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Just for comparison, I measured my oil dipstick (57 Fairlane 500 w/292) from the inside of the stop to the end of the dipstick measures 24.19 inches and from the end of the dipstick to the full mark measures 2.69 inches. When I fill with 5 quarts (including filter), the level comes up just above the full mark by 1/8" or so. I know the manual shows 5 quarts (plus 1 for the filter), but 5 quarts on my dipstick comes up right about the full mark (with filter change)
You might compare these dimensions against the replacement dipstick you have (with the stop) to see how it compares. You could adjust the levels slightly by modifying the dipstick tube also. The main thing is to have the level on full with the correct amount of oil.
Dave