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Pyro451 09-25-2019 11:25 AM

Same problem with my '16 FLSTFBS. Dealer replaced the first dipstick under warranty. I get that seal wear out, but that was pretty quick.

hattitude 09-27-2019 12:15 PM


Originally Posted by Flanman55 (Post 18563036)

I did... thanks for the reply the bigger o rings never worked. so i get an new oil dip stick and that never worked either. Bag next I guess


While adding an O-ring to the cap is an old, reliable remedy for a worn/weak cap seal...

If the O-ring or new cap don't work, you MAY have an issue with blow-by... there shouldn't be too much pressure in the oil tank.

If an O-ring and a new cap didn't work for me, I'd first do a compression test. If that was all good, I'd inspect the crank case breather system. Pressure getting by the rings, or not properly vented due to a clogged/broken breather assembly, could allow for too much pressure to build up in the crankcase and find its way to your oil tank....

RANGER73 09-29-2019 10:09 AM

I have this issue too with the temp dipstick.
I find that its me not wiping the rubber plug off before reinserting it into the bung. (pun intended)
I just wipe the little bit oil off the tank.


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