Dipstick tube?
 

Is there a rubber o ring or something that goes in the block where the
dipstick tube enters on a 304? I just ordered and installed the dipstick
tube - it didn't come with a seal or anything. Where can I get one if
required? Would the standard autozone have it or maybe the dealer?

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Re: Dipstick tube?
 

HomeBrewer did pass the time by typing:
> Is there a rubber o ring or something that goes in the block where the
> dipstick tube enters on a 304? I just ordered and installed the dipstick
> tube - it didn't come with a seal or anything. Where can I get one if
> required? Would the standard autozone have it or maybe the dealer?

Nope, it's a press/friction fit.

It will go in easier if you put the tube in the freezer for a half hour
or so.


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Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
Banks Header - and BEER, in the fridge!

Re: Dipstick tube?
 

HomeBrewer did pass the time by typing:
> Is there a rubber o ring or something that goes in the block where the
> dipstick tube enters on a 304? I just ordered and installed the dipstick
> tube - it didn't come with a seal or anything. Where can I get one if
> required? Would the standard autozone have it or maybe the dealer?

Nope, it's a press/friction fit.

It will go in easier if you put the tube in the freezer for a half hour
or so.


--
-- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://members.cox.net/wilsond
HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
Banks Header - and BEER, in the fridge!

Re: Dipstick tube?
 

HomeBrewer did pass the time by typing:
> Is there a rubber o ring or something that goes in the block where the
> dipstick tube enters on a 304? I just ordered and installed the dipstick
> tube - it didn't come with a seal or anything. Where can I get one if
> required? Would the standard autozone have it or maybe the dealer?

Nope, it's a press/friction fit.

It will go in easier if you put the tube in the freezer for a half hour
or so.


--
-- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://members.cox.net/wilsond
HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
Banks Header - and BEER, in the fridge!

Re: Dipstick tube?
 

HomeBrewer did pass the time by typing:
> Is there a rubber o ring or something that goes in the block where the
> dipstick tube enters on a 304? I just ordered and installed the dipstick
> tube - it didn't come with a seal or anything. Where can I get one if
> required? Would the standard autozone have it or maybe the dealer?

Nope, it's a press/friction fit.

It will go in easier if you put the tube in the freezer for a half hour
or so.


--
-- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://members.cox.net/wilsond
HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
Banks Header - and BEER, in the fridge!

Re: Dipstick tube?
 

A little BG-Weld doesn't hurt either.

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"DougW" <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote in message
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> HomeBrewer did pass the time by typing:
> > Is there a rubber o ring or something that goes in the block where
the
> > dipstick tube enters on a 304? I just ordered and installed the dipstick
> > tube - it didn't come with a seal or anything. Where can I get one if
> > required? Would the standard autozone have it or maybe the dealer?
>
> Nope, it's a press/friction fit.
>
> It will go in easier if you put the tube in the freezer for a half hour
> or so.
>
>
> --
> -- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://members.cox.net/wilsond
> HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
> Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
> Banks Header - and BEER, in the fridge!
>
>

Re: Dipstick tube?
 

A little BG-Weld doesn't hurt either.

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HarryS
"DougW" <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote in message
news:gUTOc.7419$Oz2.1676@okepread06...
> HomeBrewer did pass the time by typing:
> > Is there a rubber o ring or something that goes in the block where
the
> > dipstick tube enters on a 304? I just ordered and installed the dipstick
> > tube - it didn't come with a seal or anything. Where can I get one if
> > required? Would the standard autozone have it or maybe the dealer?
>
> Nope, it's a press/friction fit.
>
> It will go in easier if you put the tube in the freezer for a half hour
> or so.
>
>
> --
> -- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://members.cox.net/wilsond
> HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
> Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
> Banks Header - and BEER, in the fridge!
>
>

Re: Dipstick tube?
 

A little BG-Weld doesn't hurt either.

--
HarryS
"DougW" <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote in message
news:gUTOc.7419$Oz2.1676@okepread06...
> HomeBrewer did pass the time by typing:
> > Is there a rubber o ring or something that goes in the block where
the
> > dipstick tube enters on a 304? I just ordered and installed the dipstick
> > tube - it didn't come with a seal or anything. Where can I get one if
> > required? Would the standard autozone have it or maybe the dealer?
>
> Nope, it's a press/friction fit.
>
> It will go in easier if you put the tube in the freezer for a half hour
> or so.
>
>
> --
> -- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://members.cox.net/wilsond
> HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
> Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
> Banks Header - and BEER, in the fridge!
>
>

Re: Dipstick tube?
 

A little BG-Weld doesn't hurt either.

