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    Problems draining oil from dipstick-GM Vortec

    I noticed that the dipstick starts off straight but then goes into the engine block just above the oil plan at a 45 degree angle. I've pushed the Mityvac 7400 hose all the way and its longer than the dipstick. I can hear the hose rattle about in the engine block but it doesn't suck any oil. It...
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    Problems draining oil from dipstick-GM Vortec

    Thanks brybo86 - no garden hose thread on the dipstick any other ideas
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    Problems draining oil from dipstick-GM Vortec

    Hi I've got a GM vortec inboard engine (V8 340HP 5.4L). There is no drainage hose from the bottom of the oil pan so I've got to drain the engine oil through the dipstick. I'm using a Mityvac 7400 and have inserted the smaller tube into the dipstick. Ive driven the boat around before I try and...
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