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Old 06-13-2016, 12:44 AM   #24
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Originally Posted by jeepmor View Post
Boy these things are overpriced. It's only an air/oil separator, a basic part. The key engineering aspect of the part is to slow down the incoming air stream and let the oil fall out of suspension into the can while the air keeps moving and heads to your intake. Media of some sort could assist in the separation. $200 price tags on these is a bit over the top. I'm all for capitalism, but these could be crafted from a sturdy solo cup and lid and a few fittings if needed.
I suppose you can make an effective catch can out of an old soda can, hoses and some RTV if you really wanted. The money goes to the design, materials and construction of these more "expensive" pieces.
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