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C4m4r0 · 06-02-2011, 04:16 PM

What's up camaro5,

It's been a long while since I posted on here, but I have a question that I could use your expertise on.

I just bought an Oil Catch Can for my 2011 L99, and I wanted to know something about the install. I have read the instructions, and it seems very straightforward. I was just wondering if this should be installed during an oil change with all my oil drained out of the car, or if it can be installed just sitting in the garage. I'm just worried about pulling out one of the PVC lines, and having leakage from it. Is it cool to just start yanking those lines out?

When I ordered I requested the extra 3/8" tubing for the L99, any other tips reguarding the install would be helpful.

Best Regards

The Stig · 06-02-2011, 04:21 PM

Yes it's OK to just yank the lines out. Though you may want to use a flat head screwdriver to help you with the locking mechanism on the hoses.

ackeight · 06-02-2011, 04:29 PM

You can install with oil filled.

C4m4r0 · 06-02-2011, 04:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stieger

Yes it's OK to just yank the lines out. Though you may want to use a flat head screwdriver to help you with the locking mechanism on the hoses.

Will do, thanks for the quick reply.

C4m4r0 · 06-02-2011, 04:37 PM

I also just wanted to say for anyone reading this that is considering getting one that the Elite Engineering catch can is excellent. I can tell it's made with high quality materials, and it's also made in the USA. I chose the chrome version, with chrome fittings, and I'm very satisfied with the order. They are a bit on the expensive side, but once you receive it you'll be pleased with the solid craftsmanship.

MARINE1991 · 06-02-2011, 09:35 PM

I have the same set up.. love it...

Brister1 · 06-02-2011, 09:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ssummit camaro

i got the elite can and i cut my factory hard line coming from the back of the engine valve cover. i had alot of hissing noise using the supplied 3/8 hose which, might not bother you. i also ordered a extra replacement factory line for 17.00 just to have in case.

I had the same hissing noise with my Elite catch can. I did what what you did with the hard line and it cut the hissing down a lot.

Brister1 · 06-03-2011, 01:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ssummit camaro

yes it was quite noticable and i traced it to long hose from the back of the valve cover to the can. once i replaced the hose with most of the hardline the noise was gone

I only used a small portion of hard line. I figured if I go back and use as much as I can, it will just about take care of the hissing sound. Can I ask where you got your extra piece of hard line from?

I think the Elite can is top notch and have no complaints at all, it's an AWESOME catch can that works VERY well.

Brister1 · 06-03-2011, 07:54 PM

Thanks for the part # and the pics!!!!!

ADIO SS · 06-04-2011, 02:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by C4m4r0

I also just wanted to say for anyone reading this that is considering getting one that the Elite Engineering catch can is excellent. I can tell it's made with high quality materials, and it's also made in the USA. I chose the chrome version, with chrome fittings, and I'm very satisfied with the order. They are a bit on the expensive side, but once you receive it you'll be pleased with the solid craftsmanship.

ditto.... wait to see the oil it catches - VERY happy with mine.

kmcd · 06-04-2011, 10:38 PM

You might want to run some Sea Foam through your intake, depending on how many miles you've been driving it without the catch can. It'll clean out all that stuff that you're now stopping with the can.

BUMBLEB · 06-04-2011, 11:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ADIO SS

ditto.... wait to see the oil it catches - VERY happy with mine.

Been their done that,Love Mine

C4m4r0 · 06-05-2011, 01:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ssummit camaro

here are some pic of my install using the factory hardline

What are the clamps called that you used here?

flem · 06-06-2011, 04:33 PM

those type of clamps look factory

06-02-2011, 04:16 PM	#1
C4m4r0 Man behind the wheel Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Jupiter, FL Posts: 13	Elite Engineering Oil Catch Can What's up camaro5, It's been a long while since I posted on here, but I have a question that I could use your expertise on. I just bought an Oil Catch Can for my 2011 L99, and I wanted to know something about the install. I have read the instructions, and it seems very straightforward. I was just wondering if this should be installed during an oil change with all my oil drained out of the car, or if it can be installed just sitting in the garage. I'm just worried about pulling out one of the PVC lines, and having leakage from it. Is it cool to just start yanking those lines out? When I ordered I requested the extra 3/8" tubing for the L99, any other tips reguarding the install would be helpful. Best Regards __________________ 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS Inferno Metallic Orange (w/ All Black Interior)

06-02-2011, 04:21 PM	#2
The Stig knows 2 facts about ducks Drives: ...and they're both wrong Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: The HMS Invincible Posts: 25,072 View My Garage	Yes it's OK to just yank the lines out. Though you may want to use a flat head screwdriver to help you with the locking mechanism on the hoses. __________________

06-02-2011, 04:37 PM	#5
C4m4r0 Man behind the wheel Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Jupiter, FL Posts: 13	I also just wanted to say for anyone reading this that is considering getting one that the Elite Engineering catch can is excellent. I can tell it's made with high quality materials, and it's also made in the USA. I chose the chrome version, with chrome fittings, and I'm very satisfied with the order. They are a bit on the expensive side, but once you receive it you'll be pleased with the solid craftsmanship. __________________ 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS Inferno Metallic Orange (w/ All Black Interior)

06-04-2011, 10:38 PM	#11
kmcd 1,425 hp / supercharged Drives: (2020 2SS/M6) (2025 GMC Yukon) Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Central Texas Posts: 1,105	You might want to run some Sea Foam through your intake, depending on how many miles you've been driving it without the catch can. It'll clean out all that stuff that you're now stopping with the can. __________________

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