Not another oil/filter thread...

nhbpcivicsi · 12-22-2013, 10:24 PM

Well hello there everyone

first off i wanna say that i do realize that this topic has been discussed multiple times but i would like to get an updated discussion around this topic. First of all, i've had the Z nismo for about a month now and its time for an oil change, which brand oil/filter do you guys recommend? i figured i would buy my own oil and filter but what im concerned about is if i do so, and if somehow it ends up causing a problem to the car, will the dealership void the warranty and claim that they are not supposed to fix anything related since i used a different oil/filter?
Again im sorry because this is a repeated topic

any input would be appreciated

equalme · 12-22-2013, 10:41 PM

Purolator PL14610
Mobil 1 0w40

nhbpcivicsi · 12-22-2013, 11:11 PM

i do not have a driver's manual, but does it recommend 0w40 (regardless of weather conditions)?

onzedge · 12-22-2013, 11:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nhbpcivicsi

i do not have a driver's manual, but does it recommend 0w40 (regardless of weather conditions)?

No. Do not use 0-40.

Use 5-30 as the manual specifies.

I use Redline 5-30 and K%N filter.

frost · 12-22-2013, 11:16 PM

"like to get an updated discussion"

How much do you believe oil has changed since the last time this was discussed?

nhbpcivicsi · 12-22-2013, 11:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by onzedge

No. Do not use 0-40.

Use 5-30 as the manual specifies.

I use Redline 5-30 and K%N filter.

This is the exact combination that i had in mind, my only concern was the K&N filter.. i just hope that the dealership wont count that as an aftermarket "mod" because Redline is somewhat like Ester

Quote:

Originally Posted by frost

"like to get an updated discussion"

How much do you believe oil has changed since the last time this was discussed?

Lol sorry what i meant was that this topic was lastly discussed about 2-3 years ago and maybe some people have developed a better understanding of what works best for this engine

XwChriswX · 12-22-2013, 11:24 PM

Redline 5w30

Purolator PureONE 14612 (Shorter filter since I have an Oil Cooler w/ Thermostatic sandwich plate)

megalapagas · 12-22-2013, 11:27 PM

Man I went through that same boat I just decided to go for 5/30 Mobil 1 and I've always used the Mobil 1 filter and I'm 71k on my z. I did run 10/30 royal purple but I was Naive and changed oil immediately. I was going to try 0/40 but why bother with that I mean our cars are designed for 5/30 oil.

H2O_Doc · 12-22-2013, 11:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by frost

"like to get an updated discussion"

How much do you believe oil has changed since the last time this was discussed?

Completely different dinosaurs.

nhbpcivicsi · 12-22-2013, 11:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by XwChriswX

Redline 5w30

Purolator PureONE 14612 (Shorter filter since I have an Oil Cooler w/ Thermostatic sandwich plate)

I think im somewhat convinced to use Redline 5w30, but in my situation would i just use the 14610 instead? and also would a nismo require anything different?

Quote:

Originally Posted by megalapagas

Man I went through that same boat I just decided to go for 5/30 Mobil 1 and I've always used the Mobil 1 filter and I'm 71k on my z. I did run 10/30 royal purple but I was Naive and changed oil immediately. I was going to try 0/40 but why bother with that I mean our cars are designed for 5/30 oil.

same here man i've always used Mobil 1 on all my previous cars and never had an issue, i just feel like Redline would probably be the better option here, only because its more expensive lol

XwChriswX · 12-22-2013, 11:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by frost

"like to get an updated discussion"

How much do you believe oil has changed since the last time this was discussed?

Before they were using Saudi Arabian Dinosaurs, now we're able to use Mexican Dinosaurs.

XwChriswX · 12-22-2013, 11:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nhbpcivicsi

I think im somewhat convinced to use Redline 5w30, but in my situation would i just use the 14610 instead? and also would a nismo require anything different?

Both filters the 14610 and the 14612 will work fine. The 14612 I use because it is shorter and is easier to get into the cramped space with the thermostatic plate. If you do not have one, the 14610 will work fine for a base or a Nismo.

IDZRVIT · 12-23-2013, 08:49 AM

DON'T OVER THINK OIL AND FILTERS!!!

Nissan engineers designed your Z - not the internet forums. The OM says 5W-30, dino or synthetic. Your call. Any SAE approved oil will work just fine. Just change it at regular intervals. Same goes for the oil filter. Now go get an oil change and drive your Z and quit worrying about oil types.

