Catch Can Question
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Racer
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Catch Can Question
I purchased a Catch Can on Ebay but it did not come with instructions. My question is, Where should the PCV valve go? Should it be between the crankcase and the catch can OR between the catch can and intake?
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Originally Posted by VETT2DY4
I purchased a Catch Can on Ebay but it did not come with instructions. My question is, Where should the PCV valve go? Should it be between the crankcase and the catch can OR between the catch can and intake?
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Originally Posted by AMERICAN_HP
LS1 or LS6??
Tell him quick before his valve disappears like some of us...
Should be getting my AMW can anytime now. Crank line to top of can....bottom line to Intake.
Think I should by a PCV valve and put it in line to the Crank..
DH (PCV-LESS)
Melting Slicks
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Originally Posted by Dirty Howie
Tell him quick before his valve disappears like some of us...
Should be getting my AMW can anytime now. Crank line to top of can....bottom line to Intake.
Think I should by a PCV valve and put it in line to the Crank..
DH (PCV-LESS)
Should be getting my AMW can anytime now. Crank line to top of can....bottom line to Intake.
Think I should by a PCV valve and put it in line to the Crank..
DH (PCV-LESS)
Last edited by frank dupuy; Sep 19, 2005 at 05:57 PM.
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Originally Posted by frank dupuy
Howie you are in the early stages of PCV intoxication. Vett2dy4 has a 2001 you have a 2004 two different system configurations. I don't think it should matter where the PCV is installed relative to the catch can. Before or after will depend on the location of PCV on the motor. I think keeping catch can in a secure and accessible location for service would be my top priority. Howie you don't need to buy a PCV but you do need to get your car ready in order to guide me around Willow on Sunday,you already missed last Saturday.
It was a JOKE Frank....a JOKE: Air must be pretty thin way above those roll hoops
I am WAY ready for Sunday....
DH
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Originally Posted by Dirty Howie
Tell him quick before his valve disappears like some of us...
Should be getting my AMW can anytime now. Crank line to top of can....bottom line to Intake.
Think I should by a PCV valve and put it in line to the Crank..
DH (PCV-LESS)
Should be getting my AMW can anytime now. Crank line to top of can....bottom line to Intake.
Think I should by a PCV valve and put it in line to the Crank..
DH (PCV-LESS)
. I take it you havent called one of our reputable tuners here on the forum and asked them.I cant beleive your actually gonna make a rude a$$ comment when you actually have NO CLUE as to what your talking about. I dont tell you how to clean my teeth, dont "ACT" like you know what your talking about when it comes to cars.
Last edited by Jeff @ TPE; Sep 20, 2005 at 11:24 AM.
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I'm on Long Island have a catch can on 2001 e-mail me your telephone number and I'll walk you thru it hall1836@optonline.net
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Former Vendor
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Originally Posted by frank dupuy
Howie you are in the early stages of PCV intoxication. Vett2dy4 has a 2001 you have a 2004 two different system configurations. I don't think it should matter where the PCV is installed relative to the catch can. Before or after will depend on the location of PCV on the motor. I think keeping catch can in a secure and accessible location for service would be my top priority. Howie you don't need to buy a PCV but you do need to get your car ready in order to guide me around Willow on Sunday,you already missed last Saturday.
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Originally Posted by AMERICAN_HP
I'm sure you guys already know this as to your expertise in PCV Valves, but actually there IS a location that is most effective with the PCV system. The PCV valve has about a 3" wire connected to it. This wire has a small clip on the end. That clip is attached the the long threaded stud on the top of the block right next to the intake. The reason its secured there is NOT just for stability reasons, but for condensation. According to GM, that wire aids in the reduction of condensation in the PCV system. It also help in very cold climates.
Thinking about installing a catch can myself.
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Originally Posted by AMERICAN_HP
I'm sure you guys already know this as to your expertise in PCV Valves, but actually there IS a location that is most effective with the PCV system. The PCV valve has about a 3" wire connected to it. This wire has a small clip on the end. That clip is attached the the long threaded stud on the top of the block right next to the intake. The reason its secured there is NOT just for stability reasons, but for condensation. According to GM, that wire aids in the reduction of condensation in the PCV system. It also help in very cold climates.
