another vent tube thread
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another vent tube thread
I know this topic has been discussed before, but all of the threads I found about it were older and none of the links in them worked.
I have read from several people about doing a mod with PVC pipe to relocate the vent tube. I think that one member here may have designed it,, anyway...
I would really like to see a couple pictures of it and maybe get some more info like what size pvc (1/2", 3/4"..?) etc...
Any info or links or pictures would be greatly appreciated
Thanks!
Matt
I have read from several people about doing a mod with PVC pipe to relocate the vent tube. I think that one member here may have designed it,, anyway...
I would really like to see a couple pictures of it and maybe get some more info like what size pvc (1/2", 3/4"..?) etc...
Any info or links or pictures would be greatly appreciated
Thanks!
Matt
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check this out...
https://www.dieseltruckresource.com/...d.php?t=229874
https://www.dieseltruckresource.com/...d.php?t=229874
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Thanks!!
When I bought the truck it did not have a puke bottle, but just a short piece of hose sticking down a few inches. I have lengthened the hose a foot or so but it didnt do much, the bottom front of my truck is a oily nightmare.
I need to relocate this hose so I can tell if I have any other leaks too.
I did a search for "vent relocation" I'm surprised that your thread didn't show up!
Thanks again!
Matt
When I bought the truck it did not have a puke bottle, but just a short piece of hose sticking down a few inches. I have lengthened the hose a foot or so but it didnt do much, the bottom front of my truck is a oily nightmare.
I need to relocate this hose so I can tell if I have any other leaks too.
I did a search for "vent relocation" I'm surprised that your thread didn't show up!
Thanks again!
Matt
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the link in my sig is the same as above. it has been like this for quite a while now. have had it through high summer temps and sub-zero winter temps without a problem. it was very easy to do. let me know if you have any questions!
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check this out...
https://www.dieseltruckresource.com/...d.php?t=229874
https://www.dieseltruckresource.com/...d.php?t=229874
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I had thought about using some oil-resistant hose,, like something similar to the type of hose the oil-return hose from the turbo on a couple of mid 80's turbo dodge 4-cyl cars I used to have.
But,, I had the PVC and glue lying around, just had to drop a few pennies for the elbows/45's.
You guys are right,, very easy to do. I am waiting for the paint to dry right now, but almost out of daylight so probably will finish install tomorrow. I used Dupli-color engine enamel (high heat) paint.
Thanks for the tip
Matt
But,, I had the PVC and glue lying around, just had to drop a few pennies for the elbows/45's.
You guys are right,, very easy to do. I am waiting for the paint to dry right now, but almost out of daylight so probably will finish install tomorrow. I used Dupli-color engine enamel (high heat) paint.
Thanks for the tip
Matt
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My truck did not come with a catch can. I lengthened the hose and it no longer spits oil all over the truck but now the oil drips on the driveway. What did you all do to contain the dripping? I read some where that you can tie an old sock on the end of the tube and replace as necessary. I haven't tried that because it sounds a little funky and might be more of a problem than a solution.
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My truck did not come with a catch can. I lengthened the hose and it no longer spits oil all over the truck but now the oil drips on the driveway. What did you all do to contain the dripping? I read some where that you can tie an old sock on the end of the tube and replace as necessary. I haven't tried that because it sounds a little funky and might be more of a problem than a solution.
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My thought is that eventually the oil has to go somewhere, either on the ground or dribble back to the source. As much as I don't like it on the driveway, at least it is leaving the system. Silver R/T, that is a pretty catch can and probably works fine but is a tad bit spendy for me right now. I am glad this topic has come up (again) and I like reading what you all have done to deal with this little problem.
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Well its not a $5 but much less than these
http://www.purecummins.com/catalog/p...s-breather.php
or
http://hoeslidiesel.com/store/page7.html
http://www.purecummins.com/catalog/p...s-breather.php
or
http://hoeslidiesel.com/store/page7.html
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I think even something cheap like this would work out fine
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...m=120378272591
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...m=120378272591