DIY | Radium Catch Can | Video | Full Technical Info

[JackSmiley]

Originally Posted by Dezoris

I plan on SC in spring so when I get around to it will update this if someone does not beat me to it.

Im planning to get one one jan or feb, but i dont have the mechanical know-how to place which hose to where. well, i'll just ask around if ever.

[Dezoris]

Can 3/4 Full at 3000 Miles:

[F1point4]

It's been a while, but I'd like to return to post some of my install photos from the catch can. Thanks @Dezoris for the guide. Worked a charm.

Product Shot


20121106-RadiumCatchCan-01 by VictorN07, on Flickr

Dipstick to check your levels


20121106-RadiumCatchCan-02 by VictorN07, on Flickr

The atomic cutout was a nice touch


20121106-RadiumCatchCan-03 by VictorN07, on Flickr

The smaller barb as listed in the guide. 0.425". Well made and has the o-ring to seal. Inlet from the PCV valve.


20121106-RadiumCatchCan-04 by VictorN07, on Flickr


20121106-RadiumCatchCan-05 by VictorN07, on Flickr


20121106-RadiumCatchCan-06 by VictorN07, on Flickr

The larger barb as listed in the guide. 0.5". Outlet to the intake manifold


20121106-RadiumCatchCan-07 by VictorN07, on Flickr

This is where I differed from the guide. Saw D3PE's design for the mount of the catch can and decided to borrow that. I would make a L bracket that wedges underneath the battery. This picture is the battery removed. Discovered it sat on the tray


20121110-RadiumCatchCan-08 by VictorN07, on Flickr

Here is the plastic tray the battery sits on


20121110-RadiumCatchCan-09 by VictorN07, on Flickr

Bummer. The tray has nipples that slot into the holes shown a few pictures above. Keeps the battery from sliding about. Time to bust out the cutter


20121110-RadiumCatchCan-10 by VictorN07, on Flickr

Here is the bracket I fabbed. Bent a 6x18" piece of steel 90 degrees and painted it with rustoleum to prevent rust. I wanted aluminium but derped at the store. Drilled out holes for the battery tray and catch can. I did leave room in case I wanted to go dual catch can


20121110-RadiumCatchCan-11 by VictorN07, on Flickr

Lined the bottom with pipe insulation tape to prevent scratching of the painted surface this will sit in


20121110-RadiumCatchCan-12 by VictorN07, on Flickr


20121110-RadiumCatchCan-13 by VictorN07, on Flickr

My dad found some hardware to mount the can to the bracket. Good times with the old man.


20121110-RadiumCatchCan-14 by VictorN07, on Flickr



20121110-RadiumCatchCan-15 by VictorN07, on Flickr


Everything ready to go. Used 3 of the stainless filters as suggested in the guide


20121110-RadiumCatchCan-16 by VictorN07, on Flickr

Rather than use PCV hose, I used more sturdy transmission hose. Rated for 250 psi vs 50 psi of PCV hose. Just peace of mind for me.


20121110-RadiumCatchCan-17 by VictorN07, on Flickr

Good shot of the smaller 11/32" transmission hose hooked up to the PCV valve on the rear of the engine. Used a hose clamp for security.


20121110-RadiumCatchCan-18 by VictorN07, on Flickr

The larger 1/2" Transmission hose goes on the intake manifold. They only had red so I rolled with that.


20121110-RadiumCatchCan-19 by VictorN07, on Flickr

Shot of the can installed under the battery.


20121110-RadiumCatchCan-20 by VictorN07, on Flickr


Finished


20121110-RadiumCatchCan-22 by VictorN07, on Flickr

[F1point4]

Originally Posted by Dezoris

Can 3/4 Full at 3000 Miles:

@Dezoris, with respect I am concerned for your engine. I've had my can on for about 2500 miles and have caught less than a teaspoon of oil (I have 7000 mi as of this writing). I'm happy we are both catching oil, however you seem to have an alarming amount.

May I ask what kind of driving conditions you put your car through?

[Dezoris]

Originally Posted by F1point4

@Dezoris, with respect I am concerned for your engine. I've had my can on for about 2500 miles and have caught less than a teaspoon of oil (I have 7000 mi as of this writing). I'm happy we are both catching oil, however you seem to have an alarming amount.

May I ask what kind of driving conditions you put your car through?

Very very hard driving. How many screens did you install?

Great pictures and mounting solution, looks very well done and also super easy to empty. How do you like the quality?

[F1point4]

Originally Posted by Dezoris

Very very hard driving. How many screens did you install?

Great pictures and mounting solution, looks very well done and also super easy to empty. How do you like the quality?

I put in 3 screens as you suggested. I guess I don't drive it as hard as you. 95% of the time I keep it under 4.5k RPM.

Thanks! I can't really fit both hands in there to unscrew, but there is plenty of room to get one in there to unscrew. Just have to go slow so I don't drop it on the exhaust.

As for quality, I understand why the Lotus people like Radium so much. This bit is good kit.

[Dezoris]

Originally Posted by F1point4

I put in 3 screens as you suggested. I guess I don't drive it as hard as you. 95% of the time I keep it under 4.5k RPM.

Thanks! I can't really fit both hands in there to unscrew, but there is plenty of room to get one in there to unscrew. Just have to go slow so I don't drop it on the exhaust.

As for quality, I understand why the Lotus people like Radium so much. This bit is good kit.

I had a track day on it as well, and did not empty after.
Keep the post updated when you empty the can after a longer period.

Radium is hard core, I wish that RLS (Really Light Stuff) had parts for the FRS/BRZ their Lotus parts are off the charts.

[Supermassive]

Thank you guys so much for bringing this kit to my attention, I'm going with the dual can setup since my turbo arrives next week and after seeing the amount of oil this thing actually catches, I have a feeling that it will be worth it's weight in gold.

[Dezoris]

Before asking further questions please review the following technical article by Toyota on the purpose of PCV systems:
http://www.ft86club.com/forums/attac...3&d=1355781670

[OrbitalEllipses]

Originally Posted by Dezoris

Can 3/4 Full at 3000 Miles:

No shit? Wow.

[Dezoris]

Originally Posted by OrbitalEllipses

No shit? Wow.

Keep in mind I had a track day on that.

[OrbitalEllipses]

Gotcha.

The 90 degree 2pc, is that the 3/8" one Radium sells as an option for their can or one you had laying around?

[Calum]

Originally Posted by Dezoris

1. Full Throttle and high RPM = Lower Intake Manifold Vacuum, High Engine Blow By.
[/B]In this condition the PCV Valve is forced full open. If there is too much blow by then the breather hose will also be used to vent into the intake hose. This will only occur under high load situations.[/FONT] [FONT=Century Gothic]

2. Lower Throttle, Cruising = Moderate Intake Manifold Pressure, Lower Blow By.
In this condition PCV Valve is half open

3. Idle or De-Acceleration = High Intake Manifold Pressure, very low blow by.
In this condition the PCV valve is virtually closed.[COLOR=#ff0000][SIZE=3]

Awesome right up, thanks.

You should replace pressure with vacuum.

[Dezoris]

Originally Posted by OrbitalEllipses

Gotcha.

The 90 degree 2pc, is that the 3/8" one Radium sells as an option for their can or one you had laying around?

I had to email and request this one:
90 Degree 2 Piece 0.425"