Does Your F150 Need a Catch Can? - Ford F150 Oil Separators Tested And Explained

[@79dogface]

This should be a standard part of the truck.

[@ts9271]

Then you wouldn't spend thousands on maintenance

[@ramecodiesel8271]

People are not spending thousands of dollars on maintenance because they don’t have a catch can. The number of cars that have had an aftermarket catch can installed on them is so small that it is statistically insignificant.

[@michaelrobinson6216]

Thanks to the subtitles across the screen I couldn't see how to hook it all up.. Guess I'll have to check out someone else's better video.

[@Mararb8]

@@michaelrobinson6216 well you could’ve taken those off in the options

[@jcims]

@@ramecodiesel8271 I went into this thinking I should get a catch can and came away thinking it's a bad design. What happens when someone buys the vehicle without knowing it's installed or needs maintenance? Eventually it's going to overflow and start puking crankcase oil into the intake manifold or clogging up the PCV. Use a centrifugal collector like you find on a Dyson instead of that screen, let the oil drip from there into small trap. At the bottom of the trap have a diaphragm that is operated by either a bimetallic (thermostat) strip or possibly intake manifold vacuum/pressure. When the engine is hot/running the diaphragm is closed. When the engine is cold, the diaphragm relaxes and lets the collected oil drip back down into the crankcase via the dip tube. Should be close to zero maintenance.

[@hawaiianstyle09]

“Passenger side is where the magic happens” That is very true my friend lol

[@Iconhulk]

Not a '06 Mustang 4.6 3v

[@v.e.7236]

When tearing down my 4.3L Vortec for a rebuild in '04, I noticed quite a bit of gunky oil residue on the inside of the intake manifold and throttle body. After a bit of internet searching, I found out about catch cans and installed one on the new engine and what a difference. I have zero oily build-up in my intake manifold or throttle body after more than 50K miles and I saw about a mile or two MPG increase. Wouldn't drive a modern car w/o one, as they are cheap insurance for your engines longevity, by extracting all of the oil, fuel & water vapors that acidify (and ruin) your motor oil, hence the main reason for needing to change your oil. Less frequent oil changes means money in the bank. That's a win, win in my book.

[@3613jeremy]

I always found it built up in the air intake tube and would forget about it ever time and end up dumping it all over myself

[@TheRad4manthys]

I didn't know Bradley cooper knew so much about trucks

[@freeshavacado3959]

I needed that haha

[@mrdlt3693]

I was thinking Homelander

[@jamesw9223]

Damn, now I can't unsee that 😅

[@spshultzy]

I was one of those that thought I wouldn't need one. I replaced my intercooler yesterday on my 2015 3.5EB and probably drained 1-2 tablespoons of oil from it and maybe another 1/2 a tablespoon of oil from the pipes and couplers. I was expecting maybe a drop or two but there was just way more than I thought there would be. The truck has roughly 48,000 miles on it and runs perfectly fine with zero issues. I ordered this catch can this morning.

[@americantrucks]

The nice thing with 2015 and newer Ecoboost engines is that they have both direct injectors and port injectors, so the risk of valve coking isn't as big but blow-by can still be produced (as you saw!). Adding a catch can will definitely be a nice addition! -Zach

[@supersamsports1977]

I have the Same truck. Which catch can and from what company are you ordering it from ❓

[@JoeZasada]

Now, it would be good to clean your throttle body and the portion of the intake between the where the tube connects, and the intake manifold... and see if it stays clean over a given period of time

[@smorrow0816]

I bought the JLT one and took about 5 minutes to install. I was surprised at how much oil collected in the can after 4000 miles. Good purchase!

[@richardmannetter2952]

smorrow0816 j

[@jaredcate5778]

How much did you spend if you don’t mind me asking

[@davidbraswell1481]

also if your considering walnut blasting it costed me 395 bucks per side and it restored the lost power robbed by carbon build up from not having the catch can installed, its not 100% gone but id say a good 93% is being caught thus making it well worth the investment!! but I couldn't believe the power it restored from cleaning the valves and installing new injectors its well worth it if you have 120,000 + miles.

[@dalewatkins9889]

There are 'many' different catch-can's on the market, and I was hoping that a few would have been tested, and which would have been the most efficient, at catching the most 'gunk'! Nonetheless, this is a mod I will need to do to my 3.5L Ecoboost, yet now that the truck is at 125K miles, my intercooler tubes I'm sure have a fair bit of oil in them after seeing this video! This looks to be the most simple design I've seen, as some are much more robust systems, with a larger catch-can, as well as some even with vacuum to help suck the oil, so none get's by at all. Thanks for the video, as it gets those of us that haven't had this done, to get our butts busy, and think about which to purchase!

[@supermike0822]

The JTL definitely seems to be a more simplistic model... kind of a bare minimum system. Works better than nothing, but not as fancy or complicated as one that connects to vacuum or has a built-in drain.

