[Orlando_87GN]

Ok, after experimenting with different PCV's, I have come to the conclusion that they only work for a few weeks, before you can blow right through them, in either direction. I attribute this to getting oil and grit inside of them, and then not obtaining a seal when they should.

So, question is: Where do you get those little brass check valve things I have seen for sale at Bristol? Can't remember what vendors have them. Or, does anyone have a lead on where these things come from, either Grainger or the like?

Thanks for any info.

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[XracerX]

ATR has them

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[Scottie-GNZ]

What a coincidence, I just ordered one today, $19.95. Mike, I blew on 5, new in the package, and none was sealed tightly. The thought of losing boost is one thing but dumping it into the crankcase is another. I remember what it was like blowing a head gasket and dumping boost in the valley.

Mike, remember the last time I was over I mentioned I appeared to have a slight leak?

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[Orlando_87GN]

What kind of leak?

rut roh..

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[Scottie-GNZ]

I had mentioned that I had a slight leak and it appeared to dripping off the x-over pipe. MOF, I think I left a spot in your driveway.

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[Guest]

Originally posted by Orlando_87GN:
Ok, after experimenting with different PCV's, I have come to the conclusion that they only work for a few weeks, before you can blow right through them, in either direction. I attribute this to getting oil and grit inside of them, and then not obtaining a seal when they should.

So, question is: Where do you get those little brass check valve things I have seen for sale at Bristol? Can't remember what vendors have them. Or, does anyone have a lead on where these things come from, either Grainger or the like?

Thanks for any info.

These are available from Pete Tomka direct, or through Kirbans and possibly other vendors.

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[Chuck]

Mike S.

If you want, I'll go in with you and split the shipping charges. My PCV is only a few months old and already bad.



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Originally posted by Chuck:
Mike S.

If you want, I'll go in with you and split the shipping charges. My PCV is only a few months old and already bad.


PCV valves usually don't go bad. Have yet to replace one. Cleaning them usually restores their operating efficiency.
But, with new ones, their blow-back sealing effeciency is terrible.
Believe it or not, the older they are, the better they blow-back seal.
The constant hammering of the pintle on the seat creates smoother surfaces which will seal better.
But, we use and recommend Tomka's PCV checkvalve kit, cause it offers immediate 100% blow-back sealing efficieny, without having to wait for the PCV valve to eventually cure.

Ron

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[Orlando_87GN]

I had mentioned that I had a slight leak and it appeared to dripping off the x-over pipe. MOF, I think I left a spot in your driveway.

Yes, quite a large spot too. Is that rear main already?

Then again, your PCV is wide open, so you are probably spouting oil all the time. (under boost at least).

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[VIN7]

Chuck, let me in on the PCV check valve deal. Oh yeah, I'll check with Kenne "Sure its in stock, it'll ship tomorrow" Bell about the rebuild kit :0

Mike

 

[Mikel]

Sounds like I need to order one myself, just did the rear main seal thing, and don't want to do it again any time son. I'll go ahead and throw a new PCV and a check valve in it.

 

[RandyCustomShop]

Hey Mike, didn't see this post before your "best time one" so disregard the check valve comment...

I got mine from ATR, but I've seen a few other nice ones out. Not familiar with the Tomka one. The only complaint I'd have about the ATR one is that I wish it was a little smaller. It is narrow, but a little longer than I would prefer. Very rough estimate but I think with hoses in both ends exposed part is about 1.5". I also cut a little material off the nipples at each end.
Randy

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[ThatDamBlkCar]

A little tip here..Use a power brake booster check valve.You can suck through it,but you can't blow it!! $1.99 at your local parts store. In the help section usually,mine came in black.If you are mechanically able you will figure how to incorporate it into your existing pvc line. Stop wasting money on gimmick parts that make the companies rich.My $.02

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[Grannynational]

ok, if my pcv isnt working properly will it cause me to leak oil?

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[Orlando_87GN]

Most likely.

If the PCV is overcome by boost pressure, the crankcase will become pressurized and can spit oil out, the pan gasket, intake gasket, valve cover breathers, rear main seal ect..

Not to mention, you are wasting precious boost that the turbo has to create, it's that little bit that may not be making it into the plenum.., but into the crankcase for waste.

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