Will Nissan's addition of an oil cooler in 2012 make modded older Z's stock?

SeattleLion · 10-08-2011, 02:14 PM

As we know, a Z with an oil cooler is considered a "mod" car and can't race in the C stock class. The 2012 Z comes with an oil cooler as standard. Will this automatically allow cars with aftermarket oil coolers to run in the stock class?

Rone · 10-08-2011, 02:55 PM

I would think not. A stock car is something you get the way the factory put it together. The factory didn't put an oil cooler in your car, so you can't really call yourself stock.

christian370z · 10-08-2011, 04:10 PM

Unfortunately, anything that does not come from the factory at the time of the car's completion will always be considered modified. I find it funny though how people are so excited about this oil cooler and yet, for the amount Nissan increased the car's MSRP, you could have a bought a more than likely superior aftermarket cooler.

Having an oil cooler installed will not cause you warranty problems at the majority of dealers.

ImportConvert · 10-08-2011, 05:07 PM

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Originally Posted by christian370z

Unfortunately, anything that does not come from the factory at the time of the car's completion will always be considered modified. I find it funny though how people are so excited about this oil cooler and yet, for the amount Nissan increased the car's MSRP, you could have a bought a more than likely superior aftermarket cooler.

Having an oil cooler installed will not cause you warranty problems at the majority of dealers.

Problem is, most dealers don't stock replacement engines, and Nissan doesn't just hand them out sans explanation/investigation.

AutoX Z · 10-08-2011, 10:27 PM

The short answer is no.

KaienZ34 · 10-08-2011, 10:36 PM

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Originally Posted by ImportConvert

Problem is, most dealers don't stock replacement engines, and Nissan doesn't just hand them out sans explanation/investigation.

Hahaha again what the hell are you talking about now??

Lemers · 10-08-2011, 10:36 PM

The question is can you get Nissan to install the "OEM" cooler from the '12s on older Z and have them warranted?

KaienZ34 · 10-08-2011, 10:51 PM

Maybe but the factory one won't be enough for any sort of track duty.

Rui Z · 10-08-2011, 11:48 PM

^Are there specs out on the factoy oil cooler yet?

Red__Zed · 10-08-2011, 11:55 PM

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Originally Posted by KaienZ34

Maybe but the factory one won't be enough for any sort of track duty.

We don't know antything yet.

Op-unlikely they'll allow them in stock class, which is pretty lame.

Lemers · 10-08-2011, 11:57 PM

This is Nissan's attempt to calm down the overheating critics

Methodical4u · 10-09-2011, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Lemers

This is Nissan's attempt to calm down the overheating critics

They aren't doing a good job. I emailed Nissan and told them about my high temps at just crusing speed and was told to go to my local dealer... no "we will send a message to your local dealer" or "we will do whatever we can to keep your business" ... nothing. It's like Mitsu with their paint... they know they screwed up... they just don't want to fork out the money.

EazyD · 10-09-2011, 10:41 PM

I have an aftermarket catback exhaust and K&N drop-in air filters, and it is still considered C stock. Anything more like intakes, etc and it wouldn't be 'stock' anymore. You sure an oil cooler makes it not stock?

shadoquad · 10-09-2011, 10:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Lemers

This is Nissan's attempt to calm down the overheating critics

It might work for new business. If it does the job for 2012+ owners, kudos. The proof will be in the pudding. Everything right now is speculation at best.

Red__Zed · 10-09-2011, 11:24 PM

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Originally Posted by EazyD

I have an aftermarket catback exhaust and K&N drop-in air filters, and it is still considered C stock. Anything more like intakes, etc and it wouldn't be 'stock' anymore. You sure an oil cooler makes it not stock?

per the current SCCA rules, yes.

10-08-2011, 02:14 PM	#1 (permalink)
SeattleLion Base Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Seattle WA Posts: 226 Drives: '13 Mustang GT Prem. Rep Power: 234	Will Nissan's addition of an oil cooler in 2012 make modded older Z's stock? As we know, a Z with an oil cooler is considered a "mod" car and can't race in the C stock class. The 2012 Z comes with an oil cooler as standard. Will this automatically allow cars with aftermarket oil coolers to run in the stock class?

10-08-2011, 04:10 PM	#3 (permalink)
christian370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Newport Beach Posts: 3,900 Drives: 2010 370Z/Saab 900se Rep Power: 432	Unfortunately, anything that does not come from the factory at the time of the car's completion will always be considered modified. I find it funny though how people are so excited about this oil cooler and yet, for the amount Nissan increased the car's MSRP, you could have a bought a more than likely superior aftermarket cooler. Having an oil cooler installed will not cause you warranty problems at the majority of dealers. __________________ -320whp / 259wftlbs- SP Rays -- RE-11s -- SpecialtyZ Tune -- Swift Springs -- Stillen 25R Oil Cooler -- Stillen G3 Intakes -- Berk HFCs -- F.I. 12" CBE -- Stillen Sway Bars -- Es14 Spring -- INGS+1 lip -- CF Spoiler -- GTR Start Button -- VLED Parking Lights -- PWJDM V2 shift knob

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AutoX Z Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Houston, Tx Posts: 314 Drives: 370Z Base, Sport Rep Power: 16	The short answer is no. __________________ 2013 SCCA Solo National Champion VVV For Sale VVV

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Lemers A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Izmir, Turkey Posts: 15,371 Drives: 2012 Traverse LTZ Rep Power: 52	The question is can you get Nissan to install the "OEM" cooler from the '12s on older Z and have them warranted? __________________ 2010 Black Cherry Touring/Sport/Nav Now - 2012 Travese LTZ until I leave for Turkey

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KaienZ34 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: LA. not L.a. Posts: 21,652 Drives: Z34 Tour/Sport Rep Power: 178	Maybe but the factory one won't be enough for any sort of track duty. __________________ *"These Violent Delights Have Violent Ends"* http://www.the370z.com/members/kaienz34-albums-z34.html

10-08-2011, 02:55 PM	#2 (permalink)
Rone Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 326 Drives: PW Sport/Touring 6MT Rep Power: 14	I would think not. A stock car is something you get the way the factory put it together. The factory didn't put an oil cooler in your car, so you can't really call yourself stock.

10-08-2011, 11:48 PM	#9 (permalink)
Rui Z Track Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: (.)(.) Posts: 931 Drives: 8====D Rep Power: 16	^Are there specs out on the factoy oil cooler yet? __________________

10-08-2011, 11:57 PM	#11 (permalink)
Lemers A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Izmir, Turkey Posts: 15,371 Drives: 2012 Traverse LTZ Rep Power: 52	This is Nissan's attempt to calm down the overheating critics __________________ 2010 Black Cherry Touring/Sport/Nav Now - 2012 Travese LTZ until I leave for Turkey

10-09-2011, 10:41 PM	#13 (permalink)
EazyD A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Massachusetts, USA Posts: 1,211 Drives: 2010 6MT Sport pkg. Rep Power: 26	I have an aftermarket catback exhaust and K&N drop-in air filters, and it is still considered C stock. Anything more like intakes, etc and it wouldn't be 'stock' anymore. You sure an oil cooler makes it not stock? __________________ Pearl White 2010 370Z Sport, Stillen CBE, tint, K&N drop-in filters, GT-R start button, Kenwood DNX-6980 with backup cam, LED bulbs, Raceseng shift knob.

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