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Originally Posted by Rogh
Our Journey has the Cat 350 engine. Has anyone had difficulty getting the oil dip stick back into the engine? I need to twist it at least 360 degrees to get it back in. I am afraid that it might break off one of these times. The unit is new to me, so I don't know the history. Thanks
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Rogh,
Not long ago, there was an identical thread on the very same subject. Many reported the same problem. Our coach, an '04 Itasca Horizon 36GD with the CAT C-7 330HP (same exact engine only with a different flash on the computer) has never had any issues with re-insertion of the dip stick into its home. But, on that other thread, some suggested taking the very tip of it and bending it over to form a rolled edge that would prevent it from catching on any sharper surface inside that tube. They say, (they being some on here) that the dip stick tube is comprised of two parts and the lower part is inserted into the upper part and therefore, it is the sharp edge of the lower tube that is stumbling block for the tip of the dip stick to be easily inserted.
Again, I've never had such issues with mine. And, what's meant by bending the tip is, the VERY TIP, just bend it as close to a 180 degree bend as possible. There will be no difference in oil level readings. The level is the level, it will still register in the same spot as it did before any bend was placed on the tip. Good luck.
Scott
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