How long is your dipstick?
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How long is your dipstick?
Almost hate to ask this question, but better here than in OT. I did search and the last guy who asked never even got a straight answer. I was looking at ordering a chrome dipstick for my transmission and noticed there were 24" and 27". I then saw somewhere else where a 24" was for a TH400 and the 27" is for a TH350. I have a TH350. It also leaks from various different places depending upon what mood it is in. Now I am wondering If I have a too short dipstick (no coments here please) and too much fluid in my tranny. OK, have at it! 
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My dipstick is long enough, but that darn sucker is not chrome! 
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Uhhhhhh.....
I think you should just pull your dipstick out and measure it! Now you may want to shake of any excess goo on it, and make sure it is good and straight, and then measure it. I would measure it to right underneath where it flares out a bit! It's always more fun however, to get help when measuring your dipstick, as someone can hold it for you! 
If all fails and you can't get your dipstick straight enough to measure it properly, they make a special order dip stick renewal product that will straighten it out in a matter of minutes. Beware however, if it stays straight for more than 4 hrs., you may want to seek expert mechanical attention. 
I think you should just pull your dipstick out and measure it! Now you may want to shake of any excess goo on it, and make sure it is good and straight, and then measure it.
I would measure it to right underneath where it flares out a bit! It's always more fun however, to get help when measuring your dipstick, as someone can hold it for you! If all fails and you can't get your dipstick straight enough to measure it properly, they make a special order dip stick renewal product that will straighten it out in a matter of minutes. Beware however, if it stays straight for more than 4 hrs., you may want to seek expert mechanical attention.
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Originally Posted by brooksman9
Almost hate to ask this question, but better here than in OT. I did search and the last guy who asked never even got a straight answer. I was looking at ordering a chrome dipstick for my transmission and noticed there were 24" and 27". I then saw somewhere else where a 24" was for a TH400 and the 27" is for a TH350. I have a TH350. It also leaks from various different places depending upon what mood it is in. Now I am wondering If I have a too short dipstick (no coments here please) and too much fluid in my tranny. OK, have at it!
I just went out and measured my '77 with turbo 350.
27" from tip to the rubber seal inside the handle. This is a stock tube and dipstick.
Good luck,
Jeff
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Originally Posted by brooksman9
does 27" include the handle or not? Yes, mine has a handle
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Originally Posted by MsVetteMan
Uhhhhhh.....
I think you should just pull your dipstick out and measure it! Now you may want to shake of any excess goo on it, and make sure it is good and straight, and then measure it. I would measure it to right underneath where it flares out a bit! It's always more fun however, to get help when measuring your dipstick, as someone can hold it for you! If all fails and you can't get your dipstick straight enough to measure it properly, they make a special order dip stick renewal product that will straighten it out in a matter of minutes. Beware however, if it stays straight for more than 4 hrs., you may want to seek expert mechanical attention.
I think you should just pull your dipstick out and measure it! Now you may want to shake of any excess goo on it, and make sure it is good and straight, and then measure it.
I would measure it to right underneath where it flares out a bit! It's always more fun however, to get help when measuring your dipstick, as someone can hold it for you! If all fails and you can't get your dipstick straight enough to measure it properly, they make a special order dip stick renewal product that will straighten it out in a matter of minutes. Beware however, if it stays straight for more than 4 hrs., you may want to seek expert mechanical attention. this is a great answer.......
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[QUOTE=MsVetteMan
Beware however, if it stays straight for more than 4 hrs., you may want to seek expert mechanical attention. [/QUOTE]
If mine stayed straight for more than 4 hrs I would call all my friends and brag!
Beware however, if it stays straight for more than 4 hrs., you may want to seek expert mechanical attention.
[/QUOTE]If mine stayed straight for more than 4 hrs I would call all my friends and brag!
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Originally Posted by MsVetteMan
I would measure it to right underneath where it flares out a bit!
But why measure? I thought one size fits all.
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Thanks for all the answers (i think). I did measure mine and it is 24" to the rubber gromet. Since I have been told by the PO (now affectionately known as POS) that the transmission was rebuilt at some time, it still makes me wonder if they installed the wrong dipstick at that time. And from a few other posts I have read I believe that if it has too much fluid it will leak. At one time I thought it was leaking where the shifter linkage entered the tranny case which is above the top of the pan. I think I will order the 27" stick and see how it works out. Anyone replaced these? Is the tube difficult to remove? Anyone else care to talk about their own dipstick? 
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your dipsticks size doesn't matter. it's how you use it. steer away from aftermarket products that claim they can lengthen your dipstick. also, excessive bowing in the dipstick is not uncommon in young dipsticks and usually resolves itself with age. also, pulling out your dipstick in public is not considered proper social etiquette so i would recommend you avoid this practice. finally, most dipsticks have had their tip trimmed at the factory but occasionally you'll see one without this modification. either one will get the job done.
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Originally Posted by greyghost79
your dipsticks size doesn't matter. it's how you use it. steer away from aftermarket products that claim they can lengthen your dipstick. also, excessive bowing in the dipstick is not uncommon in young dipsticks and usually resolves itself with age. also, pulling out your dipstick in public is not considered proper social etiquette so i would recommend you avoid this practice. finally, most dipsticks have had their tip trimmed at the factory but occasionally you'll see one without this modification. either one will get the job done.
That was good! lmao
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From: Arlington Va Current ride 04 vert, previous vettes: 69 vert, 77 resto mod
as evidenced by this post....many people have different views on their Dipstick. some are content to check it out while doing routine maintenance while others feel a need to be constantly handling it and checking things to see if they have changed.