So, I really hate the cable type oil dipstick my 96 Cobra has. I'd like to find a flat metal type that I can use instead. The cable one makes it hard to tell the oil level, to me at least. Maybe it is because I am using Royal Purple oil and it's almost clear on the dipstick after oil changes. One the oil gets a lil dirty I'm sure I will be able to tell the level no problem. I'm thinking if there is no matching alternative with the low/full marks in the correct spot, I can make one. Just measure the length of mine then find one about 3' longer. Then I can Cut it to the same length and have a clean slate to mark the Correct "low" and mark the "high" at the 7qt level we seem to use. Tried being a good lurker and using the search function to no avail. Ron
I'm not sure what you mean by cable type. Sounds almost like an aftermarket piece? If I'm correct, the 2 and 4 valve should share an oil dipstick, and mine is indeed flat. A trip to a pick and pull might get you exactly what you want.
Actually, scratch that. I just went and checked my own dipstick and found exactly what you meant by cable type. Shows how often I check my oil. Maybe see if a 4.6l truck has a flat stick?
I might just go to pick and pull and find a long dipstick from a Ford truck or the like. As long as the dipstick tube diameter is the same. Then just modify the dipstick to my needs. The flashlight idea is good though. I think I could find a unicorn that poops gold bars easier than finding a flat steel one with the same markings in the correct place...
Let me know hoe your search turns out. If you don't find one I might be able to come off of mine. I want that fancy Lokar dipstick for our engines lol.
