PCV Valve Upgrade for 2000 LS1??? Need some input please
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Burning Brakes
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From: Sherman Texas
PCV Valve Upgrade for 2000 LS1??? Need some input please
I am planning on some weekend work to my 200 ls1, and would like some input on what to do about the pcv system for reducing my oil consumption. I have read through lots of the past posts, a few of them would not open up for me, but still I have no real clear idea of the best alternative to the stock set up. I am replacing and relocating the oil pressure sender this weekend, as well as installing an LS6 intake with a ported TB, and I would like to update the PCV at the same time. Let me know what my best option is. I do not race the car much at all, most of the driving is in town, just a few high rpm revs a day
. Any input is greatly appreciated. Thanks!!
Chris
. Any input is greatly appreciated. Thanks!!Chris
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I am planning on some weekend work to my 200 ls1, and would like some input on what to do about the pcv system for reducing my oil consumption. I have read through lots of the past posts, a few of them would not open up for me, but still I have no real clear idea of the best alternative to the stock set up. I am replacing and relocating the oil pressure sender this weekend, as well as installing an LS6 intake with a ported TB, and I would like to update the PCV at the same time. Let me know what my best option is. I do not race the car much at all, most of the driving is in town, just a few high rpm revs a day. Any input is greatly appreciated. Thanks!!
Chris
. Any input is greatly appreciated. Thanks!!Chris
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Burning Brakes
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From: Sherman Texas
Not really, about 1/2 quart between changes ~62k miles on the motor. There is a little build up in the manifold.
I did read a lot of the articles on catch cans, is that the best to do, or a filter? What about the pvc LS6 upgrade, is it worth the trouble?
Just trying to get a feel for the best resolution.
I did read a lot of the articles on catch cans, is that the best to do, or a filter? What about the pvc LS6 upgrade, is it worth the trouble?
Just trying to get a feel for the best resolution.
Drifting
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The new PCV valve is a very cost effective assistance to the LS oil in the intake problem.
Since you are doing the intake manifold for another 10-15 minutes and approx $60-75 (used) I would think about an LS6 valley cover.
I have a 2000 and although I do not use very much oil I did the valley cover, catch can and PCV valve and noticed a substantial difference in the amount of oil I saw in the throttle body area.
Since you are doing the intake manifold for another 10-15 minutes and approx $60-75 (used) I would think about an LS6 valley cover.
I have a 2000 and although I do not use very much oil I did the valley cover, catch can and PCV valve and noticed a substantial difference in the amount of oil I saw in the throttle body area.
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The new PCV valve is a very cost effective assistance to the LS oil in the intake problem.
Since you are doing the intake manifold for another 10-15 minutes and approx $60-75 (used) I would think about an LS6 valley cover.
I have a 2000 and although I do not use very much oil I did the valley cover, catch can and PCV valve and noticed a substantial difference in the amount of oil I saw in the throttle body area.
Since you are doing the intake manifold for another 10-15 minutes and approx $60-75 (used) I would think about an LS6 valley cover.
I have a 2000 and although I do not use very much oil I did the valley cover, catch can and PCV valve and noticed a substantial difference in the amount of oil I saw in the throttle body area.
Z06 vally cover, cross over tube block offs for the rear and I use a catch can! no more oil consumtion
The vally cover p/n 12568002 from GM parts house is $64.71, the plug to block the valve cover hole was $5.71 and I don't remember the price of the cross over block offs but you will need those with the LS6 intake anyway
Last edited by Finja; Sep 30, 2008 at 06:40 PM.
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Burning Brakes
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OK.. so the LS6 valley cover is worth modifying the block, but I do still need to run a catch can to keep out the rest of the oil. Any info on how much clearance I need on the block? Thanks
Chris
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Drifting
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Chris,
You should not have to modify block. You may have to use a block off for rear coolant lines as the LS6 intake manifold will not clear the LS1 coolant lines unless you notch the intake manifold. This is not a major project (just a dremel tool and a few minutes). Changing to an LS6 valley cover just means you need to change the routing of your breather hoses. I would still definitely run a catch can.
I haven't searched previous threads recently but I believe if you do a search there are some photos on this install.
J.R.
You should not have to modify block. You may have to use a block off for rear coolant lines as the LS6 intake manifold will not clear the LS1 coolant lines unless you notch the intake manifold. This is not a major project (just a dremel tool and a few minutes). Changing to an LS6 valley cover just means you need to change the routing of your breather hoses. I would still definitely run a catch can.
I haven't searched previous threads recently but I believe if you do a search there are some photos on this install.
J.R.
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Burning Brakes
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From: Sherman Texas
Chris,
You should not have to modify block. You may have to use a block off for rear coolant lines as the LS6 intake manifold will not clear the LS1 coolant lines unless you notch the intake manifold. This is not a major project (just a dremel tool and a few minutes). Changing to an LS6 valley cover just means you need to change the routing of your breather hoses. I would still definitely run a catch can.
I haven't searched previous threads recently but I believe if you do a search there are some photos on this install.
J.R.
You should not have to modify block. You may have to use a block off for rear coolant lines as the LS6 intake manifold will not clear the LS1 coolant lines unless you notch the intake manifold. This is not a major project (just a dremel tool and a few minutes). Changing to an LS6 valley cover just means you need to change the routing of your breather hoses. I would still definitely run a catch can.
I haven't searched previous threads recently but I believe if you do a search there are some photos on this install.
J.R.
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You do have to cut a little piece out og the block in the vally. Not a big deal though. Just make sure you keep the stuff out of the engine. I had a write up on it also. I will see if I can find it
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Burning Brakes
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Drifting
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Chris,
I thought it sounded a little strange. On my block I did not have to grind anything. The LS6 valley cover fit without issues. This was originally a short block from Texas Speed so when they assembled it there is a possibility they may have thought that most persons would install an LS6 valley cover and made adjustments.
J.R.
I thought it sounded a little strange. On my block I did not have to grind anything. The LS6 valley cover fit without issues. This was originally a short block from Texas Speed so when they assembled it there is a possibility they may have thought that most persons would install an LS6 valley cover and made adjustments.
J.R.
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Note: Always plumb the PCV valve upstream of (before) the catch can, since the PCV valve needs to be lubricated with oil in order to maintain its functionality.
Instructor
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Chris,
I thought it sounded a little strange. On my block I did not have to grind anything. The LS6 valley cover fit without issues. This was originally a short block from Texas Speed so when they assembled it there is a possibility they may have thought that most persons would install an LS6 valley cover and made adjustments.
J.R.
I thought it sounded a little strange. On my block I did not have to grind anything. The LS6 valley cover fit without issues. This was originally a short block from Texas Speed so when they assembled it there is a possibility they may have thought that most persons would install an LS6 valley cover and made adjustments.
J.R.
http://www.ls1howto.com/index.php?article=18
here is the write up
Last edited by Finja; Oct 2, 2008 at 09:05 PM.
