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Old Jan 27, 2008 | 04:56 PM
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Does anyone know where I could find an egine oil breather cap ( chrome with a filter built into the cap) that screws into the spot where the OEM oil filler cap goes. I really like how they look but have had a hard time finding the right one for the 2007 Mustang v6. Most of the ones I can find push in and do not fit very well. I would like a cap that twists on just like the OEM. I tried a generic one and the metal ears looked to be scratching the housing inside and did not fit very well.

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Thanks!!
Michael
Old Jan 27, 2008 | 04:59 PM
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does it do anything functional? or is it just for looks?
Old Jan 27, 2008 | 05:47 PM
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I have heard mixed reviews. Some say it will cause your engine to breathe better thus increasing throttle response at high rpm's, others say it is a waste of money. I personnaly like the look and if I get a little better performance from the mod, then great!!

Michael


Old Jan 27, 2008 | 06:03 PM
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its not legal to have that on new cars. It wont do anything to help performace either.
Old Jan 27, 2008 | 06:11 PM
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You don't need it. The engines emissions system will not work right and the "check engine " light might come on. Leave it alone.
Old Jan 27, 2008 | 06:43 PM
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That is an "old school" mod....not the same for the newer cars. These cars need to keep the vacuum pressure....
Old Jan 27, 2008 | 08:10 PM
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Default RE: Engine Oil Breather

Thanks guys, I guess I will have to try to fab something that has the look but retainsthe vacuum. I did not care about function anyway, I just wanted the look. Not worth engine troubles though...

Again thanks to you all.

Michael
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