[@CheapSushi]

@@supermike0822 Do you have any recommendation for more complex/fancy ones?

[@abominablestormtroopersnow4510]

I have one on my 2016 F150 (5.0) and my 2018 Mustang GT (5.0). "They work"!! BZ AM/AT. Customer for life! Merica...🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@tydontdy3459]

How much oil does the separator pick up during an oil change interval on the Coyote?

[@JDMImportz1]

Riggin Thorniley hardly any but does collect after awhile. I gone a whole year without cleaning mine out and was only a quarter of the way filled up. 2016 5.0 with the ford performance catch can 👌🏼

[@tydontdy3459]

@@JDMImportz1 thanks! I will be installing one when I get my 2015

[@GeorgeAmodei21]

YES!... Just started RE-Building my 2008 FOrd F-150 5.4L 3v ...OMG! the VALVES & Intake Manilfold were just like your images. I think all Vehicles should have these installed ! Thx You for making this VID! :) George

[@blondestrainger]

Get your EGR plated off as well

[@thereaperzcrew]

Great explanation, they should make the can clear like plastic or glass so you can see how much you got in there without having to take it off.

[@tedd7028]

I think heat is the reason against plastic. Glass could break. So I would like to see a thin vertical glass window in the side of the can.

[@mcmuskie2563]

I added one to my 2016 2.7, I would empty about half a coffee cup in 2-3 months. I changed my oil every 3,000klm with Signature Series Amsoil 5w30. Just bought a 2021 F150 3.5 Turbo, and within a couple days put the JLT Separator on, was easy pezy. When I checked it after 1 week there was nothing. I checked it a week later and nearly nothing. Still glad it’s on.

[@chrishensley6745]

Good Job.

[@68gt500man]

For Turbo apps the 3 line can is better as there is no vacuum under boost to keep it flowing but the turbos will pull a vacuum in the air feed ducts when spooled to maintain a constant draw or flow in the catch can. I run an RX can in my 2014 F150 3.5 Ecoboost.

[@seanmarney7605]

dual injection should help to keep the valves cleaner, but at high rpm the catch can should help to keep all the gunk from causing stuttering and loss of power. also the cooler you can keep the catch can the better, to help capture more oil vapor in the can. ive noticed changing the oil around 6 to 7k is the best in my 2016 2.7, full syn only

[@gavinlee9478]

You wait that long to change oil, damn I change mine every 5k

[@CWB1863]

@@gavinlee9478 I change it at or about 3,500k in my 2014 ecoboost . I'm not taking any chances. Oil is cheap...

[@TheDawgfan89]

Definitely helped me on my 3.5, in fact I recommend it. Will help with that 2-3 gear hick up. Also use the Lucas oil treatment, definitely helps every 500 miles

[@deatleycrushingservice3809]

Ford introduced the gen 2 3.5 Ecoboost in 2017 with direct injection and port injection. The 10 speed transmission was also an option for that year. It was not in 2015.

[@stevenjr713]

Do you still need this for the second gen

[@deatleycrushingservice3809]

I had a 2017 and never put one on. I just got a new 2020. I wont put one on that either. I have a mechanic friend that works for ford. He says not needed.

[@stevenjr713]

DeAtley Crushing Service ok thanks how many miles did you put on the 2017?

[@deatleycrushingservice3809]

@@stevenjr713 about 120,000. Ran perfect. I just wanted a new one.

[@stevenjr713]

DeAtley Crushing Service ok thanks for the help

[@thejourneymen7722]

Don’t pay $150 or more for a Oil catch can simply by universal one like I did for $40 that comes with a mounting bracket and all the hardware go to your local parts store and pick up in my case 5 feet of hose at a dollar a foot and for under $50 you’re good to go Plus the oil CAT scan that I purchased came with a dipstick so you don’t have to unscrew the Can every time you want to check the oil level.

[@poppyneese1811]

I’ve run the JLT for maybe 2 years on my 2017 F150 STX and it is collecting some, 5,000 miles oil changes and I empty it. The truck runs great at 45k I really couldn’t be happier, not a mechanic or even slightly mechanical minded, but I thought it would be much more.

[@jordanalexander1592]

Ive heard these can freeze up in harsh winter conditions (-30c) and cause engine damage. Is that true?

[@josemartin530]

@@jordanalexander1592 yes it’s true, take in account those lines routing your catchcan, they collect oil and condensation of water.

[@joshr19821]

@@josemartin530 well if this is to happen how can one prevent this from failing?

[@josemartin530]

@@joshr19821 if you live in -30c I wouldn’t install a catch can.

[@joshr19821]

@@josemartin530 I live in Iowa and it only seems to get that way up here not often, except for this year. So if it isn’t consistent would it still be warranted to not get one?

