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Re: [TR] Removing PCV system from TR4A

To: "Randall" <tr3driver@ca.rr.com>
Subject: Re: [TR] Removing PCV system from TR4A
From: Darrell Walker <darrellw@ipns.com>
Date: Tue, 11 Sep 2007 09:49:57 -0700
Thanks, Randall.  Some follow-up questions:

On Sep 10, 2007, at 8:47 PM, Randall wrote:

>> First, I assume that I can't just remove the valve, and run
>> some kind of hose/catch tank from the valve cover, or can I?
>
> Sure, that will work as well as the original system did.

OK.  I was worried about pressure building up in the crankcase.  Is  
just venting the top sufficient?  It leaks enough oil without giving  
it any "help" :-).

>> Installing the draft tube really isn't an option, unless
>> someone has a trick to remove the plug with the engine still
>> installed.
>
> Haven't tried it myself, but it shouldn't be too hard.  Drive a  
> screwdriver
> through it and pry it out.

Hmm, I'll look again, but I don't believe there is enough clearance  
with the engine installed.

-Darrell

-- 
Darrell Walker
66 TR4A IRS CTC67956L
Vancouver, WA, USA
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