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va beach biker
02-06-2008, 04:28 PM
I'm trying to get all my parts ordered for the upcomming header install, and I've come across a mention of having to modify the dipstick tube. Is this required with the Stainless Works set-up, or can the shop just modify the OEM one?

Thanks
Gunny
02-07-2008, 09:37 AM
You can re-use your OEM dip stick tube.

You will need to relocate the mounting tab that is welded to the tube. Once you have the SW headers installed, line the dip stick tube up & mark where the new location needs to be; weld it on & give it a shot of high temp black spray paint and you're all set. I would recommend replacing the o-ring at this time.

George
A26B
02-07-2008, 11:23 AM
What o-ring George? The only "seal" I recall on the dipstick tube is this one.
http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z224/A26B/DipstickSeal.jpg

It's a molded rubber. I'm not sure how hard it is to come by but a few guys have been looking.
bradslt5
02-07-2008, 11:32 AM
one can be made using rubber coating we use to coat hammer handles. put th e liquid rubber coating in the dipstick cavity coat the tube with vasiline let nit sit over night . trim the excess and poof instant seal renewal . hope this helps
bradslt5
02-07-2008, 11:35 AM
opps, that is only for the top seal up by the handle . one might be able to stack orings for the bottem. just a thought
Nick
02-07-2008, 02:11 PM
I have experience with an early set of SW headers, and the dipstick mod was a pain. NO mods required with the Jeal headers. Just bolt it back in. I can't believe this is still an issue with the SW headers? :icon_scra
va beach biker
02-07-2008, 03:44 PM
My headers just came in the mail today. They and the X pipe look really nice. I'm just trying to prepare for worst case, especially since a local shop is doing all the mods. I want to be able to drop off everything at once, and prep them for a possible hitch during the install. They're a first rate shop, but I'm sure this is the first set of LT-5 headers they've done.
Zr1 Destroyer
02-07-2008, 05:09 PM
What o-ring George? The only "seal" I recall on the dipstick tube is this one.
http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z224/A26B/DipstickSeal.jpg (http://%5BIMG%5Dhttp://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z224/A26B/DipstickSeal.jpg%5B/IMG%5D)

It's a molded rubber. I'm not sure how hard it is to come by but a few guys have been looking.I could never figure out why mine didn't have one when i first purchased my zr1, BUUUUUUT i found it when i did my 415!

It was stuck to the side of my suction tube under the windage tray for the oil pan along with what apeared to be around a half pound of old dryed up flange sealant from the past two builds(factory and rippie368). The only unrestricted area on the sump screen was the bottom......it was U G L Y!
A26B
02-08-2008, 12:32 AM
I could never figure out why mine didn't have one when i first purchased my zr1, BUUUUUUT i found it when i did my 415!

It was stuck to the side of my suction tube under the windage tray for the oil pan along with what apeared to be around a half pound of old dryed up flange sealant from the past two builds(factory and rippie368). The only unrestricted area on the sump screen was the bottom......it was U G L Y!

Nice!! "Somebody" shoved it on down into the crankcase reinstalling the dipstick tube without having the seal placed onto the tube first. Sounds like they were pretty generous with the hucky-puck too!

Gonna be in Breckenridge this year Ry?
Zr1 Destroyer
02-08-2008, 11:56 AM
Nice!! "Somebody" shoved it on down into the crankcase reinstalling the dipstick tube without having the seal placed onto the tube first. Sounds like they were pretty generous with the hucky-puck too!

Gonna be in Breckenridge this year Ry?Yep...i skipped last years because my engine wasn't done, but for sure rolling up the hill this summer!

How about you? Maybe you can talk Rod into taking the 427 Z up as well....it's just sitting begging to be flogged again!!!
Gunny
02-08-2008, 08:32 PM
What o-ring George? The only "seal" I recall on the dipstick tube is this one.
http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z224/A26B/DipstickSeal.jpg

It's a molded rubber. I'm not sure how hard it is to come by but a few guys have been looking.

Thanks for the "heads up" ... I've been in treatment for C.M.S. for several months now (can't remember s**t).
Yes, that's the part. I replaced mine a little over a year ago when I put SW headers on ... the old one was definitely cracked & needed replacement. Oddly enough I found one at my local dealer for around $5.00. Don't remember the P/N and since the General has been making so many of our parts "obsolete" I'm not even sure of current availability. Hopefully you can find one easily enough.

George