Engine Oil Specifications

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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).

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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.

Nissan also specified some single weights, but those have a limited temperature range.