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

TongMan · 07-17-2010, 01:43 AM

How magnetically strong is that drain bolt plug? That Nissan magnetic drain plug is much cheaper.

Tobizach · 07-24-2010, 07:57 PM

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Originally Posted by 37Z

I can reach the oil filter from the front of a 350Z without jacking up the car. I do remove the engine undertray pan for inspection purposes. Typically, this method take me less than one hour including a test drive and re-inspecting for oil leaks.

How is this possible? Can you (or anyone) elaborate on this or show how it's done?

I use an extractor as well, so if this is possible it would make the job a whole lot easier. LOL I knew I seen this post on one of the Z sites, glad I found it.

rjdtoo · 07-26-2010, 10:00 PM

I just used my 56" two piece Race Ramps for the first time...I love them. They were purchased from Reverse Logic on the recomendation of people here. Fred was awesome just like others have mentioned. I received my order fast and Fred even recomended a good wheel chock to go along with the ramps.

FricFrac · 07-27-2010, 12:05 AM

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Originally Posted by AK370Z

It was a beautiful day today. In this winter season, having a 45 degree temp is a pretty good reward for us North easterners. So, I decided to do my 3rd synthetic oil change today (4th on the car).

I used K&N (HP-1008) for the last two oil changes. This time, after looking at MODSHACK's oil cooler thread and Shrute's Journal, I have decided to give Purolator PureOne filter a try. I have heard nothing but good things about them and some of my friends approved PureOne more than the K&N. Also, as you know, the stock filter is really small. If you go to the Purolator website , they actually lists the smaller PL-14612 filter for Nissan 370Z, which is comparable to the stock size. But, many members here went with PL-14610 which is slightly bigger (Please see picture below for reference). This oil filter is a little cheaper than K&N ($6) and available at all automotive stores like Autozone/Pepboys etc.

Just like the last time, I did see some metal shavings/fragments on the magnetic drain plug. I'm sure there are metal shavings trapped by the filter magnet as well but I don't have an oil filter cutter

. I really wish I could open up one of these filters.

Here are some pictures to share:

Here's the filter I went with. Notice, it's the PL14610 which is slightly bigger than the stock filter

..........

Thank you sir!

The WIX filter alternative to the PL14610 is the WIX 51357

AK370Z · 07-27-2010, 03:01 AM

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Originally Posted by FricFrac

The WIX filter alternative to the PL14610 is the WIX 51357

Great info. I'm tempted to try. How do you like it?

FricFrac · 07-27-2010, 03:03 PM

WIX has one of the best reps out there. Even with all the random bad mouthing of products on the Internet I haven't heard anything bad about the WIX stuff. I've been using the stock WIX replacement but I just found the larger version like the larger Purolator so I thought I'd post the info here as another good filter option.

I haven't been able to find the Purolator stuff locally but I can get the WIX and the NAPA filters are made by Purolator so if you can't find it locally that's another option....

AK370Z · 07-27-2010, 03:09 PM

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Originally Posted by FricFrac

WIX has one of the best reps out there. Even with all the random bad mouthing of products on the Internet I haven't heard anything bad about the WIX stuff. I've been using the stock WIX replacement but I just found the larger version like the larger Purolator so I thought I'd post the info here as another good filter option.

I haven't been able to find the Purolator stuff locally but I can get the WIX and the NAPA filters are made by Purolator so if you can't find it locally that's another option....

Thanks.

I may give them a try.

daleks · 07-27-2010, 03:27 PM

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Originally Posted by JimZ

Great information. Does anyone out there have any experience with the Race Ramps and the NISMO. The front fascia is obviously different and I'm not convinced the Race Ramps would work. Thanks for any help.

You need the RR extenders for the Nismo fascia. It adds another +$100 to the price of using ramps. All put together the ramps + extenders are almost the price of a top-end floor jack with top-end jack stands. I'm kind of torn as the jacks give you more versatility, but I feel safer with the ramps. And, yes, I've talked to RaceLogic about pricing.

LiquidZ · 07-27-2010, 04:11 PM

AK, I used a Wix on my previous oil change. Insolubles read 0.2%, so I'd say the Wix did an excellent job. I went with a PureOne this time around to get some comparison.

Amsoil sells Wix, so if you need any help with pricing, just let me know.

FricFrac · 08-01-2010, 12:12 AM

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Originally Posted by LiquidZ

AK, I used a Wix on my previous oil change. Insolubles read 0.2%, so I'd say the Wix did an excellent job. I went with a PureOne this time around to get some comparison.

Amsoil sells Wix, so if you need any help with pricing, just let me know.

Which part number for your Wix filter did you use?

LiquidZ · 08-01-2010, 12:53 PM

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Originally Posted by fricfrac

which part number for your wix filter did you use?

51365.

FricFrac · 08-01-2010, 01:30 PM

So basically the 51357 is an inch taller (and virtually the same size as the PL14610) than the 51365 if you want to upsize your filter....

Part Number: 51365
Height: 2.577
Outer Diameter Top: 2.685
Outer Diameter Bottom: Closed
Thread Size: 20X1.5 MM
Beta Ratio: 2/20=15/22
Burst Pressure-PSI: 300

Part Number: 51357
Height: 3.402
Outer Diameter Top: 2.685
Outer Diameter Bottom: Closed
Thread Size: 20X1.5 MM
Burst Pressure-PSI: 280

and for reference to the Purolator PL14610

Specifications:
Anti-Drain Back Valve Yes Height 3.52
O.D. 2.69 Relief Valve P.S.I. 14-18
Threads M20-1.5 Type of Filter Spin-on

Boost_lee · 08-01-2010, 01:43 PM

Thanks for the writeup AK, I used it yesterday for my first oil change.

