Re: Question?
Darren, welcome to Fordbarn. Pretty car.
There really is no need for a gasket-ed dip stick. The engine crankcase does not use a vacuum to control oil, so there will always be minor seepage. You might also check the oil fill tube to verify the baffles are there and the oil droplets are not coming from that area. If so, a 'band-aid' remedy is to insert a kitchen pan scrub pad (Brillo pad) down into the oil filler and then insert the cap over this. This will stop the oil from being "slung out" past the cap.
Also check to ensure the oil level is not overfull in the pan. Removing the oil filler cap while the engine is running may also tell you if you have excessive blow-by from the piston rings. Let us know what you find and we'll walk you thru the process. Congrats on your new gift!!
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