snapped dipstick (pics)

[callerys]

This just happened to me putting in a new DUI distributor. I want to keep it stock. Where can I get one? It seems I can't even find the $190 one now.

 

[Scout1067]

Heck, Morris has a Crown (I know, Crown is supposed to be garbage) AMC 258 i6 / 4.2l replacement dipstick tube for $6.99. I don't see how even the Chinese could screw up what is essentially a piece of sheet metal tubing.

The link: https://www.morris4x4center.com/crown-dipstick-tube-3176846.html

 

[callerys]

I saw this but it looks just like a straight piece of tube.

 

[Scout1067]

Isn't that essentially what the dipstick tube is or is it way more complex than I imagine? I mean all it has to do is hold the dipstick itself.

 

[Dan77CJ7]

Try Cleaning it up with brake clean paint it, then carefully apply a clean,smooth,smear of great stuff gasket maker around the base or any minor pin holes from your braze job. for me it would be worth the try but a new tube would look nice.

 

[callerys]

Try Cleaning it up with brake clean paint it, then carefully apply a clean,smooth,smear of great stuff gasket maker around the base or any minor pin holes from your braze job. for me it would be worth the try but a new tube would look nice.

This one is completely broken off. The tube has a bend. Just can't believe there are no replacements given how many of these motors were made. I am going to call around tomorrow to see if I can find a used one.

 

[Dan77CJ7]

This one is completely broken off. The tube has a bend. Just can't believe there are no replacements given how many of these motors were made. I am going to call around tomorrow to see if I can find a used one.

Call Jeeps Unlimited in Erie Colorado 303 666 9020 they should have it

 

[Super8mm]

This just happened to me putting in a new DUI distributor. I want to keep it stock. Where can I get one? It seems I can't even find the $190 one now.

Will this work?

Oil Dip Stick & Tube, 1972-81 Jeep 232 & 258 Six Cylinder Engine (NEW) - VintageJeepParts.com

 

[callerys]

Will this work?

Oil Dip Stick & Tube, 1972-81 Jeep 232 & 258 Six Cylinder Engine (NEW) - VintageJeepParts.com

Thanks guys I will give them a call. My current dipstick looks different than this however I might just do this.

 

[callerys]

Thanks guys I will give them a call. My current dipstick looks different than this however I might just do this.

I ended up getting one from Rudy's CJ's. Not cheap but is original.

 

[Dan77CJ7]

I ended up getting one from Rudy's CJ's. Not cheap but is original.

Never heard of them where are they located?

 

[callerys]

Never heard of them where are they located?

Ohio. Rudy's Classic Jeeps LLC - Home

 

[Turbogus]

I know this is an old thread but did you manage to find a support for the tube as I did in my photo above? Since installing mine so long ago there's not been one breakage. worth considering.

 

[callerys]

I know this is an old thread but did you manage to find a support for the tube as I did in my photo above? Since installing mine so long ago there's not been one breakage. worth considering.

The support was on the the replacement tube.