Is it normal

edeeZee · 07-06-2009, 10:55 PM

to see that your oil dipstick's reading gets lower? I have right under 2,300 miles on my car, had it for a little over 2 months; when I first got it, it read 3/4 full for oil on the dipstick, when I checked today, it read 1/2.

I always check my oil when the car is cold, on level ground, or if it hasn't been driven for several hours at least.

Does the VQ37 burn oil, consume oil or what? Does this thing think it's a Wankel?

AK370Z · 07-06-2009, 11:25 PM

During break in period, it's normal to burn oil. Just fill it and see if it still burns.

edeeZee · 07-06-2009, 11:35 PM

Everyone is crying about the oil temp, but my 370 better not be a lemon. I'll be mad if Nissan let this car out "under-engineered!"

AK370Z · 07-06-2009, 11:55 PM

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Originally Posted by edeeZee

Everyone is crying about the oil temp, but my 370 better not be a lemon. I'll be mad if Nissan let this car out "under-engineered!"

Who's crying about oil temp? Simple concept: street driving = no modification needed, track driving = get an oil cooler. If you think 370Z is an "under-engineered" car then ..... well.... I rest my case.

Moving Engine/drivetrain.

ZKindaGuy · 07-11-2009, 08:22 AM

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Originally Posted by AK370Z

Who's crying about oil temp? Simple concept: street driving = no modification needed, track driving = get an oil cooler. If you think 370Z is an "under-engineered" car then ..... well.... I rest my case.

Moving Engine/drivetrain.

You are absolutely 100% correct with what you are saying.

Many folks in this day and age don't make the make mental separation between the act of average daily driving v. racing NOR do they understand the implications of when something is "NEW" and what that really means. The act of owning anything that is new and fresh of the production press is seen as something very monolithic and a foreign concept to these kinds of folks.

Then we have to read and listen to their senseless complaining all the time while they antagonize the dealers with frivolous BS which causes the dealers to have to jack the prices of things up to cover the cost of placating these morons as the dealer attempts to mitigate their bitching, moaning and groaning and generating of a bunch of stupid falsehood myths about the car.

To these simpletons I would love to say

antennahead · 07-11-2009, 09:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZKindaGuy

You are absolutely 100% correct with what you are saying.

Many folks in this day and age don't make the make mental separation between the act of average daily driving v. racing NOR do they understand the implications of when something is "NEW" and what that really means. The act of owning anything that is new and fresh of the production press is seen as something very monolithic and a foreign concept to these kinds of folks.

Then we have to read and listen to their senseless complaining all the time while they antagonize the dealers with frivolous BS which causes the dealers to have to jack the prices of things up to cover the cost of placating these morons as the dealer attempts to mitigate their bitching, moaning and groaning and generating of a bunch of stupid falsehood myths about the car.

To these simpletons I would love to say

Excuse me, but there are many here who have documented 260 to 280 degree temps in spirited street driving, most live in hot climates. We are not whining nor are frivolously complaining........ and we are definitely not "simpletons"! With all due respect, we are concerned with the longterm reliability of our engines. Don't be telling us to gtfo. You need a lesson in civility and manners my friend.

John

ZKindaGuy · 07-11-2009, 01:17 PM

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Originally Posted by antennahead

Excuse me, but there are many here who have documented 260 to 280 degree temps in spirited street driving, most live in hot climates. We are not whining nor are frivolously complaining........ and we are definitely not "simpletons"! With all due respect, we are concerned with the longterm reliability of our engines. Don't be telling us to gtfo. You need a lesson in civility and manners my friend.

John

And you whiners

need a lesson in that everything in life is not going to be perfect...so why don't you folks just get over it once and for all, accept it, grow a pair and finally just suck it up for once in your valley-girl pampered lives!

Phimosis · 07-07-2009, 02:31 AM

270 degree oil temps in traffic is normal?

Chan Chee Hoe · 07-07-2009, 06:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Phimosis

270 degree oil temps in traffic is normal?

NO.!

fuct · 07-07-2009, 08:32 AM

i always thought you were to check the oil when the car was warm...... am i wrong?

m4a1mustang · 07-07-2009, 09:04 AM

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Originally Posted by fuct

i always thought you were to check the oil when the car was warm...... am i wrong?

The oil needs to settle in order to get an accurate measure of how much is actually in the engine.

nogoodname · 07-07-2009, 08:52 AM

^^

Warm oil check is the tranny fluid, no???

nogoodname · 07-07-2009, 09:17 AM

That's why the 1st time you pop the dipstick out is to clean it and put it back and then check the level.

Modshack · 07-07-2009, 10:29 AM

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Originally Posted by edeeZee

to see that your oil dipstick's reading gets lower? I have right under 2,300 miles on my car, had it for a little over 2 months; when I first got it, it read 3/4 full for oil on the dipstick, when I checked today, it read 1/2.

I always check my oil when the car is cold, on level ground, or if it hasn't been driven for several hours at least.

Does the VQ37 burn oil, consume oil or what? Does this thing think it's a Wankel?

Is this your first car? Engines burn oil. Some more than others. You're burning it at a rate of a quart every 9000 miles. Hardly an issue. When it gets to a quart every 1000 miles go see your dealer (but most manufacturers consider a Qt per 1K completely acceptable)

edeeZee · 07-09-2009, 07:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Modshack

Is this your first car? Engines burn oil. Some more than others. You're burning it at a rate of a quart every 9000 miles. Hardly an issue. When it gets to a quart every 1000 miles go see your dealer (but most manufacturers consider a Qt per 1K completely acceptable)

No, I've owned close to 10 different cars (mostly used ones) prior to this 370. My 2005 Accord (I had since new)which has under 30,000 miles never burns oil because I do my own oil changes, and of course check the dipstick about once a month.

I thought if a NEW car, regardless if it's a sports car, truck or passenger car "burns" or consumes oil, then it means the engine isn't properly sealing i.e. the piston rings, gaskets, and the likes?

The only motor I know that consumes oil normally is a rotary and one with a lot of mileage.

I thought that maybe Nissan rushed this VQ37 (it is relatively new) just to introduce the 370...In other words, I thought Nissan botched or winged this motor for the sake of having a hot new model.

07-06-2009, 10:55 PM	#1 (permalink)
edeeZee Track Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: s. cali, los angeles Posts: 627 Drives: 09 370z plat 6 speed Rep Power: 266	Is it normal to see that your oil dipstick's reading gets lower? I have right under 2,300 miles on my car, had it for a little over 2 months; when I first got it, it read 3/4 full for oil on the dipstick, when I checked today, it read 1/2. I always check my oil when the car is cold, on level ground, or if it hasn't been driven for several hours at least. Does the VQ37 burn oil, consume oil or what? Does this thing think it's a Wankel?

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edeeZee Track Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: s. cali, los angeles Posts: 627 Drives: 09 370z plat 6 speed Rep Power: 266	Everyone is crying about the oil temp, but my 370 better not be a lemon. I'll be mad if Nissan let this car out "under-engineered!"

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07-07-2009, 09:17 AM	#13 (permalink)
nogoodname Lifetime Premium Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Montreal Posts: 22,357 Drives: E46 M3 Rep Power: 1765	That's why the 1st time you pop the dipstick out is to clean it and put it back and then check the level.