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

blackflag · 02-25-2010, 01:28 PM

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Originally Posted by schrute

Listen to me. (haha I love that)

Did you use ramps? Makes all the difference in the world.

No, I hate the ramps. But if they work for you - more power to you. I wound up putting a jack under the cradle. What a mess.

I've been waiting my whole life to get a hoist at home. Some day.

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Originally Posted by schrute

Preach on brotha

Dude. The engine is noticeably smoother now. I don't know if it's because of the clean oil, or better oil. Maybe just breaking in a little. It's so f'n nice now.

370zproject · 02-25-2010, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by blackflag

No, I hate the ramps. But if they work for you - more power to you. I wound up putting a jack under the cradle. What a mess.

I've been waiting my whole life to get a hoist at home. Some day.

Dude. The engine is noticeably smoother now. I don't know if it's because of the clean oil, or better oil. Maybe just breaking in a little. It's so f'n nice now.

what oil u useing?

blackflag · 02-25-2010, 02:03 PM

Valvoline full synthetic.

370zproject · 02-26-2010, 01:28 AM

got it all in time to change it

pbpd4816 · 02-28-2010, 09:17 PM

Hey guys, I've put just under 500 miles on my car since changing the oil for the first time and using Amsoil SS0W-30. Hasn't used ANY oil at all. I changed the oil for the first time at 3,000 miles and I can't lie about it. I drove the car pretty hard during those miles. I used 1 quart of oil during those 3,000 miles. And I still drive my car hard now. So what I guess I'm trying to say is that the Amsoil isn't as volatile as most oils. I will keep checking it and keep everyone informed along the way....

370zproject · 02-28-2010, 11:18 PM

try red line iv heard good things.. just waiting on puttin g it in mine now

RedNismo · 03-01-2010, 01:36 AM

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Originally Posted by koojo

Nice write up! But 16 bolts + clips to change the oil?? WTF was Nissan thinking?

The under body cover is actually an aerodynamic part. It minimizes the under body turbulance which causes lift. G-coupes, and Z's are zero lift designs. Most high end sports cars have them front and back.

jpit · 03-01-2010, 01:57 AM

You only have to remove 4 bolts and fold back the cover. The drain plug and filter are easily reached.

zmyride · 03-03-2010, 03:15 AM

i received the Rhino Blitz Ramp (8000) today. I was excited however i realized there is no way the Z could go up the ramp without the ramp scraping the bottom plastic aero deflector. Even if i remove the aero deflector, the bottom fender looks like it has only 1/4 inch clearance and i have a feeling the fender would get scraped too if i drive the car up.

Now i'm bummed.

supraman626 · 03-04-2010, 05:35 PM

i think i have the same ones, what i'm planning to do is use wooden boards to go up the ramps. Haven't got a chance to change my oil yet since it's been raining on and off here in san francisco.

AK370Z · 03-04-2010, 11:05 PM

Oh noes, more redline showed up at my doorstep!

You may be wondering, why K&N again? well, they owed me these filters. I ordred these from K&N last month but thanks to the UPS driver who doesn't care about the rain forecast, left the box outside by the front door

. The box and filter soaked in heavy rain

. So, I may be utilizing these filters during next few changes. Then, I'll go back to Purolator.

Trips · 03-04-2010, 11:07 PM

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Originally Posted by AK370Z

Oh noes, more redline showed up at my doorstep!

You may be wondering, why K&N again? well, they owed me these filters. I ordred these from K&N last month but thanks to the UPS driver who doesn't care about the rain forecast, left the box outside by the front door

. The box and filter soaked in heavy rain

. So, I may be utilizing these filters during next few changes. Then, I'll go back to Purolator.

They delivered it to the Wrong House

J/k

nogoodname · 03-04-2010, 11:11 PM

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Originally Posted by AK370Z

Oh noes, more redline showed up at my doorstep!

You may be wondering, why K&N again? well, they owed me these filters. I ordred these from K&N last month but thanks to the UPS driver who doesn't care about the rain forecast, left the box outside by the front door

. The box and filter soaked in heavy rain

. So, I may be utilizing these filters during next few changes. Then, I'll go back to Purolator.

What's wrong with K&N oil filters?

Trips · 03-04-2010, 11:15 PM

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Originally Posted by nogoodname

What's wrong with K&N oil filters?

I think the purolators are a bigger capacity filter.

nogoodname · 03-04-2010, 11:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Triple's

I think the purolators are a bigger capacity filter.

OHHHhhhhhhh.... purolators are oil filters... I was thinking about the shipping company called purolator..... my bad

02-26-2010, 01:28 AM	#289 (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	got it all in time to change it __________________ Brake Upgrade Package ate blue, hawk hp ceramic pads, and slotted rotors

02-28-2010, 11:18 PM	#291 (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	try red line iv heard good things.. just waiting on puttin g it in mine now __________________ Brake Upgrade Package ate blue, hawk hp ceramic pads, and slotted rotors

03-04-2010, 05:35 PM	#295 (permalink)
supraman626 Base Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: sf, ca Posts: 58 Drives: 09 Nissan 370z PW M6 Rep Power: 16	ramps i think i have the same ones, what i'm planning to do is use wooden boards to go up the ramps. Haven't got a chance to change my oil yet since it's been raining on and off here in san francisco.

03-04-2010, 11:05 PM	#296 (permalink)
AK370Z Administrator Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: NJ Posts: 9,930 Drives: 09 370Z MB Sports M6 Rep Power: 10	Oh noes, more redline showed up at my doorstep! You may be wondering, why K&N again? well, they owed me these filters. I ordred these from K&N last month but thanks to the UPS driver who doesn't care about the rain forecast, left the box outside by the front door . The box and filter soaked in heavy rain . So, I may be utilizing these filters during next few changes. Then, I'll go back to Purolator. __________________ The370Z Signature Pictures ll Want to rock our forum decals on your car? Then click here! ll How to Embed YouTube Videos In a Post STOP! (Hammertime) ll Become a Premium Member Click HERE ll F.A.Q. Are You a Nissan Dealer? Click Here to Become A "Supporting Dealer" and Start Listing Your 370Zs In Our Inventory Section My Monterey Blue Z ll My Exhaust --> My Intake --> G3 Nissan's Official Response Regarding Oil Temp Issue: CLICK HERE Need a Set of Cheap Winter wheels /Tires? Then Visit The Banner Link Below and Place Your Order. You'll Help Keep The370Z Alive.

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