CCV mod

[stroker21]

Can you do this mod on our engines? Didn't know.

 

[MUDDUCK]

the mod is to prevent oil leaks from intercooler boots

 

[CHPMustang]

Here's a link to the 99-2003 7.3L CCV Article.

I'm sure the mod would be similar for the 94-97 rigs as long as the CCV is introduced into the fresh air intake system.

One thing that all the oil can have an effect on is the intercoolers cooling efficiency as the oil vapors coat the internal aluminum metal surfaces.

Here's a photo with the oil draining from the intercooler

 

[stroker21]

Well I wasn't sure. Just thought that the oil going in might add more problems with leaving carbon deposits on the turbo. I guess this can actually help lubricate the turbo bearing more. or maybe not. Just wasn't sure.

 

[95_stroker]

On our non-intercooled trucks the CCV mod isnt necessary but............. some guys do relocate the CCV to a spot in the exhaust down stream of the turbo. If you weld a bung at a 45° angle in the direction of exhaust flow it will pull a vacuum and then the CC can be vented there. Now, this isnt the environmentally sound way to vent a CC as the gasses are intended to be combusted in the engine.

 

[DOC-MX]

On our non-intercooled trucks the CCV mod isnt necessary but.............

But you can do it without any troubles, right? any pros?

 

[95_stroker]

But you can do it without any troubles, right? any pros?

Yes, you can do it and the biggest gain will be getting the obstruction out of the turbo throat.

 

[DOC-MX]

95_stroker, thanks for your reply, the question was because Im going to change the orange boot with the upgraded black one, and I dont want to use the union which comes with the kit, because of that obstruction, insted Im planning to put a 4" pipe, and do the CCV mod; what do you think?
BTW im planning to end the hose in the exhaust, its OK?