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: short stick?


jrm
Jun 30th, 99, 5:18 PM
Hate to ask but would someone mind taking a tape measure to the dipstick on their big block. I think mine is from a small block. It reads way too low for having 5 qts. in a 5 qt pan. Seems like a simple way to find out if it's the wrong one before ordering a new one. Thanks.

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67RAT
Jun 30th, 99, 5:57 PM
hey jrm
seen ya had no replys, so i booked out to the garage to check it out. my 427 is 21 and a quarter from inside the tube seat to the end.buuuuttt, it is a chrome after market.anyway it seams correct.well hope this helps.old chevys never die,they just crush fords.good luck,man
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jrm
Jul 1st, 99, 10:41 AM
thanks 67rat, I'll go check it out. appreciate the effort!