The dipstick never got caught in the tube. The broken off end with the red plastic gauge is what is down in the pan or tube....
From what Steve said, I have nothing to worry about for now....except buying a new dip stick.....

Thanks,
Dave Bunker

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Dave Bunker
1987 420SEL, 180k strong Blu & Grey
2004 Road King Custom
Sacramento, CA
tvbunk@comcast.net