Crankcase ventilation or breather systems are necessary components for all modern vehicles. However, they're especially ...

Crankcase blow-by is hot gases that sneak past the piston rings. As of 2007, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency limits nonmethane hydrocarbons to 0.14 grams per bhp-hr. Blow-by gases are rich in ...

Some of us will remember (or still have) engines with PCV valves. The PCV system basically took blow-by gas and oil vapors from the combustion chamber and funneled them back into the intake system, ...

The 6.7L Cummins diesel engine is known for its power and durability but requires proper maintenance. One often-overlooked part is the CCV (Crankcase Ventilation) filter. Ignoring it can lead to ...

Crankcase ventilation is almost provided in all automotive engines. Its prime job is to prevent the dilution of lubricating oil present in crankcase which may lead to corrosion of crankcase metals if ...

Shopping for a used Ford Super Duty? These heavy-duty workhorses can deliver years of dependable service — if you know what to examine before buying. From year-specific issues to critical maintenance ...