So, since it isn't really possible anymore to go pull a dipstick and tube from the self serve yards for a TH350 (nothing that old with drivetrain), I tried an aftermarket one (Pioneer 768023) which is the correct 27" length. Tube fit OK, stick was alittle off on the markings, but the part I can't figure out is that the tab to bolt to the bellhousing was off by around an inch and a half? WTF? the bellhousing pattern on the Chevrolet engine was the same for at least 40 years. How can you F something that simple up?
Looks like I'll be trying to straighten the tube and stick handle that the previous owner mangled after all.
Looks like I'll be trying to straighten the tube and stick handle that the previous owner mangled after all.