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[High Country 6.2L/8]

12 minutes ago, diyer2 said:

It amazes me how people can knock a product without any experience using the product.

I'm talking about Sea Foam.

Been around since the 40"s I believe.

I have used it for years in every motor I have owned.

From 2 cycle lawn equipment, vehicles and outboards.

They all get a regular dose of it.

My ATV gets a dose every fill up because it can sit for a while.

 

Quick story about Sea Foam.

Pulled up to the dock at the local lake, early spring time.

Boat sitting on the trailer.

Owner says it will start but as soon as you touch the throttle it dies.

I asked first time out this year?

Yes he said.

I asked did you leave gas in it over the winter?

Yes he said.

Is the gas in the 6 gallon tank fresh gas and oil?

Yes he said.

I had a can of Sea Foam in my truck. Usually do.

Sold the can to him.

Told him put the can of Sea Foam in the gas tank.

Start it and let it idle.

In fifteen minutes it ran fine.

Saved their fishing trip after a 2 hour drive to the lake.

 

Great product IMO.

It's also a fuel stabilizer and cheaper than Sta- Bil.

Also cleans the fuel system and Sta-Bil doesn't.

 

It has it limits. Everything does.

 

 

 

It amazes me as well dont knock unless you tried it the same as a catch can, which I been using for several year with great results and also Seafoam.Some just like being negative 

[Jaychevy81]

Just installed the JLT 3.0 checked it after a 20 min ride I couldn’t believe the oil water in it already I’m impressed.


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[Jaychevy81]

Just installed the JLT 3.0 checked it after a 20 min ride I couldn’t believe the oil water in it already I’m impressed.


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[High Country 6.2L/8]

2 minutes ago, Jaychevy81 said:

Just installed the JLT 3.0 checked it after a 20 min ride I couldn’t believe the oil water in it already I’m impressed.


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Yes unbelievable the crap they catch 

[sixty4]

Whats the best brand for a 5.3, I don't want ebay or chinese. Looking at one over at elite engineering, but if I can do better please chime in! Thanks....  

[azsteve01]

1 minute ago, sixty4 said:

Whats the best brand for a 5.3, I don't want ebay or chinese. Looking at one over at elite engineering, but if I can do better please chime in! Thanks....  

i liked and got the one from k-motor performance on amazon. I like it because it is square, has sight glass and drain port. It does come with a bracket and expandable rubber plugs to mount on sheet metal. I made a bracket and mounted mine on the backside of the supercharger reservoir tank bracket. 
 

Quality on machining is top notch and well put together. I unfortunately got a returned unit so some parts were missing , like the rubber plugs and bolts for mounting. Contacted the seller and they shipped out some ASAP. I also put hex stainless bolts around the whole thing for aesthetics. Working on the install now. You have to buy your own fittings and hoses. Btw the holes in the can takes 10an-orb. 

[High Country 6.2L/8]

8 minutes ago, azsteve01 said:

i liked and got the one from k-motor performance on amazon. I like it because it is square, has sight glass and drain port. It does come with a bracket and expandable rubber plugs to mount on sheet metal. I made a bracket and mounted mine on the backside of the supercharger reservoir tank bracket. 
 

Quality on machining is top notch and well put together. I unfortunately got a returned unit so some parts were missing , like the rubber plugs and bolts for mounting. Contacted the seller and they shipped out some ASAP. I also put hex stainless bolts around the whole thing for aesthetics. Working on the install now. You have to buy your own fittings and hoses. Btw the holes in the can takes 10an-orb. 

I'll say it again all catch cans do one job gather crap, whether there expensive or not they all perform the same. Have an Elite and a friend has a much cheaper brand no difference. 

[azsteve01]

6 minutes ago, High Country 6.2L/8 said:

I'll say it again all catch cans do one job gather crap, whether there expensive or not they all perform the same. Have an Elite and a friend has a much cheaper brand no difference. 

And I agree. Each person will spend their MONEY on what they want. As stated I chose mine based on appearance and a couple features I was looking for. Have a nice day!

[sixty4]

20 hours ago, azsteve01 said:

i liked and got the one from k-motor performance on amazon. I like it because it is square, has sight glass and drain port. It does come with a bracket and expandable rubber plugs to mount on sheet metal. I made a bracket and mounted mine on the backside of the supercharger reservoir tank bracket. 
 

Quality on machining is top notch and well put together. I unfortunately got a returned unit so some parts were missing , like the rubber plugs and bolts for mounting. Contacted the seller and they shipped out some ASAP. I also put hex stainless bolts around the whole thing for aesthetics. Working on the install now. You have to buy your own fittings and hoses. Btw the holes in the can takes 10an-orb. 

Thank you! Ordering tonight,...

