Dipstick felt washer and oil level

[singapore stag]

Hi, Is this the correct size felt washer?
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This is the oil level with the felt washer (black cable tie indicating level)
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This is the level without felt washer
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Stupid question but which do I go by ...I am sure the felt washer is too thick.

[Lingen]

It does look a bit thick. The one on my car was flush with the metal cup when I fitted it, but has sunk a bit over the years. However the difference in level readings it is causing are so small they won't matter..
Mike.

[singapore stag]

It does look a bit thick. The one on my car was flush with the metal cup when I fitted it, but has sunk a bit over the years. However the difference in level readings it is causing are so small they won't matter..
Mike.

Thanks for your reply...this felt washer was from a trader who has a brother.

[jbuckl]

Thanks for your reply...this felt washer was from a trader who has a brother.

There is your answer!

[singapore stag]

These are from 4 different traders.........which one is the right one. Surely this should not be the case buying a single part.

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[Phil S]

2nd picture looks about right the biscuit colour

[022Dave]

I wouldn't go overboard to get the exact part; just trim the existing one so that it is fitting flush with the metal 'cup' that holds it. I'd probably secure it into the cup with Evostick or similar. At least then you'll get a meaningful oil level reading, and it will also provide a seal for the crankcase.

Dave

[Roy_S]

Must fit mine, apparently being sat in a packet in the boot is not the optimun position for it......

[dasadrew]

... I found a good replacement for the felt washer: for those mindrills (Dremel etc.) there are small polishing / buffing wheels available. I found these to be exactly the firm and durable felt needed for the dipstick. A bit of trimming is all that's needed.

Drew

[Roy_S]

Just used a few of those to clean up the alloys, tried the mop type which wore out 2 or 3 per wheel, the felt type probably 1 for 2 wheels, and a better finish.

[Lingen]

Although this is not exactly a safety-critical part, it is pretty depressing that even specialist suppliers of Stag parts can't be bothered to get it right. "A felt washer is a felt washer" attitude simply isn't good enough.
Mike.

[DMT]

Mine is the same as yours as sukhi.

I will now go and trim it.

Dave

[singapore stag]

Originally posted by dasadrew
... I found a good replacement for the felt washer: for those mindrills (Dremel etc.) there are small polishing / buffing wheels available. I found these to be exactly the firm and durable felt needed for the dipstick. A bit of trimming is all that's needed.

Drew


Good idea Batman!!
Got a few lying about will trim and fit,