Catch Can for CTR

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So I'm pretty new to the turbo game still and have never used a catch can. Is there a generic catch can that would work well with the CTR? I want something quality and a large capacity as I don't want to have to worry about it overflowing.. I want something larger than the Mishimoto one for the 1.5T..
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Has anyone with a stock K20C1 ever had oil inside the intercooler?

A bad catch can install can really cause a lot of harm and you should be way more worried about regular maintenance than this issue.
 

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What problem are you trying to solve with a catch can?
 

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I'm pretty sure PCV duties are handled by way of the EGR, which feeds back into the intake mani. So no need to worry about your engine getting dirty from that -- at least not externally. Now, this doesn't really answer your question but TBH it's a non-issue since you'd really have to bypass critical emissions controls just to add more weight to your car :)
 


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I'm pretty sure PCV duties are handled by way of the EGR, which feeds back into the intake mani. So no need to worry about your engine getting dirty from that -- at least not externally. Now, this doesn't really answer your question but TBH it's a non-issue since you'd really have to bypass critical emissions controls just to add more weight to your car :)
I would hope the K20C1 doesn't have an egr as that sort of hinders longevity of the engine and extra potential stuff to break.

I know once Mitsubishi went to the 4B11 with dual variable timing they were able to get rid of this feature.

If you want a really clean engine change the oil a lot. When I change the oil after only about 1000 miles the oil stays clean longer as I feel it's keeping the actual engine cleaner and getting more old oil out of the lines. Sort of catch up. Same theory in cleaning out a radiator, it will eventually come out clean if you flush it enough.
 

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Blow-by from the engine, I'm just trying to keep the engine as clean as possible from day 1..
Bingo.

A long time ago, manufacturers just let engine cylinder blow-by drip through a small rubber hose at the bottom of the engine onto the road. For environmental reasons manufacturers now re-direct this small amount of oil back into the top of the engine to be burned. For supercharged engines this can be a problem as this oil ends up on top of the cooler within the top of the super charger which gunks it up over time and slowly reduces its efficiency. Oil catch cans are small, light weight catch cans which are placed in the line that feeds the blow-by oil back into the engine. Once in a while you drain the capture blow-by oil out of the bottom of the small can via a small valve and dispose of it. This keeps it from going into your engine thus reducing potential gunk build up. Some manufacturers build more efficient ones than others so its worth looking around. Here is a small American outfit which build very good units for Mustangs/Shelby's: http://shop.bobsautosports.com/Catch-Cans-Oil-Separators_c13.htm
Unfortunately, I have no idea what would work on a Honda but I'm sure there is somebody on here who would know.
 
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Bingo.

A long time ago, manufacturers just let engine cylinder blow-by drip through a small rubber hose at the bottom of the engine onto the road. For environmental reasons manufacturers now re-direct this small amount of oil back into the top of the engine to be burned. For supercharged engines this can be a problem as this oil ends up on top of the cooler within the top of the super charger which gunks it up over time and slowly reduces its efficiency. Oil catch cans are small, light weight catch cans which are placed in the line that feeds the blow-by oil back into the engine. Once in a while you drain the capture blow-by oil out of the bottom of the small can via a small valve and dispose of it. This keeps it from going into your engine thus reducing potential gunk build up. Some manufacturers build more efficient ones than others so its worth looking around. Here is a small American outfit which built very good units for Mustangs/Shelby's: http://shop.bobsautosports.com/Catch-Cans-Oil-Separators_c13.htm
Unfortunately. I have no idea what would on a Honda but I'm sure there is somebody on here who would know.
Thanks for an actual response smh. Evo and phosky you guys can just go away if you just want to be dicks. I want a VTA setup. Vent to atmosphere. If this thread keeps the bad attitude then I'll just close the thread and PM @Design or someone who actually want to help and keep all the info to myself.
 


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Sorry for going off topic...

You've been a valuable member of this forum and i know you're getting rid of the ext for the R.

When you do that are you changing your name to something like NorthernFK8.. ?
Yeah I would like too, but I'm not sure if that is possible without making a brand new account?
 

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Bet for sure Mishimoto Automotive will have new catch cans for the CTR later this yr, they won't miss selling their products for all of the Honda folks.
 

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Once I get my CTR, I will see if my Mishimoto catch can will fit on the CTR. Just by looking at the engine bay, I think it will bolt on just like how it bolts on to the 1.5T engine.
 

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What problem are you trying to solve with a catch can?
Honda Civic 10th gen Catch Can for CTR DSCN3443


this is what happens to all DI engines on the intake valves. Its because in a port injected engine the detergents in the fuel cleans these deposits while in a DI engine the fuel is squirted directly in to the combustion chamber and doesn't wash the valves. Long term, this causes powerloss and misfiring. Some engines are worse than other like turbo audis and bmw but it not treated can be an issue.
 

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The research I have read about on catch cans indicates that they are at best only a delaying tactic, they don't solve the problem. Study results are inconsistent regarding their efficacy even there.
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