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BPH90LX

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• Sep 21, 2005

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1st problem is the dipstick is really hard to put back in after checking the oil, it feels like its catching on something at a few different points and takes some manuvering to get all the way in. What could be causing this?

2nd thing is I went to check the timing but I dont see any marks on the crank except for a dab of paint, how can I tell the timing?

 

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BPH90LX said:

I went to check the timing but I dont see any marks on the crank except for a dab of paint, how can I tell the timing?

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Take some solvent & wipe down the harmonic balancer. The marks are there, probably just covered up with dirt.

 

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After doing what jrichker said, it also helps to take some chalk and fill in the marks you are going to use. It makes it MUCH easier to see the marks.

 

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thanks, any ideas whats causing the dipstick problem?

 

slow5poh

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i would just buy a new dipstick and tube. the tube id probably pinched somewhere or the stick is bent. i dont think they would be that expensive, and they are easy to change.

also use a yellow lumber crayon for the mark on ur balancer.