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- - PCV canister (https://6066gmcclub.com/showthread.php?t=49428)

melgd

June 10th, 2016 02:48 AM

PCV canister

what is the canister that sits behind the head that is pressed into the block and is vented to the intake manifold ? And is it serviceable

bobdylan

June 10th, 2016 03:31 AM

Re: PCV canister

Top twist of, and there is a filter inside.

melgd

June 10th, 2016 03:36 AM

Re: PCV canister

clean or replace filter ?

bobdylan

June 10th, 2016 02:56 PM

Re: PCV canister

Replace.

melgd

June 11th, 2016 01:46 AM

Re: PCV canister

Thanks, Bob
You say the top screws off. Must have fine internal threads? this lid is only about 1/8" tall. Been soaking all night in solvent. I have learned to be patient. Should not have to use 2 pair of channel locks, don't want to screw it up

bobdylan

June 11th, 2016 05:48 AM

Re: PCV canister

I hope we are talking about the same thing. can you post a picture?

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