[@MaddSweetGT500]

I have one of these on my 2011 Raptor. Has over 200k miles, i regularly drive from TX to Cali ... I cant believe i didnt get this sooner.

[@jpipaj]

Awesome vid, just bought a 2016 with only 23000 miles... my good friend said get an oil separator... now i know why... Great channel

[@americantrucks]

They're definitely a helpful little mod for any engine out there! Thanks for watching! -Zach

[@mikeramsey9747]

I have the 2011 3.5 Ecoboost on my F150, in the summer I only have to empty the catch can once every month to month and half (about 2 inches in the can), but in the winter it must be emptied every 2 to 3 weeks and it is a mix of water and oil mix and the catch can is almost full. This was definitely one of the best purchases that I had made and wished that I had back when I first bought the truck.

[@andybrooks4070]

Got my catch can for my 2018 2.7 in the first 2k miles, currently at 20k and I can tell you ive emptied that jlt 3.0 at least twice(if it was full i usually dont wait that long)

[@openyourcoconut4774]

I just ordered one for my 2017 2.7, you still running yours?

[@andybrooks4070]

@@openyourcoconut4774 Yes sir, I think it really depends on how you drive the truck, if your rippin on it there will probably be more blow by but im more of a reserved driver so it takes quite a few miles for it to get even close to full

[@darklight4815]

So what's in the can? Every video that I've seen it just looks like oil in the can...it doesn't look like shavings or particles or anything.

[@RyanGetLow]

I just bought my my very own 2018 F-150 2.7L Ecoboost this week, and this will definitely be my first modification on it. I just happened to stumble upon your guys' channel a couple weeks ago and have been watching your videos constantly in anticipation of upgrading and preserving my new truck. Thank you for doing what you do!

[@toby6858]

Im right there with you. Just closed the deal on a 19 2.7 STX. Already ordered the exact same catch can showcased in this video lol. Thanks for the video im not the most mechanically inclined but this looks pretty simple to put on. I am curious how often it will have to be emptied out. I cant imagine it would end well if it got totally full and you kept going with it like that.

[@joelexline9]

@@toby6858 I see this was a year ago, did you install it and how often do you check/empty it??

[@tsclly2377]

I've also got a '17 Ecoboost 2.7L (bought at 110k, now at 135k miles) that now has just shown fuel in the oil @ 5000miles like 500cc/pint over full . Oil is still looking clean.. but changing out the injectors before this get any worse as I have a '14 Ecoboost 7007 package 3.5L that is over twice as bad (189k miles) and that one i looking for an engine replacement as I have a rear seal leak also.. let the problem go through two 5k oil changes and the oil is getting dark in 1k. Fuel in the oil will take out the seals. I suggest a throughout changing of all fluids and brake pads every 50k.. Oil changes at least 5k, especially if you bought it used.

[@ryandanzey6953]

Put that on mine the other day. Kind of looking forward to seeing what comes out.

[@kylergiroux2831]

how much gunk has came out since then?

[@ryandanzey6953]

It’s been a good amount... seems to be working it’s way out of the system. I have dumped it a few times

[@DLHarv]

@@ryandanzey6953 is it a 5.0 f150?

[@ryandanzey6953]

3.5 liter ecobeast

[@DemsRdisguisedredcoats]

Put this exact setup on my '18 within a week of leaving the dealership..works great!

[@americantrucks]

Super glad to hear you're enjoying the JLT! Thanks for watching! -Zach

[@nickh3809]

Im curious how it works great? My 2017 Optima that is pure direct Inj can fill up the entire can within 10,000 miles. My 2018 F150 that is Port and Direct Inj'd hasnt built up more than a tablespoon in over 14,000 miles. So im wondering.. since these are great for 2011-2016 ecoboosts

[@nadkram1]

My truck is a 2013 Ecoboost .... my separator catches more water vapor with the oil, a lot more.

[@markkoranjr6426]

My 14 does as well, I have to empty it about every 1000 miles.

[@ricardocorsa9077]

What's the purpose sorry he shows in the video, is this to help the intercooler for the turbos?

[@jamestone265]

With dual injectors or port injectors these may or may not be needed but gear heads know what they want and like. My 2018 5.0 has a separator made and sold by Ford Performance for a Mustang. (Off road application only) I have a You Tube showing its installation ( listed under James Tone). There is oil in it every time I check. 18k miles and was put on the first week. My 2015 Honda Civic has a Moroso installed. They are illegal since you are altering an emissions controlled device. I remove mine to have a he dealer servicing, takes about 5 minutes tops. I believe every engine but especially Supercharged need one of these devices

[@Havok135]

They are only illegal in CARB approved states that do emissions inspection. If your town doesn’t do emissions inspections, then your fine. But if you are then, might keep the stock hose just in case.

