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techtalk:ref:engmech05e [2019/06/04 17:26] hippysmack [Adding a Vent Between the Oil Tank and the Cam Chest] |
techtalk:ref:engmech05e [2019/07/17 04:33] hippysmack [Conclusions from this mod] |
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| Then the cam cover was fitted with a vent and PCV valve **which did work**. \\ | Then the cam cover was fitted with a vent and PCV valve **which did work**. \\ | ||
| However, others have done this mod with positive results. Other engine mods, specific setups and riding style will vary results. \\ | However, others have done this mod with positive results. Other engine mods, specific setups and riding style will vary results. \\ | ||
| - | Click here to view that article in the Sportsterpedia ... [[techtalk:ref:oil05d|Installing the Ultimate Crankcase Vent]] \\ | + | Click here to view that article in the Sportsterpedia ... [[techtalk:ref:engmech05d|Installing the Ultimate Crankcase Vent]] \\ |
| ====== Installing the PCV in the Vent Line ====== | ====== Installing the PCV in the Vent Line ====== | ||
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| ====== Conclusions from this mod ====== | ====== Conclusions from this mod ====== | ||
| - | Installing a PCV on the oil tank vent line did not help in creating more efficient flow of oil in the engine. \\ | + | Installing a PCV on the oil tank vent line did not help in creating more efficient flow of oil in the subject engine. \\ |
| In fact, it increased operating temps and didn't stop the loss of oil. \\ | In fact, it increased operating temps and didn't stop the loss of oil. \\ | ||
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| So much oil is being slung around that fitting in those conditions that adding a vent there will be oily. \\ | So much oil is being slung around that fitting in those conditions that adding a vent there will be oily. \\ | ||
| Based on these findings, adding the custom vent in the cam cover along with an oil splash guard is the better way to go. \\ | Based on these findings, adding the custom vent in the cam cover along with an oil splash guard is the better way to go. \\ | ||
| - | That mod is detailed here: [[techtalk:ref:oil05d|Installing the Ultimate Crankcase Vent]] \\ | + | That mod is detailed here: [[techtalk:ref:engmech05d|Installing the Ultimate Crankcase Vent]] \\ |
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