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89StangGuy
10-27-2010, 01:23 PM
So if I have a 1977 Chevy with a 350 motor and 350 trans and i lost my dipstick. Can i just pull any dipstick from a pre 80's 350 small block? I'm trying to go to a pick a part tomorrow because I don't like not being to check my oil. Help please!
kdracer73
10-27-2010, 02:25 PM
It should be ok...I got a chrome, china made one at pepboys and it worked great. It just said 5.7 Chevy ..no year on package. I know 5qts was right on the old one and the new one was the same.
enkeivette
10-27-2010, 03:13 PM
Yes, pre 80. RH dipsticks are a different length.
enkeivette
10-27-2010, 03:29 PM
I wouldn't get a chrome dipstick, they are a bitch to install. It's like a press fit but the housing it too thin to hammer in without destroying it.
89StangGuy
10-27-2010, 03:37 PM
Oh ok cool thanks for both the responses. I'll probably just go with whatever they have that's cheaper. Probably works the same, i don't really care about the engine being flashy. Looks like ill be off to pep boys / auto zone today. Thanks again guys!