[@JoeZasada]

Interesting that Ford Performance sells their own catch cans :-) That is a very big hint that these are a good idea! Plus the changes made in some of the EcoBoosts and the 3rd gen Coyote with hybrid injection (both port injectors and GDI).

[@luca2627]

After I bought my '17 F150 EB I asked around the ford dealership about catch cans and they gave me a while shpeel about how I didn't need it and that I shouldn't jump on the band wagon of people buying unnecessary things for the truck. Yeah, that's what they said. 😠 I did my research and ended up buying this catch can anyway.

[@stewpidaso26]

or smart on their end sense so many people buy stuff they don't need, now they can say "OEM"

[@justinevansgsm2swaw]

Luca Gracia lol. I did the very same thing at my ford dealership. And they said the same thing. I also have a 17 f150. I love my truck. If this part will help keep her clean and powerful I’m doing it.

[@josephbenge8707]

@@luca2627 I bought a f150 2.7 2016 and asked the service manager at my dealer and he didn't know what I was talking about. My only worry is we bought a very expensive extended warrant and I don't know if this would void it or not. Some say yes, some say no. But ill bet if I have an issue and its on there they will try not to pay some how. My truck only has 55,000 miles on it now. The warranty is good until 150,000 miles. If I wait until warranty is over then put one on it, I am afraid the amount of buildup will be terrible. What to do?

[@luca2627]

@@josephbenge8707 that's why, just to be on the safe side, I installed it I think at around 20k. Mine has about 47k now. It'd rather be safe than sorry.

[@w.branch1096]

While I didn't personally learn anything from your video, I'd still like to congratulate AT on this video. Anyone without any knowledge of these systems will definitely learn from it... FWIW, I am also running a JLT 3.0 on my VMP boosted Coyote 🍻

[@Bitcoin-Busa]

“While I didn’t personally learn anything from your comment” I’d still like to congratulate you for sounding rude and full of self centered ego. If you still have a need to prove to people online you’ll never meet in your life that you “didn’t personally learn anything” you have bigger issues in your personal life to learn about.

[@chriscomeaux3195]

May be a dumb question, but why don't these manufacturers have this under the hood with all the other components already.

[@liars3832]

Planned obsolescence and continued customer purchases through parts and maintenance via the dealership and 3rd parties. After 15 years 3rd parties can make parts for "X" car model/make brand on the secondary market. It's a continuos purchasing loop for the auto industry. They have greatly reduced quality and end of life on parts/vehicles to maximize profits of late though compared from at least the 50s and today.

[@realryanward]

2018 f150 3.5 here, I pulled about a half can out at my last oil change. JLT 3.0.

[@paideuma]

Installed passenger side separator on my 2.7 L 2015 Ecoboost summer 2019. Works fine.

[@chrislawall17]

I have one on my 2011 F150 3.5L ecoboost. I change my oil every 5k miles using ams full synthetic oil. I dump it every time and it’s full with a white Milky substance and oil blow by. Crazy how much stuff it collects great product definitely recommend it for your ecoboost cars or trucks.

[@johnwilliams1091]

I would be concerned about a head gasket

[@randallhoward1863]

I have a 14 eco that I’m getting the same milky fluid!???????

[@richardthomas1743]

I have a 2020 F150 with the 2.7L . They claim that with the added port injection that you "should" be fine . But I was finally able to get one , "back ordered" and installed it when I had around 4,000 miles on the truck . To me it seemed like money well spent to keep my intake system clean as possible and was a super easy install and it looks good !

[@colbyblackwell6189]

Any update, was it worth it?

[@mrcu8176]

I ordered this from AmericanTrucks and I have to say it works !!! I empty it once month of all the gunk it collects !!

[@americantrucks]

Thats what we like to hear! Thanks for ordering and for watching! -Zach

[@alexnunes]

I am a new Ford F150 owner (2018 Lariat 3.5EB) and just found this channel. I have learned so much about trucks in a week than I have in my entire lifetime. I just ordered this for my truck. It already has 41k miles so I hope this helps prolong the life. Thanks!

[@americantrucks]

Congrats on the new truck and glad you found our channel, Alex! Thanks for watching! -Zach

[@Chinunit22]

JLT 3.0 sells out fast, American Trucks had to contact JLT to ship the product to me. Installed it on my high mileage Silverado, it sure made that 5.3 quite. Easy install

[@tomschumacher5434]

I have been watching you videos for over a years now! Honestly one of the main factors on getting a ford was because of this KZbin channel. I finally purchased my 16 3.5 ecoboost, and this was the first install I did. Very happy with this exact product, it’s amazing and disturbing how much hunk that thing catches 👍🏼 great video!