--
HarryS
"DougW" <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote in message
news:gUTOc.7419$Oz2.1676@okepread06...
> HomeBrewer did pass the time by typing:
> > Is there a rubber o ring or something that goes in the block where
the
> > dipstick tube enters on a 304? I just ordered and installed the dipstick
> > tube - it didn't come with a seal or anything. Where can I get one if
> > required? Would the standard autozone have it or maybe the dealer?
>
> Nope, it's a press/friction fit.
>
> It will go in easier if you put the tube in the freezer for a half hour
> or so.
>
>
> --
> -- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://members.cox.net/wilsond
> HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
> Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
> Banks Header - and BEER, in the fridge!
>
>

Re: Dipstick tube?
 

HarryS did pass the time by typing:
> A little BG-Weld doesn't hurt either.

Prolly not, but if you ever want to take it
out again it might be better to use loctite 515 or 518
instead of epoxy. :)

>> HomeBrewer did pass the time by typing:
>>> Is there a rubber o ring or something that goes in the block where the
>>> dipstick tube enters on a 304? I just ordered and installed the dipstick
>>> tube - it didn't come with a seal or anything. Where can I get one if
>>> required? Would the standard autozone have it or maybe the dealer?
>>
>> Nope, it's a press/friction fit.
>>
>> It will go in easier if you put the tube in the freezer for a half hour
>> or so.

Re: Dipstick tube?
 

HarryS did pass the time by typing:
> A little BG-Weld doesn't hurt either.

Prolly not, but if you ever want to take it
out again it might be better to use loctite 515 or 518
instead of epoxy. :)

>> HomeBrewer did pass the time by typing:
>>> Is there a rubber o ring or something that goes in the block where the
>>> dipstick tube enters on a 304? I just ordered and installed the dipstick
>>> tube - it didn't come with a seal or anything. Where can I get one if
>>> required? Would the standard autozone have it or maybe the dealer?
>>
>> Nope, it's a press/friction fit.
>>
>> It will go in easier if you put the tube in the freezer for a half hour
>> or so.

Re: Dipstick tube?
 

HarryS did pass the time by typing:
> A little BG-Weld doesn't hurt either.

Prolly not, but if you ever want to take it
out again it might be better to use loctite 515 or 518
instead of epoxy. :)

>> HomeBrewer did pass the time by typing:
>>> Is there a rubber o ring or something that goes in the block where the
>>> dipstick tube enters on a 304? I just ordered and installed the dipstick
>>> tube - it didn't come with a seal or anything. Where can I get one if
>>> required? Would the standard autozone have it or maybe the dealer?
>>
>> Nope, it's a press/friction fit.
>>
>> It will go in easier if you put the tube in the freezer for a half hour
>> or so.

Re: Dipstick tube?
 

HarryS did pass the time by typing:
> A little BG-Weld doesn't hurt either.

Prolly not, but if you ever want to take it
out again it might be better to use loctite 515 or 518
instead of epoxy. :)

>> HomeBrewer did pass the time by typing:
>>> Is there a rubber o ring or something that goes in the block where the
>>> dipstick tube enters on a 304? I just ordered and installed the dipstick
>>> tube - it didn't come with a seal or anything. Where can I get one if
>>> required? Would the standard autozone have it or maybe the dealer?
>>
>> Nope, it's a press/friction fit.
>>
>> It will go in easier if you put the tube in the freezer for a half hour
>> or so.

Re: Dipstick tube?
 

I put some RTV on the tube when I installed the dipstick tube in my 360.
IIRC it shouldn't need anything to "seal" it.
later,
dave AKA vwdoc1
82 Wag Ltd. 360 auto (parts truck)
88 FSJ-GW 360 auto (GRAND 88)
88 XJ 4.0 auto
Chicago


"HomeBrewer" <85cj7XXX@cox.net> wrote in message
news:2n2evpFsj2sfU1@uni-berlin.de...
> Is there a rubber o ring or something that goes in the block where the
> dipstick tube enters on a 304? I just ordered and installed the dipstick
> tube - it didn't come with a seal or anything. Where can I get one if
> required? Would the standard autozone have it or maybe the dealer?

Re: Dipstick tube?
 

I put some RTV on the tube when I installed the dipstick tube in my 360.
IIRC it shouldn't need anything to "seal" it.
later,
dave AKA vwdoc1
82 Wag Ltd. 360 auto (parts truck)
88 FSJ-GW 360 auto (GRAND 88)
88 XJ 4.0 auto
Chicago


"HomeBrewer" <85cj7XXX@cox.net> wrote in message
news:2n2evpFsj2sfU1@uni-berlin.de...
> Is there a rubber o ring or something that goes in the block where the
> dipstick tube enters on a 304? I just ordered and installed the dipstick
> tube - it didn't come with a seal or anything. Where can I get one if
> required? Would the standard autozone have it or maybe the dealer?

