Oil Catch Can Comparo Thread

[dsphil]

I understand the concept of an oil catch can, but why not vent what's left - the air back into the atmosphere, instead of routing it back into the intake tract?

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Venting to atmosphere is illegal and the fume sucks especially during the summer time. And proper vent to atmosphere will give check engine light.

 

[green_henry]

Lots of trial and error. Finally came up something look like stock. Still need to work on the bracket thou. Let see how well does this hold up.

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Nice. Where did you get the plastic hose?

 

[dsphil]

Nice. Where did you get the plastic hose?

https://www.mcmaster.com/

 

[Clubfoot]

Thanks for all the info, I just bought a Damon Catch Can. Can't wait for all my new parts to come in!!!!

 

[stascom]

I understand the concept of an oil catch can, but why not vent what's left - the air back into the atmosphere, instead of routing it back into the intake tract?

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Polar bears. And, supposedly, negative pressure from boost helps with crank case ventilation. Just what I've read. Not sure why that would be important, as N/A cars get by without it.

 

[Turtle]

For you guys with the Damond OCC, how much of a PITA is it to get to the drain valve and what process do you actually do to drain the OCC? Does the drain hose extend down by the wheel well?

 

[TyphoonFiST]

For you guys with the Damond OCC, how much of a PITA is it to get to the drain valve and what process do you actually do to drain the OCC? Does the drain hose extend down by the wheel well?

Not all a PIA....I ran the hose down so when I Turn the steering wheel to the right I just hang or have someone hold the bottle and push the drain valve lever down....easy as pie.

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[Clubfoot]

Yeah the provided drain hose is about 36-48” long so you have plenty to work with. I forgot to run mine some where and I hope it is still there >.<

 

[Turtle]

Thanks, guys...how hard is it to reach the drain valve on the bottom of the OCC? Would it be easier to relocate the drain valve more towards the end of the drain tube or is that not recommended?

 

[flaxseedoil1000]

I did not install the drain hose.
I just remove the OCC when I do an oil change which is every 5k miles.

 

[anticon]

Thanks, guys...how hard is it to reach the drain valve on the bottom of the OCC? Would it be easier to relocate the drain valve more towards the end of the drain tube or is that not recommended?

Not too bad, I have bigger hands and I can cram them in there to turn the valve.

 

[tyhackman15]

Thanks, guys...how hard is it to reach the drain valve on the bottom of the OCC? Would it be easier to relocate the drain valve more towards the end of the drain tube or is that not recommended?

I think that would be a horrible idea. You'd be relying on a thin plastic hose to hold vacuum (which it would not). Keep the valve where it is, it's super easy to reach in and turn the valve 1/4 turn to drain the can.

 

[TDavis]

The ONLY thing I don't like about the Damon OCC is how the hoses route. It seems its going to be constantly rubbing against the coolant reservoir and other misc. items. I didn't get the sleeves but quickly discovered its really needed for the longevity of the kit so I ordered some from Amazon.

 

[TyphoonFiST]

I did not install the drain hose.
I just remove the OCC when I do an oil change which is every 5k miles.

That seems excessive....removing the OCC when you do an oil change....but hey I guess Different strokes for different folks.

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[Turtle]

I think I will shell out the extra $10 and get the sleeves.

 

[TyphoonFiST]

I think I will shell out the extra $10 and get the sleeves.

Most likely the smartest thing you will do this week for your vehicle!

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[anticon]

Does anyone have any experience with the crankcase catch can setup like the Radium 20-0378? It is tied to the intake crossover and is supposed to operate during boost when the pcv one is closed off.

http://www.radiumauto.com/Catch-Can-Kit-Ford-Fiesta-ST-P1324.aspx

 

[Apex228]

I would also like to know if anyone has experience with the CCV side catch cans and whether or not they are worth the money in any way?

 

[DoomsdayMelody]

https://amp.reddit.com/r/FiestaST/comments/662kwn/is_there_a_need_for_a_oil_catch_can_on_the_st/


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[BodegaBay]

https://amp.reddit.com/r/FiestaST/comments/662kwn/is_there_a_need_for_a_oil_catch_can_on_the_st/

Thanks for this link as it gave some good counterpoints to an OCC. I'll hold off on an OCC at this point.