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- | The Datsun 1200's A12 engine uses a standard type oil pump. The oil should be changed every 3,000 to 5,000 miles. | + | The Datsun 1200's A12 engine uses a standard gerotor type oil pump. It is self-priming. The oil should be changed every 3,000 to 5,000 miles. |
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- | Also see: | + | |
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- | Oil pressure indicator lamp: [[Wiring]] | + | |
+ | = Overview = | ||
+ | {{Photo|m-90a.jpg|Datsun%201200/Parts2}} {{PB2|j451|datsun12001||DSC01672.jpg}} | ||
= Oil Temperature = | = Oil Temperature = | ||
- | Also See: [[Oil Pump Coolers]] | ||
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The oil temperature is controlled by the engine coolant temperature. As long as the engine coolant ("water") does not overheat, neither will the oil. Only a very few high performance cars have a separate oil cooler. So this means: | The oil temperature is controlled by the engine coolant temperature. As long as the engine coolant ("water") does not overheat, neither will the oil. Only a very few high performance cars have a separate oil cooler. So this means: | ||
keep your coolant temp low, and your oil temp will be happy. | keep your coolant temp low, and your oil temp will be happy. | ||
Count on the oil temp to be about 20 F degrees hotter. So here is a good street performance equation: | Count on the oil temp to be about 20 F degrees hotter. So here is a good street performance equation: | ||
- | * [[Thermostat]]: 180 F degrees | + | * [[Thermostat]]: 180 F degrees |
- | * Oil temp will run about 200 F degrees | + | * Oil temperature: will run about 200 F degrees |
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At this temperature, the good quality regular oil (inexpensive) will perform as good as the expensive synthetics in a street car. It is high temps that ruin regular oil whereas the synthetic oil can take high temps OK. | At this temperature, the good quality regular oil (inexpensive) will perform as good as the expensive synthetics in a street car. It is high temps that ruin regular oil whereas the synthetic oil can take high temps OK. | ||
- | Now if you are racing or towing there is more to talk about. | + | Now if you are racing or towing there is more to talk about. See: [[Oil Pump Coolers]]. |
- | = Engine oil capacity = | + | = Engine Oil Capacity = |
- | * Oil pan: 2-7/8 U.S. qts., 2-3/8 Imper. qts. (2.7 L) | + | See [[Oil_pan#Oil_Capacity|Oil Capacity]] |
- | * Oil filter: 1-1/8 U.S. pints, 1 Imper. pint. (0.54 L) | + | |
= Oil Pressure = | = Oil Pressure = | ||
From the 1973 [[FSM|factory service manual]]: | From the 1973 [[FSM|factory service manual]]: | ||
- | * Oil pressure at idle (650 RPM ): 13-17 psi | ||
- | * Regulator valve spring | ||
- | ** Free Length: 43.49 mm (1.71 inch) | ||
- | ** Pressured Length: 30.3 mm (1.19 inch) | ||
- | * Regulator opening pressure: 54-60 psi | ||
- | * [http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=19998 http://datsun1200.com/uploads/thumbs/19998.jpg] | + | * Oil pressure at idle (650 RPM ): 13-17 psi |
+ | * Regulator valve spring | ||
+ | Free Length: 43.49 mm (1.71 inch) | ||
+ | Pressured Length: 30.3 mm (1.19 inch) | ||
+ | * Regulator opening pressure: 54-60 psi | ||
= Oil Usage = | = Oil Usage = | ||
+ | It is normal to add some oil between the oil changes. Usually a quart every 1,500 miles is OK. A quart every 500 miles indicates either a serious leak, or "oil burning" (bad rings) in the engine. | ||
- | It is normal to add some oil between the oil changes. Usually a quart every 1,500 miles is OK. A quart every 500 miles indicates either a serious leak, or "oil burning" (bad rings) in the egine. | + | = Oil Pressure Sender = |
+ | {{Main|Oil Pressure Sender}} | ||
- | = Oil Specifications = | + | {{Album!|27746}} |
- | Reference: 1972 USA [[Owners manual]] original Specification: | + | |
- | * Multigrade: SD MIL-L-2104B | + | |
- | or | + | |
- | * Monograde: SD MIL-L-2104B | + | |
+ | = Oil Guages = | ||
+ | Oil Temperature or Oil Pressure gauge can be added. | ||
- | <blockquote><table border=1 cellspacing=0><tr><td> | + | See Main Article: [[Oil_Pressure_Sender#Mechanical_Oil_Pressure_Gauge|Oil Gauge]] |
- | 1972 USA Owners manual (see pages 22-24 for oil information): | + | |