Re: Dipstick tube?
 

I put some RTV on the tube when I installed the dipstick tube in my 360.
IIRC it shouldn't need anything to "seal" it.
later,
dave AKA vwdoc1
82 Wag Ltd. 360 auto (parts truck)
88 FSJ-GW 360 auto (GRAND 88)
88 XJ 4.0 auto
Chicago


"HomeBrewer" <85cj7XXX@cox.net> wrote in message
news:2n2evpFsj2sfU1@uni-berlin.de...
> Is there a rubber o ring or something that goes in the block where the
> dipstick tube enters on a 304? I just ordered and installed the dipstick
> tube - it didn't come with a seal or anything. Where can I get one if
> required? Would the standard autozone have it or maybe the dealer?

Re: Dipstick tube?
 

I put some RTV on the tube when I installed the dipstick tube in my 360.
IIRC it shouldn't need anything to "seal" it.
later,
dave AKA vwdoc1
82 Wag Ltd. 360 auto (parts truck)
88 FSJ-GW 360 auto (GRAND 88)
88 XJ 4.0 auto
Chicago


"HomeBrewer" <85cj7XXX@cox.net> wrote in message
news:2n2evpFsj2sfU1@uni-berlin.de...
> Is there a rubber o ring or something that goes in the block where the
> dipstick tube enters on a 304? I just ordered and installed the dipstick
> tube - it didn't come with a seal or anything. Where can I get one if
> required? Would the standard autozone have it or maybe the dealer?

Re: Dipstick tube?
 

Is there anyway to clean the pickup screen without removing the oil pan?
Nick

"dave AKA vwdoc1" <NO_vwdoc1_SPAM_@hotmail.com_PLEASE> wrote in message
news:xBVOc.1597$Z56.68@newssvr33.news.prodigy.com. ..
> I put some RTV on the tube when I installed the dipstick tube in my 360.
> IIRC it shouldn't need anything to "seal" it.
> later,

Re: Dipstick tube?
 

Is there anyway to clean the pickup screen without removing the oil pan?
Nick

"dave AKA vwdoc1" <NO_vwdoc1_SPAM_@hotmail.com_PLEASE> wrote in message
news:xBVOc.1597$Z56.68@newssvr33.news.prodigy.com. ..
> I put some RTV on the tube when I installed the dipstick tube in my 360.
> IIRC it shouldn't need anything to "seal" it.
> later,

Re: Dipstick tube?
 

Is there anyway to clean the pickup screen without removing the oil pan?
Nick

"dave AKA vwdoc1" <NO_vwdoc1_SPAM_@hotmail.com_PLEASE> wrote in message
news:xBVOc.1597$Z56.68@newssvr33.news.prodigy.com. ..
> I put some RTV on the tube when I installed the dipstick tube in my 360.
> IIRC it shouldn't need anything to "seal" it.
> later,

Re: Dipstick tube?
 

Is there anyway to clean the pickup screen without removing the oil pan?
Nick

"dave AKA vwdoc1" <NO_vwdoc1_SPAM_@hotmail.com_PLEASE> wrote in message
news:xBVOc.1597$Z56.68@newssvr33.news.prodigy.com. ..
> I put some RTV on the tube when I installed the dipstick tube in my 360.
> IIRC it shouldn't need anything to "seal" it.
> later,

Re: Dipstick tube?
 

Nick N did pass the time by typing:
> Is there anyway to clean the pickup screen without removing the oil pan?
> Nick

Sorta, either increase the frequency of oil changes to about 2000 miles
for a while using high detergent oil. (this will slowly dissolve the sludge)
or use a product called sea-foam sold at NAPA to clean the whole system and
follow it up with an oil and filter change.

I'm not so sure about seafoam or any "engine oil cleaner" in high milage
or crudded up engines as it tends to loosen the real big chunks that can
block passages. Frequent oil changes with a high detergent oil is the
best way.

--
DougW

Re: Dipstick tube?
 

Nick N did pass the time by typing:
> Is there anyway to clean the pickup screen without removing the oil pan?
> Nick

Sorta, either increase the frequency of oil changes to about 2000 miles
for a while using high detergent oil. (this will slowly dissolve the sludge)
or use a product called sea-foam sold at NAPA to clean the whole system and
follow it up with an oil and filter change.

I'm not so sure about seafoam or any "engine oil cleaner" in high milage
or crudded up engines as it tends to loosen the real big chunks that can
block passages. Frequent oil changes with a high detergent oil is the
best way.

--
DougW

Re: Dipstick tube?
 

