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'88CHEV
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Aug 9, 2008, 1:22 PM

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My dipstick broke off about four inches down from the handle. Any suggestions how to retrieve the lower part of the dipstick from the tube?


dave284
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Aug 9, 2008, 1:33 PM

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You could try a telescpopic magnet, Autozone have these at the counter for about two bucks and if that doesn't get it....plan on removing the oil pan.


way2old
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Aug 9, 2008, 3:04 PM

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You can get needle nose pliers that have a long reach also. They are more expensive tho.



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Jeff Norfolk
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Aug 9, 2008, 3:41 PM

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Try to blow a bit of compressed air though the oil pan hole while someone else taps on the side of the dip stick tube. I have had good success with this method in the past when I managed an oil change and repair shop.
Jeff


'88CHEV
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Aug 9, 2008, 3:50 PM

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Thanks! I'll give AutoZone a shot.






 
 
 






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