Definitely didn't get that

 

The dual boost port is an optional part that you purchase separately. It solves 2 things. You can use it by itself as a boost tap for a gauge or if used in conjunction with the OCC it will block off one side to allow use of one catch can. All the vapors now flow through the catch can.

 

Yeah I know, I bought it for both reasons, but mainly so that I could block off the one side

 

I just purchased a BSH CC and dual boost port. Looks to be built very well. I have heard that you can use the boost port to do seafoam treatments, but I have two questions regarding that procedure. First of all, if I use the large port plug to route all the vapors to the OCC, can I still put seafoam into a port? I don't plan on attaching any gauges to the boost port but I would like to install one nipple (if that's the proper term, it sounds kinda dirty) and have it closed off when not in use. What would you recommend to seal it off with when I'm not needing to do seafoam treatments? I'm assuming a hose and clamp would work, I'm curious to see what others have done.

Thx.

 

Leave the plug in the boost port. When the engine is idling, there is a vacuum in the intake manifold. The Seafoam, or what ever solvent you choose to use, will be drawn into the intake manifold and then into the intake valves, just like you want.

Dave

 

did you have to bend the silver mounting bracket to mount the can on the hole that the stock intake uses? because I thought that hole wasn't flat?

 

No, didn't have to bend anything, and you're correct, the hole is not flat. I think it's just the camera not picking up the slight angle the OCC sits on

 

I am getting large amounts of water in my OCC. Sunny is a daily driver whenever the roads aren't icy, which hasn't been often. It's been cold in the Northeast, and with the snow, have been driving my SUV most of the time. I've emptied the OCC about three times in the last two months and get at least a cup of water with some oil. In order to empty the OCC, I have had to remove it which is a PIA.
I received my Da Vinci Syrup pump which I bought on the web, with shipping for ten bucks today. Pulled the dipstick on the catch can and using the pump, emptied the OCC. It doesn't get any easier than this, pumped out about 9 ounces of fluid.
By the way, I drive Sunny to work, about sixty miles round trip mostly expressway driving, when the weather permits. Today was one of those days. Point being, I do get it warmed up, not many short trips and I still build up alot of water. Why? I'm surprised that is the case with the engine being run at operating temperature.
BSH should stock these pumps, without a doubt, best way to empty the OCC!

 

I'd guess that it depends on the humidity, more water in the air, more will drop ou in the catch can.

Dave

 

DoS will be announcing that we're a BSH dealer next week. Maybe it's time that we start looking for a cheapo pump that we can stock in the online store.

Others have mentioned solutions similar to this, but thanks for this reminder. This looks beyond helpful for this task.

-Clint

 

I have a big syringe thing, that I got at Harbor Frieght. I don't know what it's called. It's made of steel, about 2" in diameter and 8" long. I put a vinyl hose on the end and stick it in the dipstck hole of the BSH oil catch can and suck the oily water out.

Dave

 

It's astounding what this thing catches. It amazes me that these cars even run without a catch can.

 

Here's the contents of my catch can after about 15k miles. It didn't really fill up much until the humidity level picked up, so about 3/4 of this bottle was filled in the last 3-4k miles I'd say. Looked like a latte when it came out of the can. The water bottle label is on, but the level is right below the bottom of the label.

 

I say this alot to folks, but it's simply amazing how black that collected synthetic oil vapor gets.

 

Nifty. Maybe I'll order my 2nd catch can through you guys.
Do you know what kind of hose they supply with their catch can kit? The length I got from 42DD appears to be collapsing and I'd like to swap those lines out with something a little sturdier (they're also labeled "heater hose" and I heard those can sweat oil).

Also, any insight as to why BSH got banned on these forums? Nobody seems to know (I thought they were one of the better vendors here in terms of community involvement and interaction), and it's been giving me some pause on pulling the trigger.

EDIT: or... wait... maybe they're not banned any more? Their posts say 'Vendor' again instead of 'Banned', but they still haven't posted anything since August. Weird.

 

Just curious howw often are OCC owners topping up oil? Is the crude mostly just water and some oil or is there a fair amount of oil being trapped in the vapors?

 

I have no dark crap...all gasoline colored crap. My car only has 5,400 miles on it.

 

Looks nasty to me. About oil, I have never had to add or top of the oil in my car. I change the oil and filter very 5000 miles.

 

That's mostly water with half burned oil and other nasties temporarily suspended in the water. Ugly, poisonous stuff!

 

You're looking for Parker Jiffy Hose or something similar. Measure the inner diameter of the hoses for your catch can (and how much length you need). Once you know that you can go to a local auto parts store and ask what they have. You're looking for oil resistant vacuum line hose, vacuum rated fuel line hose, or "Push On Hose."

Reinforced hose that is made from Buna-N (nitrile) rubber generally has excellent oil resistance. That would be a good choice for a catch can.

Hope this helps.

-Clint

 

Hmm.. good question, don't plan on having to top up but will let you know if I ever do.

 

If you're having to top up on oil, it's got nothing to do with the OCC. Could be a much more serious problem. With 42K down the hatch, I've never had to add a drop of oil to my MINI.

 

That's interesting. I wouldve thought that the vapors carried portion of the oil into the OCC and therefor out of the engine. Oh well I'm not disagreeing, in fact I'm quite relieved, one less thing to check. Thanks Dwight

 

I thought it was generally accepted that the MCSs and JCWs use oil and should have their levels checked at every fill-up, topping up as needed.

 

Awesome. I'll do that.
Thanks!