[Healeys] crank case ventilation

[Bob Spidell]

That type/size filter is usually used on a PCV-fitted car as an intake 
filter on a valve cover. 

One possible problem with the PCV retrofit on a Healey is the PCV valve 
is usually fitted to draw gases through the 'T' fitting on the valve 
cover.  An exactly correct PCV installation would have the T fitting 
removed and something like this on the valve cover so air would be drawn 
in through the valve cover and gases--including blowby and air from 
inside the valve cover that gets pulled down the pushrod holes--to be 
sucked into the intake manifold (i.e. a truly closed system).

I've considered this for my car but haven't tried it.


bs




Oudesluys wrote:
> I have this fitted to my car. It keeps dirt from entering the 
> crankcase but it gets soked in engine oil and eventually drips oil.
> Kees Oudesluijs
> NL
>
> Carlos Cruz schreef:
> All,
>
> Tom's Import Toys 
> (http://tomsimport.com/new/parts/parts.asp?sect=35&new=1) offers a 
> nice looking breather option you might want t consider for only $10.  
> No financial interest.
>
> Cheers,
> Carlos Cruz
> _______________________________________________


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