Oil temp issues

2011_6Spd · 06-28-2014, 11:22 PM

Also think about switching to synthetic oil if your not already running it.

11Thumper · 06-29-2014, 05:07 PM

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Originally Posted by DavidZ370

I highly doubt it but remember too cool is not good either, if you are looking at 180-220 on regular days the 25 row should lower you anywhere between 15-18 so your numbers should look something like 165-205 which is just fine. Hard runs you probably will not see anything over 230 degrees.

I think 165-205 is a little on the cool side personally.

tnav · 06-29-2014, 05:52 PM

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Originally Posted by mab864

Nissan engineers thought the VQ37 engine ran hot too and in 2012 added a cooling system to the oil and added a larger pressurized coolant tank like the GTRs have. My '13 has both of those mods and my temps run about 180 in DD and as high as 220 when I push it in the twisties. Of course I live in the PNW where 80 is the normal summer temp. OP, why not add a 25 row oil cooler and run with it that way in the summer. Then fab up a sheet metal block off plate and put it over the cooler in the winter? Blocking off the cooler in winter would prevent overcooling.

PS: If you don't get a winter beater to drive, at least get a good set of winter tires. Trust me, you won't like the summer tires on frozen roads. But you probably already know that being from Chicago.

I have a 2012 and the oil gets hot, do you have link to the info on the difference between 12+ and older cars, I am actually looking at getting the biggest oil cooler I can find, oil gets hot as soon as I push it, thanks! t

11Thumper · 06-30-2014, 04:22 AM

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Originally Posted by tnav

I have a 2012 and the oil gets hot, do you have link to the info on the difference between 12+ and older cars, I am actually looking at getting the biggest oil cooler I can find, oil gets hot as soon as I push it, thanks! t

If over 250 consistently then maybe but is that the case?

njobe89 · 06-30-2014, 07:51 AM

i think people flip out more than they should... on other cars you don't have a oil gauge and don't even know what the temperature is. with our 370z's you see it and you think something is wrong. you stated yourself you only have about 4 months of warm weather and it getting to 230 sometimes is fine. no point in spending money on a oil cooler, but if it will make you sleep better at night by all means get one.

osbornsm · 06-30-2014, 08:56 AM

Hey neighbor... i'm in Elgin!

I drive my Z all winter long on Blizzaks. I have a Z1 25 row cooler kit and it's fine "if" you block it off. I used header wrap.

Problem solved *dusts off hands*

Limeybastard · 06-30-2014, 10:52 AM

Ive never seen mine hit 220, it gets to a notch just below 220F max thus far. What are the notches, 5 or 10F each?

Jordo! · 06-30-2014, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Limeybastard

Ive never seen mine hit 220, it gets to a notch just below 220F max thus far. What are the notches, 5 or 10F each?

unless hey changed it on the newer ones, each tick is 5* F

ShutokuZ · 06-30-2014, 03:39 PM

My 13 gets to 220 every day, wether city or freeway here in Los Angeles.

kenchan · 06-30-2014, 04:09 PM

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Originally Posted by VCuomo

AFAIK, there's nothing wrong with 220-250 and occasional 260 temps. So, oil cooler is not needed - but if it makes you feel better, then get one.

is it expected that the engine oil runs hotter in congestion? i mean the iat is high already due to poor air circulation.

ive not seen my oil go past 235 range... and mine is a 09 (no oil cooler)

gbrettin · 06-30-2014, 06:59 PM

Get a thermostatic oil cooler. My temp stays pinned at 180 - 190 (mostly 180) degrees with my Fast Intentions 34 row.

Nismo358 · 06-30-2014, 07:02 PM

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Originally Posted by gbrettin

Get a thermostatic oil cooler. My temp stays pinned at 180 - 190 (mostly 180) degrees with my Fast Intentions 34 row.

Would that work during winter?

Limeybastard · 06-30-2014, 08:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Limeybastard

Ive never seen mine hit 220, it gets to a notch just below 220F max thus far. What are the notches, 5 or 10F each?

I lied, today I hit 220 wasnt even driving hard which I never do btw.

Nismo358 · 06-30-2014, 09:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Limeybastard

I lied, today I hit 220 wasnt even driving hard which I never do btw.

I reach 220 within 15min driving on the highway. It easily reaches that temp. And when I start pushing it past 3500 rpms it gets to 230-240.

Nismo358 · 06-30-2014, 09:21 PM

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Originally Posted by osbornsm

Hey neighbor... i'm in Elgin!

I drive my Z all winter long on Blizzaks. I have a Z1 25 row cooler kit and it's fine "if" you block it off. I used header wrap.

Problem solved *dusts off hands*

I'm planning on driving this throughout the year myself. I would have to purchase a kit and get it installed. I've never done such work myself.

06-28-2014, 11:22 PM	#16 (permalink)
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njobe89 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2014 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 5,227 Drives: 2013 370z BS 6MT Rep Power: 174284	i think people flip out more than they should... on other cars you don't have a oil gauge and don't even know what the temperature is. with our 370z's you see it and you think something is wrong. you stated yourself you only have about 4 months of warm weather and it getting to 230 sometimes is fine. no point in spending money on a oil cooler, but if it will make you sleep better at night by all means get one. Zoren 370 likes this. __________________ 2 plus 2 times 2 = ? ... hint, it's not 8 Stillen CBE, Stillen Gen 3, TP's, Uprev tuned - 324whp/264tq

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osbornsm A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: WHAT Posts: 2,551 Drives: 2018 Camaro SS 1LE Rep Power: 424	Hey neighbor... i'm in Elgin! I drive my Z all winter long on Blizzaks. I have a Z1 25 row cooler kit and it's fine "if" you block it off. I used header wrap. Problem solved dusts off hands __________________ 2018 Camaro SS 1LE (455hp) - 2011 Nissan 370z (333hp) - 2004 VW R32 (240hp) - 2000 Civic Si (160hp)

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gbrettin A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Portage, MI Posts: 2,287 Drives: Tricycle Rep Power: 589151	Get a thermostatic oil cooler. My temp stays pinned at 180 - 190 (mostly 180) degrees with my Fast Intentions 34 row.