I went with a Purolator PureOne filter and used Pennzoil Ultra 10-30w down here in TX heat.

Also sent a sample to Blackstone for analysis. This is my first oil change since I purchased the car. I bought the car used with 6K on the clock, so I hope the previous break-in and oil changes were done correctly. Wasn't that thrilled when I saw a Carquest oil filter on the car though...

Jeffblue · 08-06-2010, 12:08 PM

I'm about to order/go out and buy whats necessary for my first change. Can someone let me know if i'm overlooking anything. I have a ratchet set and torque wrench already.

1. Redline 5w30 Five Quart
2. Redline 5w30 one Quart
3. K&N Oil Filter HP-1008
4. Kics Oil Drain Plug M12 P1.25
5. Filter Magnet - RA250
6. Copper Drain Plug Washer
7. 12 Quart Oil Drain Pan
8. Blitz Ramps

Thanks!

bsramzy · 08-09-2010, 09:43 PM

anyone notice the price on Purolator PL14610 skyrocket?! Amazon sold the 2 packs for around 11 dollars

now its 11 dollars for one filter!

07-27-2010, 03:03 PM	#396 (permalink)
FricFrac A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Victoria, BC Posts: 1,481 Drives: 370Z 300ZX 280ZX 240 Rep Power: 228	WIX has one of the best reps out there. Even with all the random bad mouthing of products on the Internet I haven't heard anything bad about the WIX stuff. I've been using the stock WIX replacement but I just found the larger version like the larger Purolator so I thought I'd post the info here as another good filter option. I haven't been able to find the Purolator stuff locally but I can get the WIX and the NAPA filters are made by Purolator so if you can't find it locally that's another option.... __________________ '09 370Z - '93 300ZX Vert - '83 280ZX - '83 280ZXT -'81 280ZXT stroker - '72 240Z - Stillen CBE, HFC, G3, Grounding Kit, Sways // Swift Spring // H&R 15mm // 5% Tint // Clear Bra //

07-27-2010, 04:11 PM	#399 (permalink)
LiquidZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 1,940 Drives: Mag. Black 2009 370Z Rep Power: 704	AK, I used a Wix on my previous oil change. Insolubles read 0.2%, so I'd say the Wix did an excellent job. I went with a PureOne this time around to get some comparison. Amsoil sells Wix, so if you need any help with pricing, just let me know. __________________

08-01-2010, 01:30 PM	#402 (permalink)
FricFrac A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Victoria, BC Posts: 1,481 Drives: 370Z 300ZX 280ZX 240 Rep Power: 228	So basically the 51357 is an inch taller (and virtually the same size as the PL14610) than the 51365 if you want to upsize your filter.... Part Number: 51365 Height: 2.577 Outer Diameter Top: 2.685 Outer Diameter Bottom: Closed Thread Size: 20X1.5 MM Beta Ratio: 2/20=15/22 Burst Pressure-PSI: 300 Part Number: 51357 Height: 3.402 Outer Diameter Top: 2.685 Outer Diameter Bottom: Closed Thread Size: 20X1.5 MM Burst Pressure-PSI: 280 and for reference to the Purolator PL14610 Specifications: Anti-Drain Back Valve Yes Height 3.52 O.D. 2.69 Relief Valve P.S.I. 14-18 Threads M20-1.5 Type of Filter Spin-on __________________ '09 370Z - '93 300ZX Vert - '83 280ZX - '83 280ZXT -'81 280ZXT stroker - '72 240Z - Stillen CBE, HFC, G3, Grounding Kit, Sways // Swift Spring // H&R 15mm // 5% Tint // Clear Bra // Last edited by FricFrac; 08-01-2010 at 01:33 PM.

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TongMan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: NorCal Posts: 1,297 Drives: 2013 Nissan GTR Rep Power: 715	How magnetically strong is that drain bolt plug? That Nissan magnetic drain plug is much cheaper.

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Boost_lee A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: SATX Posts: 2,813 Drives: 09 370Z TT 6MT Rep Power: 29	Thanks for the writeup AK, I used it yesterday for my first oil change. I went with a Purolator PureOne filter and used Pennzoil Ultra 10-30w down here in TX heat. Also sent a sample to Blackstone for analysis. This is my first oil change since I purchased the car. I bought the car used with 6K on the clock, so I hope the previous break-in and oil changes were done correctly. Wasn't that thrilled when I saw a Carquest oil filter on the car though...

08-06-2010, 12:08 PM	#404 (permalink)
Jeffblue A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: NY Age: 36 Posts: 9,192 Drives: Z32TT & 335xi Coupe Rep Power: 37	I'm about to order/go out and buy whats necessary for my first change. Can someone let me know if i'm overlooking anything. I have a ratchet set and torque wrench already. 1. Redline 5w30 Five Quart 2. Redline 5w30 one Quart 3. K&N Oil Filter HP-1008 4. Kics Oil Drain Plug M12 P1.25 5. Filter Magnet - RA250 6. Copper Drain Plug Washer 7. 12 Quart Oil Drain Pan 8. Blitz Ramps Thanks!

08-09-2010, 09:43 PM	#405 (permalink)
bsramzy Base Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: prairieville Posts: 70 Drives: 09 350z maNUAL Rep Power: 16	anyone notice the price on Purolator PL14610 skyrocket?! Amazon sold the 2 packs for around 11 dollars now its 11 dollars for one filter!