Where to find good fitting STOCK dipstick tube - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

oldblue1968chevy · 02-22-2012, 01:34 AM

Not looking for a $100 fancy dipstick just a good stock replacment. I called 2 GM dealers and said they cant get anything past 82'.

Everyone says get a GM the chrome auto store ones suck

Help

threeonthetree · 02-22-2012, 01:37 AM

id hit the junk yards

oldblue1968chevy · 02-22-2012, 01:45 AM

Probably a good idea, My problem is the tube is sloppy loose in the block and will probably leak oil.

MARKDTN · 02-22-2012, 09:55 AM

Try the Corvette/Camaro/Chevelle reproduction places.

http://www.docrebuild.com/dr-r-web/OIL2.PDF for instance

Lee H · 02-22-2012, 11:41 AM

Classic Industries has them for about 20 bucks. Caution, the dip sticks come in different lengths as do the the tubes. You need to get a matched set, short or long, in order to have the dip stick read the correct oil level. If you know for sure what year dip stick you have it's easy, just order the corresponding year tube. Just for reference, my dip stick is 21 inches. The tube is 9.25 from the end to the block.

cdowns · 02-22-2012, 03:01 PM

dipsticks and tubes after 82 will fit older V8 chevy engines

oldblue1968chevy · 02-22-2012, 06:39 PM

but how is the fit?

Lee H · 02-22-2012, 09:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by oldblue1968chevy

but how is the fit?

The interface between the tube and the block is the same regardless of year. The only difference is the length of the stick and tube. You need to make sure the stick and tube are from the same range of years (see on-line catalogs for year ranges) for accurate oil level readings.
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oldblue1968chevy · 02-25-2012, 05:30 PM

Anyone have experience with some of these//

Dark Knight · 02-25-2012, 06:46 PM

Bought mine from the stealership. I bought it for an '84 Chevy C10 w/350. Fit's nice 'n tight. No oil leaks. IIRC it was about $35. Not cheap, but worth it for the fit compared to aftermarket junk. If you get the wrong length, just change the oil, fill her up with 5 qts, and make a new 'full' mark. That's what I'd do. Course I'm a redneck and there ain't gonna be another owner 'till I'm dead. And I'll probably have roached my engine by then.

oldblue1968chevy · 02-25-2012, 10:10 PM

Dark knight.

Got any pics? Mines driver side dipstick. I just need the tube, but would take dipstick as well.

Thanks

treveiger · 02-25-2012, 11:26 PM

I got one from advanced that worked awesome an fit nice n snug, ill try to fine what it was for ya.
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treveiger · 02-25-2012, 11:39 PM

Here it is, it wasn't like the crappy aftermarket that you usually find.

http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/web...RPENGPAMS_____
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Dark Knight · 02-27-2012, 12:47 AM

Unfortunately, no pics. But they sold me the dipstick and tube separately. Mine's passenger side though. So, I guess an '84 won't work. Don't know what year they went to pass. side. You might try a junkyard though.

oldblue1968chevy · 05-25-2012, 07:00 PM

TTT

Just looking for stock replacement that fits like OEM, dont need polished chrome or braided doesnt really match the rest of engine bay. Its a 1972 block with thick front seal and driver side dipstick.

Help?

ray_mcavoy · 05-25-2012, 10:39 PM

The GM #3981019 stick and #12337946 tube that arkracing mentioned in this old thread --> http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=309732 are still available from GM.

oldblue1968chevy · 07-24-2012, 02:26 PM

Can someone help me out...im researching and looking. Im stationed a few hundred miles from home and Im going to try to fix my dipstick tube leak when I go home this fall. Im not sure what dipstick tube from GM I need to get.

Its on the drivers side and probably 10" long sticking out of the block. Can anyone help me out? I have a few different part numberes....

