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CEE1NG_RED · 02-09-2011, 11:47 PM

...just wondering if there are any difference with brands (the quality and function) as far as with breathers and pcv breathers? Autozone sells some for a decent price, but what do you guys use or recommend??

oldblue1968chevy · 02-09-2011, 11:50 PM

Wix oil filters is my only recommendation on that stuff..

MARKDTN · 02-10-2011, 09:15 AM

I only use Delco or Wix if no Delco is available-pcv, oil and fuel filters. For air filters either Delco, Wix, or K&N.

Lee H · 02-10-2011, 10:39 AM

For a PVC, any one from your local auto parts store is OK. For oil and air filters, Wix (NAPA Gold) is the only brand I use.

cooter472 · 02-10-2011, 12:31 PM

Wix only !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

oldblue1968chevy · 02-10-2011, 01:23 PM

MOOG for suspension components

CEE1NG_RED · 02-10-2011, 07:53 PM

What's so special about Wix??? Never heard that brand before (since this is my first classic truck).

oldblue1968chevy · 02-10-2011, 08:20 PM

I dunno really. Nascar uses them I believe, my dad runs em. Ive heard good things about em, so I recommended them.

swamp rat · 02-11-2011, 12:17 AM

I learned about Wix when i was in Diesel school back in the mid 80's, got to see it and a fram ph8a side by side, hands down i have never run a ph8a since, even still had one in my garage and still sits collecting dust..

swamp rat · 02-11-2011, 12:19 AM

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Originally Posted by CEE1NG_RED

What's so special about Wix??? Never heard that brand before (since this is my first classic truck).

Quality in construction and more filtering media. Google them!

http://www.wixfilters.com/productinformation/index.html

dixietruck71 · 02-11-2011, 12:38 AM

i agree with wix or K&N for all filter products, but as far as a simple pcv valve go's i dont think it really matters, its just a way for the engine to vent the crank case. its not a filter really. just my opinion though.

swamp rat · 02-11-2011, 01:08 AM

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Originally Posted by dixietruck71

i agree with wix or K&N for all filter products, but as far as a simple pcv valve go's i dont think it really matters, its just a way for the engine to vent the crank case. its not a filter really. just my opinion though.

Yea i have no problem running a fram PVC

CEE1NG_RED · 02-11-2011, 02:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dixietruck71

i agree with wix or K&N for all filter products, but as far as a simple pcv valve go's i dont think it really matters, its just a way for the engine to vent the crank case. its not a filter really. just my opinion though.

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Originally Posted by swamp rat

Yea i have no problem running a fram PVC

I was thinking of using those chrome breather PVC system instead of the regular PVC...any opinions on the chrome version??

cooter472 · 02-11-2011, 09:15 AM

Wis has more material per square inch and has a drain back valve and if you have ever purchased a Napa premium filter that is a Wix filter in a Napa box.

CEE1NG_RED · 02-14-2011, 12:24 AM

OK...so what breather PCV (passenger side) and breather cap (driver side) do you all use?? Wix does not make it? Autozone/Kragens only over Spectre. I dunno if that brand is any good. If not, where do you guys get yours from? Summit? Jegs? Napa? If so, what brand?

FYI: I'm looking into a chrome cap cover type (PCV and Breather cap). LMK.

ETsC10 · 02-14-2011, 12:33 AM

What style breather are you shopping for...the kind that pushes into a grommet or the style that has a tang that locks in the valve cover?

The reason I ask is that I've seen, more than once, the tangs come off the bottoms of the latter and fall in the valve cover. The parts store chrome jobbers are notorious for it.

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CEE1NG_RED · 02-14-2011, 12:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ETsC10

What style breather are you shopping for...the kind that pushes into a grommet or the style that has a tang that locks in the valve cover?

The reason I ask is that I've seen, more than once, the tangs come off the bottoms of the latter and fall in the valve cover. The parts store chrome jobbers are notorious for it.

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Tang?? What's that? I was hoping to get w/ the black rubber grommet/gasket type and you just plug in the chrome/polished aluminum PVC breather and breather cap into it.

swamp rat · 02-14-2011, 02:06 AM

Go buy a PVC valve from the local auto parts store it will work fine. By breather do you mean the valve cover cap has a breather in it? If so that not a big concern, just get one that fits the valve over..

02-09-2011, 11:47 PM	#1
CEE1NG_RED Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: LBC California Posts: 497	Recommendations?? ...just wondering if there are any difference with brands (the quality and function) as far as with breathers and pcv breathers? Autozone sells some for a decent price, but what do you guys use or recommend?? __________________ - 1967 Chevrolet C/10 SWB fleetside (New Project). - 1969 Chevrolet C/10 SWB fleetside (SOLD) - 2000 Ford Mustang 232 (DD) - 2003 Ford SVT Cobra "Terminator" 281 (Once in a blue moon driver/weekend driver)

02-09-2011, 11:50 PM	#2
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Recommendations?? Wix oil filters is my only recommendation on that stuff.. __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

02-10-2011, 09:15 AM	#3
MARKDTN Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga, TN Posts: 2,171	Re: Recommendations?? I only use Delco or Wix if no Delco is available-pcv, oil and fuel filters. For air filters either Delco, Wix, or K&N. __________________ '83 K20-TPI '73 C10 '79 C10-ex-diesel(SOLD) '07 Tahoe(Son driving) '14 Suburban-DD '71 C10-current project

