.

I have driven it quite "normal" since I got. However, two times I punched it on the highway and the RPMS hit 7000 for a brief period of time, say 2 secs both time.

I know the manual says not to go over 3000 rpms, so is this a potential issue if I touched 7000 rpm if only briefly?

I just don't want any oil burning issued down the road. My last care burned oil and it was a nightmare.

Stupid to ask now, you already drove it to 7,000rpm despite knowing what the manual says. Why?. You should buy a few cases of oil now since you'll be adding a quart every 100 miles.

Gurps · 08-31-2011, 02:43 PM

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Originally Posted by 11Thumper

Stupid to ask now, you already drove it to 7,000rpm despite knowing what the manual says. Why?. You should buy a few cases of oil now since you'll be adding a quart every 100 miles.

Actually I did not know untill now.
When I drove off the lot the dealer told me that there was no need to break in the car. I went with what he told me. Only after reading around when I got home did I find out. It was after the fact that I found out, I went with what the salesmen told me.

Gurps · 08-31-2011, 02:44 PM

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Originally Posted by 11Thumper

Stupid to ask now, you already drove it to 7,000rpm despite knowing what the manual says. Why?. You should buy a few cases of oil now since you'll be adding a quart every 100 miles.

Do you have some evidence to back up the claim I will be burning a quart every 100 miles?

11Thumper · 08-31-2011, 04:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Gurps

Do you have some evidence to back up the claim I will be burning a quart every 100 miles?

Yes, I have tons of evidence to backup my claim. In fact, I have 3,000 binders full of documented and certified proof from Mr. Nissan himself.

Did you actually believe my comment? I guess so since you believed the sales person about no break-in required. No offense to you, this isn't personal, but it makes no sense why you would buy a new car and run it almost to redline prior to reading the manual. You already drove it to 7k so why even ask now? What difference would asking the question make?

Will it damage anything? Probably not...but it wasn't a very smart thing to do in the first place.

Gurps · 08-31-2011, 04:41 PM

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Originally Posted by 11Thumper

Yes, I have tons of evidence to backup my claim. In fact, I have 3,000 binders full of documented and certified proof from Mr. Nissan himself.

Did you actually believe my comment? I guess so since you believed the sales person about no break-in required. No offense to you, this isn't personal, but it makes no sense why you would buy a new car and run it almost to redline prior to reading the manual. You already drove it to 7k so why even ask now? What difference would asking the question make?

Will it damage anything? Probably not...but it wasn't a very smart thing to do in the first place.

You are right...it does not make a difference now and no offense taken.

My car is a auto. All I did was punch the gas for a second and the car took off. I wanted to see how quick it accelerated. This was during my test drive. I remember the rpms shooting up to 7000 before coming right down as I slowed down right away. I just find it amazing that you can buy a car without driving it and testing to see how it handles and how much power it has etc.

When you guys test drove your cars, did you not drive them somewhat hard?

As for the salesperson. Yes I did believe him. I had no reason not too.

scottIN · 08-31-2011, 02:49 PM

Your car was probably redlined the second it hit the US shore. When I lived in Charleston, we'd sit down at the port and watch them unload the BMWs from the ROROs.
Those guys would come flying off the ship, sideways through the gravel, full throttle across the parking lot (few hundred yards), skid it into a spot, jump out, slam the door and run back and get another one. They were *not* concerned about proper break in procedure...

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12-17-2008, 02:16 PM	#1 (permalink)
sensi09 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: so cal Posts: 449 Drives: _ Rep Power: 18	Break in period is overrated. I do believe it takes a little time until the brakes, clutch and tires are optimal, but I don't buy not revving past 4K. Some actually advise on running the car hard to redline right away as it may yield more power and be healthier for the engine in the long run. Break In Secrets--How To Break In New Motorcycle and Car Engines For More Power There is also some speculation, that break-in periods still exist to allow the new owner to get accustomed to the car which protects the car company legally.

11-08-2009, 01:22 PM	#7 (permalink)
syntax1269 Base Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: 0.2 seconds in front Posts: 88 Drives: 370Z Touring S M6 Rep Power: 18	i currently have a 2000 tib and had it since new.. after the first 200 miles, i'v been driving that car hard. it has 200K miles on it now. still runs smooth, no oil burning, starts everytime. i still remember when i first got it that if something should break it is going to break when i am running hard, red line through the gears. Thats when you use that warrenty. and have them correct the defect, as it would have shown up eventually and might not be in warrenty and then your stuck with the bill to fix it. so 10 years and 200K miles later.... sill runs good, no oil burning, and i bet it can go for another 10 years with no problems. but it is eventually going to get traded for the 40th ann.

08-31-2011, 11:55 AM	#9 (permalink)
Gurps Base Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Vancouver Posts: 93 Drives: Nissan Rep Power: 16	Guys, I bought my car off the lot with 50miles on it. No idea how those 50 miles were driven. I have driven it quite "normal" since I got. However, two times I punched it on the highway and the RPMS hit 7000 for a brief period of time, say 2 secs both time. I know the manual says not to go over 3000 rpms, so is this a potential issue if I touched 7000 rpm if only briefly? I just don't want any oil burning issued down the road. My last care burned oil and it was a nightmare.

08-31-2011, 02:49 PM	#15 (permalink)
scottIN Track Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: New Castle, Indiana Posts: 764 Drives: '12 370Z Rep Power: 57	Your car was probably redlined the second it hit the US shore. When I lived in Charleston, we'd sit down at the port and watch them unload the BMWs from the ROROs. Those guys would come flying off the ship, sideways through the gravel, full throttle across the parking lot (few hundred yards), skid it into a spot, jump out, slam the door and run back and get another one. They were not concerned about proper break in procedure...