Temporary dipstick replacement?

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Just got a used 2005 gx470. The previous owner for whatever reason didn't have a dipstick in it, was being blocked with a empty pen tube. Well my dumb self as broken the pen. I got all of the pen out of the hole but what would you guys suggest to use instead just so I can drive it to the dealership in the morning and get a replacement?
 
You really just need to keep debris out, and keep oil in. If it's just for a quick trip to the dealer, just cap the tube and don't try to put a plug in the tube. Cut off the finger of an old glove and zip tie it on? Or find a vacuum cap that fits, or a deep well socket with an extension in it to plug the hole of the socket.
 
You really just need to keep debris out, and keep oil in. If it's just for a quick trip to the dealer, just cap the tube and don't try to put a plug in the tube. Cut off the finger of an old glove and zip tie it on? Or find a vacuum cap that fits, or a deep well socket with an extension in it to plug the hole of the socket.
Thanks. I went ahead to a scrap yard near me and pulled one off a toyota just to make it to the dealer lol
 

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