Help please my dipstick is missing.

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Old Jun 7, 2011 | 11:32 AM
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I have a 1996 3.8l automatic and I just realised it does not have a dipstick and fill tube for the trans. I called the stealership and they informed me that gm no longer makes the part and they cannot get one. What do I do any ideas?
 
Old Jun 7, 2011 | 12:13 PM
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Time to visit a junk yard.
 
Old Jun 7, 2011 | 09:42 PM
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I was hoping someone here may have one on here my nearest junkyard is over an hour away. Or maybe a universal replacement or alternative part.
 
Old Jun 7, 2011 | 11:20 PM
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some junk yards will ship parts for a slight price increase (at least mine does for only around 10% plus shipping costs)

actually where about in GA are you my junk yard just got in 3 3.8 auto camaros
 
Old Jun 8, 2011 | 06:36 AM
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I'm in brunswick. Hey if I'm not close enough email me your info and I will order one from you.
 
Old Jun 8, 2011 | 10:43 AM
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ohh ya its a ways about 5 hrs lol i should be going to the junkyard tomorrow or the next day if theres one still there ill grab it and let you know
 
Old Jun 8, 2011 | 11:17 AM
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Ok thanks
 
Old Jun 8, 2011 | 12:26 PM
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Hey Basic, you could be a dipstick........salesman, to help fund your project.
 
Old Jun 8, 2011 | 01:11 PM
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exactly
 
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