C6 corvette oil catch can

Q: Is it worth putting on a catch can?

A catch can is recommended if you arent proactive in decarbonizing your engine, and maintaining clean piston rings, as it will help prevent some problems. If you decide that a catch can is good insurance, and worth the expense, definitely buy only a quality one.

Q: Does an oil catch can increase horsepower?

An oil catch can doesnt add any power or make any cool noises so it is often overlooked when modifying vehicles. However, a catch can will ensure you always have a cleaner intake tract free of oil, and help keep your engine running better for longer.

Elite Engineering catch can for the 2008-2013 C6 Corvette LS3 includes everything needed for a complete installation. Basic mechanical skills and common hand tools are the only things required.

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Are oil catch cans necessary?
Are oil catch cans a gimmick?
Is it worth putting on a catch can?
Does an oil catch can increase horsepower?

Purpose of your Stock PCV System

The PCV (Positive Crankcase Ventilation) system is designed to regulate and remove fumes from the engine crankcase, and to alleviate crankcase pressure which could cause oil leaks or seal damage. The PCV system routes crankcase fumes into the intake manifold where they can burned to eliminate harmful emissions into the atmosphere. The PCV valve controls the amount of crankcase flow volume depending on the engine's load. With large throttle openings (high engine loads), the more blow-by gases are produced, and the more the PCV system flows oil vapor in to the intake manifold. The PCV valve also functions as a check valve to prevent intake manifold flow from reversing back into the crankcase when there is a backfire, or during periods of high manifold pressure (boost) during forced induction by turbocharger or supercharger.

Negative Effects of your Stock PCV System

Many Corvette owners with LSX engines can testify to the amount of oil residue that can accumulate inside the intake manifold, throttle body, intake track and even the air filter during aggressive driving conditions. There are various negative effects when excess oil vapor contaminates the intake system from the stock PCV system - such as -

Throttle body and/or MAFS (Mass Air Flow Sensor) malfunction or failure
Air filter, intercooler (if equipped) and intake ducting contamination if oil pools and run back out the intake system after engine shutdown
Reduced octane of the air/fuel mixture, which can cause detonation and the ECM (Engine Control Module) to retard timing, thereby reducing engine power
Excessive carbon build-up on valves, piston crowns, combustion chambers and spark plugs. This also increases the chance of detonation and power loss
Increased emissions & possible contamination of catalytic converters and oxygen sensors

Ultimate Function

The Elite Engineering PCV Oil Catch Can is designed to effectively separate oil from the crankcase vapors, thereby eliminating all negative effects of excessive intake system oil contamination. The Elite Catch Can has been engineered to remove the oil vapor before it has a chance to contaminate your intake system.

Premium Construction

The Elite Engineering PCV Oil Catch Can is constructed of the finest materials inside and out. High performance car owners insist on the best products that offer unsurpassed function as well as impressive visual enhancement. The E2 Catch Can does both! Their exclusive design incorporates optimum function and the finest materials, construction and finish for maximum dependability.

The 2.6" diameter by 6.0" long body is machined from billet 6061-T6 aluminum alloy, and then anodized in a variety of colors for a striking look. The internal condensing screen is stainless steel encased inside an aluminum alloy housing designed for low flow restriction. The housing can be disassembled for screen inspection, cleaning or replacement if needed. The inlet and outlet hose fittings are brass, and threaded into the body and sealed with Teflon tape. Supplied hoses are fuel and oil vapor compatible (SAE 30R7 rated). The bottom catch can reservoir screws onto the top of the unit, and is sealed with a built in O-ring. Inspection and cleaning is easy by simply removing the bottom of the unit without disturbing the mounting system or hoses. In keeping with their high quality standards, all supplied mounting hardware and screws are stainless steel. The supplied custom machined bracket is aluminum, and is attached to the belt/tensioner pulley.

Mighty Mouse mild draft can for the 2005-2013 C6 Corvette is spliced directly in-line of the stock PCV system to catch oil normally consumed by the PCV and gives some crankcase pressure relief. Because it relies on OEM PCV regulation and line sizes; Increased HP capacity is limited. This is the can assembly you will find within most of the 'MILD' Complete kits.

The PROSPEED C6 Corvette Catch Can System is a must for anyone running forced induction on their LS2/LS3/LS7/LS9/LSX powered C6s. The OEM PCV system is not designed for the extra crankcase pressure from increased blow-by from forced induction or "loose" built engines. This system achieves three things in one unit: Increases the line size coming from the valve covers (dual .375" OEM to dual .625" (-10AN) as well as vents the valley cover with a -6AN to allow better pressure release (prevents engine seals from being pushed out as well as turbo drain back issues) Prevents oil from getting into the intake side of the engine. Allows only clean air to enter the engine providing more HP (our system is 100% atmospheric (not connected to the intake system)

The engine bay of the C6 is very crammed from the factory and only gets worse when adding nitrous kits, superchargers, or turbo components, to help with this our system is mounted in the driver's side fender area. This allows us to add plenty of volume, internal baffles, and 2 breather filters. Our kit also includes a bulkhead that mounts to the bottom of the fender liner to allow easy draining without the removal of any parts after the initial install.

Our kit includes:

In house handcrafted catch can be built from durable .125 aluminum with CNC cut fittings

Pre-built -10AN black hose assembly's to hook to valve covers

Pre-built -6AN push lock hose assembly to hook to valley cover

Pre-built -6AN drain hose kit w/ bulkhead assembly

(2) D3PE filter kits

(2) -10AN aluminum weld ons (for valve covers)

All needed hardware

Are oil catch cans necessary?

Is it necessary? Strictly speaking, any car can continue to run without an oil catch can. However, if you do not install one, you have to take other steps to deal with the effects of blowby in your vehicle. One is the removal of the manifold in the DFI engine so the deposits can be cleaned off.

Are oil catch cans a gimmick?

Oil catch work by capturing harmful particles from engine blow-by. However, research has shown that aftermarket catch cans lack the efficiency of OEM counterparts. With so much variation in the development of aftermarket parts, it is hard to tell an effective oil catch can from an ineffective one.

Is it worth putting on a catch can?

A catch can is recommended if you aren't proactive in decarbonizing your engine, and maintaining clean piston rings, as it will help prevent some problems. If you decide that a catch can is good insurance, and worth the expense, definitely buy only a quality one.

Does an oil catch can increase horsepower?

An oil catch can doesn't add any power or make any cool noises so it is often overlooked when modifying vehicles. However, a catch can will ensure you always have a cleaner intake tract free of oil, and help keep your engine running better for longer.