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So, I went to get an oil change at the dealership where I bought my 370Z. I asked the service advisor about using full synthetic oil instead of the regular

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Old 11-06-2009, 06:37 PM   #1 (permalink)
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So, I went to get an oil change at the dealership where I bought my 370Z. I asked the service advisor about using full synthetic oil instead of the regular oil they use. He informed me that the 370z cannot use full synthetic oil. I asked why. He then said that Nissan engineered that engine that way. Anybody else know about this? It doesn't make sense to me. I've used full synthetic oil in all my cars and motorcycle.
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dudes full of shyt, been running full synth since my first change at 1500 miles.
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So, I went to get an oil change at the dealership where I bought my 370Z. I asked the service advisor about using full synthetic oil instead of the regular oil they use. He informed me that the 370z cannot use full synthetic oil. I asked why. He then said that Nissan engineered that engine that way. Anybody else know about this? It doesn't make sense to me. I've used full synthetic oil in all my cars and motorcycle.
It's recommended, at the very least, to use Nissan's Ester Oil for the first oil change, especially if you're doing it during the break-in period for the car. Nissan Ester Oil is recommended, but not necessary.

Many members have switched to full synthetics such as Redline, Royal Purple, or Mobil 1 at the 3k, 5k, and 10k marks, none of those with any issues.
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It's recommended, at the very least, to use Nissan's Ester Oil for the first oil change, especially if you're doing it during the break-in period for the car. Nissan Ester Oil is recommended, but not necessary.

Many members have switched to full synthetics such as Redline, Royal Purple, or Mobil 1 at the 3k, 5k, and 10k marks, none of those with any issues.
I thought Mobil 1 isn't a full synthetic.
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I thought Mobil 1 isn't a full synthetic.
Roger that!
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What is the logic behind that statement? How could one build an engine to only work with a blend?
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What is the logic behind that statement? How could one build an engine to only work with a blend?
I hit "submit" a little too soon. So anyway, engine parts are still engine parts, it produces the same heat, so if it's all the same, I don't see how this statement holds water.
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Rotary engines are SPECIFICALLY designed to use conventional oil... They need conventional because it burns much easier and can lubricate the rotor seals better...

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He informed me that the 370z cannot use full synthetic oil. I asked why. He then said that Nissan engineered that engine that way. .

He's an idiot.......
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Just another example of people making things up and overstepping their knowledge base.
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I know ALL engines in the WORLD can use 100% synthetic oil EXcept the Mazda RX-8 Rotory engine..
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Don't try to find logic in stealerships' requirements, dude. Their only "logic" is $$$---as much as they can get from you! Synth' oil is THE best choice for any engine (see previous post for the exception). Period. Some cars even leave the assembly line with it (i.e. by the manufacturer). So, ignore that nitwit's comment and go synthetic!
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I'm not planning on going back to that dealership. I found the DIY oil change sticky and it doesn't look that bad. I'm going to see if I can get my money back for that stupid Maintenance Plus that I bought.
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I'm not planning on going back to that dealership. I found the DIY oil change sticky and it doesn't look that bad. I'm going to see if I can get my money back for that stupid Maintenance Plus that I bought.
Changing the oil on the 370Z is VERY easy and it is worth the effort knowing that it was done right. I ran the initial oil up to 3500 miles then went to Mobil 1 full synthetic and the car runs fine.
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So, I went to get an oil change at the dealership where I bought my 370Z. I asked the service advisor about using full synthetic oil instead of the regular oil they use. He informed me that the 370z cannot use full synthetic oil. I asked why. He then said that Nissan engineered that engine that way. Anybody else know about this? It doesn't make sense to me. I've used full synthetic oil in all my cars and motorcycle.
I have a '99 Mercedes-Benz...MB advised me not to use synthetic oil until at least 5000 miles on the odo. I have no idea why. But I followed the rec and now have 138000 trouble-free miles on that engine. I have only used Mobil 1 for the life of this vehicle.
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