Many are running 15w40 or 20w50. You want to find oil with the zinc and
phosphorous content still in it for the valve train, or get some additive
for older engines.
Cheers
Daryl
----- Original Message -----
From: "Geatti, Marco" <Mgeatti@NCUA.GOV>
To: <datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, August 20, 2008 5:03 PM
Subject: [Roadsters] correct oil weight oil to use
>I have a 1969 Roadster 1600. Engine is fairly tight, doesn't seem to
> burn any oil. What weight of oil should I be using? I looked at the
> manual and it had a range of 10w to 30w depending on climate. I bought
> some 10w30 on the weekend but wondered what everyone else is using. I've
> heard some using 15w40. Any input would be appreciated.
>
>
>
> Thanks M.
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