R56 MSC Oil Catch Can Install
#2
Here's a thread mostly about the BSH model OCC with pics of it as well as of other mfr's. Usually it's attached to the (empty) alarm mount and the firewall on the left side.
#4
I have no problems clicking the link but here is the plain text of the page:
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...t-install.html
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...t-install.html
#6
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I just received the OCC and boost tap from Way Motorworks for my 09 MCS. Besides the photos in the links above, are there any instructions floating around? Or can somebody provide a basic step-by-step?
I'm decently competent with basic car wrenching and this install seems pretty straight-forward (I could probably get by with those photos)... But I've never touched a car machine from this millenium and don't want to muck stuff up.
Thanks!
I just received the OCC and boost tap from Way Motorworks for my 09 MCS. Besides the photos in the links above, are there any instructions floating around? Or can somebody provide a basic step-by-step?
I'm decently competent with basic car wrenching and this install seems pretty straight-forward (I could probably get by with those photos)... But I've never touched a car machine from this millenium and don't want to muck stuff up.
Thanks!
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#8
Resurrecting...
I just received the OCC and boost tap from Way Motorworks for my 09 MCS. Besides the photos in the links above, are there any instructions floating around? Or can somebody provide a basic step-by-step?
I'm decently competent with basic car wrenching and this install seems pretty straight-forward (I could probably get by with those photos)... But I've never touched a car machine from this millenium and don't want to muck stuff up.
Thanks!
I just received the OCC and boost tap from Way Motorworks for my 09 MCS. Besides the photos in the links above, are there any instructions floating around? Or can somebody provide a basic step-by-step?
I'm decently competent with basic car wrenching and this install seems pretty straight-forward (I could probably get by with those photos)... But I've never touched a car machine from this millenium and don't want to muck stuff up.
Thanks!
***Did you also purchase the boost tap for the intake side?
It basically plugs off the intake hose.
Sorry about the strut bar hiding the can a bit.
#9
Right from BSH Speed Shop's website:
* http://www.bshspeedshop.com/bshstore...structions.pdf
* http://www.bshspeedshop.com/bshstore...structions.pdf
Thanks for the pic. Yes, I did get the boost tap as well.
#10
#11
Anyway, I appreciate the input. It indeed looks very straight-forward.
#14
I've referenced them several times for at least that long...
- Erik
#15
Thanks again for the info, all. Installed OCC and boost tap today. Easy, peasy.
Had a problem with the boost tap retention clip, though... It was too short in length/depth to reach/hook the ridge on the valve cover inlet:
Hard to see from the photo, but the boost tap is fully inserted, and clip is pushed as far forward as it will go, with screw tightened.
Anyway, no big deal - I just made a clip from a piece of corner brace and it works fine... But I'm wondering if anyone else encountered this issue?
Had a problem with the boost tap retention clip, though... It was too short in length/depth to reach/hook the ridge on the valve cover inlet:
Hard to see from the photo, but the boost tap is fully inserted, and clip is pushed as far forward as it will go, with screw tightened.
Anyway, no big deal - I just made a clip from a piece of corner brace and it works fine... But I'm wondering if anyone else encountered this issue?
#16
^^Nice job. I believe my boost tap was like that also. It's held for 6 months so no prob. Don't forget to check the can. More water/condensation when it's colder outside. When hot temps., not much.
Get a plastic syringe with a little length of hose to suction out from the little dip stick.
Have a good day.
Get a plastic syringe with a little length of hose to suction out from the little dip stick.
Have a good day.
#17
Or... Just a couple of options...
The first time I tried the syringe way, it was mess and took forever. So I went another way.
If you happen to have a Mighty Vac, you can assemble a couple of barbed fittings on a lid to a large jar. Then use the Mighty Vac to empty the OOC in 1 shot. I think I used 1/4" brass barbed fittings. (whatever size hose fit the MV, I got them at Home Depot) Anyway, I drilled 2 holes in the top of the lid to a big size jelly jar, and threaded/rtv'ed the fittings to the lid. Now it a simple matter of remove the dipstick, insert hose, pump Mighty Vac, replace dipstick... I can then empty the jar into the waste oil holder with mess or cleanup required.
Or, you could intall a 1/4" valve in the bottom plug hole, and do it that way.
The first time I tried the syringe way, it was mess and took forever. So I went another way.
If you happen to have a Mighty Vac, you can assemble a couple of barbed fittings on a lid to a large jar. Then use the Mighty Vac to empty the OOC in 1 shot. I think I used 1/4" brass barbed fittings. (whatever size hose fit the MV, I got them at Home Depot) Anyway, I drilled 2 holes in the top of the lid to a big size jelly jar, and threaded/rtv'ed the fittings to the lid. Now it a simple matter of remove the dipstick, insert hose, pump Mighty Vac, replace dipstick... I can then empty the jar into the waste oil holder with mess or cleanup required.
Or, you could intall a 1/4" valve in the bottom plug hole, and do it that way.
#18
can I asked a very stupid and beginner question ?? What exactly does the oil catch can do ?? Is it something that can possibly enhance the life of the motor and does it help with keeping the oil and motor clean ??
I know a couple of people have them but it never occurred to ask ...
thanks and sorry for such a noobie quesiton
I know a couple of people have them but it never occurred to ask ...
thanks and sorry for such a noobie quesiton
#19
Since the turbo'ed "S"-model engines are direct injected, there's no fuel washdown on the backside of the valves in the cylinder head. As a result, the valves can have significant carbon build-up due to the oil vapor being baked on the valve. Many have documented that adding a catch can has reduced the amount of carbon coking on the valves.
- Erik
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