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Originally Posted by gurneyeagle
Because of time constraints and a lack of proper tools, I had it installed for me. It's super simple though. It took the mechanic about two hours. Just remember to have some extra oil. I went ahead and did a full change, and it took about 6.5 quarts.
http://www.z1motorsports.com/upload/...2001272012.pdf
I think this is a good move on your part. In the long run, the savings are insignificant. |
Well, my DIY thoughts were I'll just do it with the nice quality hoses and fittings and try out the Tru-Cool core first. Worst case, I have to also buy a Setrab core, and I'm only out an extra $65 by trying the inexpensive option first. However, LMB's and your comments regarding the known quantity of the kit just make too much sense when I factor in my time constraints for the install. As a DD, I don't have the luxury of taking it apart and letting it sit for days on end while I try to figure out some piece of the install puzzle. I rarely get more than a day or two of downtime - the most I've ever had was the time my front bumper sat on the couch for a week while driving my wife's car around since she was out of town.
I hope I can do it in less than 2 hours, but it doesn't matter either way. IIRC, the Nismo requires a few more installation steps than a base Z due to a Nismo Chassis Dampener. I changed my oil ~1000 miles ago (right after the Nismo Performance Academy), but I will take this opportunity to switch to Mobil 1 0W-40 (from the 5W-30). Also, I am going to start getting the larger oil filter (probably Purolator).