Nismo Racing Oil Cooler (questions)

brenden · 07-30-2012, 01:40 PM

I have a 2012 base 370z that im slowly upgrading. Living in Texas the summers can get up to 110 easily. I've recently noticed that when driving slightly hard on the Z the oil temps start reaching 220-240, so im looking at ordering the Nismo Racing Oil Cooler Nismo Racing Oil Cooler Kit (34 row) -- 370z - 21300-SS370 - Nismo

I've done some research both on this forum and just general web searches and I cant find a 100% clear answer.

2012 370Z All Models Include Oil Cooler

2012 Nissan 370Z: Standard Oil Cooler, Pricing Unchanged - autoevolution

2012 Z Factory Oil Cooler - PIC AND PART NUMBERS INSIDE

Does the 2012 in fact have an oil cooler? If so is the stock part # 21300-ss370? Some sites say that's the factory part #21300-SS370 ( but other sites list that part # as the Nismo Racing Oil cooler).

I intend to do some track runs with this car and from what I read the computer kills the power if it detects the oil temps are beginning to run high.

The questions I have are:

1. Does the 2012 have a stock oil cooler?

2. Is the stock oil cooler part # 21300-SS370?

3. Would you recommend spending the 780.00 on the Nismo Racking Oil cooler.

General feedback is appreciated!

2004YZFR1 · 07-30-2012, 02:15 PM

A lot of this info has been on here before but the 2012 does come with a small oil cooler. It runs the oil thru the radiator I think.

2. not sure of the part #

3.You can get the same size and brand of oil cooler with a thermo plate for less from a couple of other places for cheaper. Stillen has one, Z1 has a kit and some other companies.

Most people will say that it is better to have the thermo plate so your oil will get up to the proper operating temp quicker. The Nismo racing one does not have it.

You don't want your oil to run to hot but then again it has to get up to around 200 to protect your motor.

Hope this helps you.

Davey · 07-30-2012, 02:21 PM

220-240 is nothing to worry about. However if you are going to track the car you will need an oil cooler.

I don't think the Nissan one works with the stock cooler in place, but Z1 Motorsports has a nice cooler package that you can get a thermostatic plate and a variety of sizes of cooler and it will work with the stock unit still installed.

You may have warranty issues with the cooler, but you will have warranty issues if you're tracking the car and they find out.

DarkJak · 07-30-2012, 06:43 PM

On #3, the only way it'd be worth the extra $200 over one from Stillen, Z1, etc, would be if it was covered under Nissan's warranty. I don't believe it is though. I've heard that it has slightly larger lines, but without a thermostatic plate, it's hard to justify the price.

djtodd · 07-30-2012, 06:57 PM

#1 - The 2012 does come with a stock cooler. It runs coolant through a sandwich plate between the filter and the block.

#2 - No, that is the aftermarket Nismo kit. It is similar to the stillen and z1 coolers, just more expensive and, as noted, does not have a thermostatic plate option.

#3 - No, I would recommend the Z1 or Stillen setup. Personally, I liked the flexibility of the Z1 kit as it allowed a thermostatic plate, and choice of cooler sizes (19,25, & 34 row).

Nissan will not warranty the Nismo kit, but (just as the others) it will not void the warranty unless they can prove IT caused a problem.

07-30-2012, 01:40 PM	#1 (permalink)
brenden Base Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Allen, TX Posts: 15 Drives: 12 370z Rep Power: 13	Nismo Racing Oil Cooler (questions) I have a 2012 base 370z that im slowly upgrading. Living in Texas the summers can get up to 110 easily. I've recently noticed that when driving slightly hard on the Z the oil temps start reaching 220-240, so im looking at ordering the Nismo Racing Oil Cooler Nismo Racing Oil Cooler Kit (34 row) -- 370z - 21300-SS370 - Nismo I've done some research both on this forum and just general web searches and I cant find a 100% clear answer. 2012 370Z All Models Include Oil Cooler 2012 Nissan 370Z: Standard Oil Cooler, Pricing Unchanged - autoevolution 2012 Z Factory Oil Cooler - PIC AND PART NUMBERS INSIDE Does the 2012 in fact have an oil cooler? If so is the stock part # 21300-ss370? Some sites say that's the factory part #21300-SS370 ( but other sites list that part # as the Nismo Racing Oil cooler). I intend to do some track runs with this car and from what I read the computer kills the power if it detects the oil temps are beginning to run high. The questions I have are: 1. Does the 2012 have a stock oil cooler? 2. Is the stock oil cooler part # 21300-SS370? 3. Would you recommend spending the 780.00 on the Nismo Racking Oil cooler. General feedback is appreciated!

07-30-2012, 02:15 PM	#2 (permalink)
2004YZFR1 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Las Vegas Nevada Posts: 308 Drives: 09 370Z yellow,auto Rep Power: 15	A lot of this info has been on here before but the 2012 does come with a small oil cooler. It runs the oil thru the radiator I think. 2. not sure of the part # 3.You can get the same size and brand of oil cooler with a thermo plate for less from a couple of other places for cheaper. Stillen has one, Z1 has a kit and some other companies. Most people will say that it is better to have the thermo plate so your oil will get up to the proper operating temp quicker. The Nismo racing one does not have it. You don't want your oil to run to hot but then again it has to get up to around 200 to protect your motor. Hope this helps you. __________________ K & N Filters \| HPS silicone air intakes\| Fast Intentions CBE with 18" resonators \|

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07-30-2012, 02:21 PM	#3 (permalink)
Davey A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Indiana Posts: 3,766 Drives: '15 NISMO 6MT Rep Power: 117171	220-240 is nothing to worry about. However if you are going to track the car you will need an oil cooler. I don't think the Nissan one works with the stock cooler in place, but Z1 Motorsports has a nice cooler package that you can get a thermostatic plate and a variety of sizes of cooler and it will work with the stock unit still installed. You may have warranty issues with the cooler, but you will have warranty issues if you're tracking the car and they find out.

07-30-2012, 06:43 PM	#4 (permalink)
DarkJak A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Madison, WI Posts: 1,397 Drives: 2009 370Z Rep Power: 16804	On #3, the only way it'd be worth the extra $200 over one from Stillen, Z1, etc, would be if it was covered under Nissan's warranty. I don't believe it is though. I've heard that it has slightly larger lines, but without a thermostatic plate, it's hard to justify the price.

07-30-2012, 06:57 PM	#5 (permalink)
djtodd Track Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Lexington, SC Posts: 932 Drives: 2012 Nismo TT Rep Power: 3398	#1 - The 2012 does come with a stock cooler. It runs coolant through a sandwich plate between the filter and the block. #2 - No, that is the aftermarket Nismo kit. It is similar to the stillen and z1 coolers, just more expensive and, as noted, does not have a thermostatic plate option. #3 - No, I would recommend the Z1 or Stillen setup. Personally, I liked the flexibility of the Z1 kit as it allowed a thermostatic plate, and choice of cooler sizes (19,25, & 34 row). Nissan will not warranty the Nismo kit, but (just as the others) it will not void the warranty unless they can prove IT caused a problem.