which mod is best at keeping oil from the intercooler??

kromdom · 03-27-2005, 06:59 PM

the problem (just to refresh our memory):
Ever see a clogged intercooler ???

But which one is best??
1. good ol' oil sep:
http://www.nhtoc.net/vbforum/showthr...ight=spoon+fed

2. plugs & breathers:
http://www.nloc.net/vbforum/showthre...threadid=81006

3. PCV kit:
http://lightning-enterprise.com/pcv.html

4. RPM Outlet (oil sep & PCV combo):
http://www.rpmoutlet.com/lightsniper1.htm

5. L&S Maintenance-free Kit:
http://www.msnusers.com/LVspics/shoe...nw?albumlist=2

6. AMW:
http://www.accmachtech.com/pcvcatchcans.htm
I have the oil sep in my L: works, cheap and easy to install/uninstall come smog time. Who is running what here??

Tazz · 03-27-2005, 07:22 PM

#2 would probably do the best job but any idea about unmetered air entering the sysytem.
Tazz

fepony · 03-27-2005, 07:57 PM

I use L&S oil seperator.

Tazz · 03-27-2005, 08:04 PM

Well if you add Vince's to the mix then his would be the best.
Tazz

kromdom · 03-27-2005, 11:13 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Tazz
#2 would probably do the best job but any idea about unmetered air entering the sysytem.
Tazz

Not a tech guy here but from reading the write up about #2, unmetered air is not an issue. Don't have a first hand experience with Vince's unit but #2 addresses at least 3 areas where oil can possibly enter. So three points to plug.

1. rubber intake boot
2. rear of plenum
3. line to rear of intake galley

breather on each cam cover and one to the oil filler, which was recommended by a tuner.

I may give #2 a shot and see how it works (just had my smog check a few days ago, won't be due until 2 more years).

Harley#356 · 03-27-2005, 11:20 PM

the unmetered air will lean out your A/F a bit though. i know A/F gauges arent the most scientific thing to work off of though, but when i had my breather on (just for looks on my N/A...blingy JLP breather

) the A/F guage wouldnt come out of the red at WOT. pulled the breather off and went back to stock, and richened up into the yellow by a decent amount.

kromdom · 03-27-2005, 11:25 PM

Josh,
RED 92 explains that no unmetered air with # 2 mod:
http://f150online.com/forums/showthr...=&pagenumber=2

JonC · 03-30-2005, 07:47 PM

Looks like a good idea with the breathers. Anyone else do this mod?

kromdom · 03-30-2005, 11:25 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by JonC
Looks like a good idea with the breathers. Anyone else do this mod?

I will be cleaning the i/c, tb, etc soon of my L and will do option #2 above. Will not know how well it works till next cleaning. The guys who have done this (FTW, NLOC and F150online) seem pretty convinced it works BEST.

Dbl G · 03-31-2005, 06:33 PM

#1

Dbl G · 03-31-2005, 06:34 PM

#2

Dbl G · 03-31-2005, 06:37 PM

#3

Dbl G · 03-31-2005, 08:30 PM

I am tiring to get in touch with James to see what he think's. I think, No Smog Air = Clean Air = Lean Air = Most likely tune tweak...

Madferraristi · 04-01-2005, 10:10 AM

Go with an L&S and be done with it!

MRBLUEOVAL · 04-01-2005, 10:34 AM

Vince's unit is best. I do not have it but know it works. I willalso state that unmetered air is not a good idea....Period. If you go this route be sure you geta tune with your exact setup! If you do not believe this your making a mistake. These computers need to know this information to ensure proper A/F ratio.

03-27-2005, 06:59 PM	#1 (permalink)
kromdom #4954, 12APR01 Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: SoCal Posts: 6,447 View this user's gallery iTrader: 0 / 0%	which mod is best at keeping oil from the intercooler?? the problem (just to refresh our memory): Ever see a clogged intercooler ??? But which one is best?? 1. good ol' oil sep: http://www.nhtoc.net/vbforum/showthr...ight=spoon+fed 2. plugs & breathers: http://www.nloc.net/vbforum/showthre...threadid=81006 3. PCV kit: http://lightning-enterprise.com/pcv.html 4. RPM Outlet (oil sep & PCV combo): http://www.rpmoutlet.com/lightsniper1.htm 5. L&S Maintenance-free Kit: http://www.msnusers.com/LVspics/shoe...nw?albumlist=2 6. AMW: http://www.accmachtech.com/pcvcatchcans.htm I have the oil sep in my L: works, cheap and easy to install/uninstall come smog time. Who is running what here?? Last edited by kromdom; 08-07-2006 at 09:03 AM..

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JonC Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Edison, NJ Posts: 193 View this user's gallery iTrader: 0 / 0%	Looks like a good idea with the breathers. Anyone else do this mod? __________________ 2003 Black Harley #518(Sold)

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Madferraristi 32V SC 5.4L #001 Join Date: May 2003 Location: Northern California Posts: 2,041 View this user's gallery iTrader: 0 / 0%	Go with an L&S and be done with it! __________________ Click here to visit MAD's site.

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03-27-2005, 07:22 PM	#2 (permalink)
Tazz Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: KS Posts: 3,973 View this user's gallery iTrader: 0 / 0%	#2 would probably do the best job but any idea about unmetered air entering the sysytem. Tazz

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fepony Moderator Charter Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 7,813 View this user's gallery iTrader: 0 / 0%	I use L&S oil seperator.

03-27-2005, 08:04 PM	#4 (permalink)
Tazz Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: KS Posts: 3,973 View this user's gallery iTrader: 0 / 0%	Well if you add Vince's to the mix then his would be the best. Tazz

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Harley#356 Worlds Fastest HD F150!!! Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Week-Philly; Weekend-Souf Jerz Posts: 31,622 View this user's gallery iTrader: 0 / 0%	the unmetered air will lean out your A/F a bit though. i know A/F gauges arent the most scientific thing to work off of though, but when i had my breather on (just for looks on my N/A...blingy JLP breather ) the A/F guage wouldnt come out of the red at WOT. pulled the breather off and went back to stock, and richened up into the yellow by a decent amount.

03-27-2005, 11:25 PM	#7 (permalink)
kromdom #4954, 12APR01 Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: SoCal Posts: 6,447 View this user's gallery iTrader: 0 / 0%	Josh, RED 92 explains that no unmetered air with # 2 mod: http://f150online.com/forums/showthr...=&pagenumber=2

03-31-2005, 08:30 PM	#13 (permalink)
Dbl G Guest Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 0 View this user's gallery iTrader: 0 / 0%	I am tiring to get in touch with James to see what he think's. I think, No Smog Air = Clean Air = Lean Air = Most likely tune tweak...

04-01-2005, 10:34 AM	#15 (permalink)
MRBLUEOVAL Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Tampa Florida Posts: 4,659 View this user's gallery iTrader: 0 / 0%	Vince's unit is best. I do not have it but know it works. I willalso state that unmetered air is not a good idea....Period. If you go this route be sure you geta tune with your exact setup! If you do not believe this your making a mistake. These computers need to know this information to ensure proper A/F ratio.