Anthony Pllu 262 Posted June 1, 2014 Hey guys I have a FMX Auto and i did a service on it and found half the dipstick in the pan. Its not even for a Trans its a Engine Dipstick hence why the last owner has snaped it off. As i dont know how much fluid i now have in my gear box as i dont have a dipstick Asking for help from anyone that has a FMX to messure the length of the dipstick and then how far up is the Full when running mark. I will then make up one to suit with the correct markings.. Have tried many auto shops and they cant help Thanks in Advance Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bear351c 10,260 Posted June 1, 2014 Yep, not much available for the cast iron lump. B&M don't make an adaptor for their shifters, can't buy aftermarket dipsticks, etc..... But, I FOOKIN" LOVE THEM........heavy as hell, but, bullet proof. Neck snapping gear changes, and...............ok, I'll go out and measure mine. Back soon. 1 XTREME KARTS XF reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bear351c 10,260 Posted June 1, 2014 OK, 595mm from underneath the cap, on the dipstick. is normal. 610mm is the ADD mark. Check when HOT in PARK. 2 XTREME KARTS XF and gerg reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anthony Pllu 262 Posted June 1, 2014 ok thats a good help thanks what is the total length of the stick from cap to point. im trying a 6cyl one and it seems to hit the pan with about 2 inches to go and its 695mm long Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bear351c 10,260 Posted June 1, 2014 Aww....man.! I just put all the shit back on the bonnet.!!! I'll have a guess that it was an extra 70-80mm from the mark, to the end, so that sounds about the same length. Shouldn't matter about the overall length, as long as it touches the fluid. Cut 10mm off at a time, until it stops hitting the pan. They are quite hard to push in the last 6 inches or so, just twist it a little. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anthony Pllu 262 Posted June 1, 2014 does the FMX have a level plug on it, dont trust with not knowing the right dipstick size. i did a pan drop before i took it out of the car and 5.5ltrs came out. i put back in 5L plus 1.5Ltr for spillage from the rear main and a new trans cooler. i should be ok but its not something i want to cook as i like this box Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bear351c 10,260 Posted June 1, 2014 Geez, now you're pushing my memory cells.......did i mention I drink a lot.!!? Not 100%, but I reckon one of the pan bolts is used as a drain, don't think I remember a fill plug. Got a big blue workshop manual, or a Gregorys? They will tell you the amount from dry. I think with an empty stall converter, the FMX holds 8-10 litres. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bear351c 10,260 Posted June 1, 2014 Here's a link to an American site who fitted a B&M to an FMX. Shift lever on the trans must be pointing DOWN. (On a column shift tranny, the lever points UP) http://therooseveltexperiment.com/blog/2011/06/21/using-a-bm-cable-shifter-with-a-ford-fmx-transmission/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anthony Pllu 262 Posted June 1, 2014 haha, yeah i sometimes have blood in my alcohol system to. well i need more fluid i think as start the car let it warm up put in D and nothing happens, give the throttle a blip and she get a gear. iv put another 1ltr in and its grabing gears everytime now but still not like it was Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hendrixhc 10,918 Posted June 1, 2014 For sale: one genuine fmx dipstick and tube in original ford Blue. $20 Pick up only. 1 PH351 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hendrixhc 10,918 Posted June 1, 2014 No drain plug on FMX pan and is filled through the dipstick tube. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anthony Pllu 262 Posted June 1, 2014 looks like im going for a drive to Barker 1 hendrixhc reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bear351c 10,260 Posted June 1, 2014 Race ya........... 1 XTREME KARTS XF reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hendrixhc 10,918 Posted June 1, 2014 oh competition - the highest bid is? 1 XTREME KARTS XF reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nos2 751 Posted June 1, 2014 Come on make it interesting. Best skid video Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anthony Pllu 262 Posted June 1, 2014 i cant skid till i have a working gearbox with fluid so thats unfair Share this post Link to post Share on other sites