Originally Posted by KaienZ34

DIY fix for 370z oil temp problem.

1st: Find some electical tape (preferably black).
2nd: Place a small strip of tape on the oil temp gauge.
3rd: Just drive and injoy, if your not tracking the car you won't have any oil temp problems.

Since early 09 when i got the Z i have not even hit 220 much less the 280+ needed for limp mode.

Originally Posted by cossie1600

the lack of oil cooler on the z doesnt help. at the same time, a simple solution would be some electrical tape to cover up the gauge. if you are not hitting limp mode, is it truly a problem or is it mainly in your head?