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Old Mar 8, 2004 | 04:40 PM
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Question PCV Valve Replacement ?

Just hit 30k on the odo. I have heard that this is a good time to change the PCV valve. Is there a way I can check to see if mine is still ok, or should I just get the $3 replacement and be done with it?

Does brand matter with these? Will the standard Fram be ok?

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Old Mar 8, 2004 | 08:15 PM
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You're suppose to hear a rattle if you shake the PCV
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Old Mar 8, 2004 | 08:17 PM
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Agree on shaking to hear the bypass rattle but they are SO cheap why not throw one in ther anyway if you are concerned?
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Old Mar 8, 2004 | 10:13 PM
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Just doing general 30k maintenance...so yeah, $3 is no big deal...might as well do it.
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Old Mar 9, 2004 | 12:00 AM
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Just do it, cost me $2.19 and 30 seconds of my time.
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Old Mar 10, 2004 | 12:41 PM
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The only one I can find locally is made by Purolator...is this an ok brand for this valve?
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Old Mar 10, 2004 | 11:47 PM
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what is the OEM part# ?
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Old Mar 11, 2004 | 12:20 AM
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That is a good question, I don't know...anyone know the part number for a PCV Valve through GM?
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Should be fine. I installed a Purolator on my hawk 4 months ago. Not a problem.

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new design pcv valve p/n-12572717

https://ls1tech.com/forums/showthrea...ight=pcv+valve
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Old Apr 14, 2004 | 02:55 AM
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should hear a rattle and the valve shouldnt be burnt on the bottom, if it sticks or is really burnt replace. there is no diff. between the valves.... a valve is a valves, i worked at an instant oil change place and we had Service Champ Brand valves, and they were the same as OEM but just had their name on it. but it's 3 bones, mine as well buy one.
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Anyone have a pic of one? I am not sure if I got the right one?
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Old Apr 14, 2004 | 08:41 PM
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i need to change mine.i was told the same thing.theres no difference from one brand or another.
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Old Apr 15, 2004 | 08:00 AM
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Nice Info!
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