FITMENT
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2021-2023 Ford F-150 5.0L.
- 2011-2023 Ford F-150 3.5L EcoBoost.
- 2015-2023 Ford F-150 2.7L EcoBoost.
- 2017-2023 Ford Raptor 3.5L EcoBoost.
- 2018-2021 Ford Expedition 3.5L EcoBoost.
DESCRIPTION
Product Overview
- Crankcase blow-by in Ford F-150 and Raptor engines (2.7L/3.5L EcoBoost & 5.0L V8) continuously carries oil mist into the PCV system. Over time, this leads to stubborn sludge coating your intake, intercooler, and turbo components.
- This heavy-duty billet catch can traps oil vapor and moisture before they enter your airflow. Its multi-stage stainless steel filtration keeps the intake system clean to protect long-term engine performance.
Key Features
- Robust billet aluminum canister engineered to endure sustained engine bay heat, oil saturation, and miles of demanding daily abuse without corrosion or degradation
- Multi-layer fine-mesh aluminum filter media efficiently strips oil vapor and condensed moisture from PCV blow-by gases before they can reach intake components
- Shields intake valves, turbocharger compressor blades, and intercooler internals from the progressive sludge and residue accumulation that robs power over time
- Tool-free service design with an integrated fluid-level dipstick for quick visual checks and a twist-off reservoir base for fast, no-mess draining
FAQ
Q: Why is a catch can especially important for EcoBoost engines?
A: EcoBoost engines use direct injection, meaning fuel never washes across the back of the intake valves to clean them.
Q: Is a catch can useful for daily driving or only during towing?
A: It is beneficial across all driving conditions, but its value increases significantly under load. Higher engine loads—whether from towing, hauling, or aggressive driving—generate substantially more crankcase blow-by vapor.
Q: Will installing a catch can trigger a Check Engine Light?
A: No. The catch can operates entirely within the factory PCV circuit as a passive filtration stage without modifying any sensors, altering airflow metering, or interfering with the ECU’s monitoring logic.
Q: Will a catch can affect boost pressure or overall engine performance?
A: No, the catch can does not alter boost levels, change the factory calibration, or restrict airflow in any way.
