Description

Improved Racing GM Gen VI LT Camaro SS CCS Oil Catch Can Kit CCS-GM-103

Direct bolt-on kit for Gen 6 Camaro SS (does not fit ZL1 models).
Includes custom mounting bracket and custom made, emissions friendly, quick-connect lines.
Keep octane reducing contaminants out of your intake and keep your engine clean.
A must for direct injection engines like the LT1.
85-90% filtering efficiency of crankcase vapors.
Quick-turn, easy to service 7.0 fl oz (207 ml) reservoir.
Made in USA. Lifetime warranty.

Direct Fit for Gen 6 Camaro SS

This kit is designed specifically for the Gen 6 Camaro SS. The kit includes custom lines and a custom aluminum bracket that bolts to coolant thermostat housing. Application Note: The factory "sound tube" attached to the intake pipe on some trims must be deleted as it will interfere with this catch can.

Please note this kit is not a direct fit for the factory supercharged Camaro ZL1. A kit for this application is currently in development.

A Must Have for the Gen V Small Block Engines

GM's Gen V small block engines are direct injected, meaning fuel is injected directly into the combustion chamber, instead of the intake runners. While great for fuel economy, this means the intake port walls and valves will no longer be cleaned by the fuel. This results in excessive carbon build-up on the intake valves; a well documented problem with direct injected engines.

While carbon build up will not ruin your engine, it will result in reduced performance in the long run. Vaporized oil in the intake manifold severely exacerbates the problem, so it's important to keep the air as clean as possible. Adding a good catch can to the crankcase ventilation system will help reduce this carbon build up and keep your LT1 engine cleaner.

An Improved Oil Catch Can

Improved Racing set out to design the best air-oil separating catch can we possibly could. We focused on a three simple design goals:

Maximize efficiency: Separate as much vapor from crankcase blow-by fumes as possible with minimal restriction.
Easy to use: The catch can should be simple and enjoyable to use in every aspect including mounting, draining, and cleaning.
Durable: Virtually indestructible. Made from high-quality, reliable components. As with any Improved Racing product, nothing will vibrate loose or come apart under racing conditions.

Highly Efficient Air-Oil Separation

The CCS's design maximizes air-oil separation efficiency, resulting in a peak separation efficiency of 85-90%. For comparison, none of the competitor's catch cans we tested showed a peak efficiency of more than 60%. These results were achieved on our bench testing system at air flow rates of 0-4.0 CFM and vaporized oil injection rates of 0.20-0.30 grams of oil per minute.

Tangential Entry Port	Air enters the catch can manifold tangentially, causing it to spin. The centrifugal force of the spinning air forces heavier particles to the outside of the manifold, where they combine into larger droplets.
Stainless Steel Filter	Multiple layers of stainless steel mesh of varying porosities are sintered together to comprise a single filter. Effective filter rating is 100 microns. Filter is made from 316 stainless steel and is washable.
Multiple O-Ring Seals	Three internal seals (shown in green) were used to ensure that no dirty air bypasses the filter. This is a major contributor to poor filtering efficiency and a very common problem we found in other catch cans. One primary O-ring seals the top and bottom half of the catch can (shown in red).
Anti-Splash-Back Funnel	The stamped aluminum funnel prevents fluid in the reservoir from splashing back onto the exit port (another common problem found in some catch cans). The funnel features spiral grooves which serve two purposes: They help combine oil droplets so they drain quickly into the reservoir. CFD simulations have shown they help spiral the air, contributing to cyclonic separation.
Bell Mouth Plenum	Extensive R&D went into designing the exit port plenum. The bell mouth shaped sheds oil droplets collected on its outer perimeter, preventing fluid from exiting the catch can. The large bell mouth opening slows air velocity before exiting the catch can and reduce the probability of any fluid becoming entrained and exiting the can.
7.0 fl oz (207 ml) Reservoir	The 7.0 fl oz (207 ml) reservoir is more than sufficient for most engines and typically only needs draining with each oil change or after track days.

No Sight Glass Needed

Improved Racing's quick-release reservoir is so easy to remove that it eliminates the need for a sight glass. Just push up and twist an 1/8th turn to remove the reservoir and look inside. No more fumbling or endless unscrewing to remove the reservoir.
No sight glass also means improved durability at higher operating temps. And no more trying to interpret a difficult-to-read sight glass to check your fluid level. Just look inside!
A powerful wave spring keeps the reservoir locked in place. A safety lock clip is also included just in case you want to be absolutely sure the reservoir cannot be removed.

Gen 6 Camaro SS Specific Mounting Bracket

Improved Racing's custom mounting bracket bolts to the studs that secure the coolant thermostat housing to the Gen 6 Camaro specific LT1 engine. Some years did not have studs with extended threads, so we include two factory GM studs with the kit just in case. If you have an engine swap that originated from a 6th Gen Camaro SS, you can use this kit as well.

Fast & Versatile Mounting Bracket System

We made the mounting bracket easy to use and remove because some engines bays are tight. Remove the can in seconds by unscrewing the green nut. Installing and positioning is just as quick and easy. If you need a little more leverage, just use a 5/8" or 16mm open end wrench on one of the nut's lobes.

Positive Safety Lock Clip

The CCS comes with a safety lock clip. It's peace of mind for crash protection or track events where a positive lock mechanism is required. Push to insert, pull to remove.

All kits also include a lanyard that tethers your lock clip to one of the mounting bracket screws, so you'll never lose your it in your engine bay.

Extensive Testing

Development of the CCS happened over several years and included ANSYS Fluent CFD simulations, extensive bench tests, and on-vehicle street and track tests. Final prototype testing also included a 9-month beta testing program in collaboration with various road racers, drag racers, and drifters.

Comparative testing included Improved Racing's prototypes and several catch cans from leading competitors. We ensured our catch can will beat the competition in filtration performance while maintaining a similar or lower pressure drop. Bench testing focused on maximizing efficiency at peak blow-by air flow rates of 3.7-4.0 CFM, where most other catch cans lack efficiency. The chart below (click to enlarge) shows some of our bench test results. Proprietary information and competitor's names have been redacted.

Applications

2016-2024 Chevrolet Camaro SS LT1 engine.
Application Note: The catch can interferes with the factory "sound tube" found in some trims. The sound tube must be deleted to use this catch can.
Does not fit Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 (LT4) engines. A kit is currently in development for these applications.

Specifications

Port Size	-6AN O-ring boss inlet and outlet ports.
Capacity	7.0 fl oz (207 ml) reservoir.
Construction	Reservoir, manifold, bracket nut, and plenum are CNC-machined from 6061-T6 aluminum and MilSpec Type II anodized. Filter is made from 316 stainless steel. Anti-splash-back funnel and mounting brackets are stamped from aluminum to minimize weight. Wave spring and hardware are made from stainless steel.
Filtration	100 micron, multi-layer 316 stainless steel mesh filter is suitable for all engines including vent-to-atmosphere setups. Washable.
Drain Port	No drain port. Reservoir must be removed for draining. Optional bottom cap with drain port is available and sold separately.
Parts Included	CCS catch can with 7.0 fl oz reservoir Gen 6 Camaro SS LT1 engine specific mounting bracket Bracket nut Safety lock clip Pre-made inlet and outlet lines with emissions friendly SAE J30 R9 hose and factory style quick connect fittings Mounting hardware and OEM GM coolant thermostat housing studs
Country of Manufacture	United States of America
Warranty	Lifetime warranty

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