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RedZL1 · 10-25-2012, 02:05 PM

Just wrapped up the install of oil catch can.

I used a 4" aluminum turn buckle as a stand-off/spacer to get the desired mounting position and tapped it with 10mm/1.50 pitch. It worked out well. I wanted to dress it up a little so I used some 6 AN fittings and braided hose.

Next mod is to re-route those fugly intercooler hoses.

Joey8 · 10-25-2012, 02:10 PM

Looks great. Really like the color. What exactly does it do?

RedZL1 · 10-25-2012, 02:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Joey8

Looks great. Really like the color. What exactly does it do?

Its meant to keep engine oil from being sucked into the intake.

yoshie · 10-25-2012, 03:09 PM

Looks great ,did fittings and hose line come with kit

RedZL1 · 10-25-2012, 03:33 PM

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Originally Posted by yoshie

Looks great ,did fittings and hose line come with kit

The can comes with the standard rubber hose and NPT/Barb fittings.

I bought the AN fittings and braided hose from summit. You can pick this stuff up from any number of places.

BeachBum · 10-25-2012, 03:59 PM

Looks Great - Post Pic's When You Change The SC Hoses

SC2150 · 10-25-2012, 04:05 PM

Looks awesome!! AN fitting & Line option makes it look pro as heck.

2010 SSRS · 10-25-2012, 04:07 PM

looks awesome

RiCorvette · 10-25-2012, 08:25 PM

Looks great - but pretty tight; any problem getting the lines connected to the ports on the block?

RedZL1 · 10-25-2012, 09:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Ricamaro

Looks great - but pretty tight; any problem getting the lines connected to the ports on the block?

No problems at all. I removed the little bracket holding the wire/connectors on the side of the diaphragm/cannister just so I could get my big meat hooks in there to disconnect the factory vacuum hose. Other wise really simple mod to do.

Normagene · 10-26-2012, 01:06 PM

Best looking install I've seen yet. Great job! I'm thinking about this mod. What's the total cost if you don't mind me asking. I've seen others using dual can. Why a single? Just a novice and I'd like to hear your opinion. Also where did you order/buy the catch can and are there several color options? Thanks for any assistance you can provide, oh and the bracket was fab by you or it came with?

Normagene · 10-26-2012, 01:20 PM

Oh one other comment, when everyone sees your pictures, they are going to change out their hoses. I doubt even if this was a factory install it would look as good as the job you did. If you're going to do something, do it right, and it don't get better than this. BRAVO!

RedZL1 · 10-26-2012, 02:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Normagene

Best looking install I've seen yet. Great job! I'm thinking about this mod. What's the total cost if you don't mind me asking. I've seen others using dual can. Why a single? Just a novice and I'd like to hear your opinion. Also where did you order/buy the catch can and are there several color options? Thanks for any assistance you can provide, oh and the bracket was fab by you or it came with?

Thanks for the compliments. I chose this particular can from Elite Engineering because it's rated to be pretty effective, & because it accepts the NPT fittings.

Here is a breakdown of costs associated with this setup

Can = $170 (includes black anodized bracket)
SS Braided hose (6ft -6AN) = $26.95
Braided hose cutters = $42.95 really recommend these as they make life sooo much easier when cutting the hose to desire length.
(2) -6ANx1/4 NPT 90 degree fittings = $14.50
(1) -6AN Hose end 90 degree = $13.95
(1) -6AN Hose end straight = $4.88
(2) -6AN Earls econ-o-fit hose clamps = $11.90
(1) 4" Aluminum turn buckle = $9.00 (available at your local hardware store or Lowes/home Depot)
(1) 10mm Lock washer = $0.30
(1) Black 10mmx1.25"x1.50 pitch Allen bolt = $1.40
(1) 10mmx1.50 Tap = $7.00
(1) tube of blue loctite = $7.00

total cost of everything is right around $300. I didn't realize I had that much into it until I added everything up....damn!

Deke736 · 10-26-2012, 02:56 PM

That looks great! I am installing my CC this afternoon. I need to consider the braided hoses now! I love your engine cover and cross brace BTW. It looks similar to my setup:

10-25-2012, 02:05 PM	#1
RedZL1 Drives: Victory Red ZL1 Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Fairless Hills PA Posts: 125	Catch Can install...just finished Just wrapped up the install of oil catch can. I used a 4" aluminum turn buckle as a stand-off/spacer to get the desired mounting position and tapped it with 10mm/1.50 pitch. It worked out well. I wanted to dress it up a little so I used some 6 AN fittings and braided hose. Next mod is to re-route those fugly intercooler hoses. Attached Images

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BeachBum Drives: 2012 (ZL-1) #468 Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Veradale, Washington Posts: 651	Looks Great - Post Pic's When You Change The SC Hoses __________________

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Deke736 COTW 12/3/12 Drives: 2012 Ashen Gray ZL1 Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Glen Carbon, IL Posts: 3,279	That looks great! I am installing my CC this afternoon. I need to consider the braided hoses now! I love your engine cover and cross brace BTW. It looks similar to my setup: __________________

10-25-2012, 02:10 PM	#2
Joey8 Drives: 2008 Trailblazer SS Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: New jersey Posts: 42	Looks great. Really like the color. What exactly does it do?

10-25-2012, 03:09 PM	#4
yoshie Drives: ZL1, ,GMC Z71 ,TJ Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: So Cal Posts: 120	Looks great ,did fittings and hose line come with kit

10-25-2012, 04:05 PM	#7
SC2150 Account Suspended Drives: 2012 Camaro RS, RX supercharged Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Bradenton, FL Posts: 6,063	Looks awesome!! AN fitting & Line option makes it look pro as heck.

10-25-2012, 08:25 PM	#9
RiCorvette Drives: 2017 Corvette Grand Sport 3LT Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Center of the known Universe Posts: 863	Looks great - but pretty tight; any problem getting the lines connected to the ports on the block?

10-26-2012, 01:06 PM	#11
Normagene Drives: 2013 Ashen Gray M6 ZL1 Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: South Eastern, Mass Posts: 2,615 View My Garage	Best looking install I've seen yet. Great job! I'm thinking about this mod. What's the total cost if you don't mind me asking. I've seen others using dual can. Why a single? Just a novice and I'd like to hear your opinion. Also where did you order/buy the catch can and are there several color options? Thanks for any assistance you can provide, oh and the bracket was fab by you or it came with?

10-26-2012, 01:20 PM	#12
Normagene Drives: 2013 Ashen Gray M6 ZL1 Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: South Eastern, Mass Posts: 2,615 View My Garage	Oh one other comment, when everyone sees your pictures, they are going to change out their hoses. I doubt even if this was a factory install it would look as good as the job you did. If you're going to do something, do it right, and it don't get better than this. BRAVO!