Novice HPDE and oil temps?

ResIpsa

+1

I agree. Everyone on this forum who has tracked their Z has had oil temp problems.

Some suggest going easy for your first time. But in reality, going easy at a HPDE is not really possible or a good idea. Even in the novice group you will be on the track with Porches and BMW's who will be really moving. Your instructor will be instructing you in the proper way to drive on a track. This means driving hard. There is just no comparison between the street and the track.

Otherwise, your whole day will be spent pointing by the long line of cars lapping you (and the embarrassment).

Get an oil cooler first.

And just as important change your Nissan brake fluid with some ATE Super Blue or comparable race fluid.

And if you can afford it, get some dedicated race pads. You know you have the right pad when they are so dirty and noisy you will do little more than drive home from the track with them.