Yeah, no kidding, I noticed it when I was changing the oil.

1/2" black tip on the dipstick.

Is this standard? Anybody else notice this? And, why a black tip?

Arn

Yep, that's normal on the 2.8 dipsticks. I believe the purpose of that black tip is to help aid the dipstick pass through the dip stick tube without fetching up.

Thanks,

I expect it is plastic but I did not play with it.

First car I've had with that feature.

Arn

shouldn't you call a doctor about that?

quote Originally posted by theogre: shouldn't you call a doctor about that?

quote Originally posted by theogre: shouldn't you call a doctor about that?

LMBO! I ain't touchin' that line with a ten foot pole (especially one with a black tip).

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quote Originally posted by Arns85GT: Yeah, no kidding, I noticed it when I was changing the oil. 1/2" black tip on the dipstick. Is this standard? Anybody else notice this? And, why a black tip? Arn

The tip is a special plastic, and I suspect its primary purpose is to keep the dipstick from making metal shavings as it travels around the curve in the dipstick tube.

JazzMan

quote Originally posted by JazzMan: The tip is a special plastic, and I suspect its primary purpose is to keep the dipstick from making metal shavings as it travels around the curve in the dipstick tube.

Yeah... That or it's some sort of birth control. (Related to an Obscure short story about "servicing" cars. One of the funniest things I've ever read.)

When you get to be my age you'll paint the end of the dip sticks white. Makes it a lot easier to read even in the dark.

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