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Stupid question, but.....I take it this "catch can" is a must do mod. for the long run of the engine! I just bought my 97 a few weeks ago and I'm trying to learn everything I can as fast as I can!!
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Originally Posted by CorvetteSteve
Stupid question, but.....I take it this "catch can" is a must do mod. for the long run of the engine! I just bought my 97 a few weeks ago and I'm trying to learn everything I can as fast as I can!!
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Originally Posted by AMERICAN_HP
HA HA Funny . I take it you havent called one of our reputable tuners here on the forum and asked them.
I cant beleive your actually gonna make a rude a$$ comment when you actually have NO CLUE as to what your talking about. I dont tell you how to clean my teeth, dont "ACT" like you know what your talking about when it comes to cars.
. I take it you havent called one of our reputable tuners here on the forum and asked them.I cant beleive your actually gonna make a rude a$$ comment when you actually have NO CLUE as to what your talking about. I dont tell you how to clean my teeth, dont "ACT" like you know what your talking about when it comes to cars.
I made no rude A$$ comments. I was trying to be humorous and assumed you would reflect on the other thread we were both posting on.
If you read my posts you will see I profess to know nothing. If thats not clear let me say it again. I don't know **** about how engines work. I don't do any work on my car ...... I let professionals do that. I might install this catch can....but will have it checked later.
In the other posts I never questioned your knowledge (read them and you will see). All I ever did was to state flatly that I don't have a valve where you say I should (and I am not alone). I even tried to come up with some plausible expanations in your defense.
This PCV is a curious situation to me. I am trying to learn...and listen/read all comments. If you are offended by anything I said then you have taken it ALL WRONG
If you don't feel like apologizing too me publicly then just send me a box of SEES candy.....
DH
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Originally Posted by frank dupuy
In my opinion the catch can on a stock C5 is not a must do mod but probably won't hurt anything if installed properly. Will help keep carbon deposits out of your motor. On a high HP/supercharged or turbo motor it becomes more important also if you plan on tracking your car. Welcome aboard.
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This will apply to your '01, these are pics of my install.
You can see the PCV is located down close to the vally cover, make sure you have it where its going the right direction, incase you don't know its a big one way valve and only works when its pointed the correct dirrection, open goes toward the catch can.
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You can see the PCV is located down close to the vally cover, make sure you have it where its going the right direction, incase you don't know its a big one way valve and only works when its pointed the correct dirrection, open goes toward the catch can.
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Originally Posted by VETT2DY4
I purchased a Catch Can on Ebay but it did not come with instructions. My question is, Where should the PCV valve go? Should it be between the crankcase and the catch can OR between the catch can and intake?
Thanks
Thanks
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Originally Posted by Dirty Howie
HEY!!!!!!
I made no rude A$$ comments. I was trying to be humorous and assumed you would reflect on the other thread we were both posting on.
If you read my posts you will see I profess to know nothing. If thats not clear let me say it again. I don't know **** about how engines work. I don't do any work on my car ...... I let professionals do that. I might install this catch can....but will have it checked later.
In the other posts I never questioned your knowledge (read them and you will see). All I ever did was to state flatly that I don't have a valve where you say I should (and I am not alone). I even tried to come up with some plausible expanations in your defense.
This PCV is a curious situation to me. I am trying to learn...and listen/read all comments. If you are offended by anything I said then you have taken it ALL WRONG
If you don't feel like apologizing too me publicly then just send me a box of SEES candy.....
DH
I made no rude A$$ comments. I was trying to be humorous and assumed you would reflect on the other thread we were both posting on.
If you read my posts you will see I profess to know nothing. If thats not clear let me say it again. I don't know **** about how engines work. I don't do any work on my car ...... I let professionals do that. I might install this catch can....but will have it checked later.
In the other posts I never questioned your knowledge (read them and you will see). All I ever did was to state flatly that I don't have a valve where you say I should (and I am not alone). I even tried to come up with some plausible expanations in your defense.
This PCV is a curious situation to me. I am trying to learn...and listen/read all comments. If you are offended by anything I said then you have taken it ALL WRONG
If you don't feel like apologizing too me publicly then just send me a box of SEES candy.....
DH
4 days worth of being sick with the flu AND taking care of a 3 year old that is sick with the flu can wear on a persons nerves.
See's candy in the mail...