Broken dipstick nub? How I got it out

[69moredoor]

I searched and found several threads on removing the broken off nub on the dipstick tube (in the block). My engine was in the car and I did not want to pull the pan or other methods. I cleaned the area first.. found a lag bolt the fit...then..

Weld a long thin bolt to the lag bolt. Then weld a large nut to that bolt head. The large nut was so I could thread it to my slide hammer. Use a ratchet/socket to screw In the lag bolt just a little. Screw on slide hammer...came out super easy!!

 

[Joey4speed]

Cool.
You made it sound easy.
Good job welding.

 

[RustyRatRod]

That was pretty dang smart!

 

[Plymouth 65]

Necessadie is the mother of all inventions! 65"

 

[Nat]

WOULD A MAGNET WORK OR IS THE DIP NON MAGNETIC?

 

[Dana67Dart]

IMHO nub typically brakes because it is rusted in place etc.

Magnet, assuming tube is ferrous material, would not be strong enough to do anything.

 

[Joey4speed]

The broken tube is press fit into a hole. A magnet would not work