Pre 1974 dipstick picture

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CoupeFan
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Pre 1974 dipstick picture

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I believe the seal on my 1973 dipstick has shifted. I remember it being further down, on the straight part. It's now frozen on the slight angled kink further up. Of course it now 'reads' 1/2" under the minimum oil level mark. Any pictures would be appreciated of one in the proper position. Or a measurement.
Cheers,

Cesare Consaga
1973 124 Sport Coupe
1982 X1/9
2015 Fiat 500e
2012 Fiat 500
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hayesbd
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Your car is a: 1973 Spider
Location: Newark, Ohio, USA

Re: Pre 1974 dipstick picture

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On my 1973 1592, the top of the rubber seal flange is right at the angled bend. A measurement from the bottom of the rubber flange to the end of the dipstick is almost exactly 9 inches. If I recall correctly, a full load of 4 quarts puts it right to the "full" mark.
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Hope this helps.
Brian
Current: 1973 124 Spider
Previous: 1961 600D, 1970 850 Racer, 1973 124 Special, 1974 124 Special TC
CoupeFan
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Re: Pre 1974 dipstick picture

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Good enough. Thanks.
Cheers,

Cesare Consaga
1973 124 Sport Coupe
1982 X1/9
2015 Fiat 500e
2012 Fiat 500
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