> oil, ran the engine, etc. We "filled" the oil filter up so the oil in the pan
> was at the right level, and then bent, measured and "marked" the dipstick and
> tube accordingly. Not too exact, but it worked fine.
>
>
> Phil
>
> P.S. Ask your dealer "parts-guy" how many Service bulletins have been issued
>by
> the MFG. for mis-marked-at-the-factory dipsticks (oil level).True, honest.
A few years ago SHELBY AMERICAN magazine (National SAAC) had a write-up
on this subject. My recollections is that the factory dipstick in K
code motors was not to be believed and a procedure similar to the above
was recommended.
Roland
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