Oil tank breather in Air box?

[rfabro]

THAT is slick! End of problem?

 

[bdm]

Here are some pics of my set-up. I use a control relay and have it wired so the valve closes when the key is on engine off/kill switch down. When I start the engine it automaticlly cuts power to the valve, which switches it to normal venting mode.
I also wired in a flashing red LED, to indicate whenever there is voltage being supplied to the valve (closed mode). I use it as a warning light, and should never see it flashing while the engine is running. If it does then I know there is a wiring fualt or stuck relay.

this is a good idea but I found that I lost the most of my oil during the worst rollovers before I could shut off the engine. This might help for the little lost after shut down but not for that oil that pours out before you get to the shut off switch.

Maybe an electrical cutoff that is actuated by a rollover switch similar to those used in modern autos that shuts off power to the fuel pump when a certain angle is exceeded?

 

[mtdream]

Here are some pics of my set-up. I use a control relay and have it wired so the valve closes when the key is on engine off/kill switch down. When I start the engine it automaticlly cuts power to the valve, which switches it to normal venting mode.
I also wired in a flashing red LED, to indicate whenever there is voltage being supplied to the valve (closed mode). I use it as a warning light, and should never see it flashing while the engine is running. If it does then I know there is a wiring fualt or stuck relay.

dude!!!! make a kit and sell it!!!! who knows maybe yammie will buy it and doa recall for all of us!!!

 

[errol]

Nice setup MtnViper!

How much shipped ?

 

[Butta]

Here are some pics of my set-up. I use a control relay and have it wired so the valve closes when the key is on engine off/kill switch down. When I start the engine it automaticlly cuts power to the valve, which switches it to normal venting mode.
I also wired in a flashing red LED, to indicate whenever there is voltage being supplied to the valve (closed mode). I use it as a warning light, and should never see it flashing while the engine is running. If it does then I know there is a wiring fualt or stuck relay.

this is a good idea but I found that I lost the most of my oil during the worst rollovers before I could shut off the engine. This might help for the little lost after shut down but not for that oil that pours out before you get to the shut off switch.

Maybe an electrical cutoff that is actuated by a rollover switch similar to those used in modern autos that shuts off power to the fuel pump when a certain angle is exceeded?

I have found the contrary......I lost over a quart once when it was on its left side in a tree well, took a few minutes to dig it out so I could upright it, and all this time the engine was OFF. Oil was POURING out....pissed me off.

 

[Butta]

Here are some pics of my set-up. I use a control relay and have it wired so the valve closes when the key is on engine off/kill switch down. When I start the engine it automaticlly cuts power to the valve, which switches it to normal venting mode.
I also wired in a flashing red LED, to indicate whenever there is voltage being supplied to the valve (closed mode). I use it as a warning light, and should never see it flashing while the engine is running. If it does then I know there is a wiring fualt or stuck relay.

Either construct kits to sell for this or expand with more details, please!! This sounds PERFECT for what we need.

 

[mtdream]

exactly!!! I am in for one, as long as this junior achiever can figure it out...

 

[Yellowknife]

I'm really interested if this works - i'd buy one.

 

[Mtnviper]

Either construct kits to sell for this or expand with more details, please!! This sounds PERFECT for what we need.[/quote]

I looked into patenting the idea, however when I did a patent search. I found some similiar patents for OEM applications. So I'm not sure if I can sell kits?
I still need to do some field testing as well, want to make sure it's relieable. To see how well the valve holds up, under the extreme temps that sleds go through.
Worked great when the sled was on it's side, while I was installing the skid plate!
Probably build a couple more for my riding bud's Phazers to see how they work on them.
I'll keep you guys posted how it works out as the season progresses!

 

[rfabro]

[/quote]this is a good idea but I found that I lost the most of my oil during the worst rollovers before I could shut off the engine. This might help for the little lost after shut down but not for that oil that pours out before you get to the shut off switch.

Maybe an electrical cutoff that is actuated by a rollover switch similar to those used in modern autos that shuts off power to the fuel pump when a certain angle is exceeded?[/quote]

Put a tether on it. It's a darn good idea to have one on anyway.

 

[rfabro]

Hey, Butta, could you post your wiring plan, and the P/Ns and website of the valve and relay?

This beats the heck out of any oil/air separator.

Also, this setup does not suck current when the key is off, right?

 

[Butta]

Hey, Butta, could you post your wiring plan, and the P/Ns and website of the valve and relay?

This beats the heck out of any oil/air separator.

Also, this setup does not suck current when the key is off, right?

I wish I could take credit for it, but it belongs to Mtnviper....

 

[Mtnviper]

Hey, Butta, could you post your wiring plan, and the P/Ns and website of the valve and relay?

This beats the heck out of any oil/air separator.

Also, this setup does not suck current when the key is off, right?

I wish I could take credit for it, but it belongs to Mtnviper....

No power drain with key off. System main power is switched by the key. Control curcuit input is via the fuel pump relay.

I dont have all the part # info yet. Pretty much built it with parts I had laying around the shop! Once I do some more research/testing I'll have a better idea which componets work best.
I have the electrical self test curcuits figured out. Still deciding if some sort of tank pressure sensor would be required. I'll probably install a vac/pressure gauge on my sled. So I can monitor oil tank pressures as the season progresses along. If everything is working correctly it should be 0 psi.

Bill