[@americantrucks]

Thank you so much for watching, Tom! Glad to hear you're happy with your new EcoBoost as well as the JLT too! Feel free to reach out if you need any recommendations for the next step in building your rig! -Zach

[@owenhill-vf7ko]

As a 3rd generation mechanic and engine builder I don't have a catch can on my 2015 F150 Ecoboost or my wife's 2021 v6 DI engine. Use a good synthetic Oil change every 5k miles, tier 1 gasoline and change the pcv valve and coolant at 50k miles. I see lots of turbo failures but zero intake valve failures!

[@jeromesmith1333]

Curious about putting the catch can on my 2016 eco boost with 71,000 miles, is it too late? Can I get my injection valves cleaned before install?

[@davidbraswell1481]

I drove 895 miles to Texas from Mobile, Alabama, and I only filled up maybe 1/3 of the can or less this catch can has 100% helped my 2011 ecoboost which is some what built to 424 hp and 400+ ftp torque and has 226,829 miles as of today, and is still running like a new motor no cam phaser issues as of yet don't know why either these are bad about it.

[@luislopez8752]

Did they improve the design on the engine. I just bought a 2020 f150 ecoboost. Should I install one of these.

[@gdt7118]

Don't need a catch can if you have dual injectors.

[@petrosspetrosgali]

It’s still a good idea if you want to get the most life out of it.

[@openyourcoconut4774]

Dual port injection supposedly eliminates this issue, however it doesnt hurt to put one on.

[@MCW1955]

Not just trucks, I have a 2015 Honda CRV with direct injection and immediately put a moroso catch can on and it definitely works. Empty the gunk every oil change.

[@Hondeer]

One thing to check! Make sure you can blow through the system before you install it. Sometimes those media filters can be garbage an block off the system a bunch, causing a lot of frustrating leaks!

[@petrosspetrosgali]

My can was bone dry for 3,000 miles. It’s starting to fill up now.

[@scottybear6265]

Yes I agree this system should be in place of all new vehicles and the pcv system reengineered listen up manufacture do you want to increase your warranty or have issues with the engine that will fall under the warranty and you are responsible to repair it. I think it’s a no brainer good suggestion from a viewer that obviously has the same idea.

[@Blakehx]

Thanks for the great info as always! Just curious but does the mounting location make much difference... I’ve heard you need to have the can as low and the hoses as short as possible 🤷🏻‍♂️ Thanks!

[@gregorysmith1750]

Great video! I installed duel catch cans (one for each side) on my 2016 F150 3.5 Ecoboost 15k ago and collect an average 1 ounce per 1,000 miles.

[@americantrucks]

Thanks for watching! -Zach

[@kingbellmont9735]

I got 2 on my 04 5.4 3v. Had to modify the one for the passenger side some. But both work phenomenally. The driver side catches most. The passenger catches some but I'll take some over none any day. 264k and all original timing

[@kushmade1]

can you show me witch you purchased and how did you do the passenger one i have an 07 f150 5.4

[@danheistad5122]

What happens if the can gets full before you empty it. Can it do any damage to the engine if you run it full. Thanks

[@jerrywhalen2100]

It'll start smoking like one of those skywriting planes

[@lylebonney3081]

Iv got a huge c&l catch can on my 15 Silverado. Hard to say how well it’s worked since this is a mod to maintain performance over a long time rather than boost it at the moment

[@colliswilliams8992]

Now pull your turbo inlet manifolds and see how much of oil condensation has collected inside. When you use this type of catch can setup, you're only collecting the blowby when the turbos aren't building pressure. As soon as they start pressurizing, a bunch of blowby gets introduced into the system. The quickest way to check is to pull the inlet to the throttle body and see if it's full of blowby. If you do have blowby, there are ways to modify the cheaper catch cans to perform like the 400 dollar ones.

[@vinnyc2779]

Excellent video!

[@americantrucks]

Thanks, Vinny! We appreciate the love! -Zach

[@Mahaney82]

After one tank of fuel I will completely overflow that graduated cylinder. I have a 13 ecoboost and it fills it up with a frothy milkshake of fluids and fuel.

[@lelandgaunt9985]

I seriously learned a lot in the first 30 seconds! I have not had a ford since 2017.

[@americantrucks]

Thanks for watching, Leland! We appreciate it! -Zach

[@lelandgaunt9985]

Both of my cars have turbos and had been debating them, I’m glad I found this because it solidified my thoughts on purchasing them.

[@jamestone265]

If you think every manufacturer doesn't need one of these you are wrong. I see them on high powered Mopars here in So Cal all the time. I believe GM actually has some style of one on hi performance engines..... Every engine needs one even my wife slowly Honda Civic.

[@alecaagaard]

You facts are slightly twisted. Traditional pretty injection and direct injection didn't come about until 2017 with the second generation ecoboost. 15&16 are still just direct injection

[@sergeysmelnik]

He just made a mistake on one fact. Yes in 2017 the 3.5 eco got both direct and port injection but not the 2.7 ecoboost. That only happened in 2018 along side the 5.0.

