R56 PCV Block-off / OCC Installation Question
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PCV Block-off / OCC Installation Question
I searched and found various pieces of info in various places, so please forgive me if this is just my ignorance, but the BSH website is a little short on info and I don't want to do anything that could harm the car. Here is what I think I know:
1) there are 2 PCV hoses.
2) installing the OCC on 1 won't do you much good.
3) BSH says to install it on the driver's side, but never mentions the other one. I always "Seafoamed" the passenger side, so that is where I assumed it would go.
4) the passenger side should be plugged (or a second OCC installed) to get the full benefit.
I know some have said oil consumption went way up when they blocked the passenger side PCV. I just did it last night and will watch the oil consumption. I used a solid plug to block the passenger side, not the $60 BSH dual port thing. TIA for the board's knowledge.
1) there are 2 PCV hoses.
2) installing the OCC on 1 won't do you much good.
3) BSH says to install it on the driver's side, but never mentions the other one. I always "Seafoamed" the passenger side, so that is where I assumed it would go.
4) the passenger side should be plugged (or a second OCC installed) to get the full benefit.
I know some have said oil consumption went way up when they blocked the passenger side PCV. I just did it last night and will watch the oil consumption. I used a solid plug to block the passenger side, not the $60 BSH dual port thing. TIA for the board's knowledge.
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I have my passenger side PCV tube blocket off with the plug that Peugeot was selling for the 207 model. I've done this since early Spring 2012. I haven't noticed very detrimental oil consumption but then again it's not my daily driver. Last time at the track I had some smoky puffs when I was idling around the paddock but couldn't really distinguish if it was the blue-ish smoke associated with burning oil or whether I blew out some carbon after a 20 minute session on track. No problem with smoke when I was on the track or people complaining my car was an insect fogger. I guess we'll see how things go in the long run.
You could try plumbing the passenger side PCV port into a junction that would join the drivers side tube and then plumb that all into one OCC. IMHO this is such a pain and silly thing to do with all these hoses and cans that aren't particularly proven over the long haul. I would rather just clean my intake manually and delete the pipe that's dumping that crud into harms way.
You could try plumbing the passenger side PCV port into a junction that would join the drivers side tube and then plumb that all into one OCC. IMHO this is such a pain and silly thing to do with all these hoses and cans that aren't particularly proven over the long haul. I would rather just clean my intake manually and delete the pipe that's dumping that crud into harms way.
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I've had extremely good results with the OCC.
Remember that when blocking off the passenger side, ALL vapor must go through the OCC regardless of vacuum or boost conditions.
- Erik
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I blocked off the passenger side PCV line with BSH's Dual Boost Port, as I have a boost/vacuum gage installed. I also have the BSH Oil Catch Can. I did this when the car had only a couple of thousand miles on it. It doesn't use any oil between 5000 mile oil changes.
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If you can't source the Peugeot P/N #0361.S4...
You can head to your local Audi dealer and order the same cap: P/N #036131510
Also, ECSTuning.com now carries them too:
* http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/036131510/ES274329/
- Erik
You can head to your local Audi dealer and order the same cap: P/N #036131510
Also, ECSTuning.com now carries them too:
* http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/036131510/ES274329/
- Erik
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If you can't source the Peugeot P/N #0361.S4...
You can head to your local Audi dealer and order the same cap: P/N #036131510
Also, ECSTuning.com now carries them too:
* http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/036131510/ES274329/
- Erik
You can head to your local Audi dealer and order the same cap: P/N #036131510
Also, ECSTuning.com now carries them too:
* http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/036131510/ES274329/
- Erik
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silly question, but does the other end of the vent hose have the same connection? do you get 2 of these and remove the hose altogether? I ordered 1 and then realized I have to block off the hose too. I suppose a baggie and zip tie would work on the hose, but that's too cheesy even for me.
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You'll need two (2) caps to completely delete the hose.
- Erik
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I'm about to do this as well and I have a few questions. I see that there is a group buy now for a catch can. Any thoughts on it? Also, what is the benefit or disadvantage to venting to the atmosphere like Bigprfed22 said? I have vented Hondas like that with the lil filter before and never had a problem. Thoughts?
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I vent to atmo w/ a catch can lol, doing a slight part
I'm about to do this as well and I have a few questions. I see that there is a group buy now for a catch can. Any thoughts on it? Also, what is the benefit or disadvantage to venting to the atmosphere like Bigprfed22 said? I have vented Hondas like that with the lil filter before and never had a problem. Thoughts?
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Just did this 2 weeks ago.
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...al-w-pics.html
Those caps work perfectly. I removed my PCV hose completely.
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...al-w-pics.html
Those caps work perfectly. I removed my PCV hose completely.
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Blocking off the pass side port has the additional benefit of NOT allowing boost pressure to cause the failure of the 1 way valve in the VC. Its best to install an aftermarket 1 way valve in line but still use the pass outlet for proper crankcase venting. I just "y"ed in the 2 VC vents then go to the OCC. THe DME wants to see the crank case air mass so venting to atmosphere should be avoided but its not critical. I've done both.
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You can get the MINI version here: 11617596034
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...estions-2.html
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...estions-2.html
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I was told venting to atmosphere is a bad idea and get ring float?....If blocking the pass pcv hose? Is this correct?....I want to block off the pass side pcv and I just installed a new valve cover and thinking OCC. I cleaned,decoaked my valves...So OCC or vent to atmosphere? with blocking the pass pcv...I want to delete the hose alltogether so two caps are in order...anyone?
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