What did you do with your Z today

Drex · 05-17-2011, 02:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Synack

Just bought HPS post MAF tubes and K&N air filters. Also got a Samsung Galaxy Tab to put where the nav WOULD normally go on a touring model, but I have a NISMO.

Question: How much oil needs to go on this filter? I've only ever used dry-flows.
And how often should I clean it?
CorSport: Nissan - 2009+ Nissan 370Z - 33-2399

sounds interesting. details?

kenchan · 05-17-2011, 12:27 PM

yah, very little oil needed on the intake filter. if you can see oil on your finger tips when your rub against the filter, you put too much. it should appear kinda oily but not wet.

im gonna stop by sears to pickup some UV coating for my Ings tonight.... while getting my free replacement for the failed strap wrench...

since it's kinda cold out still, im going to go with water based clear this time instead of my usual laquor (sp?)

onzedge · 05-17-2011, 12:37 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

yah, very little oil needed on the intake filter. if you can see oil on your finger tips when your rub against the filter, you put too much. it should appear kinda oily but not wet.

True -- a VERY light coating is all that you need. It is a good idea to let your filters sit in the sun for a couple of hours after you oil them and before you re-nstall them as well. I also always clean my MAFs regularly when running oiled filters.

Last, K&N recharge kits come with two different oil containers -- use the one that has the aerosol can as it is easier to meter the oil.

Nitex · 05-17-2011, 02:28 PM

Put my sub box back in... Had to get every bit of weight out for the 1/4 mile runs last Friday

I was tempted to bump my way down the track though

kenchan · 05-17-2011, 04:29 PM

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Originally Posted by onzedge

I also always clean my MAFs regularly when running oiled filters.

any special technique to cleaning the MAF's?

onzedge · 05-17-2011, 04:54 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

any special technique to cleaning the MAF's?

I use this stuff:

CRC Industries Automotive Product Detail

Remove the MAF (2 screws), spray and wipe clean with a microfiber or shop towel and then replace the MAF. It's as easy as pie and takes a whole 10 minutes for both sides.

kenchan · 05-17-2011, 08:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by onzedge

I use this stuff:

CRC Industries Automotive Product Detail

Remove the MAF (2 screws), spray and wipe clean with a microfiber or shop towel and then replace the MAF. It's as easy as pie and takes a whole 10 minutes for both sides.

Thanks for the info.

gotta luv crc.

Will be working on my Z tonight putting back the stock intake box. Might have some time for the lip not sure. Too tired today running errands after work.

USMCASA · 05-17-2011, 02:31 PM

while not today, i'm gonna do burnouts/doughnuts all day saturday until jesus comes back May 21, 2011 - Noah Knew, WeCanKnow! Christ's Return on Judgment Day: May 21, 2011

Red__Zed · 05-17-2011, 02:34 PM

Dropped my car off for an oil change at the dealer. This is what I saw when I got back in.

How likely is it they actually changed the oil?

Isamu · 05-17-2011, 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Red__Zed

Dropped my car off for an oil change at the dealer. This is what I saw when I got back in.

How likely is it they actually changed the oil?

did you say something to them?

Red__Zed · 05-17-2011, 03:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Isamu

did you say something to them?

Yeah, getting it taken care of.

FuszNissan · 05-17-2011, 02:41 PM

I don't get it?

Red__Zed · 05-17-2011, 02:43 PM

Look at oil temp upon starting car.

USMCASA · 05-17-2011, 02:54 PM

maybe its been running a while?

Red__Zed · 05-17-2011, 02:55 PM

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Originally Posted by USMCASA

maybe its been running a while?

Still in the bay. Just got off the lift. First startup.

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kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141521	yah, very little oil needed on the intake filter. if you can see oil on your finger tips when your rub against the filter, you put too much. it should appear kinda oily but not wet. im gonna stop by sears to pickup some UV coating for my Ings tonight.... while getting my free replacement for the failed strap wrench... since it's kinda cold out still, im going to go with water based clear this time instead of my usual laquor (sp?)

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USMCASA A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: NC Posts: 1,152 Drives: 09 370z CY M6 Rep Power: 18	while not today, i'm gonna do burnouts/doughnuts all day saturday until jesus comes back May 21, 2011 - Noah Knew, WeCanKnow! Christ's Return on Judgment Day: May 21, 2011

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USMCASA A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: NC Posts: 1,152 Drives: 09 370z CY M6 Rep Power: 18	maybe its been running a while?