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dipstick length
i bought a dipstick from LMC and it was too long. it would make a ticking noise with the engine running thanks to hitting the crankshaft. i removed a 1/2 inch off the end of it, and then it stopped making the noise. i want to make sure i'm putting the right amount of oil in there so if some others can share some measurements
its a 350 the dipstick was 19 1/2 inches before cutting, now it's 18 7/8 inches from red line to red line ![]() the fill tube was 6 1/2 inches ![]() Last edited by matthufham; 07-25-2006 at 09:28 PM. |
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Re: dipstick length
something doesn't sound right. maybe you should go to a chevy dealer and get a dipstick and tube. I think they still sell them.
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Re: dipstick length
The next time you change your oil, pour in the correct number of quarts of oil and then file a mark on your dipstick. That will be your full mark. If you stop one quart short while filling, that would be your add mark.
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Re: dipstick length
I'm about 71".
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Re: dipstick length
71? or 17? 71 is many, many feet
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Re: dipstick length
I think he is saying he's a dipstick
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Re: dipstick length
hmm i get it now, but it doesn't help much
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Re: dipstick length
71"???? are you sure that is not a Van dipstick???
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Re: dipstick length
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Is the lower dipstick tube (the one that extends downward into the oil pan) in place? It keeps the dipstick from flopping around inside the pan. |
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Re: dipstick length
jacobs, i'm not sure. i always remember seeing the hole and the bump in the block when i have the oil pan off, i didn't know anything else was needed. what does it look like and where is it located
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Re: dipstick length
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It's not necessary to remove the oil pan but you must remove the curved dipstick tube to install it. It's not a tight fit - It will slide down into place with little effort. |
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