Drivetrain BSH catch can and dual boost port install
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BSH catch can and dual boost port install
I was going to try to do a custom install of another vendors can until I saw this one on NAM.
The install was very simple and the parts seem to be of very high quality. I love this kit because you do not need to cut the factory PCV tube, and it doesn't neck down to 3/8 hose like the others.
I thought I was going to have to install the can on the firewall because the Alta intake locates the cold air tube right where the CC is supposed to go.
I did find a solution though. By moving the bracket down one hole (see first pic) I used some blue lock tite here to make sure it wouldn't spin with only the one bolt. I was able to use the tab on the fire wall. By mounting the CC bracket on the bottom side of the firewall tab I gained enough hood clearance. At the same time it raised the can up high enough to rest on the factory fresh air tube. I put a piece of rubber between the two.
I should note again that I only had a clearance problem because of the after market intake pushing the fresh air tube further to the right than normal.
Here is the can all installed
It's tight, but there's plenty of room so it doesn't rub (they say you don't need hose clamps here but it seemed too loose to me...)
The dual boost port was a cinch to install as well. I used the optional plug to divert the PCV gasses from both sources through the catch can, thus eliminating the need to run two. That is enough reason to buy it, but it also provides two boost sources if you need them. I already have the Alta boost tap for my BOV so I capped them both. I'll use them for future mods though...
So over all all I absolutely love this CC. I love the looks, I love the fact that I didn't have to cut the factory PCV tube. It was easy to install, high quality, baffled, and most importantly, takes care of booth PCV gas sources with one CC.
The only minor complaints that I have are:
1. The drain plug hole in the CC is not tapered so the plug never gets tight. I'm pretty sure it would fall into the CC if turned in to much? I solved this by going to the auto parts store and getting a plug with a head on it, adding an O ring and screwing it in tight. Obviously it isn't tight yet in the pic
2. The boost port only comes with one plug and two wholes. If you are only using it to block the PCV port, and not as a boost source, you're short a plug.
3. They do not give you a nut to use when you install it on the firewall tab. I picked up a lock nut while I was at the parts store.
Other than those very minor things, This set up is great. Far superior to the others I've seen. I'm sure this will become THE CC to use.
The install was very simple and the parts seem to be of very high quality. I love this kit because you do not need to cut the factory PCV tube, and it doesn't neck down to 3/8 hose like the others.
I thought I was going to have to install the can on the firewall because the Alta intake locates the cold air tube right where the CC is supposed to go.
I did find a solution though. By moving the bracket down one hole (see first pic) I used some blue lock tite here to make sure it wouldn't spin with only the one bolt. I was able to use the tab on the fire wall. By mounting the CC bracket on the bottom side of the firewall tab I gained enough hood clearance. At the same time it raised the can up high enough to rest on the factory fresh air tube. I put a piece of rubber between the two.
I should note again that I only had a clearance problem because of the after market intake pushing the fresh air tube further to the right than normal.
Here is the can all installed
It's tight, but there's plenty of room so it doesn't rub (they say you don't need hose clamps here but it seemed too loose to me...)
The dual boost port was a cinch to install as well. I used the optional plug to divert the PCV gasses from both sources through the catch can, thus eliminating the need to run two. That is enough reason to buy it, but it also provides two boost sources if you need them. I already have the Alta boost tap for my BOV so I capped them both. I'll use them for future mods though...
So over all all I absolutely love this CC. I love the looks, I love the fact that I didn't have to cut the factory PCV tube. It was easy to install, high quality, baffled, and most importantly, takes care of booth PCV gas sources with one CC.
The only minor complaints that I have are:
1. The drain plug hole in the CC is not tapered so the plug never gets tight. I'm pretty sure it would fall into the CC if turned in to much? I solved this by going to the auto parts store and getting a plug with a head on it, adding an O ring and screwing it in tight. Obviously it isn't tight yet in the pic
2. The boost port only comes with one plug and two wholes. If you are only using it to block the PCV port, and not as a boost source, you're short a plug.
3. They do not give you a nut to use when you install it on the firewall tab. I picked up a lock nut while I was at the parts store.
Other than those very minor things, This set up is great. Far superior to the others I've seen. I'm sure this will become THE CC to use.
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I drove it around a bit today and so far so good. I really like this kit. It's obvious that some real thought went into it.
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Everyone else will have to put that much effort in once word gets out about this can. It's the same price as the others (with free shipping), stays 3/4 the whole way, is baffled (unlike the others), looks great, and for an extra $60 has a provision to take care of both sides. Not to mention that if you do spend the extra $60, you get not one, but two, boost sources!
Why would you buy anything else?
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1. The drain plug hole in the CC is not tapered so the plug never gets tight. I'm pretty sure it would fall into the CC if turned in to much? I solved this by going to the auto parts store and getting a plug with a head on it, adding an O ring and screwing it in tight. Obviously it isn't tight yet in the pic
Don't forget to reinsert the factory clip
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Maybe time to sell the other boost tap..
The bolt, nut and washers can be used for both mounting locations.
Don't forget to reinsert the factory clip
Thank you There is much more to come..
Sweet! I am going to look into that. How is it?
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The catch can will for sure. It's made to go right where I put it if you have the stock intake. Only you can use both bracket holes on the can (first pic), and it sits down a little lower in the engine bay. If you had an intake that deletes the factory fresh air pipe (from the grill to the air box) it can go further to the front on another factory tab, where the M7 can is made to go.
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Actually they posted in this thread. I checked under the hood today and the drain plug was dripping a little. I guess I'll have to find another solution to that problem. The O ring isn't working. I'll probably try a flatter rubber washer with a metal washer over it. I'm trying to avoid wrapping it with teflon tape. Maybe a tappered plastic plug?
We'll see...
It did catch a LOT of oil and water though! I was surprised just how much was in there actually.
We'll see...
It did catch a LOT of oil and water though! I was surprised just how much was in there actually.
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Actually they posted in this thread. I checked under the hood today and the drain plug was dripping a little. I guess I'll have to find another solution to that problem. The O ring isn't working. I'll probably try a flatter rubber washer with a metal washer over it. I'm trying to avoid wrapping it with teflon tape. Maybe a tappered plastic plug?
We'll see...
It did catch a LOT of oil and water though! I was surprised just how much was in there actually.
We'll see...
It did catch a LOT of oil and water though! I was surprised just how much was in there actually.
Yes, he did.But, all he said was excellent solution ,but as you just stated ,your fix didn't work. I'd love to buy one,but don't want to have to deal with finding a fix.guess I'll wait for a fix
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Actually they posted in this thread. I checked under the hood today and the drain plug was dripping a little. I guess I'll have to find another solution to that problem. The O ring isn't working. I'll probably try a flatter rubber washer with a metal washer over it. I'm trying to avoid wrapping it with teflon tape. Maybe a tappered plastic plug?
We'll see...
It did catch a LOT of oil and water though! I was surprised just how much was in there actually.
We'll see...
It did catch a LOT of oil and water though! I was surprised just how much was in there actually.
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I'm sure teflon tape would work. I just don't want to deal with it every time I empty the can. The problem with the O ring is that as you tighten it, it tries to roll over the head of the bolt. The bolt would need a groove in it to hold the O ring in place. I think a wider, washer like, rubber with a metal washer on top of it to keep the bolt head from going thru the rubber would work.
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