H2O_Doc · 12-23-2013, 09:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by XwChriswX

Before they were using Saudi Arabian Dinosaurs, now we're able to use Mexican Dinosaurs.

That would account for the accent.

Female T-Rexs in burqas always creep me out. A T-Rex in a sombrero, now that's a relaxed lizard.

Chuck33079 · 12-23-2013, 09:30 AM

When the question is about oil, the answer is to go do some reading over at Bob Is The Oil Guy.

http://www.bobistheoilguy.com/forums...otor_Oil_(PCMO)

12-22-2013, 10:24 PM	#1 (permalink)
nhbpcivicsi Base Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: earth Posts: 136 Drives: dat dere Nismo Rep Power: 12	Not another oil/filter thread... Well hello there everyone first off i wanna say that i do realize that this topic has been discussed multiple times but i would like to get an updated discussion around this topic. First of all, i've had the Z nismo for about a month now and its time for an oil change, which brand oil/filter do you guys recommend? i figured i would buy my own oil and filter but what im concerned about is if i do so, and if somehow it ends up causing a problem to the car, will the dealership void the warranty and claim that they are not supposed to fix anything related since i used a different oil/filter? Again im sorry because this is a repeated topic any input would be appreciated

12-22-2013, 11:24 PM	#7 (permalink)
XwChriswX WFLYIDNNE Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: In The Fastlane Posts: 50,648 Drives: 02 GDB WRX Rep Power: 452	Redline 5w30 Purolator PureONE 14612 (Shorter filter since I have an Oil Cooler w/ Thermostatic sandwich plate) djtodd likes this. __________________ Bonnie - Stage 2, Audio build coming this fall! R.I.P. Abby 3/29/10 - 3/30/14

12-22-2013, 11:27 PM	#8 (permalink)
megalapagas Enthusiast Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: McAllen,TX Posts: 457 Drives: '10 370Z Tour A/T Rep Power: 12	Man I went through that same boat I just decided to go for 5/30 Mobil 1 and I've always used the Mobil 1 filter and I'm 71k on my z. I did run 10/30 royal purple but I was Naive and changed oil immediately. I was going to try 0/40 but why bother with that I mean our cars are designed for 5/30 oil. __________________ GTM 34 Row Oil Cooler \| K&N Drop Ins w/ Z1's Post MAF Tubes \| F.I Non-Res'd 2.5" T.P w/ CF CBE \| Axis Wheels \| Piecing together My Own Custom T4 Top Mount Single Turbo Kit Still in the works \|

12-23-2013, 08:49 AM	#13 (permalink)
IDZRVIT A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: Halifax Posts: 1,659 Drives: '13 CTS-V, '76 Vette Rep Power: 27	DON'T OVER THINK OIL AND FILTERS!!! Nissan engineers designed your Z - not the internet forums. The OM says 5W-30, dino or synthetic. Your call. Any SAE approved oil will work just fine. Just change it at regular intervals. Same goes for the oil filter. Now go get an oil change and drive your Z and quit worrying about oil types. Chuck33079, megalapagas, 1adam12 and 1 others like this. __________________ "America.... still builds rockets!" Vette: 355 cid, 400 rwhp '13 CTS-V Coupe: 6.2L LSA, 556HP

12-23-2013, 09:30 AM	#15 (permalink)
Chuck33079 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Houston Posts: 12,265 Drives: 2011 370ztt Rep Power: 29539	When the question is about oil, the answer is to go do some reading over at Bob Is The Oil Guy. http://www.bobistheoilguy.com/forums...otor_Oil_(PCMO) __________________ 2011 MB Touring-Sport-6sp-Nav/GTM TT/FI TT TDX/JTran/Kosmic/Eibach/Hotchkis/SPC/CSF/RPS/SoThatsWhereAllMyMoneyWent

12-22-2013, 10:41 PM	#2 (permalink)
equalme Track Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Kansas City Posts: 656 Drives: RCF Rep Power: 13	Purolator PL14610 Mobil 1 0w40

12-22-2013, 11:11 PM	#3 (permalink)
nhbpcivicsi Base Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: earth Posts: 136 Drives: dat dere Nismo Rep Power: 12	i do not have a driver's manual, but does it recommend 0w40 (regardless of weather conditions)?

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