- May 1, 2021
- 786
- Boat Info
- 1999 450 Express Bridge
Garmin 5212s, Garmin HD Radar
Raypilot 650
- Engines
- Cummins 6CTA.8.3M 430 HP
ZF 280-IV Transmissions
The piece of tube would heat faster than the block when putting heat on that area so the tube will actually get tighter in the hole. It is a significant interference fit so no matter how much heat was applied, it would make little difference.
Agreed.
I am not going to try this because it could crack the block, but warming up the block around the dipstick tube and the hitting the tube with an air duster upside down might break it loose. Kind of like the auto body guys who use dry ice and heat.