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Old 09-05-2017, 12:13 PM   #1
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Dip Stick Tube

I'm replacing the dipstick tube in my 72 with 350 engine. Does anybody have any tricks on how to press the tube in the block?
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Re: Dip Stick Tube

An open end wrench around the flange and tap the wrench with a hammer will work .or a flat punch
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Old 09-05-2017, 12:35 PM   #3
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Re: Dip Stick Tube

I used a line wrench. It slid on and stayed by itself while I tapped it with a long screwdriver.

A nut would have worked well. Just slide it over the tube and tap with a punch or screwdriver.
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Re: Dip Stick Tube

I also put some high temp RTV silicone about 1/2 in down from the flange to seal it up good.
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