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Old 05-26-2026, 10:44 PM   #2
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Default Re: what is the purpose of the oil dipper at back of motor?

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Originally Posted by JD4430 View Post
Please excuse my ignorance but I am a beginner and I want to learn. I have a 1930 Model AA farm truck. My oil pan was removed to clean all of the gunk out. I noticed at the back of the motor there is an arm extending downward. I am thinking this is what is called the "oil dipper". What is its function? When I put the oil pan back on is the dipper supposed to extend below the dipper tray?

This is not a dipper, it’s a drain tube that drains excess oil from the rear main bearing.
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