does installing a catch can eliminate the PCV valve?

 

no

 

so the pcv valve is incorporated in to the plumbing of the catch can

 

It basically goes between the PCV and IM, just comes w/ longer hose. I'll take some pics of mine tomorrow. (Greddy)

 

right on, thanks also did you fill your catch can with a steelwool baffle

 

I used steel wool, however some people use scotch brite or brillo pads. I have heard that BBs are the best to use, because the moist, oily air condenses better on them and less goes into the IM, but I thought that would be too heavy, so I did the steel wool, plus I already had the steel wool. Just make sure none can break off and get sucked in, use screen if you have to.

 

how much steel wool did you use, should I fill the catch can to the top or just put a small amount in

 

I basically copied these guys:
http://www.c-speedracing.com/howto/c.../catchcan.html

Check this out too:
[URL][http://jdmfan.com/technical/performa...tch-tank//URL]

 

thanks

 

I am using a Moroso...its baffled and works fine.

 

where did you get the extra hose for the catch can, I can't seem to find the clear tubing anywhere?

 

This is what I am using from The Home Depot. Its 3/8"IDx5/8ODx1' Braided Vinyl Tubing w/ SKU #705065.



[Modified by Jeff C, 12:35 PM 11/17/2002]

 

thanks

 

the clear tubing might collapse.

you may need fuel line. (just think rubber tubing...can be bought anywhere).

 

I don't think greddy would sell the catch can with some tubing that would collapse.

true rubber tubing can be bought anywhere "but" the places I've looked (kragen, and autozone)

 

I don't have the greddy kit so I don't know what they offer, but the generic clear vinyl tubing you buy from Home Depot is not made to hold up at super high temps with oil flowing through it.

fuel line tubing should be available at any auto parts store (like autozone).

 

The Home Depot description of the stuff I suggested:

"-Braided PVC has four times the working pressure of single wall PVC.
-Smooth, dense bore maximizes flow and reduces sidiment buildup
-Excellent resistance to acids, alkalis, and mony solvents."

Also, the stuff is $.56 per foot, that doesnt sound generic to me.
I have used it for 5k miles now w/o a problem.

 

If you have a solid flow of super high temp oil, then you have some major problems. On a normal car, blow by gases are what passes throught this, it contains HC and some oil. With the motor running, pull off the PCV valve and put your hand over it, don't worry, it won't burn you.

 

thank you for the info, I am aware of this already.

I'm glad the clear vinyl tubing is working for you, but if you run your car very hard (such as tracking) then you will have hot oil "vapor" in the tubing for a prolonged amount of time. Several instances this has caused the tubing to collapse.

at ~$.50/ft give it a go. I'm sure it will be fine for most people.

 

thanks fellas i went and picked some up it looks good and works fine.

 

I bought that clear **** from Home Depot.......yay, it's pretty and clear!!!!............and freakin almost closed up on me.
Fuel line from Napa works well.