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Old Feb 23, 2022 | 12:11 PM
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Originally Posted by rrwirsi
My go to Vette Mechanic agrees with Evil Twin, they are worthless.
So how do you explain the fact that my CC has oil in it which would otherwise be in the intake manifold if they are so "worthless".

Mighty Mouse or Elite Engineering cans.
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Old Feb 23, 2022 | 12:11 PM
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Originally Posted by Justin Raney
Nice you just replaced the valve cover oil cap with this to the tb and plugged the port vs having a whole separate catch can.
Yep, it’s worked well for me.
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Old Feb 23, 2022 | 03:51 PM
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Originally Posted by punz
Dave68,I remember your research from years ago, thanks for reappearing and posting your suggestion. All I had were notes and most of the pics you posted from back then are not supported on here now. I think it's a good read for anybody considering a catch can.
Thanks, Punz.
It's good to see you're still hanging in there.
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Originally Posted by Dave68
Here's where I installed my glass catch can:
Microsoft Word - Installing a CP Catch Can in a C5 Corvette.doc (conceptualpolymer.com)
The idea is to keep it away from heat unless you are parking and driving your car in sub-freezing weather.
Thicker oil is trapped more easily.

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Yep, keep it cooler and the warm vapors are allowed to condense better. Good spot, maybe I'll move my Elite Engineering can up front. Never really thought to do it since it has a bracket for the cylinder head.
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Old Feb 23, 2022 | 10:29 PM
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I guess if you live in an area with very cold ambient temps and park outside, mounting the CC near the engine may be a good idea. Otherwise, you should trap more oil if the CC is in a cooler area. Some of what you trap is water.
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