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Old Jan 24, 2024 | 12:12 PM
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Has anyone got an intelligent answer where the PCV valve goes in regards to a catch can ? Some say between the valve cover and can and others say between the can and the manifold ? After hours of research I can’t find a genuine explanation.

I've got a LS1 with a LS6 valley cover but removing the cover and going the valve cover PCV route as I’m fitting a Harrop supercharger

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LS6 valley cover has built in PCV so from the valley through the can then to the intake.
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Old Jan 24, 2024 | 08:27 PM
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It really doesnt matter. It will restrict airflow regardless of its position, but many OEMs put it as close as possible to the valve cover(before catch can).
I also recommend you read this document, it will get you up to speed on PCV related stuff, which you will need when changing things around with forced induction.
https://www.shophemi.com/images/medi..._ccv_bible.pdf
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That link has made for very good reading, a great document, thank you ever so much 👍
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I really like the Might Mouse catch cans.

I went with his setup when I went twin turbo on my car.
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Might Mouse catch can acts like a PCV valve so you can eliminate it.

Isn't the LS6 valley just a vent and not an actual PVC valve?
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Originally Posted by wannafbody
Might Mouse catch can acts like a PCV valve so you can eliminate it.

Isn't the LS6 valley just a vent and not an actual PVC valve?
i think you're right and it's the LS2 valley cover that has the built in PCV baffle.
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