Engine oil dipstick replacement part needed

GSBERO

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2004 FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC
4.0L
6 CYL
4WD
AUTOMATIC
124,000 MILES

I need a solid metal oil dipstick for Sport Trac the plastic/metal one broke.

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Friday, October 18th, 2019 AT 3:33 PM

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STEVE W.

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Welcome to 2CarPros. That's a common issue with the top of the stick breaking off. I have seen replacement handles for them made from aluminum online, but not a complete dipstick unless you opt to buy something like a racing or universal style part. The replacements are held on with the same pin the OEM parts use.

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Friday, October 18th, 2019 AT 6:19 PM

GSBERO

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Thanks. Can you tell me who might have the aluminum handle type? It would be better than the plastic ones that just get brittle and break.

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Friday, October 18th, 2019 AT 7:14 PM

STEVE W.

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I've seen them on Jegs, VMS racing and others. I just tried searching for aluminum dip stick handle. Just need to make sure the top section will fit into the tube.

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Friday, October 18th, 2019 AT 7:43 PM

GSBERO