Dipstick tube 69Z

[detfox]

I just purchased the correct dipstick (according to research that has been posted) for my 69 Z28 on Ebay for $89 bucks!  Anyway, my question is: What is the correct length for the tube?  I have a new tube in a GM package that was supposed to be for a small block and measures approx 10 ¼ going around the bend.  The guy in Canada, where I bought the dipstick, said his tube (which was being sold separately) is 7 1/4. I searched through previous postings and haven't found anything specific to the length of the tube.

[1968RSZ28]

I just purchased the correct dipstick (according to research that has been posted) for my 69 Z28 on Ebay for $89 bucks!  Anyway, my question is: What is the correct length for the tube?  I have a new tube in a GM package that was supposed to be for a small block and measures approx 10 ¼ going around the bend.  The guy in Canada, where I bought the dipstick, said his tube (which was being sold separately) is 7 1/4. I searched through previous postings and haven't found anything specific to the length of the tube.

What's the part number on the dipstick tube you have?  My '69 Chevrolet P&A list part #3951600 has being the correct dipstick tube for a '69 Camaro with 302, 307, 327, and 350.  This part is still available from GM as of today.

Paul

P.S. - Is this the dipstick you purchased? ...

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/DIPSTICK-69-70-Camaro-Chevelle-Chevy-II-Z28-DZ-Pace-SS_W0QQitemZ220282464127QQcmdZViewItemQQptZMotors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories?hash=item220282464127&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245&_trkparms=65%3A13%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318

[detfox]

Paul- Yes that is the dipstick I purchased.  The dipstick tube I already have in the GM package doesn't have the P/N on it.  I bough that from some guy on ebay last year and I think he removed the part number.  I just ordered from GM Parts Direct tube number 3876870, now I'm confused should I have bought 3951600?

[CVKUEBER]

3951600 is the lower tube that fits in the block. 3876870 is the upper curved tube. Both correct replacements for 67-69 small block.

[detfox]

3951600 is the lower tube that fits in the block. 3876870 is the upper curved tube. Both correct replacements for 67-69 small block.

Okay I'm getting confused. The motor is in the car so it is external curved tube, that seems to be a pressed fit, I am trying to make sure is correct.  I'm not sure about the lower tube or if I need that - maybe I'm missing something here.  A picture would be helpful.   

[CVKUEBER]

The lower tube goes in first. It goes into the block and guides the stick into the pan. Once it is installed you cannot see it. Now the upper tube is pressed into the block hole, Above the lower tube.

[detfox]

The lower tube goes in first. It goes into the block and guides the stick into the pan. Once it is installed you cannot see it. Now the upper tube is pressed into the block hole, Above the lower tube.

That's what I thought - thanks that clears it up. I'm still interested in getting the measurement on the tube that the dipstick goes it.

[ss jim]

I believe the tube you need is 7-1/4". This would correspond to the dimensions of the dipstick given on the ebay auction. I also measured  one I have and they are the same. Hope this helps. Jim