(MCC400) Small Block Chevy 1957 thru 1979 Chrome Engine Oil Dipstick Fits 283 327 350 383 400 Chevy Engines  Material Chrome steel , triple plated Copper / Nickel / Chrome Thickness Steel thickness is approximately .040 Driver Side Small Block Chevy's built prior to 1979 have a drivers side dipstick this chrome dipstick is for engines from 1957-1979 Stick and Tube This chrome dipstick includes the stick and the tube Length   This dipstick is 19 inches in length Restrictions  WILL NOT Work on later model passenger side dipstick engines Dipstick Installation tips : When installing your new chrome dipstick make sure the hole it is going into is clean and free from debris Stick a short screw driver into the dipstick hole of the tube and gently push the dipstick into place, it is a compression fit so be sure the dipstick is all the way into the block ,taking care not to bend the tube upon installation. Do not force into the block with a hammer!