Lee H · 07-24-2012, 03:01 PM

Block does not matter, the important part is getting the correct length stick and upper tube. I'm using GM Dip stick # 3951576 (21 3/4") and dip stick tube 3876870 (9"), along with lower tube # 3951600 (6 7/8") on three vehicles right now. My 72 C10, 75 vette, and 65 vette and all fit great. These parts will work with any GM small block. There are other part numbers with different lengths, however these are the ones that work for me. You can get these from your dealer for less than $50. I'm finding the GM parts guys are getting like the DIY store numbskull's. If it's not on the screen, they don't anything about it.

oldblue1968chevy · 07-27-2012, 02:48 PM

LeeH, You wouldnt happen to have a pic would you? Im going to see if I can get a measurement from home.

thanks

oldblue1968chevy · 08-06-2012, 08:07 PM

Ttt

02-22-2012, 01:37 AM	#2
threeonthetree Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Wausau, WI Posts: 975	Re: Where to find good fitting STOCK dipstick tube id hit the junk yards

02-22-2012, 09:55 AM	#4
MARKDTN Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga, TN Posts: 2,159	Re: Where to find good fitting STOCK dipstick tube Try the Corvette/Camaro/Chevelle reproduction places. http://www.docrebuild.com/dr-r-web/OIL2.PDF for instance __________________ '83 K20-TPI '73 C10 '79 C10-ex-diesel(SOLD) '07 Tahoe(Son driving) '14 Suburban-DD '71 C10-current project

02-22-2012, 11:41 AM	#5
Lee H Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Upland Ca Posts: 4,147	Re: Where to find good fitting STOCK dipstick tube Classic Industries has them for about 20 bucks. Caution, the dip sticks come in different lengths as do the the tubes. You need to get a matched set, short or long, in order to have the dip stick read the correct oil level. If you know for sure what year dip stick you have it's easy, just order the corresponding year tube. Just for reference, my dip stick is 21 inches. The tube is 9.25 from the end to the block. __________________ 1972 C10 SWB, Air, PS, PB, 350/350THM. Second owner. 1965 Corvette roadster, 44K miles, 327/365 SHP, 4 speed, side exhaust, knockoffs, teak, second owner (bought in 1970), Have ALL numbers matching components. My frame off restoration thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=556703

02-22-2012, 03:01 PM	#6
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: Where to find good fitting STOCK dipstick tube dipsticks and tubes after 82 will fit older V8 chevy engines __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

02-22-2012, 06:39 PM	#7
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Where to find good fitting STOCK dipstick tube but how is the fit? __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

02-22-2012, 01:34 AM	#1
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Where to find good fitting STOCK dipstick tube Not looking for a $100 fancy dipstick just a good stock replacment. I called 2 GM dealers and said they cant get anything past 82'. Everyone says get a GM the chrome auto store ones suck Help __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

02-22-2012, 01:45 AM	#3
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Where to find good fitting STOCK dipstick tube Probably a good idea, My problem is the tube is sloppy loose in the block and will probably leak oil. __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

02-25-2012, 05:30 PM	#9
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Where to find good fitting STOCK dipstick tube Anyone have experience with some of these// __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

02-25-2012, 06:46 PM	#10
Dark Knight Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Pleak, Texas Posts: 420	Re: Where to find good fitting STOCK dipstick tube Bought mine from the stealership. I bought it for an '84 Chevy C10 w/350. Fit's nice 'n tight. No oil leaks. IIRC it was about $35. Not cheap, but worth it for the fit compared to aftermarket junk. If you get the wrong length, just change the oil, fill her up with 5 qts, and make a new 'full' mark. That's what I'd do. Course I'm a redneck and there ain't gonna be another owner 'till I'm dead. And I'll probably have roached my engine by then. __________________ -1967 Chevrolet Fleetside LWB- 350 V8 w/thumpr cam, NV3500, 3.08 gears, A/C, PS -1983 Chevy Silverado C1500- 383 stroker, TH400 -1989 Chevy Silverado K1500 SWB- 5.3L swap, 700R4, 3.42 gears -And a '66 Ford Mustang- 200 I6, C4 trans, rust bucket "The only thing we have to fear is fear itself." -FDR (and maybe rust too) You've gotta be able to stop and steer before you can go fast!

