[89StangGuy]

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]

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]

Yes, pre 80. RH dipsticks are a different length.

[enkeivette]

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]

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!