Nick N did pass the time by typing:
> Is there anyway to clean the pickup screen without removing the oil pan?
> Nick

Sorta, either increase the frequency of oil changes to about 2000 miles
for a while using high detergent oil. (this will slowly dissolve the sludge)
or use a product called sea-foam sold at NAPA to clean the whole system and
follow it up with an oil and filter change.

I'm not so sure about seafoam or any "engine oil cleaner" in high milage
or crudded up engines as it tends to loosen the real big chunks that can
block passages. Frequent oil changes with a high detergent oil is the
best way.

--
DougW

Re: Dipstick tube?
 

Nick N did pass the time by typing:
> Is there anyway to clean the pickup screen without removing the oil pan?
> Nick

Sorta, either increase the frequency of oil changes to about 2000 miles
for a while using high detergent oil. (this will slowly dissolve the sludge)
or use a product called sea-foam sold at NAPA to clean the whole system and
follow it up with an oil and filter change.

I'm not so sure about seafoam or any "engine oil cleaner" in high milage
or crudded up engines as it tends to loosen the real big chunks that can
block passages. Frequent oil changes with a high detergent oil is the
best way.

--
DougW

Re: Dipstick tube?
 

1. I had always thought that if the oil pump pickup screen was clogged then
possibly removing the oil pump cover and shooting kerosene down into the
pickup followed by compressed air might clean up any clogs or debris.

2. You can also fill up the oil pan just past the screen with solvent(drain
plug installed) and let it sit awhile.

3. Can one use some sort of nozzle and snake it into the oil pan via the oil
drain plug and then shoot some cleaning solvent at the screen? You need to
know where the screen is! ;-)

3. Or using high detergent oil, maybe synthetic, along with very frequent
oil changes may help.

4. It is of course better to remove pan and clean properly and thoroughly!

Just some ideas!
later,
dave AKA vwdoc1

"Nick N" <nnote@despammed.com> wrote in message
news:2TVOc.2283$wz.1619@fed1read01...
> Is there anyway to clean the pickup screen without removing the oil pan?
> Nick
>

Re: Dipstick tube?
 

1. I had always thought that if the oil pump pickup screen was clogged then
possibly removing the oil pump cover and shooting kerosene down into the
pickup followed by compressed air might clean up any clogs or debris.

2. You can also fill up the oil pan just past the screen with solvent(drain
plug installed) and let it sit awhile.

3. Can one use some sort of nozzle and snake it into the oil pan via the oil
drain plug and then shoot some cleaning solvent at the screen? You need to
know where the screen is! ;-)

3. Or using high detergent oil, maybe synthetic, along with very frequent
oil changes may help.

4. It is of course better to remove pan and clean properly and thoroughly!

Just some ideas!
later,
dave AKA vwdoc1

"Nick N" <nnote@despammed.com> wrote in message
news:2TVOc.2283$wz.1619@fed1read01...
> Is there anyway to clean the pickup screen without removing the oil pan?
> Nick
>

Re: Dipstick tube?
 

1. I had always thought that if the oil pump pickup screen was clogged then
possibly removing the oil pump cover and shooting kerosene down into the
pickup followed by compressed air might clean up any clogs or debris.

2. You can also fill up the oil pan just past the screen with solvent(drain
plug installed) and let it sit awhile.

3. Can one use some sort of nozzle and snake it into the oil pan via the oil
drain plug and then shoot some cleaning solvent at the screen? You need to
know where the screen is! ;-)

3. Or using high detergent oil, maybe synthetic, along with very frequent
oil changes may help.

4. It is of course better to remove pan and clean properly and thoroughly!

Just some ideas!
later,
dave AKA vwdoc1

"Nick N" <nnote@despammed.com> wrote in message
news:2TVOc.2283$wz.1619@fed1read01...
> Is there anyway to clean the pickup screen without removing the oil pan?
> Nick
>

Re: Dipstick tube?
 

1. I had always thought that if the oil pump pickup screen was clogged then
possibly removing the oil pump cover and shooting kerosene down into the
pickup followed by compressed air might clean up any clogs or debris.

2. You can also fill up the oil pan just past the screen with solvent(drain
plug installed) and let it sit awhile.

3. Can one use some sort of nozzle and snake it into the oil pan via the oil
drain plug and then shoot some cleaning solvent at the screen? You need to
know where the screen is! ;-)

3. Or using high detergent oil, maybe synthetic, along with very frequent
oil changes may help.

4. It is of course better to remove pan and clean properly and thoroughly!

Just some ideas!
later,
dave AKA vwdoc1

"Nick N" <nnote@despammed.com> wrote in message
news:2TVOc.2283$wz.1619@fed1read01...
> Is there anyway to clean the pickup screen without removing the oil pan?
> Nick
>