- | <br>[http://ddgonzal.members.winisp.net/wiki/om1972/ http://ddgonzal.members.winisp.net/wiki/om1972/thumbs/00_cover.jpg] http://ddgonzal.members.winisp.net/wiki/om1972/thumbs/22.jpg http://ddgonzal.members.winisp.net/wiki/om1972/thumbs/23.jpg | + | |
- | </td></tr><tr><td>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</td></tr></table><hr></blockquote> | + | |
- | = Interchangeability = | + | = Oil Specifications = |
- | All A-series oil pumps are interchangeable except early A10 models. New pumps work with early A10 connection rods. | + | See [[Engine Oil Specifications]] |
+ | = Oil Usage = | ||
+ | See [[Engine Oil Specifications]] | ||
+ | |||
+ | = Interchangeability = | ||
+ | All A-series oil pumps are interchangeable in any A12/A12A/A13/A14/A15 engine, except the early [[A10 Engine]] oil pump. New pumps will clear the early A10 [[Connecting Rods]]. | ||
* connecting rod cap strengthened with 1mm longer bolt boss starting with A10-728641 | * connecting rod cap strengthened with 1mm longer bolt boss starting with A10-728641 | ||
* Therfore, Oil pump driveshaft decreased 1.5 mm to clear the new cap design | * Therfore, Oil pump driveshaft decreased 1.5 mm to clear the new cap design | ||
+ | = Part Numbers = | ||
+ | For a comprehensive lists of Oil Pump parts for the 1200, see [[Oil Pump Part Numbers]]. | ||
+ | <br>{{Photo|010-01.jpg|Datsun%201200/USA}} | ||
+ | Nissan | ||
+ | 15010-H9701 ASSY-PUMP OIL WITH OUT OIL FILTER <> 15010-H6200 <> 15010-H1000 $114 USD | ||
+ | * Fits A10/A12/A12A/A13/A14/A15 | ||
+ | * Fits B10/B110/B120/B210/B310/C120 and F10/N10 | ||
+ | * Filter points down | ||
+ | {{Photo|m-90a.jpg|Datsun%201200/Parts2}} | ||
- | = Nissan Competition Parts = | + | 15010-M3001 PUMP ASSY-OIL <> 15010-M3000 $145 USD |
- | [http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=5917 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/5917.jpg] [http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=5927 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/5927.jpg] [http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=6233 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/6233.jpg] [http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=8004 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/8004.jpg] | + | * FWD N10 "Datsun 310" "Datsun Pulsar" |
+ | * RWD 1200 1989- | ||
+ | * RWD B120, C22, C120 | ||
- | LUBRICATION (A-SERIES) | + | Aftermarket [http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/x,carcode,1208483,parttype,5564 RockAuto] |
- | * 15010-25720 COMPETITION OIL PUMP Generates an oil pressure of over 100psi and does not self prime | + | Sealed Power 22441908 $39 USD |
- | * 15010-M0821 COMPETITION OIL PUMP (FWD) Similar to 15010-25720 except unit is designed for FWD Datsuns with A-series engines | + | ITM 057140 [http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/x,carcode,1209912,parttype,5564 $52 USD] |
- | * 11710-H5720 ALTERNATOR BRACKET For use on B210 and 210 models when installing 15010-25720 oil pump | + | |
- | * 15025-25720 GASKET FOR COMPETITION OIL PUMP T= 0.10mm (Yellow) | + | === Cherry === |
- | * 15025-25721 GASKET FOR COMPETITION OIL PUMP T=0.12mm (Blue) | + | 15010-M0100 <> 15010-M |
- | * 15025-25722 GASKET FOR COMPETITION OIL PUMP T = 0. 1 4mm (Green) | + | * For FWD E10 "Nissan Cherry" "Datsun Cherry" |
- | * 15010-M0821 DRY SUMP OIL PUMP Similar to 115010-25720 | + | * Filter points up |
- | except has additional fittings for dry sump system | + | |
- | * 15025-H5720 GASKET FOR DRY SUMP OIL PUMP T = 0. 10mm (Yellow) | + | = Strainer = |
- | * 15025-H5721 GASKET FOR DRY SUMP OIL PUMP T = 0. 1 2mm (Blue) | + | The oil pump pickup tube has an integrated strainer. |
- | * 15025-H5722 GASKET FOR DRY SUMP OIL PUMP T = 0. 14mm (Green) | + | |
+ | See main article: [[Oil pan#Pickup Tube]] | ||
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+ | {{Photo!|15050-18001.jpg}} | ||
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+ | = Nissan Competition Parts = | ||
+ | See main article: [[Competition Oil Pump]] | ||
+ | = Hybrid High Volume Pump = | ||
+ | See main article: [[High Capacity Oil Pump]] | ||
- | [[Category:Engine Lubrication System]] | + | [[Category:Engine Lubrication System]]{{End}} |
Current revision
The Datsun 1200's A12 engine uses a standard gerotor type oil pump. It is self-priming. The oil should be changed every 3,000 to 5,000 miles.
