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Crossflow dipstick
MikeRJ - 26/2/07 at 12:20 PM

I bought my engine has a basket case, and just realised that the dipstick is missing! Bit of a long shot, but someone may happen to have one lying around. It's a 1600 xflow from a Mk2 Escort (rear bowl sump). Beer tokens via paypal, bank transfer or cheque etc.

macnab - 26/2/07 at 12:28 PM

why not just make one?

bit off rod, file two groves, rubber bung on the end and bend a handle.

I'm sure the guys on here will give your the dimensions.

wicket - 26/2/07 at 12:33 PM

Mike
I should have one in the garage, I will have a look tonight and let you know.

MikeRJ - 26/2/07 at 09:22 PM

quote:
Originally posted by wicket
Mike
I should have one in the garage, I will have a look tonight and let you know.


Thanks! I could make one I suppose, providing I can find something that fits tightly into the dipstick tube and is oil resistant.

wicket - 26/2/07 at 10:15 PM

Mike
U2U me your address and I will send it to you, FOC

MikeRJ - 27/2/07 at 08:40 PM

quote:
Originally posted by wicket
Mike
U2U me your address and I will send it to you, FOC



That's an exceptionally generous offer, I have sent a U2U.

procomp - 28/2/07 at 08:55 AM

Hi be aware that the 1300 and 1600 are different oil height dimenssions so make shure you are using a 1600 one.

Ford did not always put the right one in the right engines either. Check the part number on the stick BA is 1600 AA is 1300 just like the engine blocks.

cheers matt

MikeRJ - 28/2/07 at 09:22 AM

Cheers Matt, another useful tip!

[Edited on 28/2/07 by MikeRJ]