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Old Jul 12, 2010 | 06:52 PM
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Changing PCV valve, just wonder what brand should I get ? last time I change i was using purelator brand from advance auto part, what do you guy use ?
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Whatever's at the store. It's a simple part - there isn't a significant advantage from one brand to the other.
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Yes, other off brands have been known not to fit well (diameter issues), so there is a significant advantage to OEM.
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Never in 10 years have I had a problem with the parts store stuff...diameter or otherwise.
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Just bought purelator brand pvc, fit great. my old one still look like new and harly can blow thru it, but kinda heavy, anyway i replace it with new one hehe
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Originally Posted by RamAir95TA
Never in 10 years have I had a problem with the parts store stuff...diameter or otherwise.
Seen many threads complaining of poor/loose PCV fitment when it was not an AC-Delco. Just passing along what I find.
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Seen many threads complaining of poor/loose PCV fitment when it was not an AC-Delco. Just passing along what I find.
dude where u been ? havent seen you for age ! thanks for the site !
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Been? Same places I've always been.

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