PCV Ground Strap???? Why
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PCV Ground Strap???? Why
Does anyone know why there is a ground strap on stock LS1 PCV valves? The ground bolts to the coolant cross-over pipe. The only thing I could think of it that the ground is used as a conductor from the head to transfer heat....to keep PCV warm? Any ideas?
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Originally Posted by 2blue
My guess: cheap way to hold the pcv and hose from moving around.
Im going to agree with is being a heat sink/conductor to keep the pcv functioning in cold weather and to keep water from condensating and sludging up the valve.
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Originally Posted by Bad30th
It's not a ground, it's a heat sink. I think it's to keep the PCV from freezing shut in cold climates.
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Mine, um, fell off as well when I switched my LS1 PCV system for an LS6 valley cover, catch can and truck PCV valve.
So, is it meant to conduct heat rather than ground static charge? If so, can I get rid of it when switching to the truck PCV (a restrictive orifice?)
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I don't understand why the strap would be worthy of being called a heat sink.
The PCV would prob cool off better if there was nothing nearby to inhibit airflow. imo
I think that strap is related to PCV 'biasing', which allows for the orderly exit of crankcase vapors. It's a little like the magnetic fuel saver, only better!
Honestly, I don't know either.
The PCV would prob cool off better if there was nothing nearby to inhibit airflow. imo
I think that strap is related to PCV 'biasing', which allows for the orderly exit of crankcase vapors. It's a little like the magnetic fuel saver, only better!
Honestly, I don't know either.
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straight from GM SERVICE INFORMATION.
The PCV valve is connected to the PCV Heat Exchange cable. The PCV Heat Exchange cable is mounted to the coolant crossover with a integral fastener (3). This cable transfers heat to the PCV valve to eliminate condensation build-up in the PCV system. This also aids in eliminating throttle body icing.
Results of Incorrect Operation
A plugged PCV valve or hose may cause:
• Rough idle
• Stalling or slow idle speed
• Oil leaks
• Sludge in engine
A leaking valve or hose would cause:
• Rough idle
• Stalling
• High idle speed
The PCV valve is connected to the PCV Heat Exchange cable. The PCV Heat Exchange cable is mounted to the coolant crossover with a integral fastener (3). This cable transfers heat to the PCV valve to eliminate condensation build-up in the PCV system. This also aids in eliminating throttle body icing.
Results of Incorrect Operation
A plugged PCV valve or hose may cause:
• Rough idle
• Stalling or slow idle speed
• Oil leaks
• Sludge in engine
A leaking valve or hose would cause:
• Rough idle
• Stalling
• High idle speed
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