How to install American Racing Technology Oil Can

[rjkusse]

I've been reading a lot about the amount of oil that gets into the intake and therefore into the cylinders. I wasn't really interested until I had my intake off and the runners were covered in oil.

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That prompted me to find a solution. I had seen many different types for the GM cars but none that fit without modifications for the LX platform. One of our local DFWLX club members contacted David at American Racing Technology. David has been making them for the Vipers for years and was happy to help. This is one of the few that have been installed. So here's my install instructions.

Mod:
Install American Racing Technology Oil Catch Can

Time:
30 Minutes

Skill Level:
Easy

Tools Required:
- 9/16" wrench or socket
- 5/8" wrench or socket
- Allen wrenches
- Utility knife

Additional required items:
-Autozone hose part #4522 - see below


Step1: The kit

The kit comes with you see here

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Step2: Currently the barbs that David provides are a little long in the threads, however they are the right size for our hoses, so no adapters are required.

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Mark it and cut it back so it is inside of threads

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Step3: Because this is all based on vacuum, I used tephlon tape on all the fittings

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Step4: Install both fittings

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Step5: Assemble the bracket. The nice thing is it is drilled for multiple mountings, so there is no issues with clearances.

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Step6: Mount bracket. There are two long bolts provided with the kit. There is a hole next to the alternator where the shorter one goes. The other along with the sleeve goes into the head.

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Step7: Connect hoses. This is where the additional hose comes in. Per David, you can use the existing hose to go to the top of the can. Looking for a little bit of a better solution I went to visit the local Autozone store. Here is where the hose currently connects into the PCV

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To the top of the intake:

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After looking around in the back of Autozone, I found one that I initially thought might work. It actually worked out much better as you will see. It is part number 4522 or 63249. The hose on the bottom is the stock and the Autozone hose is on the top:

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It is just a little bit longer on the end going into the PCV so some trimming with a sharp utility knife is required.

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Step8: Install can and tighten. Now install the can and connect the hoses. David provides the hose that goes from the side of the can to the top of the intake. He also plans to offer different clamps for these hoses in the near future.

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You can see here how nice the hose from Autozone fits the new application:

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Connect the other hose and thats it.

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[SRT-8 Hemi]

Where can I get one of these? Does the can rest on the alternator? Is the can drilled for a 3/8 fitting or is it actuall drilled for the 1/2 fitting?

[SiliconJesus]

Is this just straight using the Viper Kit? Will it work as well on the 5.7?

Thanks for an awesome writeup. Beans!

[sixsicksheep]

How much, and where can I aquire this kit. The black will match well with everything else goin in the engine bay.

[rjkusse]

Here's the ordering info:

David Weaver
General Manager
American Racing Technology (http://www.americanracingtech.com/)
866-313-RACE
512-312-2258 local
512-312-2944 fax

Give Dave a call and he will set you up. Not sure about the 5.7L?

The bracket allows it to sit above the alternator and the fitting and can are all tapped for 1/2" so no need for adapters.

[sixsicksheep]

Thanks. I'm going to order it tomorrow.

[Ozzie]

Thanks for the detailed instructions and pix! Most excellent!! :thumbs_u:

[Pigman 440]

good info & pictures,thanks!!!

[Super T]

I don't like the one-size-fits-all bracket, but props for the install :-)

[rjkusse]

The benefits outway the lack of an application specific bracket for me.

[300CSRT8]

You are my hero Rick

:kinglock::kinglock:
Rob

[oldschool]

I think I saw this/something similar on Bipto's today. Looks like a great idea. Is this a 6.1 thing or is this a 5.7 problem as well?
oldschool

[rjkusse]

Not sure about the 5.7s. Anybody?

[InferAl]

Not sure about the 5.7s. Anybody?

Yes 5.7 also especially heavily modded 5.7's

[DarthCharger]

Very useful install and the instructions and pics are excellent. Do the instruction provided by ART include torque specs for the long and short bolts or does it not matter?

[Meister]

Outstanding post, Rick. Mega kudos. :thumbs_u:

[bipto]

Good find on the molded hose! :thumbs_u:

I've already installed the Elite Engineering can, but I'm not happy about the bend out of the PCV valve. I see a trip to Autozone in my future...

[rjkusse]

Very useful install and the instructions and pics are excellent. Do the instruction provided by ART include torque specs for the long and short bolts or does it not matter?

No torque specs. I would think snug should be sufficient.