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ernie scar · 06-05-2013, 09:20 PM

I’m just in the process of installing my catch can. I have had one stashed away in a box just waiting to be used. Anyway can someone tell me what the diameter for the piping is (picture circled in red), or the hose size you used.

I had some old hose that I thought I could use, but as expected it was too big; next picture.

Any info would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks.

closs2sx · 06-05-2013, 09:25 PM

i believe if i am not mistaken its 3/8 id hose that you need i will check when i get home from work to be sure

BRAVO 2SS · 06-05-2013, 09:37 PM

Yup...3/8 id

Al C. · 06-05-2013, 09:55 PM

3/8's

ernie scar · 06-06-2013, 06:48 AM

BRAVO 2SS, closs2sx and Al C. Thanks for your help.

I think the hardest part of the install was taking the factory hose off. Figuring out how to make a bracket out of flat stock to mount the catch can was easier.

Thanks again for your help guys.

E-Ray · 06-06-2013, 07:37 AM

Yes, 3/8 inside diameter. Just installed mine.

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bkatzman · 06-06-2013, 08:13 AM

Very nice looking!

SC2150 · 06-06-2013, 09:49 AM

Also, do NOT use a fuel line type or heater hose type as when warm these will collapse and block the flow (they are designed to operate under pressure, not vacuum).

Use a hydraulic rated stiff sidewall like the trans cooler hose.

MMXI SS · 06-06-2013, 02:36 PM

Tracey,
Do you think SAE30R7 rated hose is okay? That's what I have on my car now. The Goodyear website states "Fuel Line/PCV/Emission Control" and it looks like it has the same construction of their Transmission Oil Cooler Hose.

SC2150 · 06-06-2013, 08:10 PM

Yes. Emission's rated is made to not collapse under vacuum.

For the non believers, here is a common result from customers we have guided through (and yes, had to wait for their product far to long):

Hey Tracy, Just wanted to thank you, and everyone at RevXtreme. I bought a catch can from you, for my 2005 CTS. Well since installing it i'm not consuming any oil anymore. I've had a close eye on the oil level since i have installed it and it hasn't used a drop. I don't know how or what that catch can has done to prevent the oil consumption. (I've read your tech tips article and understand the concept of how a catch can work.) I guess i am just baffeled that it something so simple like that could work.

Anyway just wanted to thank you. I was at my last wits end with this car and was about to put it back on the market, after the dealer replaced two motors under warrenty.

I'll be purchasing another catch can from you in the future. I have a 2000 Camaro SS that is getting a turbo as we speak, as a fun project street car.

But thanks again. It was definetly worth the wait.

Gabe Moulden

OldScoolCamaro · 06-06-2013, 08:31 PM

I have to say the hose as supplied by RX is my only complaint as it's way too stiff <overkill>. Would not a vacuum line hose such as that what was supplied back in the 70's thats not so stiffly braided in the center wall be sufficient for most everyday users? We are not talking abut 100K miles of durabiity of use until failure here with a supply/return hose I hope.

06-05-2013, 09:20 PM	#1
ernie scar Drives: Chevy/Dodge/Ford Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: thunder bay Posts: 131	I need some help, catch can install. I’m just in the process of installing my catch can. I have had one stashed away in a box just waiting to be used. Anyway can someone tell me what the diameter for the piping is (picture circled in red), or the hose size you used. I had some old hose that I thought I could use, but as expected it was too big; next picture. Any info would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. Attached Images __________________ They say money can’t buy happiness; well they never drove a Camaro. A Corvette engine and a Cadillac suspension stuffed into a Camaro, that’s what I’m talking about!