[@INeedMopowa]

Thank you for catching this, I have a 2015 F150 and didn’t think he was correct about it having dual injection.

[@well_as_an_expert_id_say]

@@sergeysmelnik ok

[@sergeysmelnik]

@@well_as_an_expert_id_say ok

[@well_as_an_expert_id_say]

@@sergeysmelnik glad we've come to an agreement

[@americantrucks]

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[@scottvy1007]

Do you have a link to purchase thia?

[@americantrucks]

You can purchase this exact oil catch can at the following link! -Zach www.americantrucks.com/jlt-v3-oil-separator-ps-black-1116.html

[@scottgorman7166]

Any issues with truck under warranty? Makes great sense to me. Thanks for the video

[@ncheadhunter2994]

The dealership I bought my 2018 F 150 said if did anything including adding a catch can it would void my warranty?

[@sixwheelcarlisle8491]

I had one on my 2017 Mustang GT, took it off when I traded the Mustang in for a 2018 F150 and modded it to fit on my 5.0L in the Truck. Love the catch can from JLT

[@JasonKeranen]

Does this affect your warranty and is it legal to add for pollution control in states that require smog checks?

[@jamestone265]

Make it ez to take off and put the stock line back on. I remove mine before every service; I just do it eventho cars at that dealership I use have them on. Taxifornia has a 7 years on the first emission test and inspection. They only plug in to the computer to check; but they still do a visual so if I have my truck in 7 years I'll take it off. 5 minutes or less.

[@MrVegaslive]

No it doesn't effect warranty at all. No check engine light means no emissions problems. They person checking your vehicle doesn't care what mods are on you vehicle. They just collect $ and send you on your way.

[@MrVegaslive]

@@jamestone265 I leave mine on. Matter fact I had to have my head replaced at 4k due to coolant leak from pin hole. It was actually during the install of my cc and airaid mit that I first noticed the leak after removing the monster hammerhead stock intake that was blocking the view. Dealer never said shit about either. There are laws that cover you for aftermarket mods and such. Basically the burden of proof is on them to prove a mod was the cause. Law is called Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.

[@dangleason9023]

Completely legal, and would likely improve smog emissions. You just have to dispose of the "gunk" properly, as if you would oil.

[@The1Retribution]

it would actually improve your emissions because you are not burning that oil.

[@davidpatty2258]

Great product. Mine catches a lot of oil. I have to empty 3 times every 5000 miles on my 5.0. Runs perfect but definitely not as tight as I would like. It is a high mileage truck.

[@greghoffman3146]

What year and how many miles

[@justinclark6053]

I wish Ford Performance would make one to fit my 2020 F-150 5.0L. After 2017 year model the hoses and connections aren’t long enough...... The filter on the Ford Performance version is twice the size of any other oil/air separator on the market.

[@davidbraswell1481]

I had this installed in my 2011 3.5 ecoboost f 150 after I had the walnut media blast done to all my valves and installed a new throttle body and intake manifold and let me tell you when we took it all apart it was crazy all the build up n stuff was in there now I check it every year and it still has build up but not anything close to what was in there!

[@snl1962]

I have a 2018 F150 XLT, 3.5... Have this kit, although it's mounted near the firewall. It catches a lot... with 52K+ miles, I've not noticed any performance issues. Minimal investment for a big maintenance / service savings! I don't expect to have to do any sort of GDI Cleaning, before 100K miles... maybe not even then... we'll see

[@oliverford9325]

Which kit did you get, Steve? I'm looking at some now.

[@oliverford9325]

I'm guessing the JLT

[@snl1962]

Yes... JLT... Simple install and effective.

[@craigstark2712]

I have one of those on my 6.2 Chevy Trail Boss, I love it. Wish they would come out with one for the passenger side!

[@davidnash175]

I have read on other sites that this may not be recommended for cold weather. Is that the case?

[@CharlesCoaston]

That is a really good question. Why not walnut blast the pistons now and then?

[@Kyrodan022]

I have collected way way more than that in 2000 miles..yikes

[@skie6282]

Yeah the first time he checked it looked like a good amount, im guessing it spilled over from the rough driving tests

[@kirbyshumay3577]

I tell ya pal super happy I found your you tube channel,You guys are extremely helpful for people like my self who are not mechanics....Keep up the vids.

