BANG when powershifting

barryb · 02-14-2010, 03:48 PM

I'm new to the forum and have had my Z for about 6 months.
I have found the first-to-second shift to be somewhat "tempermental" especially when the engine is not completely warmed up and/or when power-shifting. I have driven sticks my entire life, including 911SC in 80s, so I consider myself competent. Like the Porsche, feel seems critical to a good shift from 1 to 2. I get an occasional gear-on-gear "click" and have also experienced the slight movement of the block but only when the engine is cold. Lubrication seems critical to every aspect of this engine running smoothly. Which brings me to my question -- has anyone used Castol instead of the ester oil and what is your opinion?

spearfish25 · 02-14-2010, 05:26 PM

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Originally Posted by barryb

Which brings me to my question -- has anyone used Castol instead of the ester oil and what is your opinion?

Oh boy, now it's an oil thread! There are LOTS of threads talking about switching from NEO to synthetic. Just use the search function my friend. It will save you loads of time and get you answers much more quickly and thoroughly.

This one is ages old and should take you through the whole evolution our forum has experienced with the Nissan Ester Oil. Nissan Ester Oil

I agree that shifting in the 370Z takes more feel than other cars. However, there is no 'feel' in powershifting.

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02-14-2010, 03:48 PM	#1 (permalink)
barryb Base Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Dana Point, California Posts: 1 Drives: 2010, 370Z,6-spd Rep Power: 17	I'm new to the forum and have had my Z for about 6 months. I have found the first-to-second shift to be somewhat "tempermental" especially when the engine is not completely warmed up and/or when power-shifting. I have driven sticks my entire life, including 911SC in 80s, so I consider myself competent. Like the Porsche, feel seems critical to a good shift from 1 to 2. I get an occasional gear-on-gear "click" and have also experienced the slight movement of the block but only when the engine is cold. Lubrication seems critical to every aspect of this engine running smoothly. Which brings me to my question -- has anyone used Castol instead of the ester oil and what is your opinion?