This catch can runs inline with the PCV (positive crankcase ventilation) valve and retains it s factory function. When the intake manifold pressure is close to or greater than atmospheric pressure, the PCV check valve closes and, thus, this hose experiences no flow. Conversely, the PCV hose will experience metered vacuum when the engine is idling, steady state cruising, and decelerating. This would normally draw unwanted crankcase vapor, unspent fuel, and oil sludge into the intake manifold immediately after a high load run. Note: Because the Radium catch cans are pressure sealed, they are great for this boosted application so intake manifold connection is permitted.

These catch can kits mount on the back LH side of the engine bay.

This catch can runs inline with the crankcase breather port. At low loads it experiences atmospheric pressure, but when the engine is at high load (WOT), this hose will experience high flow out of the crankcase. This would normally lead to oil and sludge accumulation in the air filter intake pipe. Oil accumulation will occur in the intercooler which lowers the thermal efficiency properties of the heat exchanger and leads to decreased performance.