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| The 10Ws are good down to freezing, per the owner's manual [http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm219/ddgonzal/Datsun%201200/owners_manual/1972/24.jpg chart], while 5Ws and 10Ws are good for colder climates. | The 10Ws are good down to freezing, per the owner's manual [http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm219/ddgonzal/Datsun%201200/owners_manual/1972/24.jpg chart], while 5Ws and 10Ws are good for colder climates. | ||
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| + | Recommended | ||
| + | * 5W-40 | ||
| + | * 20W-50 | ||
| + | * 10W-40 | ||
| + | * 10W-30 | ||
| + | * 5W-30 | ||
| Nissan also specified some single weights, but those have a limited temperature range. | Nissan also specified some single weights, but those have a limited temperature range. | ||
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Datsun 1200 can use many engine oils including these modern blends:
* 10W-30 * 10W-40 * 20W-50
Factory Datsun 1200 Specifications
Reference: 1972 USA Owners manual original Specification:
* Multigrade: SD MIL-L-2104B or * Monograde: SD MIL-L-2104B
1972 USA Owners manual (see pages 22-24 for oil information):
The recommended viscosity grade of lubricants...varies with temperature changes. The lubricants provided at the factory are intended for use at temperatures between 32 and 90 F (0 and 32 C).
Nissan A-Series
The 10Ws are good down to freezing, per the owner's manual chart, while 5Ws and 10Ws are good for colder climates.
Recommended * 5W-40 * 20W-50 * 10W-40 * 10W-30 * 5W-30
Nissan also specified some single weights, but those have a limited temperature range.
