DIY: Nissan 370Z Oil change (AK370Z way) Pictures inside

Trips · 03-26-2010, 03:40 AM

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Originally Posted by 370zproject

ah must be nice to have one.. when i put in my royal purple.. and checked it,.... i was still dirty looking cause i guess i missed a lot of oil that did not drain

normally the first oil change to another brand will leave very little of the old oil, not till you do a second oil change will you have all the old oil removed

SoCal 370Z · 03-26-2010, 03:41 AM

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Originally Posted by 370zproject

what is a oil evacuator

The tool goes by this name (when I purchased it years ago it was called evacuator) or extractor, here is the one I own (you can find the very same model elsewhere, but cheaper): Oil Extractor

Hi-Step'n370Z · 03-27-2010, 07:46 AM

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Originally Posted by SoCal 370Z

The tool goes by this name (when I purchased it years ago it was called evacuator) or extractor, here is the one I own (you can find the very same model elsewhere, but cheaper): Oil Extractor

Have heard of these. Always wondered how much oil they left in the pan. But, after hearing that when you drained the oil through the oil plug, and there was STILL 8 oz. left in the pan, AND that you got that 8 oz. out with the extractor, then it seems that the extractor removes more oil than a straight oil drain though the plug! And that don't make sense. But if it is, it is. How about some clarity on this?

370zproject · 03-27-2010, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Hi-Step'n370Z

Have heard of these. Always wondered how much oil they left in the pan. But, after hearing that when you drained the oil through the oil plug, and there was STILL 8 oz. left in the pan, AND that you got that 8 oz. out with the extractor, then it seems that the extractor removes more oil than a straight oil drain though the plug! And that don't make sense. But if it is, it is. How about some clarity on this?

370zproject · 03-28-2010, 09:29 AM

Mityvac 7201 Fluid Evacuator Plus | Warehouse Deals

this work?

JimZ · 03-28-2010, 10:02 AM

For Hi-Step'n....Ive been told the Mercedes Benz does their oil changes this...dont know this for a fact...but would support the utility of one of these devices

370zFORme!! · 03-28-2010, 07:51 PM

So all you people that switched to redline 5w-30, did you wait until the recommended 3000 miles? Sorry its kinda unrelated but its in the oil change section at least!

AK370Z · 03-28-2010, 08:05 PM

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Originally Posted by 370zFORme!!

So all you people that switched to redline 5w-30, did you wait until the recommended 3000 miles? Sorry its kinda unrelated but its in the oil change section at least!

I waited till 3700 miles. Some waited 4800 -5000 miles.

370zFORme!! · 03-28-2010, 08:13 PM

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Originally Posted by AK370Z

I waited till 3700 miles. Some waited 4800 -5000 miles.

+1 rep AK for such an informative thread

370zproject · 03-30-2010, 03:55 PM

Mityvac 7201 Fluid Dispense/ Evac - Lubrication / Hose Reels

anyone know if this site legit?

semtex · 03-30-2010, 04:01 PM

Just remember, you're still gonna have to go under the car to change the oil filter.

kenchan · 03-30-2010, 08:26 PM

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Originally Posted by semtex

Just remember, you're still gonna have to go under the car to change the oil filter.

Yep, and typically the filter has oil inside that will drip out anyways. Unless you can reach the filter from the top, useless imo

SoCal 370Z · 03-30-2010, 09:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Hi-Step'n370Z

Have heard of these. Always wondered how much oil they left in the pan. But, after hearing that when you drained the oil through the oil plug, and there was STILL 8 oz. left in the pan, AND that you got that 8 oz. out with the extractor, then it seems that the extractor removes more oil than a straight oil drain though the plug! And that don't make sense. But if it is, it is. How about some clarity on this?

The oil drain plug hole is situated higher than the bottom of the pan.

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Originally Posted by semtex

Just remember, you're still gonna have to go under the car to change the oil filter.

