Driving a New Z home

MistahGurgle · 10-12-2013, 04:42 PM

Hey guys,

If everything pans out right, I will be driving home a 2013 6 speed black 370z

My question is anything i need to do on the drive back. Its going to be about a 2 1/2 hour drive. I have done some searching and most threads point to the idea of not staying at the same speed but changing every 10mins or so. My question is do i need to changes gears between 5th or 6th or just leave it in 6th but change my speed.

1adam12 · 10-12-2013, 05:23 PM

Has it been test driven by others cause if it has they drove it like it was stolen!

MistahGurgle · 10-12-2013, 05:25 PM

Sadly yes, it has 41 miles on it

but for the deal that I am getting Id say its worth it.

Verda7junior · 10-12-2013, 05:25 PM

I would say to leave it in 6th gear but just change your speed.

The break in schedule in the owners manual says:

During the first 1,200 miles follow these recommendations to obtain maximum engine performance and ensure the future reliability and economy of your new vehicle.

Avoid driving for long periods at constant speed, either fast or slow.
Do not run the engine over 4,000 rpm.
Do not accelerate at full throttle in any gear.
Avoid quick starts.
Avoid hard braking as much as possible.

kfull · 10-12-2013, 05:32 PM

maybe make a few stops along the way for shopping or something to give the car a break, cool down then be back on your way.

critical · 10-12-2013, 08:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Verda7junior

I would say to leave it in 6th gear but just change your speed.

The break in schedule in the owners manual says:

During the first 1,200 miles follow these recommendations to obtain maximum engine performance and ensure the future reliability and economy of your new vehicle.

Avoid driving for long periods at constant speed, either fast or slow.
Do not run the engine over 4,000 rpm.
Do not accelerate at full throttle in any gear.
Avoid quick starts.
Avoid hard braking as much as possible.

avoid hard braking? what's the logic behind this or is there none with this whole break in period thing?

Z_ealot · 10-13-2013, 12:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by critical

avoid hard braking? what's the logic behind this or is there none with this whole break in period thing?

basically so you dont have the wobble effect caused by hard breaking and causing the brake shoes to heat up and leave deposits on the rotors, not stomping on the brakes lets the rotor build up an even layer of brake shoe deposits...on the other hand i have heard something to the opposite effect so i'll let someone else chime in who knows more about it

Bottomsup · 10-14-2013, 11:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Verda7junior

I would say to leave it in 6th gear but just change your speed.

The break in schedule in the owners manual says:

During the first 1,200 miles follow these recommendations to obtain maximum engine performance and ensure the future reliability and economy of your new vehicle.

Avoid driving for long periods at constant speed, either fast or slow.
Do not run the engine over 4,000 rpm.
Do not accelerate at full throttle in any gear.
Avoid quick starts.
Avoid hard braking as much as possible.

humm i didn't not read this or heed the warning and redlined my car twice the first day i got it. I have been driving at variable speed/revs in stop and go traffic for the first 600 miles which is where I am now.

outside of those two redlines I have taken it to 5 or 6K RPM probably about 10 times. How much should I stress about the issues I may have caused?

what is a quick start?

thanks

Verda7junior · 10-15-2013, 09:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bottomsup

humm i didn't not read this or heed the warning and redlined my car twice the first day i got it. I have been driving at variable speed/revs in stop and go traffic for the first 600 miles which is where I am now.

outside of those two redlines I have taken it to 5 or 6K RPM probably about 10 times. How much should I stress about the issues I may have caused?

what is a quick start?

thanks

No need to stress about it as it does have a 5 year 60,000 mile powertrain warranty. In the short term it may not make any noticable difference. I just trust the manufacturer to tell me the best way to do the break in considering that if the engine doesn't last or burns oil, then it will cost them money to replace it. A quick start just means stomping on the gas to take off fast.

/Angelo350Z/ · 10-16-2013, 01:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Verda7junior

I would say to leave it in 6th gear but just change your speed.

The break in schedule in the owners manual says:

During the first 1,200 miles follow these recommendations to obtain maximum engine performance and ensure the future reliability and economy of your new vehicle.

Avoid driving for long periods at constant speed, either fast or slow.
Do not run the engine over 4,000 rpm.
Do not accelerate at full throttle in any gear.
Avoid quick starts.
Avoid hard braking as much as possible.

This. Personally, I would also mask the front bumper, 1/4 of the hood and fenders, and the quarter panel and fender edges. Even if you're not worried about paint chips, at least your new Z is somewhat protected.

