No need for catch cans?

[Tex]

Small amounts of condensation will be caught in the catch can over time, a few droplets is nothing to worry about.
There's water in the air filling your crankcase, it gets heated up in the engine and then cools/condenses in the baffles just like the oil does, plus there's some in the exhaust gases that do manage to blow by the rings.
Most of the water is boiled into steam and doesn't get a chance to condense in the catch can, it just goes right back to the intake, but occasionally there's enough of a delta for it to happen.

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[Fordmanbob]

Small amounts of condensation will be caught in the catch can over time, a few droplets is nothing to worry about.
There's water in the air filling your crankcase, it gets heated up in the engine and then cools/condenses in the baffles just like the oil does, plus there's some in the exhaust gases that do manage to blow by the rings.
Most of the water is boiled into steam and doesn't get a chance to condense in the catch can, it just goes right back to the intake, but occasionally there's enough of a delta for it to happen.

I get it. That's the reason u put the catch cans on....to trap what I could before recycling it back thru the intake system.

 

[JPNC]

If a catch can is needed why isnt there one manufactured into the engine? This is all very confusing to me.

 

[Fordmanbob]

If a catch can is needed why isnt there one manufactured into the engine? This is all very confusing to me.

 

[Fordmanbob]

Cost per unit

 

[Luckylat]

While the benefits of using a catch are compelling, my issue with using one would be the risk/benefit of it voiding the Ford Motor engine warranty.

I have read:
"A catch can could void your Ford’s powertrain warranty coverage if it is deemed to be the cause of a powertrain failure. That said, any other active warranty coverage will likely remain intact.
A catch can—for those who don’t know—is an aftermarket device that can benefit vehicles with direct-injection engines. Catch cans prevent oil and other contaminants from causing build-up inside your engine’s intake manifold. But while catch cans are perfectly legal, they almost always void your Ford’s powertrain warranty."

 

[Fordmanbob]

While the benefits of using a catch are compelling, my issue with using one would be the risk/benefit of it voiding the Ford Motor engine warranty.

I have read:
"A catch can could void your Ford’s powertrain warranty coverage if it is deemed to be the cause of a powertrain failure. That said, any other active warranty coverage will likely remain intact.
A catch can—for those who don’t know—is an aftermarket device that can benefit vehicles with direct-injection engines. Catch cans prevent oil and other contaminants from causing build-up inside your engine’s intake manifold. But while catch cans are perfectly legal, they almost always void your Ford’s powertrain warranty."

Nope. Asked my dealer and they said it will not void PT warranty

 

[Figmo]

If a catch can is needed why isnt there one manufactured into the engine? This is all very confusing to me.

It's not "needed" - but it helps.

Think of it like using premium oil in your oil changes. Needed? No. Can it help extend the life of the engine? Possibly.

If you plan on dumping your Bronco after 5 or 6 years - don't worry about it. It's the next guy's problem. If you plan on driving your Bronco until the wheels fall off than, why not? It's a one-time cost of not a whole lot of money and could give you a few more years out of your engine.

 

[Lèòn]

Who’s thirsty? Brewed over 3k miles

 

[Area51BS]

I think it’s worth it. Slowly robs power away as valves get built up with that residue. It’s a slow process and my not be noticeable. However when you get the intake walnut blasted, you will notice the power gain. How do I know? Learned it on the internet and common sense makes it believable. I’m ordering one. Ford isn’t really concerned with a slight power loss years after the warranty expires.

 

[Fordmanbob]

It's not "needed" - but it helps.

Think of it like using premium oil in your oil changes. Needed? No. Can it help extend the life of the engine? Possibly.

If you plan on dumping your Bronco after 5 or 6 years - don't worry about it. It's the next guy's problem. If you plan on driving your Bronco until the wheels fall off than, why not? It's a one-time cost of not a whole lot of money and could give you a few more years out of your engine.

More piece of mind for me

 

[Fordmanbob]

I think it’s worth it. Slowly robs power away as valves get built up with that residue. It’s a slow process and my not be noticeable. However when you get the intake walnut blasted, you will notice the power gain. How do I know? Learned it on the internet and common sense makes it believable. I’m ordering one. Ford isn’t really concerned with a slight power loss years after the warranty expires.

Exactly

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