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I’ve asked about whether or not adding a catch can would ever void my warranty in the event I ever have engine issues (example: AFM) and the answer was YES! There was another member that posted how his warranty was voided when he had AFM issues and due to the dealership finding a catch can, GM voided all warranty work, cancelled out his warranty completely! You think that’s worth it, be my guess but with all this AFM BS on these forums, I’ll just do what I’m doing (if it ain’t broke don’t fix it) and deal with carbon buildup if it ever gives me a problem. Sent from Above

I’ve read a huge amount and agree that something needs to be done but not worth the risk of voiding my 100K warranty especially since NO ONE has actually posted same motor from start to finish of with and without. I’d be on the Catch Can wagon too if it wasn’t for all the above and adding the possible issues that may be added using a catch can. Sent from Above

No, I’ll get some out later tonight. I don’t have the light beam going out far like everyone else, I like it about 30-40 feet out. I’ll take pics tonight Sent from Above

I’ve even considered a having a can installed, just don’t want my warranty voided in the event a warranty issue comes into play. Not saying they’re bad! It’s questionable to weather the can adds much more condensation. DI motors definitely have this carbon burn off problem but the can has been known to also add to the moisture buildup. The Catch Can is a great idea but there’s ZERO PROOF of it catching or creating because NO ONE has performed this breakdown. You can wear a mask to keep you from breathing toxic air but you still absorb it through your skin, cans are known to create moisture buildup as well as problems in freezing temperatures. Worth it? To some yes, to others no. My 16 Yukon xl 5.3 had carbon build up that required a clean out at the dealership at only 12k miles, added Lucas Fuel treatment and kept adding it every other tank with never having the issue EVER again. I‘ve got an 18 6.2, run nothing but Amsoil Sig Series because of its very low burn off rate when compared to full synthetics and OCI’s every4-5k miles, Lucas Fuel treatment every other tank and at Almost 30k miles with Zero performance issues. I know that it’s a DI engine and fuel cleaners are not expected to clean above but this truck is a beast that will soon have traction bars installed due to the tires hopping and losing traction. I’ve lately started adding E85, mixing it with 93 octane for cleaning purposes. Haven’t taken the motor apart to check for carbon buildup, have YOU or anyone else with a catch can? NOPE! The Catch Can serves a good theory, no proof of with or without are just assumptions from there on. I don’t live on assumptions, my using Amsoil Signature Series sling with Lucas Fuel treatment is proof enough for me that something’s working cause I’m at about 30k miles with zero engine stuttering. Do whatever makes you more confident and works for you but as of this very moment, using 100% pure synthetic extremely low burn off oil along 20-21 micron capturing oil filter and with Lucas Fuel treatment “MAY” be preventing the carbon buildup just as a Catch Can “May” be helping reduce but not stopping carbon buildup. One day I may be installing one but it would have to be the day I buy a new truck due to carbon buildup lol Sent from Above

I’ve heard bad things about using ethanol in your tank during cold winter months, I’m a bit apprehensive about mixing it during the winter months because of the higher water contents in it during cold winter days. Anyone know what temps that pertains to? Sent from Above

You asked complete strangers to talk you into whether or not you need a catch can, not sure why you’ve become so defensive, I didn’t quote you on the fuel cleaner. It’s apparent that you don’t realize that to this day, there’s not been one person that’s shown results of internal engine parts with and without a catch can. Asking if you’re going to start a new thread on doing so has apparently put you on the spot or made you very uncomfortable which wasn’t my intention. You’ve been talked into buying a catch can with zero proof of with and without and now “you too” will start collecting condensation mixed with oil vapors requiring draining. I do believe, may be mistaken, there are a few forums that collect posted pictures and you too may have your pictures used as evidence of what’s collected in a catch can and that’s it. You’re not the first person asking to be talked into something with zero proof and you won’t be the last. Good luck and take care! Sent from Above

At what mileage do you think you’ll be looking to see what your engines internals will look like with catch can and will you ever tear down your engine or run scope through to see what your engines internal look like?? “Maybe” you’ll be the first to actually show proof that a can helps keep a cleaner engine and if not, just more he said she said. I’d follow your post if you were to start one on it! Sent from Above

How many miles do you have on your vehicle now? Sent from Above

That’s never going to happen. Instead, the bickering begins lol Sent from Above

You’re absolutely correct, it’s made a big difference for me as well. Sent from Above

Sorry, crazy day today, just got home. It looks to be about 1.25” but the gap is larger behind the grill, it’s actually laying on the bottom pc of plastic. Hope this works for you. Sent from Above

I like Grumpys idea, Techron Fuel System cleaner, seems to be easier on the environment too. Sent from Above

No worries but the Chevy (if my memory serves me correct) May have a larger gap but I’ll check tomorrow and post a pic Sent from Above

There will be some additional drilling into the supplied braces, depending on where you want the light beam to hit, I like mine aiming on the road about 50’ out, excellent light for the price Sent from Above

Yes, had it attached with stainless steel washers too and absolutely ZERO issues with the shutters, approx an inch before touching the shutters. I thought it was going to be easy to decide where to install the switch but behind the plastic pc under the steering wheel that’s easily removed, there’s a hard plastic area that you can’t or shouldn’t drill through so I made it easy. I may have the switch moved somewhere else but for now, it’s fine. I didn’t install this myself, had it installed at a car audio store, it’s all cheap to do. Light bar was only $110 plus install which was $150. Sent from Above

South Texas, 93 is $2.65 per gallon, E85 is $2.15 per gallon haven’t seen any E30 anywhere Sent from Above

I’m still trying to figure out how GM is using made in China, Mexico and now just spotted made in UK. Lol, our trucks have become the Melting Pots Sent from Above

You won’t regret it, stock up, I never leave home without it [emoji6] Sent from Above

32” light bar installed Amazon purchase: Shop installed and supplied easy to get to switch: Sent from Above

See you’re going all out Protection there. [emoji1303] Sent from Above

Best research would be two identical vehicles with exact specs, one with a can and one without and inspect at will. This is something NO ONE has been able to prove. As far as synthetic oil, depends on whether or not it’s conventional stock base or real 100% synthetic base stock. Good luck with dat research. Sent from Above

Oooops, I forgot lol Sent from Above

It’s more like 10-15$ cost per can for GM. Sent from Above

It’s a toss up, what you get in the can is mostly water from condensation which adds to the fear factor. There’s absolutely no proof, non that I’ve seen on these forums, that it’s saved any engine from self destruction. As a matter of fact, it’s common to see dual systems attached because fluid has been found to actually not be caught using just one catch can. We all agree that these engines have a bad case of crapping where they eat but the reality is that catch can though serve a reminder of GM’s screw up, create illusion of lots of fluids when it’s really mostly condensation mixed with oil vapors. I think it’s great for those using it because it gives them a sense of proactive maintenance but there’s not been one person that’s ever proven that their engine is cleaner using one. Sent from Above

I don’t mind putting in a few gallons for cleaning purposes but NEVER will I run straight E85, doesn’t benefit from it. I’ve noticed a decrease in mpg just by adding 7 gallons to a full tank. Super on road trips, especially being I almost never find E85 and when I have, I got nervous not knowing the condition of it. You gotta get it while it’s fresh out of the oven lol. E85 in my area isn’t sought after, primarily for those that mix a bit like I do for cleaning purposes but to this day, I’ve never seen anyone fill up with E85. To each their own, I’ve got a Tuned 6.2 that’s always eager to go, with E85 or with 93, I do get better mpgs with straight 93 Sent from Above