MistahGurgle · 10-16-2013, 05:09 PM

Well i bought her home yesterday. Didn't get any chips or scratches just lots of bugs. Now its time for me to learn to drive stick. As I was pulling out of the dealers lot i stalled it 3 times

Needless to say there were many eyes on me

I also made a thread in the new owners section.

Mt Tam I am · 10-16-2013, 05:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MistahGurgle

Well i bought her home yesterday. Didn't get any chips or scratches just lots of bugs. Now its time for me to learn to drive stick. As I was pulling out of the dealers lot i stalled it 3 times

Needless to say there were many eyes on me

I also made a thread in the new owners section.

Our clutches leave something to be desired. It is a numb feeling without the helper spring being replaced. Although I bought a set I never installed them as the clutch is not that hard to learn as is as it turns out.

Congratulations on the purchase of such a fine automobile.

/Angelo350Z/ · 10-16-2013, 05:35 PM

Coming from a 350Z, I never really had a problem with the 370Z clutch, clutch feel, engagement point, etc. I actually prefer it over my cousin's S2K. I don't know, maybe I just got used to the Z transmissions.

Mike · 10-12-2013, 07:09 PM

if you dont want to vary your speed, just keep switching between 4, 5 and 6. all of them can handle highway speeds just fine, and you will get the same effect.

God-Speed · 10-13-2013, 01:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike

if you dont want to vary your speed, just keep switching between 4, 5 and 6. all of them can handle highway speeds just fine, and you will get the same effect.

10-12-2013, 04:42 PM	#1 (permalink)
MistahGurgle Base Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Alabama Posts: 24 Drives: 2013 M6 Black 370z Rep Power: 11	Driving a New Z home Hey guys, If everything pans out right, I will be driving home a 2013 6 speed black 370z My question is anything i need to do on the drive back. Its going to be about a 2 1/2 hour drive. I have done some searching and most threads point to the idea of not staying at the same speed but changing every 10mins or so. My question is do i need to changes gears between 5th or 6th or just leave it in 6th but change my speed.

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kfull Track Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 909 Drives: A lot Rep Power: 14	maybe make a few stops along the way for shopping or something to give the car a break, cool down then be back on your way. __________________ 2012 GM 6MT sports package \| FI non res cf exhaust \| K&N Drop Ins \| Viper 3303 security system w/ tilt sensor \| GTR start button \| 35% rear 45% side window tint \| Michelin PSS

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MistahGurgle Base Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Alabama Posts: 24 Drives: 2013 M6 Black 370z Rep Power: 11	Well i bought her home yesterday. Didn't get any chips or scratches just lots of bugs. Now its time for me to learn to drive stick. As I was pulling out of the dealers lot i stalled it 3 times Needless to say there were many eyes on me I also made a thread in the new owners section. __________________ Gurgle\| FI CBE and HFC has been ordered\|

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/Angelo350Z/ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Germany Posts: 2,230 Drives: Z34 \| MK7 \| F82 Rep Power: 3660	Coming from a 350Z, I never really had a problem with the 370Z clutch, clutch feel, engagement point, etc. I actually prefer it over my cousin's S2K. I don't know, maybe I just got used to the Z transmissions. __________________ 2013 MB NISSAN 370Z SPORT

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Mike The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Loganville, GA Posts: 5,944 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 2186	if you dont want to vary your speed, just keep switching between 4, 5 and 6. all of them can handle highway speeds just fine, and you will get the same effect. __________________ NISSAN: 75 280Z / 86 300ZX GLL /87 Sentra SE / 03 350Z / 23 Z Porsche: 93 968 / 23 Macan GTS / 93 968

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1adam12 Base Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Missouri Posts: 21 Drives: 14 Nissan 370z PW AT Rep Power: 11	Has it been test driven by others cause if it has they drove it like it was stolen!

10-12-2013, 05:25 PM	#3 (permalink)
MistahGurgle Base Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Alabama Posts: 24 Drives: 2013 M6 Black 370z Rep Power: 11	Sadly yes, it has 41 miles on it but for the deal that I am getting Id say its worth it.

10-12-2013, 05:25 PM	#4 (permalink)
Verda7junior Base Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Sheboygan Falls WI Posts: 53 Drives: 15NISMO16Q50RS400AWD Rep Power: 13	I would say to leave it in 6th gear but just change your speed. The break in schedule in the owners manual says: During the first 1,200 miles follow these recommendations to obtain maximum engine performance and ensure the future reliability and economy of your new vehicle. Avoid driving for long periods at constant speed, either fast or slow. Do not run the engine over 4,000 rpm. Do not accelerate at full throttle in any gear. Avoid quick starts. Avoid hard braking as much as possible.

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