1986 Jaguar Xj6 This About Dipstick 4 2 Jag Motor 258cuin Prsent

1986 JAGUAR XJ6
80,000 MILES
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FRANK SIKORA
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this question is about the dipstick in a 4.2 jag motor 258cuin , the prsent stick is 21an 3/4 inchlong has markings on tip 340/4.2 is this the right one,it says 5 qts of oil is overfull but the motor should take 2or3 qts more, does any body know ??? i was thinking of buying a used one that fit on line but i dont know if that would be good or not. thanks for your help .
Dec 31, 2012 at 6:40 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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why not get a new one???

Roy
Dec 31, 2012 at 6:51 PM
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FRANK SIKORA
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i tried to buy a new dipstick but the cost was $85. plus tax a used one is 35 or less,thanks for not answering my question , i guess you dont know which dipstick to use, or if the one i have is right or wrong,thanks anways for your help..
Jan 1, 2013 at 12:56 PM
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