[@americantrucks]

Thanks for the love, Kirby! -Zach

[@petermorton2869]

Hi Sir have a PT Cruiser 2 litre engine & have 2 breather hoses to the big air box & this was quite awhile ago I decided to check the air filter & so I took the top off the air box off & pulled out the air filter & I was quite shocked to know that the air filter was covered in oil & I ended up taking the whole air box out & I had to clean it all up as there was traces of oil everywhere in the air box & so after cleaning up the air box I went out to buy a new air filter & put that in place in the air box & still having the air box out I then cut the 2 breather hoses & put on 2 new breather filters on & had them resting on the top of the rocker cover & I never thought about a oil catch can & after driving the PT Cruiser around for awhile I noticed oil coming out of the to new breathers & had to wipe the oil up the rocker cover & clean the 2 breather filters & the & later on I couldn't drive the PT Cruiser as the front were way down òn tread depth & weren't warrantable & had the car sitting for about a Year & when I got 2 new tyres for the PT Cruiser & then it went for a Warrant of fitness the PT Cruiser had other issues as well as the ignition switch was faulty & Tony the mechanic couldn't locate a new ignition switch here in New Zealand & so Tony was able to fix the switch & then I asked Tony if he was able to fit a oil catch can with a filter & they had a Repco store here in New Zealand & it was Extremely Expensive the price was $326.00 but Tony was not able to buy it as it was way too big to fit it & fitted 2 new breather hoses to the big air box & just have to put some toilet paper or paper towels inside the big filter box where the 2 breather hoses come into the big air box & I will have to keep an eye on the engine oil dip stick level & it's a real shame that I have a lot of blow by in this engine as it is running quite good to & I will give it another oil & filter change shortly & I am going to get a smaller oil catch can from 1 of the AliExpress Stores that sell good Quality Oil Catch cans with filter & hopefully that will solve my oil problem & would be best to put the 2 breather hose to each side of the Oil Catch Can or wouldn't work & if not work properly I may have to buy a T fitting & have 1 hose going to the in let of the Oil Catch Can with filter & where would be the best part of the engine to put the outlet hose from the Oil Catch Can & I don't have the money to do the engine up & has a lot of blow by problem & that is the only way I can solve the by using a small oil catch can Kind Regards Peter PS I can get this Oil Catch Can with filter for a price of NZ $43.56 which is a really good price to pay for one of these OIL CATCH CANS WITH FILTER & I've seen prices here in New Zealand go from $65.00 right up to $800.00 plus for OIL CATCH CANS & that's CRAZY PRICES

[@JK-ug7rm]

if so good, why dont manufacturers install?

[@andrewgaffka3525]

JK 241 I’m wondering the same..Perhaps they think the average customer won’t remember to empty it?

[@lightningvolt1273]

LOL! Bcz they need you to come back for parts sooner than later.

[@jamestone265]

Andrew has it correct. Most people do not take the time to even check their own oil let alone service one of these....also planned obsolescence.

[@americantrucks]

They are starting to- as seen on cars like the 2020 GT500 which features a self draining design. -Justin

[@jamesbasye2362]

If its got turbo or super charger it does, unfortunately the earlier model coyotes could probally benefit from having one too because sometimes oil gets sucked into the intake and even into air filter.

[@watchman1982]

What about those of us that are late to the party and install one of these at the 70,000 mile mark? What's the best way to clean out the intake, etc...?

[@tedd7028]

Is driver side worth doing too?

[@hunterruechel3160]

I've been wondering the same thing for a while haha. Would be a good thing to know

[@tedd7028]

@@hunterruechel3160 It would be great if they answered their comments ;-)

[@hunterruechel3160]

@@tedd7028 right haha. I just ordered the passenger side for my 2013 a couple days ago and I honestly can't wait to get it on. I also did some research on the driver's side catch can and I honestly can't even seem to find one even by looking It up on the internet. All it shows is the passenger side one. Maybe you'd have better luck and letting me know because if I can get one I'd definitely do so haha

[@texastoughcarports2115]

2022 sierra 1500 AT4 already burns too much oil, twice the truck has shown low oil, now with the catch can installed make sure you check your oil weekly if not monthly.

[@earlyblackmz]

Wifey just bought me one for Christmas for my 2018 lariat! 👍

[@americantrucks]

Very nice gift! We hope you enjoy it! -Zach

[@2003evodave]

People are asking when is the best time to install a catch can,,,,,it’s now. I put one in my new Raptor as soon as I found one I liked and that was one that didn’t require drilling or any other permanent alterations to my rig.

[@americantrucks]

It's never too soon to protect your engine, that's for sure! -Zach

[@cowboy-wr5jt]

Have this on my truck. Works as it should. Love it!

[@nyak63RUS]

So what is the chemical composition of "all that junk?" Like what, specifically, is being removed?

[@teop7887]

That's the first thing I bought for my new F150 3.5 eco after breaking in the engine. Works great 👍

[@americantrucks]

Super glad to hear you're happy with it! Definitely a key mod for any EcoBoost owner. Thanks for watching! -Zach

[@teop7887]

@@americantrucks Cool thanks! Should one for the driver's side also be installed, or is passenger's side sufficient? Cheers 😎👍

[@americantrucks]

Passenger side should be the primary one you look into since it will catch the most between the two. But if you want the most coverage as you can get, one of each will help! -Zach

[@teop7887]

@@americantrucks 😎👍

[@stevendew7464]

Teo P which one did you purchase? Where?

