How to prevent oil from pushing through breathers?
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Yes, that is an interesting idea. A few pictures would be great. Although I dont know how or where I can mount the pump, especially with the serp belt that I run.
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Dick,
Yeah, I will keep you posted. Did you get the barn plowed out and the engine out today?
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I run a vacuum pump and it is great for oil blow-by control. I don't agreed with the 30+ hp in a wet sump marine application. My dyno experience with standard tension oil rings @ 15" of vacuum is less than 10 HP. Any more vacuum than 15" caused my oil pressure to fluctuate on the dyno...VP fighting the oil pump.
For absolute blow by control on a wet sump system, all you need is any negative pressure. To rig this VP system right, figure on a $1500+ project.
You can use one VP on twin BB....works great.
For absolute blow by control on a wet sump system, all you need is any negative pressure. To rig this VP system right, figure on a $1500+ project.
You can use one VP on twin BB....works great.
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Having the same problem with my 454's wet sump system.I have the old school alum valve covers with the ribs on top and push in breathers. 1 on each side. After a day running I will have oil in the ribs of covers. I thought that if I plumbed this to the air cleaner it would foul my carb. Am I right ? Plus really liked the clean look of nothing going flame arrester. I can't see spending 1500 to keep me from wiping alittle oil but interested in any other ideas.
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