2nd Gen Ram Tech 1994-2001 Rams: This section is for TECHNICAL discussions only, that involve the 1994 through 2001 Rams. For any non-tech discussions, please direct your attention to the "General discussion/NON-tech" sub sections.

i have a dipstick problem lol

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old May 16, 2011 | 10:57 PM
  #1  
AceWyatt's Avatar
AceWyatt
Thread Starter
|
Registered User
Joined: Apr 2011
Posts: 30
Likes: 0
Default i have a dipstick problem lol

so i changed my oil today and tried to put the dipstick back in...instead it kept hittin the block, the tube broke off flush at the hole of the block. is there a way to get the broke piece out without removing the pan? now checking the oil is a 2 person job as i have to push the tube above the hole while someone runs the dipstick LOL
 
Reply
Old May 16, 2011 | 10:59 PM
  #2  
HeyYou's Avatar
HeyYou
Administrator
Veteran: Air Force
Community Favorite
15 Year Member
Community Builder
Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 87,403
Likes: 4,214
From: Clayton MI
Default

You might be able to get a sharp object in there, and pry it over enough so you can grab it with needle nose pliers, or some such. Or, screw a bolt into it, and yank/pry on that. Has worked for me in the past.
 
Reply
Old May 17, 2011 | 12:03 AM
  #3  
AceWyatt's Avatar
AceWyatt
Thread Starter
|
Registered User
Joined: Apr 2011
Posts: 30
Likes: 0
Default

cool thanx Hey You, was thinkin about puttin a little weld on there too with some 1/16 rod but if it ever broke i probably just create a bigger problem with weld on there
 
Reply




All times are GMT -4. The time now is 10:18 PM.