Oil catch can opinions

What, if any, catch can systems is everyone using? Been looking at a few different ones and just wanted opinions. I like the Ford Performance ones but the price hike over others seems unnecessary.

JLT. The Steeda kit is cheaper (because you basically make your own lines/connections). The Ford kit looks more "stock" or like it belongs there. But the JLT is the most convenient. It takes less than 15 seconds to open the can, observe what's in it, decide if you want to leave it or dump it and screw it back on.

I like Mishimoto and JLT.

UPR, JLT, or Steeda are good choices. We have been using the UPR in all of our vehicles and they get the job done!

Thanks for the replies! Are any of them better/worse with regards to accessing the dipstick to check oil levels?

They should all be pretty similar in regards to mount and install. UPR's attaches to the front of the engine bay and runs hoses. It should not be an issue. The link is to our site and has a good image of where it is located. Shoot me a message if you're interested in pricing.

http://www.teambeefcakeracing.com/5030-156-1-css.html

You want the longest lines possible. A longer line gives adequate time for the particles to fall out of suspension and be trapped in / by the can. The short routing used by like the Ford Performance can are easy to install, and they will catch some oil, but if you're going to bother putting one on there, get one that's going to do the best job it can.

I dont know if they have S550 offerings, but i use an S197 Bob's autsport can mounted on the firewall.

I have the GT350 version of the Bob's Autosport separators, but not mounted to the firewall. (They are mounted near the struts.) I got both passenger and driver side separators because I like their looks, but you don't need one on the driver side.

They are sealed units with a valve at the bottom for drainage, rather than opening or unscrewing the container.

Rael said:

I have the GT350 version of the Bob's Autosport separators, but not mounted to the firewall. (They are mounted near the struts.) I got both passenger and driver side separators because I like their looks, but you don't need one on the driver side.

They are sealed units with a valve at the bottom for drainage, rather than opening or unscrewing the container.

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I see most of the S550 applications bolting it to the shock tower. I think the S550 angles in pretty hard behind the engine which would make mounting at the firewall difficult. My point still stands that you would like to keep the lines as long as possible.

Bob's "Ultimate" kit.

I made mine for 20 bucks. Its a compressor filter.

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Run the FPC can. No issues, will drain at first oil change at 3k.

Another vote for the Ford can. It’s s very well thought out piece and mounts up and fits like it’s supposed to be there. It’s catching fluid too...I drained it after a few hundred miles of service just to see, and it’s certsinly doing what it’s designed to do. Didn’t measure it, but there was enough to pour out.

I have the Ford cans. I took the driver's side off when I installed the JLT CAI/Flex tune. It was bone dry anyway. Doesn't take but a few seconds to get off, pour out and put back on....

I use the Ford Separator on my 14 with the UPR braided hose upgrade.

http://m.uprproducts.com/mustang-pro-series-hose-upgrade-ford-racing-separator-11.html

I don't see the GT350 listed but if the FPC separator works ok, this should too. It has a different hoses that include a coalescing filter.

Merry Christmas all!!!

You can buy very effective and high quality tanks on eBay all day long for $50-60. No need for those puny over-priced contraptions.

http://www.terminator-cobra.com/engine.htm#Oil_separator

Here's mine on the Terminator, but the idea is the same:

I have the Ford Racing cans. Yes, they are stupid expensive, but they're 100% plug-n-play and look like OEM parts. Those and wheel locks are probably the only "mods" my GT350R will ever have.

The Ford can looks the best, like it was meant to be there. The JLT setup is the easiest to access/empty and that's why I chose it. The Steeda kit is the most flexible, allowing you to come up with your own location/routing

A special note to anyone living in an Emission state (ie CA...). The Ford Separator is the only version which carries an Emission Certification. This costs money $$$ and JLT and others have not attained it yet. The JLT is simple to install and service, but keep old hoses for Emission checks for you might find yourself having to install them to pass a static emission system check.


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I could be wrong, but I think I read that air-oil separators don't need to comply with CARB (California Air Resources Board) rules. Breathers, on the other hand, that vent to the atmosphere, are not allowed.