02-10-2011, 10:39 AM	#4
Lee H Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Upland Ca Posts: 4,148	Re: Recommendations?? For a PVC, any one from your local auto parts store is OK. For oil and air filters, Wix (NAPA Gold) is the only brand I use. __________________ 1972 C10 SWB, Air, PS, PB, 350/350THM. Second owner. 1965 Corvette roadster, 44K miles, 327/365 SHP, 4 speed, side exhaust, knockoffs, teak, second owner (bought in 1970), Have ALL numbers matching components. My frame off restoration thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=556703

02-10-2011, 12:31 PM	#5
cooter472 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Hanover, Indiana Posts: 55	Re: Recommendations?? Wix only !!!!!!!!!!!!!! __________________ 71 C10 2WD,472 Big Block Buick B4B Intake,800 cfm Q-Jet built by(Fred Catlin) Comp Cam 254/268@ .050 .530/542 lift 1 7/8 supercomp headers, 2 1/2 X-Pipe/ Magnaflow's Mallory fuel system Igniter Flame thrower Ignition system TH350,Hughes 3500 Converter ,3.73's Its just an old heap, but its my hot rod!

02-10-2011, 01:23 PM	#6
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Recommendations?? MOOG for suspension components __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

02-10-2011, 07:53 PM	#7
CEE1NG_RED Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: LBC California Posts: 497	Re: Recommendations?? What's so special about Wix??? Never heard that brand before (since this is my first classic truck). __________________ - 1967 Chevrolet C/10 SWB fleetside (New Project). - 1969 Chevrolet C/10 SWB fleetside (SOLD) - 2000 Ford Mustang 232 (DD) - 2003 Ford SVT Cobra "Terminator" 281 (Once in a blue moon driver/weekend driver)

02-10-2011, 08:20 PM	#8
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Recommendations?? I dunno really. Nascar uses them I believe, my dad runs em. Ive heard good things about em, so I recommended them. __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

02-11-2011, 12:17 AM	#9
swamp rat Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Spanaway Posts: 8,451	Re: Recommendations?? I learned about Wix when i was in Diesel school back in the mid 80's, got to see it and a fram ph8a side by side, hands down i have never run a ph8a since, even still had one in my garage and still sits collecting dust.. __________________ Mike. Swamp Rat build thread : http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=595019 72 3/4T 4X4 4" BDS Lift 33" BFG's

02-11-2011, 12:38 AM	#11
dixietruck71 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: ravensdale washington Posts: 111	Re: Recommendations?? i agree with wix or K&N for all filter products, but as far as a simple pcv valve go's i dont think it really matters, its just a way for the engine to vent the crank case. its not a filter really. just my opinion though. __________________ 71 gme Sierra Grande lwb. 68 Rambler American 2 door 75 jeep cj5

02-11-2011, 09:15 AM	#14
cooter472 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Hanover, Indiana Posts: 55	Re: Recommendations?? Wis has more material per square inch and has a drain back valve and if you have ever purchased a Napa premium filter that is a Wix filter in a Napa box. __________________ 71 C10 2WD,472 Big Block Buick B4B Intake,800 cfm Q-Jet built by(Fred Catlin) Comp Cam 254/268@ .050 .530/542 lift 1 7/8 supercomp headers, 2 1/2 X-Pipe/ Magnaflow's Mallory fuel system Igniter Flame thrower Ignition system TH350,Hughes 3500 Converter ,3.73's Its just an old heap, but its my hot rod!

02-14-2011, 12:24 AM	#15
CEE1NG_RED Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: LBC California Posts: 497	Re: Recommendations?? OK...so what breather PCV (passenger side) and breather cap (driver side) do you all use?? Wix does not make it? Autozone/Kragens only over Spectre. I dunno if that brand is any good. If not, where do you guys get yours from? Summit? Jegs? Napa? If so, what brand? FYI: I'm looking into a chrome cap cover type (PCV and Breather cap). LMK. __________________ - 1967 Chevrolet C/10 SWB fleetside (New Project). - 1969 Chevrolet C/10 SWB fleetside (SOLD) - 2000 Ford Mustang 232 (DD) - 2003 Ford SVT Cobra "Terminator" 281 (Once in a blue moon driver/weekend driver)

02-14-2011, 12:33 AM	#16
ETsC10 Hand Crafted C-10 Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Burien, WA Posts: 5,180	Re: Recommendations?? What style breather are you shopping for...the kind that pushes into a grommet or the style that has a tang that locks in the valve cover? The reason I ask is that I've seen, more than once, the tangs come off the bottoms of the latter and fall in the valve cover. The parts store chrome jobbers are notorious for it. . __________________ . Forum Guidelines and Rules Buying and Selling Code of Conduct Become a Board Supporter! Truck FAQ Ellen... the boards artsy-fartsy, eclectic, truck-lovin' gal-member...

02-14-2011, 02:06 AM	#18
swamp rat Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Spanaway Posts: 8,451	Re: Recommendations?? Go buy a PVC valve from the local auto parts store it will work fine. By breather do you mean the valve cover cap has a breather in it? If so that not a big concern, just get one that fits the valve over.. __________________ Mike. Swamp Rat build thread : http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=595019 72 3/4T 4X4 4" BDS Lift 33" BFG's



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