06-05-2013, 09:25 PM	#2
closs2sx Drives: 1970 chevelle Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Central NH Posts: 1,427	i believe if i am not mistaken its 3/8 id hose that you need i will check when i get home from work to be sure __________________ On Order 2018 ZL1 1LE Garnet Red Tint Coat Metallic MY Car 2015 Z06 Z07 Daytona Sunrise Orange Metallic Dads Car 2013 ZL1 vin 963 Crystal Red Tint Coat/Black Wheels Exposed Carbon Fiber Insert 6 Spd Manual

06-05-2013, 09:37 PM	#3
BRAVO 2SS Aim Small...Miss Small Drives: 2018 ZL1 M6 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 866	Yup...3/8 id __________________ 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS

06-06-2013, 06:48 AM	#5
ernie scar Drives: Chevy/Dodge/Ford Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: thunder bay Posts: 131	BRAVO 2SS, closs2sx and Al C. Thanks for your help. I think the hardest part of the install was taking the factory hose off. Figuring out how to make a bracket out of flat stock to mount the catch can was easier. Thanks again for your help guys. __________________ They say money can’t buy happiness; well they never drove a Camaro. A Corvette engine and a Cadillac suspension stuffed into a Camaro, that’s what I’m talking about!

06-06-2013, 07:37 AM	#6
E-Ray Drives: 2016 Camaro 2SS, Nightfall Grey Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Sulphur La. Posts: 1,680 View My Garage	Yes, 3/8 inside diameter. Just installed mine. __________________ 2016 Camaro 2SS, Nightfall Grey, MRC, NPP, S/R, Nav, A8, E-Force Supercharged.

06-05-2013, 09:55 PM	#4
Al C. Drives: ZL1 #529 "El-Jefe" Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 668	3/8's

06-06-2013, 08:13 AM	#7
bkatzman Drives: 2018 Camaro ZL1/1LE Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Franklin, Wisconsin Posts: 247	Very nice looking!

06-06-2013, 09:49 AM	#8
SC2150 Account Suspended Drives: 2012 Camaro RS, RX supercharged Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Bradenton, FL Posts: 6,063	Also, do NOT use a fuel line type or heater hose type as when warm these will collapse and block the flow (they are designed to operate under pressure, not vacuum). Use a hydraulic rated stiff sidewall like the trans cooler hose.

06-06-2013, 02:36 PM	#9
MMXI SS Drives: 2013 VR ZL1 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: MN Posts: 34	Tracey, Do you think SAE30R7 rated hose is okay? That's what I have on my car now. The Goodyear website states "Fuel Line/PCV/Emission Control" and it looks like it has the same construction of their Transmission Oil Cooler Hose.

06-06-2013, 08:10 PM	#10
SC2150 Account Suspended Drives: 2012 Camaro RS, RX supercharged Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Bradenton, FL Posts: 6,063	Yes. Emission's rated is made to not collapse under vacuum. For the non believers, here is a common result from customers we have guided through (and yes, had to wait for their product far to long): Hey Tracy, Just wanted to thank you, and everyone at RevXtreme. I bought a catch can from you, for my 2005 CTS. Well since installing it i'm not consuming any oil anymore. I've had a close eye on the oil level since i have installed it and it hasn't used a drop. I don't know how or what that catch can has done to prevent the oil consumption. (I've read your tech tips article and understand the concept of how a catch can work.) I guess i am just baffeled that it something so simple like that could work. Anyway just wanted to thank you. I was at my last wits end with this car and was about to put it back on the market, after the dealer replaced two motors under warrenty. I'll be purchasing another catch can from you in the future. I have a 2000 Camaro SS that is getting a turbo as we speak, as a fun project street car. But thanks again. It was definetly worth the wait. Gabe Moulden

06-06-2013, 08:31 PM	#11
OldScoolCamaro Drives: Camaro's, always have, always will. Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Home of the brave Posts: 4,851	I have to say the hose as supplied by RX is my only complaint as it's way too stiff <overkill>. Would not a vacuum line hose such as that what was supplied back in the 70's thats not so stiffly braided in the center wall be sufficient for most everyday users? We are not talking abut 100K miles of durabiity of use until failure here with a supply/return hose I hope. __________________ In Scott We Trust...all others must show proof.