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Originally Posted by speedjunkie (Post 143004)

Also, what is the current price of the catch tank? The only thing I'm not crazy about with that is blocking the crank angle sensors, if it actually does that is.

After doing the last GB, due to the complexity and time involved welding each tank the starting price will be $250, with five people on the list it will drop to $240, ten people I will drop to $230.

Premix tank option will be $300.

I can also make a custom tank that can be placed in a different location, pricing will be dependent on complexity.

The catch tank does block the crank angle sensor, sorry, maximizing the volume within the available space calls for it.

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Originally Posted by thewird (Post 143561)

I'd be interested in this as it seems to hide in the engine but I 'd like it to work like my current catch can where it drains back into the oil pan via the front cover. I have 2 vents, one from the rear turbo drain and a tap into the oil filler neck. Also, your only using one small vent, do you find thats enough? Have you taken the car to a road coarse to test it?

thewird

I can add a return line, but I have a question, how do you account for the condensation build up that's being drained back into the oil pan? Granted it's a small amount, but not ideal.

My setup has two vents as well, one from the rear turbo drain and one from the filler neck. The vents are 3/8" now.

I have extensively tested mine, well as three of my customers. All work very well, note they consistently had to drain their tanks after two/three high G track days.

Hey, if it has to block the CAS connectors, it has too, that's understandable. It IS a very small space afterall.

As for the power steering fluid tank I spoke with you about before, I'm going to wait a bit but I will probably want to get one from you later on this year still.

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Originally Posted by afgmoto1978 (Post 145020)

I can add a return line, but I have a question, how do you account for the condensation build up that's being drained back into the oil pan? Granted it's a small amount, but not ideal.

I'd assume condensation would be evaporated when the engine is run? When my oil temps are up to temp, I can see (thanks to my RE vented hood) the breather filter venting gas even just cruising down the highway. I can't imagine whatever is left in the oil would be any worse then 90% of the cars out there that have fuel dilution in their oil due to changing their oil on normal intervals.

On a side note, my friend Zhe should be contacting you about a can setup soon as this is very nice.

thewird

1. Scrubolio
2. Astrokid
3. yzf-r1
4. thewird
5. Zhe
6.speedjunkie

Alright guys the Round 2 GB is a go, I will be manufacturing these middle of July and have them done by the Middle/Late August depending on powder coat turnaround.

A few details I need from you:

1. Catch Tank, Pre-mix Tank or Power Steering Reservoir
2. Color of powder coat. Note custom colors are extra. Stock will be a Satin Black. Or for a cost savings bare aluminum.
3. Custom features, return line, special size line and fittings (ex. -10AN), etc. Cost will vary, but I will be fair.
4. Specify if your international - I got screwed the last time I shipped to Canada

After you give me that info I will give you a total cost. After we agreed post a deposit.
I need a $100 deposit to confirm your committed. Paypal Account: jw_griffith@msn.com
Specify your shipping address in notes, your sig, and special needs, etc.

GUYS HELP ME GET THE WORD OUT ON THIS GB, I"LL GIVE YOU A DISCOUNT IF YOU BRING SOME IN.

thewird

Okay your call, I can provide a drain if you want.

1. Scrubolio
2. Astrokid
3. yzf-r1
4. thewird
5. Zhe
6. speedjunkie
7. Jesse Frame - aka??

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Originally Posted by afgmoto1978 (Post 154582)

1. Scrubolio
2. Astrokid
3. yzf-r1
4. thewird
5. Zhe
6. speedjunkie
7. Jesse Frame - aka Prometheus

Fixed

Adamski, when are you looking to close the doors on the GB? Deffo want an oil catch tank, just need to know when to gather the $$. I wouldn't need anything special, bare blasted aluminum would work for me

Chris, most likely by the end of this month.

1. Scrubolio
2. Astrokid
3. yzf-r1
4. thewird
5. Zhe
6. speedjunkie
7. Jesse Frame - aka Prometheus
8. RedR1
9.
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Alright guys see attached photos, what you see is an improvement on the version 3 - 1.5 Liter catch tank.

1. Improved baffling to minimize slosh when the tank is near full
2. Reduction in individual piece, but way more complicated compound bends.
3. Adjustments to mounting tabs, inlet/outlet/Breather locations.

I changed the color of each piece to give you a better idea of what your looking at.

1. Scrubolio
2. Astrokid - Paid in Full - Catch Tank - Raw Finish
3. thewird
4. Zhe
5. speedjunkie
6. Jesse Frame - aka Prometheus - Paid in Full - Catch Tank - Satin Finish
7. RedR1
8. aoc007 - Paid in Full - Catch Tank - Satin Black
9. FierceAlien - Deposit Paid - Premix tank - Satin Black
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Pre-mix Tank, plane aluminum for now. Do you want me to send paypal, or just give you cash?

So I'm guessing I couldn't run both the pre-mix and a catch tank at the same time? Looks like they sit in about the same spot...

They are the same tank, just setup for either a catch tank or premix.

Got it, please send a $100 Paypal deposit to account: jw_griffith@msn.com

Or get me cash within the weekend. Give me call or meet me at PIR on Sunday. Will be doing an AutoX with Jared.