Hardware store Air/Oil Separator

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07-24-2013, 09:56 AM

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Hardware store Air/Oil Separator

im read of guys using a $10 air/water/oil separator for a compressor from the hardware store in between their pcv and intake. ... any opinions on this???

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07-25-2013, 01:24 AM

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It works. I've been using a Home Depot made air/oil one for almost 10 years..........

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07-25-2013, 02:15 AM

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What did you use? Did you put it inline between the pcv valve and the intake manifold??

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07-30-2013, 04:35 PM

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It's a little more complicated for me since I use a 4150/Super Vic. Search "husky" catch can and you'll find all kinds of ways to do this...........

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07-31-2013, 01:41 PM

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i tried it......damm thing does not seal......one big vacuum leak

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08-01-2013, 10:29 AM

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ill be doing it this weekend... thanks for the info

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