02-25-2012, 10:10 PM	#11
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Where to find good fitting STOCK dipstick tube Dark knight. Got any pics? Mines driver side dipstick. I just need the tube, but would take dipstick as well. Thanks __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

02-25-2012, 11:26 PM	#12
treveiger Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: South Dakota Posts: 4,093	Re: Where to find good fitting STOCK dipstick tube I got one from advanced that worked awesome an fit nice n snug, ill try to fine what it was for ya. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1969 Chevy c20(Miss Hackjob)

02-25-2012, 11:39 PM	#13
treveiger Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: South Dakota Posts: 4,093	Re: Where to find good fitting STOCK dipstick tube Here it is, it wasn't like the crappy aftermarket that you usually find. http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/web...RPENGPAMS_____ Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1969 Chevy c20(Miss Hackjob)

02-27-2012, 12:47 AM	#14
Dark Knight Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Pleak, Texas Posts: 420	Re: Where to find good fitting STOCK dipstick tube Unfortunately, no pics. But they sold me the dipstick and tube separately. Mine's passenger side though. So, I guess an '84 won't work. Don't know what year they went to pass. side. You might try a junkyard though. __________________ -1967 Chevrolet Fleetside LWB- 350 V8 w/thumpr cam, NV3500, 3.08 gears, A/C, PS -1983 Chevy Silverado C1500- 383 stroker, TH400 -1989 Chevy Silverado K1500 SWB- 5.3L swap, 700R4, 3.42 gears -And a '66 Ford Mustang- 200 I6, C4 trans, rust bucket "The only thing we have to fear is fear itself." -FDR (and maybe rust too) You've gotta be able to stop and steer before you can go fast!

05-25-2012, 07:00 PM	#15
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Where to find good fitting STOCK dipstick tube TTT Just looking for stock replacement that fits like OEM, dont need polished chrome or braided doesnt really match the rest of engine bay. Its a 1972 block with thick front seal and driver side dipstick. Help? __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

05-25-2012, 10:39 PM	#16
ray_mcavoy Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Sherman, ME Posts: 2,363	Re: Where to find good fitting STOCK dipstick tube The GM #3981019 stick and #12337946 tube that arkracing mentioned in this old thread --> http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=309732 are still available from GM.



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07-24-2012, 02:26 PM	#17
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Where to find good fitting STOCK dipstick tube Can someone help me out...im researching and looking. Im stationed a few hundred miles from home and Im going to try to fix my dipstick tube leak when I go home this fall. Im not sure what dipstick tube from GM I need to get. Its on the drivers side and probably 10" long sticking out of the block. Can anyone help me out? I have a few different part numberes.... __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

07-24-2012, 03:01 PM	#18
Lee H Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Upland Ca Posts: 4,147	Re: Where to find good fitting STOCK dipstick tube Block does not matter, the important part is getting the correct length stick and upper tube. I'm using GM Dip stick # 3951576 (21 3/4") and dip stick tube 3876870 (9"), along with lower tube # 3951600 (6 7/8") on three vehicles right now. My 72 C10, 75 vette, and 65 vette and all fit great. These parts will work with any GM small block. There are other part numbers with different lengths, however these are the ones that work for me. You can get these from your dealer for less than $50. I'm finding the GM parts guys are getting like the DIY store numbskull's. If it's not on the screen, they don't anything about it. __________________ 1972 C10 SWB, Air, PS, PB, 350/350THM. Second owner. 1965 Corvette roadster, 44K miles, 327/365 SHP, 4 speed, side exhaust, knockoffs, teak, second owner (bought in 1970), Have ALL numbers matching components. My frame off restoration thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=556703

07-27-2012, 02:48 PM	#19
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Where to find good fitting STOCK dipstick tube LeeH, You wouldnt happen to have a pic would you? Im going to see if I can get a measurement from home. thanks __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

08-06-2012, 08:07 PM	#20
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Where to find good fitting STOCK dipstick tube Ttt __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

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