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The tube does extend well below the flare. The O-ring also seats below the flare. You can usually tweak the bracket at the cylinder head to put more pressure on the o-ring, but since your tube is snapped, you need to R&R the tube.
You might be able to get away by inserting a smaller tube inside the existing tube to join both pieces together, using some sort of liquid adhesive, such as Loctite Adhesive Sealant, or brazing. Just be sure it's still large enough for your dipstick to pass through......
You might be able to get away by inserting a smaller tube inside the existing tube to join both pieces together, using some sort of liquid adhesive, such as Loctite Adhesive Sealant, or brazing. Just be sure it's still large enough for your dipstick to pass through......