Magnetic dipstick for generator

Question

Has anyone installed one of these from Amazon in a non-Honda portable generator? I have a Firman 3300w inverter and have the magnetic dipstick in my Amazon cart but not sure it will fit. They are all advertised as being "for Honda" or "for Yamaha".

Surely someone here has one they installed in a Chinese genset...

kerrlakeroo · Answer

That units engine is a Honda "clone" 171 cc  G-42 series  if that helps. Old 1970's design.  Chinese made, most parts fit, but not all.

gbopp · Answer

As an option, can you get a magnetic oil drain plug?

pianotuna · Answer

Hi,Be sure to order the right size! I was gifted a beautifully machined one--that was too small.This is off topic--but I am going to try this for my genny oil changes:https://www.amazon.com/Fumoto-F-109N-Engine-Drain-Valve/dp/B003VCDABU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1518279409&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=109N

kpackpackkelley · Answer

I’d rather have the threaded drain plug magnetized. When you change the oil  clean it off. But I guess the dipstick would work a well just make sure to get the right length.

gjac · Answer

You can magnetize your dip stick by sliding a magnet across the tip multiple times. I did this on my 54 Ford in high school it works but a magnetized drain plug or a magnetic on the outside of the oil pan will work better.

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