Billet AL Dipstick Replacement $20

[tnova]

Like many, the plastic T-handle on the dipstick on my car broke when dropped to the ground. Tracing the history on the forum and also talking to Jerry and emailing Carter it became apparent that none were available, though Carter is working on a long term project to make a replacement. Taking the broken dipstick in hand and visiting local auto parts stores and a speed shop I came upon a replacement with an aluminum knob that with very little modification will fit, all at a cost of $20. Purchased RPC part number R4957BA. It fits the dipstick tube and has an appropriate rubber seal. See the attached pics. It does need minor modification which I'll describe in subsequent posts in order to keep the pictures straight.

[tnova]

The replacement dipstick is too long and it sits about 2mm higher on the tube than the OEM. The end needs to be cut, compensating for needing 2mm more length. Then, with a Dremel, remark the dipstick using the OEM as reference. See the picture of the part of the dipstick that fits over the tube to see the 2mm difference in the cap portion.

[tnova]

It fits nicely and securely and looks sharp too

[tnova]

Of course, not to leave well enough alone, I went ahead and adapted the OEM dipstick to the RPC handle. Tools were a drill, awl, punch, hammer, and a bench vise along with 40 minutes. Not necessary but I just had to try.
Tony - Tnova

[A26B]

A much needed solution. I get calls like the one from Tony, looking for a dipstick and the tube. Always appreciate guys like Tony who take the time to come up with good alternatives.

[-=Jeff=-]

I formed a tube out of a piece of brake line, brazed a washer on the lower end as a stop when inserting in its location

Brazed a bracket on the other end which eliminated the added bracket for headers

[Dynomite]

Carter still has my Dipstick and Tube to design and fabricate a Billet Aluminum Handle (I need the Dipstick and Tube back Carter) :p

But......this is pretty good and Easy to Install.
I have installed this on five Zs :thumbsup:

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.corvetteforum.com-vbulletin/400x300-1/80-dipstick_cfdfbc78aa6abe264e4260759926537eaa9db4a9. jpg Chrome Oil Dipstick Handle (http://www.americanmuscle.com/dipstick-chrome-2011v6.html)

See Item #3.... Post 19 - LT5 Lubrication Tricks and Replace Dip Stick Handle (http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c4-zr-1-discussion/3005470-tech-info-lt5-modifications-rebuild-tricks-500-hp.html#post1580467641)

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[GOLDCYLON]

Carter still has my Dipstick to use to design and fabricate a Billet Aluminum Handle (I need that back sometime Carter) :p

But......this is pretty good and Easy to Install.
I have installed this on five Zs :thumbsup:

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.corvetteforum.com-vbulletin/400x300-1/80-dipstick_cfdfbc78aa6abe264e4260759926537eaa9db4a9. jpg Chrome Oil Dipstick Handle (http://www.americanmuscle.com/dipstick-chrome-2011v6.html)

See Item #3.... Post 19 - LT5 Lubrication Tricks and Replace Dip Stick Handle (http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c4-zr-1-discussion/3005470-tech-info-lt5-modifications-rebuild-tricks-500-hp.html#post1580467641)

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.corvetteforum.com-vbulletin/350x300-1/80-b19ddaea_5a73_4014_823f_462e0129feeb_1__1742b04034 b41d67bd56c990e278fc32189a8dac.jpghttps://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.corvetteforum.com-vbulletin/350x300-1/80-c1c044cf_ddef_497d_a40c_8b345727e604_1__8b450431d3 25b2780c991017a3376c38d4c5d975.jpg


I like this one Cliff

[Dynomite]

I like this one Cliff

That "one" has been around for a while :thumbsup:

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Carter was going to Out Do Me on that one and still has my Dip Stick and Tube I sent him with a broken Handle. I Broke ALL my Dip Stick Handles and Replaced ALL of them with the very Nice "Oil" Dip Stick Handle you can still buy on the Web for $19.99 :cheers:

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Chrome Oil Dipstick Handle (http://www.americanmuscle.com/dipstick-chrome-2011v6.html)

See Item #3.... Post 19 - LT5 Lubrication Tricks and Replace Dip Stick Handle (http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c4-zr-1-discussion/3005470-tech-info-lt5-modifications-rebuild-tricks-500-hp.html#post1580467641)