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Blow by/Catch can
Posted: Sat Jan 10, 2009 11:58 am
by d-mag
Just wondering if anyone else is getting blow by?
I took my BOV off the other day and noticed oil coating the inside of the pipes, so I bought a catch can.
Has anyone else had this problem or installed an aftermarket catch can?
Must just be me.
Blow by/Catch can
Posted: Thu Jan 15, 2009 8:29 pm
by bark
I've installed an aftermarket catch can. Mine is connected to to the pipe out of my rocker cover as well as return back into the air intake pipe. I can't say I've noticed any blow by in my car...
Maybe a seal on your turbo is starting to let go and is weaping thus allowing oil to circulate through??
Blow by/Catch can
Posted: Fri Jan 16, 2009 10:21 pm
by Garry
My car has always had a bit. I've been told by several sources it's normal. Replacing the turbo didn't change anything.
Blow by/Catch can
Posted: Fri Jan 16, 2009 11:45 pm
by Okibi
Apparently its pretty common with TX3/323 turbo owners.
Blow by/Catch can
Posted: Tue Jan 20, 2009 12:24 am
by THE REAL BORIS
I had to fit mine as soon as I fitted the AEM inlet upgrade. I had to put it back to stock in a hurry before it was installed!!!! The original intercooler was in a mess too.
I have only emptied it out once in 10,000 miles.
This was early days and before I sealed off the original little inlet/outlets seen here joined together with the clear hose. I certainly recommend that you use hose of the original Mazda diameter for the best results.