Is the oil level sender busted?

Zero Signal

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I was cleaning all the sludge from my oil pan so I could mount it up to the new motor. I decided to removed the oi level sensor to seal it up with some thread sealant and RTV. Well I noticed that the little black cylinder inside it was loose as if it may have busted off inside there. Is it supposed to be loose or did I brake it when I shot water at it with the hose? I suppose I can go to the parts store and see, but I'd rather be lazy and ask.

 

HISSIN50

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It seems to me that the cylinder should be rigid. Some guys have gooped it up with success however (I need to on the 88 - mine's in the same boat as yours).

I would take the sensor with you to the parts store......................... so you can get the correct adapter for that oil temp gauge.

 

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Apparently nobody in town has it but Ford, so when the time comes, I'll be making a trip to the dealer.

 

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Zero Signal said:

Apparently nobody in town has it but Ford, so when the time comes, I'll be making a trip to the dealer.

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HISSIN50

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You could get a large bolt and insert it. The Shape has done this and might have a bolt thread size for you.

I had a feeling it was a dealer only item (and even then might be S.O.). You might be time and money ahead (shipping included) to get it through a resto house (LRS, etc).