Very true, as the 370Z's engine bay does not allow any reach to the oil filter from above.

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Originally Posted by kenchan

Yep, and typically the filter has oil inside that will drip out anyways. Unless you can reach the filter from the top, useless imo

Depending on the oil catch container you use you can achieve a spotless garage floor. About a decade ago there was a Japanese car magazine article regarding the use of an oil evacuator and they consistently removed more engine oil than just draining from the oil plug alone.

The 370Z's engine is a perfect candidate for an oil evacuator, but it is important to note for those who are contemplating an oil evacuator that not all engines will allow the oil evacuator's tube to go all the way down the dipstick opening. If you are buying one thinking that you can use it on all your vehicles you might want to consider learning from other forums whether this method will work those other engines you own.

Jonnytennesse · 04-02-2010, 11:54 AM

So I had my post break in oil change at the dealership using their fancy oil. I asked the guy to let me watch and he agreed. First, underneath the car is really cool.

Second, he only received 5 quarts of oil from the service dept. He put 5 in. I told him the manual says 5 and 1/8. He laughed and agreed to put the extra 1/8 in. Why would they not put 1/8 in? Does that 1/8 matter?

Third, he didnt know anything about a copper crush washer and it was not installed. Does this matter and should I be concerned.

Me = noob

PS, I was surprised how small the filter was.

Switching to redline at 5k or so.

semtex · 04-02-2010, 11:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Jonnytennesse

Third, he didnt know anything about a copper crush washer and it was not installed. Does this matter and should I be concerned.

What??? Yes you should be concerned. Installing a new crush washer is standard procedure any time an oil change is performed on ALL cars. Where do they get these yahoos? Sheesh. Nissan sells them in bags of 12, if I recall correctly. In fact, give me a min. and I'll go get the part number off of my pack in my tool chest. Unbelievable.

03-28-2010, 09:29 AM	#320 (permalink)
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03-30-2010, 03:55 PM	#325 (permalink)
370zproject A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Memphis Age: 35 Posts: 16,104 Drives: 09 A/T 370z blue Rep Power: 53	Mityvac 7201 Fluid Dispense/ Evac - Lubrication / Hose Reels anyone know if this site legit? __________________ Brake Upgrade Package ate blue, hawk hp ceramic pads, and slotted rotors

03-30-2010, 04:01 PM	#326 (permalink)
semtex A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Behind enemy lines Age: 54 Posts: 5,995 Drives: People to drink Rep Power: 32	Just remember, you're still gonna have to go under the car to change the oil filter. __________________ "There are no small accidents on this circuit." -- Ayrton Senna 316.8whp & 248 ft/lbs (Dyno Dynamics) \| 319whp & 256 ft/lbs (DynoJet) (04/23/10) Stillen G3 CAI, CBE, Pulley / F.I. LTH / GTSpec Ladder Brace / Setrab Oil Cooler / UpRev-tuned by Forged Perf.

04-02-2010, 11:54 AM	#329 (permalink)
Jonnytennesse Base Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Nashville Posts: 10 Drives: 2010 370Z PG 6MT Rep Power: 185	First Esther Oil Change So I had my post break in oil change at the dealership using their fancy oil. I asked the guy to let me watch and he agreed. First, underneath the car is really cool. Second, he only received 5 quarts of oil from the service dept. He put 5 in. I told him the manual says 5 and 1/8. He laughed and agreed to put the extra 1/8 in. Why would they not put 1/8 in? Does that 1/8 matter? Third, he didnt know anything about a copper crush washer and it was not installed. Does this matter and should I be concerned. Me = noob PS, I was surprised how small the filter was. Switching to redline at 5k or so.

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370zFORme!! Premium Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: SoCal Posts: 1,459 Drives: 2012 6MT STiffy Rep Power: 17	So all you people that switched to redline 5w-30, did you wait until the recommended 3000 miles? Sorry its kinda unrelated but its in the oil change section at least!