BF (4.0) Dipstick blow-out fix [message #302754] |
Tue, 28 June 2016 10:42 |
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Matt Colie
Messages: 8547 Registered: March 2007 Location: S.E. Michigan
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Our otherwise great Onan erupted into a cloud of smoke at the fireworks. I shut it down promptly.
The dipstick has gotten so loose in the tube that not only does it not seal, but the crankcase pressure will easily blow by it.
I wrapped it with teflon tape and put it back on-line as it was a hot night. This worked, but I know it won't last long.
The seal does not look replaceable. JimK might have new, but the shipping would have to exceed the part cost.
Does anybody have a plan to make the dipstick stay tight?
Matt
Matt & Mary Colie - Chaumière -'73 Glacier 23 - Members GMCMI, GMCGL, GMCES
Electronically Controlled Quiet Engine Cooling Fan with OE Rear Drum Brakes with Applied Control Arms
SE Michigan - Near DTW - Twixt A2 and Detroit
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