JPOR: Dip stick removal

[sperkio <sperkio@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

If it breaks, use a small awl, or center punch to fold it over into the
shape of a v then remove it by driving it through with a flat punch, or
grabbing it with a pair of needle nose pliers.

Perk

>> How do I remove the dip stick tube from the side of the block
>> without destroying it?  Is it just a press fit?  Should I be able
>> to grip it gently with vice grips & pull it out?  I need to have
>> the cylinders bored, and I assume the machinist will want that
>> tube out of the way.
> 
> It's a press fit.  New tubes are cheap (<$20) so I wouldn't worry if it gets
> mangled while removing it.  Just make sure you hang onto the bracket that
> attaches to the valve cover and holds it steady.

Bracket?  I have no such bracket.  Big surprise...