Desperate Help

jwomack1547 · 11-13-2014, 01:05 PM

I have a 2009 370z with 68k miles on it. It's just a tad bit past the 60k warranty for powertrain. I didn't know there was an oil consumption issue until it was too late and I had the start of a rod knock. Lesson hard learned trust me. I am just wondering what to do from here. Is there anyone I can talk to or does anyone know someone that will help with the issue to get it fixed? I had just found the TSB on it also while searching for an answer.

edk370 · 11-13-2014, 01:29 PM

Since you're out of warranty, Nissan will most likely do nothing about it. 8K over a 60K warranty isn't a tad bit; it's a world of difference.

Anyways, these VQ37 motors can be had all day long for under $3,000 on Ebay or other reputable Japanese engine dealers. Be different, go VK56

be like that drift 370. I would if I was in the same situation as you. Hell, contact Hinson and see if they offer an LS swap for 370s.

ROBERT1183 · 11-13-2014, 01:38 PM

You can try contacting nissan of north america. Depends on how many vehicles youve purchased and what your dealership loyalty is. I work for two different car lines. Nissan is not one of them though. But the two manufactures that i work for will sometimes provide assistance on a case by case basis. Its worth a shot. Eitherwise your prolly gonna be forking over the money for a new or used engine.

tommyguns · 11-13-2014, 01:39 PM

I would try calling and explain your situation, can't hurt. Be firm but courteous!

Nissan Consumer Affairs
P.O. Box 685003
Franklin, TN 37068-5003
•Nissan Consumer Affairs: 1-800-647-7261

jwomack1547 · 11-13-2014, 01:43 PM

I tried calling but they said no. However that was a quote on the engine swap. During the time I found a TSB on it suggesting a short block change. I didn't have the car that long to have routine maintenance but I found a dealership who sounds willing to help so I'll see how that goes.

As for the engine, the G37 engines are cheaper. Are these a direct fit and does the RWD or AWD version matter?

1slow370 · 11-13-2014, 01:47 PM

rwd or awd is just in the motor mounts, oil pan, and some of the coolant lines. You would need to swap those from your current engine. I have an AWD G engine in my car.

jwomack1547 · 11-13-2014, 01:51 PM

Nothing too big of a headache to swap them out? I guess I'll go that route since it's cheaper. I was also told to change the oil and the bearings from the oil pan and see if it goes away first. And also if I do swap motors to use my old flywheel and not the new one.

jwick · 11-13-2014, 02:09 PM

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Originally Posted by jwomack1547

I tried calling but they said no. However that was a quote on the engine swap. During the time I found a TSB on it suggesting a short block change. I didn't have the car that long to have routine maintenance but I found a dealership who sounds willing to help so I'll see how that goes.

As for the engine, the G37 engines are cheaper. Are these a direct fit and does the RWD or AWD version matter?

There is no difference between the G and Z motor as long as they are both RWD. They are a direct swap. Listen to 1slow370 on the differences if it's AWD.

And just a friendly tip since the oil consumption 'crept' up on you. ALWAYS check your oil every time you fill up the gas tank. A low oil level should never sneak up on you unless you have catastrophic failure and you dump it all on the street at one time. If that happens, you'll know!

jwomack1547 · 11-13-2014, 02:12 PM

Oh yeah definitely. I had a Volvo S40 before this and fill it up with oil it's good until the next oil change lol. So yeah lesson learned. I'm going to check every fill up. I just gotta find a good price or anyone to help with getting it back on the road.

11-13-2014, 01:05 PM	#1 (permalink)
jwomack1547 Base Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Georgia Posts: 60 Drives: 09 370z VB M6 Rep Power: 11	Desperate Help I have a 2009 370z with 68k miles on it. It's just a tad bit past the 60k warranty for powertrain. I didn't know there was an oil consumption issue until it was too late and I had the start of a rod knock. Lesson hard learned trust me. I am just wondering what to do from here. Is there anyone I can talk to or does anyone know someone that will help with the issue to get it fixed? I had just found the TSB on it also while searching for an answer.

11-13-2014, 01:38 PM	#3 (permalink)
ROBERT1183 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: ROCKAWAY NJ Posts: 458 Drives: 2011 NISSAN 370Z Rep Power: 12	You can try contacting nissan of north america. Depends on how many vehicles youve purchased and what your dealership loyalty is. I work for two different car lines. Nissan is not one of them though. But the two manufactures that i work for will sometimes provide assistance on a case by case basis. Its worth a shot. Eitherwise your prolly gonna be forking over the money for a new or used engine. __________________ Aam competition twin turbo 540whp @ 9psi

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tommyguns Track Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: New York Age: 65 Posts: 914 Drives: 370Z/Sport/Black/MT Rep Power: 17	I would try calling and explain your situation, can't hurt. Be firm but courteous! Nissan Consumer Affairs P.O. Box 685003 Franklin, TN 37068-5003 •Nissan Consumer Affairs: 1-800-647-7261 DEpointfive0 likes this. __________________ 09 Sport / MB / 6sd / Nismo"R" Intake / Eibach Pro Kit / Z1 25 row cooler / JWT LW FW / New Short Block 3/11/11 /H&R 15fr 20rr/DBA 4000/FI CB with 12"res./Morel/JL/"Division"mod/SPC/EcuTek/M370/ZEX C SHOT/ART's/NRG

11-13-2014, 01:47 PM	#6 (permalink)
1slow370 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: In the D Posts: 3,732 Drives: v8 74 260z ;) Rep Power: 7251	rwd or awd is just in the motor mounts, oil pan, and some of the coolant lines. You would need to swap those from your current engine. I have an AWD G engine in my car. jwick likes this. __________________ ANSWER PRICE LIST Answers - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - $0.75 Answers (requiring thought) - - - - $1.25 Answers (correct) - - - - - - - - - - $12.50

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11-13-2014, 01:29 PM	#2 (permalink)
edk370 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: So Cal Posts: 296 Drives: 09 370Z Rep Power: 13	Since you're out of warranty, Nissan will most likely do nothing about it. 8K over a 60K warranty isn't a tad bit; it's a world of difference. Anyways, these VQ37 motors can be had all day long for under $3,000 on Ebay or other reputable Japanese engine dealers. Be different, go VK56 be like that drift 370. I would if I was in the same situation as you. Hell, contact Hinson and see if they offer an LS swap for 370s.

11-13-2014, 01:43 PM	#5 (permalink)
jwomack1547 Base Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Georgia Posts: 60 Drives: 09 370z VB M6 Rep Power: 11	I tried calling but they said no. However that was a quote on the engine swap. During the time I found a TSB on it suggesting a short block change. I didn't have the car that long to have routine maintenance but I found a dealership who sounds willing to help so I'll see how that goes. As for the engine, the G37 engines are cheaper. Are these a direct fit and does the RWD or AWD version matter?

11-13-2014, 01:51 PM	#7 (permalink)
jwomack1547 Base Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Georgia Posts: 60 Drives: 09 370z VB M6 Rep Power: 11	Nothing too big of a headache to swap them out? I guess I'll go that route since it's cheaper. I was also told to change the oil and the bearings from the oil pan and see if it goes away first. And also if I do swap motors to use my old flywheel and not the new one.

11-13-2014, 02:12 PM	#9 (permalink)
jwomack1547 Base Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Georgia Posts: 60 Drives: 09 370z VB M6 Rep Power: 11	Oh yeah definitely. I had a Volvo S40 before this and fill it up with oil it's good until the next oil change lol. So yeah lesson learned. I'm going to check every fill up. I just gotta find a good price or anyone to help with getting it back on the road.