[durandetto]

Anyone have the elite clean side separator? Mine is seeping oil past the 2 o-rings and onto to the valve cover cover. Not sure if I should just find some o-rings or contact elite for a new oil cap.

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[High Country 6.2L/8]

4 hours ago, durandetto said:

Anyone have the elite clean side separator? Mine is seeping oil past the 2 o-rings and onto to the valve cover cover. Not sure if I should just find some o-rings or contact elite for a new oil cap.

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Have one on my 17 since new, no oil leak on the cleanside, not sure what to say the issue would be. Perhaps someone else has this problem. Maybe replacing O ring would be a solution 

[Flexbrah]

On 1/5/2020 at 9:41 AM, diyer2 said:

It amazes me how people can knock a product without any experience using the product.

I'm talking about Sea Foam.

Been around since the 40"s I believe.

I have used it for years in every motor I have owned.

From 2 cycle lawn equipment, vehicles and outboards.

They all get a regular dose of it.

My ATV gets a dose every fill up because it can sit for a while.

 

Quick story about Sea Foam.

Pulled up to the dock at the local lake, early spring time.

Boat sitting on the trailer.

Owner says it will start but as soon as you touch the throttle it dies.

I asked first time out this year?

Yes he said.

I asked did you leave gas in it over the winter?

Yes he said.

Is the gas in the 6 gallon tank fresh gas and oil?

Yes he said.

I had a can of Sea Foam in my truck. Usually do.

Sold the can to him.

Told him put the can of Sea Foam in the gas tank.

Start it and let it idle.

In fifteen minutes it ran fine.

Saved their fishing trip after a 2 hour drive to the lake.

 

Great product IMO.

It's also a fuel stabilizer and cheaper than Sta- Bil.

Also cleans the fuel system and Sta-Bil doesn't.

 

It has it limits. Everything does.

 

 

 

I've never used seafoam before but most people rave about it. How often do you use it in your fuel tank?

[Grumpy Bear]

1 hour ago, Flexbrah said:

I've never used seafoam before but most people rave about it. How often do you use it in your fuel tank?

Seafoam, IMHO, isn't a great cleaning but it is a pretty good tool for maintaining an established level of clean. Red Line SI-1, Gumout Restore and Chevron Techron are good cleaners. (in no particular order) 

[azsteve01]

2 hours ago, Flexbrah said:

I've never used seafoam before but most people rave about it. How often do you use it in your fuel tank?

Things like sea-foam,gum out and other products like this are for those who don’t do proper regular maintenance. I mean those who wait for it to break or will run their oil till it gets low before they change it. With the exception for the gas stabilizer  if your vehicle is going to sit for a period of time than that is cool to use. 
 

Use good quality gas, do regular oil changes including a quality brand. Fix things as soon as possible if you notice any leak or new sounds ASAP. I am old school and don’t just use any oil that is on sale. I stick with the same brand and weight once i get a vehicle. If you buy a used car try to find out what the previous owner used if you can. It might not hurt if you buy a used car and can see it was not maintained properly to use something like sea-foam if it makes you happy. Some of these issues others have mentioned as problems has never been an issue because of the maintenance regime that I done. 
 

There are those who do preventive maintenance and those that do reactive car care. Choose your poison. 
 

Another tip is it doesn’t hurt to pressure wash your engine if there are no leaks on the top end fluid or vacuum.  It helps in a couple ways, engine will run cooler ( dirt and grime hold the heat in) you will see any new leaks quicker plus your mechanic will thank you. 
 

I know i am going to get slammed for my post because there are some who think i am lecturing. That is fine if it helps someone going forward.

[High Country 6.2L/8]

6 hours ago, azsteve01 said:

Things like sea-foam,gum out and other products like this are for those who don’t do proper regular maintenance. I mean those who wait for it to break or will run their oil till it gets low before they change it. With the exception for the gas stabilizer  if your vehicle is going to sit for a period of time than that is cool to use. 
 

Use good quality gas, do regular oil changes including a quality brand. Fix things as soon as possible if you notice any leak or new sounds ASAP. I am old school and don’t just use any oil that is on sale. I stick with the same brand and weight once i get a vehicle. If you buy a used car try to find out what the previous owner used if you can. It might not hurt if you buy a used car and can see it was not maintained properly to use something like sea-foam if it makes you happy. Some of these issues others have mentioned as problems has never been an issue because of the maintenance regime that I done. 
 

There are those who do preventive maintenance and those that do reactive car care. Choose your poison. 
 

Another tip is it doesn’t hurt to pressure wash your engine if there are no leaks on the top end fluid or vacuum.  It helps in a couple ways, engine will run cooler ( dirt and grime hold the heat in) you will see any new leaks quicker plus your mechanic will thank you. 
 

I know i am going to get slammed for my post because there are some who think i am lecturing. That is fine if it helps someone going forward.

Well said!!