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Nissan G 130 1972 Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Parts Index

Running a shop, I see it every week – a guy calls up with a part number that doesn’t match anything. He ordered from a third-party list, the bolt holes don’t line up, and now he’s stuck with a return fee. That waste of time stops when you have the actual Nissan G 130 1972 Parts Catalog. This is the same document the dealership parts counter used in ’72. 1107 pages of factory-sourced part numbers, exploded views, and ordering codes. No guessing. No cross-referencing a generic database that spits out the wrong seal. This catalog was printed by Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. in December 1972. The publication number is C 0020. If you call a dealer today and quote that number, they know exactly what you’re holding.

1107 Pages of Factory Parts Data

Most aftermarket parts catalogs are thin. They skip the odd revisions, the mid-year changes. This one covers every variant of the G 130 series: L 130 Standard, GL 130 Super Deluxe, PL 130 Personal, WPL 130 Wagon, VPL 130 Van, and the QL 130 Diesel. Each model has its own part listings. Page 2 gives you the brief specifications – wheelbase, overall length (184.7 in), engine designations. That alone saves you from ordering a suspension bushing that was only used on the wagon when you own a sedan. The catalog uses car numbers and engine numbers to pinpoint exactly which parts were changed and when. That data is printed on page 15 – the location of those numbers on the vehicle. You get a confirmed match every time.

What Makes a 1972 Parts Catalog Different from Aftermarket?

Aftermarket catalogs are rewritten by people who never touched a G 130. They compress the part number system into a simplified list. This OEM catalog prints the exact structure – the part number system is explained on page 32. It tells you how to decode each digit so you can spot a supersession or a color-code suffix. Without that, you might order a black interior door panel when your car has tan. The factory catalog also includes an alphabetical index (page 45) and an illustration index (page 51). When you’re standing under a hood and the part has no name, you flip to the illustration index and find the exploded drawing. No translation errors.

Alphabetical Index and Illustration Index

Pages 45 and 51 aren’t filler. The alphabetical index lists every part name from A to Z. Need a windshield wiper motor? Look under W, get the group number, and turn to that section. The illustration index shows thumbnail diagrams with page references. That’s how you find the steering linkage without knowing the Japanese part name. It’s a real time-saver when the part is buried in the middle of 1100 pages. And because it’s OEM, the drawings match the actual shapes – no generic silhouettes that make you guess which bracket is which.

Use the Part Number System Correctly

Start by reading page 32. The part number system in this catalog follows a specific structure: group number, classification, modification code. If you ignore it and just write down the number from the drawing, you might get the wrong revision. The manual even gives you the format for the Nissan Spare Parts Order Sheet – typewrite the part number and quantity. Fill it out wrong, and the computer will reject your order. This catalog shows you exactly what to write. Don’t skip the instructions on page 32. That’s where most DIYers trip up.

Part Number Index: The End of Guesswork

Tucked at the end of this 1107-page book is a part number index. Every number listed in the catalog is sorted numerically. So if you find a part number stamped on an old bracket but have no idea what it fits, you look it up in that index. The index tells you which page and illustration group it appears in. That’s something no aftermarket CD-ROM gives you. Combined with the alphabetical index and the illustration index, you have three ways to find a part. For a shop tech like me, that means less time on the phone with a parts house and more time wrenching.

One more thing – the brief specs on page 2 include dimensions in both millimeters and inches. 4,690 mm overall length, 184.7 in. You need that when ordering a radiator or a driveshaft. The catalog also covers the full range of applied models, with car names and abbreviations listed on page 14. That tells you which suffix letters belong to which trim level. A Super Custom (GL 130) might share parts with the Super Deluxe, but not all. Page 14 lays out which models get which parts.

Who Needs This Parts Catalog?

Anyone working on a Nissan G 130 from 1972 – that includes the sedan, wagon, van, and diesel versions. Collectors restoring a Datsun 130 (the export name) will find every fastener, seal, and trim piece listed. Shops that service vintage Nissans for customers need this to avoid ordering the wrong brake cylinder. And home garage guys who bought a project G 130 off Craigslist – this catalog stops you from buying a whole assembly when you only needed a gasket. It also helps if you’re fabricating a replacement part: you have the factory drawing dimensions to work from.

I’ve been burned by third-party catalogs that list parts that were discontinued in ’73. This one includes the revision date: December 1972. It shows which parts were changed during that model year run. The introduction tells you that all parts contained here are, in principle, available. But it also warns that some may be sorted “F U” on a confirmation list, meaning out of stock. You call Nissan with the part number and the pub number C 0020, and they can check. That kind of traceability doesn’t exist in generic PDFs that copy data from unknown sources.

Source Validity – OEM vs. Aftermarket

This catalog is a direct scan of the official Nissan publication printed in Japan. The copyright belongs to Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. (1972). No aftermarket rewriter has touched it. The part numbers are exactly what Nissan stamped on the components. I’ve seen aftermarket catalogs transpose digits – a 12345 becomes 12435, and you order a part for a different vehicle. That doesn’t happen here. The catalog even explains how to compare your confirmation list with the catalog page to verify availability – that’s a dealer workflow, not a DIY shortcut. For distributors, the catalog includes “HOW TO PLACE YOUR ORDERS” sections, but even for home users, those instructions clarify the ordering process.

If you work on multiple Nissan generations, you might also want the Nissan BD3004 1996 Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Parts Index for later models, or the Nissan 250 1986 Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Parts Index for the mid-range. For owners of the Murano, the Nissan Motor Murano User Manual – Factory Specs & Safety covers the basics. And for broader automotive context, check the Automotive Industry Overview and Automotive Battery pages.

Is this catalog compatible with the 1972 Nissan G 130 (Datsun 130) sedan?

Yes. It covers all G 130 series variants including sedan, wagon, van, and diesel.

Does it include exploded diagrams for the engine, transmission, and body?

Yes. The illustration index on page 51 lists all exploded diagrams. You get group illustrations for every major assembly – engine, clutch, suspension, brakes, body panels, interior trim, electrical components. Each drawing includes callouts that cross-reference to the part numbers in the text.

How do I find a part number if I only have the old part in my hand?

Look for a stamped number on the part. Then use the part number index at the end of the 1107-page catalog. That index is numerical, so you find the page and illustration group. If the number is worn off, use the alphabetical index (page 45) or the illustration index (page 51) to locate the part by name or silhouette.

Can I use this to order parts from a Nissan dealer today?

Yes, but understand that some parts listed may be discontinued. The catalog’s publication number C 0020 is still recognized by Nissan parts systems. Quote that number along with the part number. If the part is NLA, the dealer can often cross-reference to a superseded number. The catalog also explains the conditional order process if you can’t find the exact number.

Don’t waste another afternoon sorting through mislabeled aftermarket lists. Get the document that every Nissan parts specialist used back when these cars were new. Order your copy now – you can access the factory manual immediately after purchase. No reprints, no third-party summaries. Just the genuine 1972 Nissan parts catalog. Access the Factory Manual today and make sure the next part you order actually fits.