Contents |
Overview
Oil Temperature
The oil temperature is controlled by the engine coolant temperature. As long as the engine coolant ("water") does not overheat, neither will the oil. Only a very few high performance cars have a separate oil cooler. So this means:
keep your coolant temp low, and your oil temp will be happy.
Count on the oil temp to be about 20 F degrees hotter. So here is a good street performance equation:
* Thermostat: 180 F degrees * Oil temperature: will run about 200 F degrees
At this temperature, the good quality regular oil (inexpensive) will perform as good as the expensive synthetics in a street car. It is high temps that ruin regular oil whereas the synthetic oil can take high temps OK.
Now if you are racing or towing there is more to talk about. See: Oil Pump Coolers.
Engine Oil Capacity
See Oil Capacity
Oil Pressure
From the 1973 factory service manual:
* Oil pressure at idle (650 RPM ): 13-17 psi * Regulator valve spring Free Length: 43.49 mm (1.71 inch) Pressured Length: 30.3 mm (1.19 inch) * Regulator opening pressure: 54-60 psi
Oil Usage
It is normal to add some oil between the oil changes. Usually a quart every 1,500 miles is OK. A quart every 500 miles indicates either a serious leak, or "oil burning" (bad rings) in the engine.
Oil Pressure Sender
Oil Guages
Oil Temperature or Oil Pressure gauge can be added.
See Main Article: Oil Gauge
Oil Specifications
See Engine Oil Specifications
Oil Usage
See Engine Oil Specifications
Interchangeability
All A-series oil pumps are interchangeable in any A12/A12A/A13/A14/A15 engine, except the early A10 Engine oil pump. New pumps will clear the early A10 Connecting Rods.
- connecting rod cap strengthened with 1mm longer bolt boss starting with A10-728641
- Therfore, Oil pump driveshaft decreased 1.5 mm to clear the new cap design
Part Numbers
For a comprehensive lists of Oil Pump parts for the 1200, see Oil Pump Part Numbers.
Nissan 15010-H9701 ASSY-PUMP OIL WITH OUT OIL FILTER <> 15010-H6200 <> 15010-H1000 $114 USD * Fits A10/A12/A12A/A13/A14/A15 * Fits B10/B110/B120/B210/B310/C120 and F10/N10 * Filter points down
15010-M3001 PUMP ASSY-OIL <> 15010-M3000 $145 USD * FWD N10 "Datsun 310" "Datsun Pulsar" * RWD 1200 1989- * RWD B120, C22, C120
Aftermarket RockAuto Sealed Power 22441908 $39 USD ITM 057140 $52 USD
Cherry
15010-M0100 <> 15010-M * For FWD E10 "Nissan Cherry" "Datsun Cherry" * Filter points up
Strainer
The oil pump pickup tube has an integrated strainer.
See main article: Oil pan#Pickup Tube
Nissan Competition Parts
See main article: Competition Oil Pump
Hybrid High Volume Pump
See main article: High Capacity Oil Pump