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mikemhg
12-29-2009, 09:04 PM
Are these things worth it? I find it off that car makers don't use these, I was thinking of getting one installed in my 300, but wondering if it's just a waste of time?
NeoDestinyZ
12-29-2009, 10:22 PM
Do you have a turbo for that?
GabAlmighty
12-29-2009, 10:51 PM
It's usually used on turbo motors, usually running a fair bit of boost. I have yet to hear of a stock n/a v8 using one.

The answer is yes it is probably a waste of your time, although they're pretty damn cheap... If you install it yourself.
some_punk
12-29-2009, 11:11 PM
It's usually used on turbo motors, usually running a fair bit of boost. I have yet to hear of a stock n/a v8 using one.

The answer is yes it is probably a waste of your time, although they're pretty damn cheap... If you install it yourself.

Alot of LS1 uses it because it does suck in a alot of oil through the PCV system due to high vacuum.
GabAlmighty
12-30-2009, 12:09 AM
Alot of LS1 uses it because it does suck in a alot of oil through the PCV system due to high vacuum.
Hmm, well then. Didn't know that, guess you learn something new everyday. Thanks!
Leopold Stotch
12-30-2009, 12:46 AM
if you want one

i have one for $20.
Uncle Benz
12-30-2009, 03:37 AM
A buddy of mine is using one on his 300c. He showed me the amount of oil the thing caught, it was a decent amount. It's not a bad thing to keep the motor happy in the long run.
mikemhg
12-30-2009, 10:22 AM
I'm driving the V6, so I'm wondering if there's any point. Leopold what kind are you selling?
SumAznGuy
12-30-2009, 10:42 AM
I assume your 300 is a 300ZX and not a 300c.

With enough laterial G's, your car will be a smoke show. IIRC, hard left handers will do this.

On my S2000, I can lose up to a litre of oil through the PVC system when I am on the track. And this oil ends up in the cat, which is not that good for the cat.

So it's not a bad thing to have.
GabAlmighty
12-30-2009, 10:49 AM
Hahaha, i assumed 300c. 300zx wouldn't be a bad idea.
Roach
12-30-2009, 10:58 AM
if you want one

i have one for $20.

What one do you have? I got a Greddy can. What a POS.

Kev
Mugen EvOlutioN
12-30-2009, 11:09 AM
wats wrong with the greddy one
mikemhg
12-30-2009, 11:45 AM
Hahaha not a 300zx.

Chrysler 300 V6 LOL!
SumAznGuy
12-30-2009, 12:06 PM
Hahaha not a 300zx.

Chrysler 300 V6 LOL!

Would it be wrong it I FAIL you then? :p

Does your car burn any oil? If the answer is no, then you probably don't need the catch can. Plus, how hard are you driving the car?
mikemhg
12-30-2009, 01:25 PM
No the car is basically brand new. No oil burning at all, the catch cans are cheap, but I feel like an ass installing it on a car that's not really sporty or raced whatsoever.
Volvo-brickster
12-30-2009, 02:49 PM
It's usually used on turbo motors, usually running a fair bit of boost. I have yet to hear of a stock n/a v8 using one.

The answer is yes it is probably a waste of your time, although they're pretty damn cheap... If you install it yourself.

lots of guys with Ford's modular 4.6 run catch cans as well