[@StrongmanTaylor]

My 13 SHO with a UPR CC, catches roughly 1 oz of crap per 1000 miles. I change my oil religiously at 3k miles as well. How a $60K+ truck doesn't come with one from the factory is beyond me.

[@volodymyrbuchak1852]

StrongmanTaylor It does’t ,coze most people don’t know how to open the hood,not to mantion checking catchcans on regular bases

[@cmscms123456]

You're just trying to "Equalize" the pressure from the bottom of your crankcase to atmosphere... thats maybe 2psi... drawing a vacuum, 28lbs of course you're going to draw up a lot more oil. Stop pulling vacuum on the bottom end of your motor, make a simple down draft tube, and plug that intake port. If you're plugging a 3/8" down draft tube with ..??? you have bigger problems than 'blow by'.

[@zachgallup8545]

I put the dual mishimoto catch cans in and now I’m getting a pressure sensor code. I followed yalls video on it exactly and it’s still coming up. I’ve cleared it but it comes back with in a day

[@bryanknapp6897]

I had problems with my 12 f150 eco boost. I installed a FX catch can and boy the nasties that were collected blew my mind. After having so much nasty stuff being collected, I traded it in.

[@nealcouch84]

A lot of the you tube videos recommend putting another can for the drivers side. What, if any, benefit from doing this?

[@MrJordanFranks]

Great video, thorough and informative with examples of catch can amount and install

[@150DT]

I put the UPR catch can on my F150 3.5 ecoboost. It’s amazing how much crap it separates out. In the winter it has to be emptied weekly, in the summer it can go much longer. The UPR is MUCH larger than the one in this video.

[@djpadko]

How often does it need to be emptied in Winter vs Summer? (real numbers would be helpful)

[@mikeprice8307]

It has better filtration too.

[@edwardberwind8544]

Justin, Good Information, Easy to understand and to the point. Good Stuff Thanks. I just added a JLT to my wife's new 2019 Escape at 425 miles.

[@americantrucks]

Thanks for the kind words Edward, glad we could help. -Justin

[@ConChimBayXa]

very professional explanation of the JLT , thanks

[@djmigsentertainmentllc7701]

This was easy to install on a 2017 2.7l eco boost, but the stock hose was a PITA to take off, had to break it off. Make sure to get a short step ladder to reach in and over the engine, unless you’re 7 feet tall 😆

[@rodneylw10]

I had a UPR catch can high performance system like $600 on my 2015 3.5 liter F150. When I got the 2022 3.5 liter they supposedly redesigned the engine with an extra injector to actually clean the intake. I gave my system away.

[@erice3933]

I have a new 2022 F150 3.5L Eco and only recently did I hear the coking issue on older models. Nevertheless, I ordered one of these bad boys to help keep my valves clean. I grew up working on my cars. The PCV always gums up over time. I never stopped to think about what was going on beyond the check valve.

[@dg2015]

After talking with Ford, Ford mechanics, mechanics, and reading on forums, if you have a 2020 F-150 you do not need a catch can. The problem was addressed.

[@jasongunningham9545]

I’ve had one of these on my 2014 F150 5.0 for over a year well worth it

[@jordanalexander1592]

Do you live somewhere cold by chance? Wondering if you've ever had trouble with your catch can or lines freezing up

[@jasongunningham9545]

@@jordanalexander1592 I live in Michigan I’ve never had any issues Now I’m curious I’ll have to check it when it’s really cold out

[@jordanalexander1592]

@@jasongunningham9545 thanks for the reply. I have one coming in the mail next week as well! It gets to -45 Celsius at the worst here so ill be very closely monitoring the system in those conditions

[@slickrickc3c668]

Awesome videos. Can you do one showing how to clean the engine bay up after a long weekend of muddling?

[@Blakehx]

Ya I’d like to see how to do it properly! I’ve seen plenty of “pros” just pressure washing the entire bay but that doesn’t seem like the right way to do it!

[@seanpeacock5595]

Richard Clements kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZewloCBpKiDgKc

[@alexandragil854]

good morning I bought a 2019 raptor has 3300 miles and consumes a lot of oil the level is at the minimum that should be done

[@michaelhickens1678]

My 2016 3.5 ecoboost is direct inject only. Ford didn't add port injection until 2017.

[@slowstang88]

I was looking for catch cans for my 16 5.0 F150. I know what their function is but your explanation is very accurate. Good education for the uninformed

[@John-rw2zf]

Thank you for this valuable information. I own a 2020 V6. Will be checking into this.

[@americantrucks]

Thanks for watching! -Zach

[@StanFry]

Should be included I agree! Nice job explaining I assume this fits my new 2021 F-150 XLT 3.5 EcoBoost

[@americantrucks]

It absolutely does fit your 2021 Ecoboost! -Zach