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Old 09-10-2016, 08:32 PM   #4
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Originally Posted by Ventmaster View Post
I see you guys went for the 6spd manual like me. Be aware if you do a lot of engine braking (allowing the motor to slow the car resulting in cool popping and crackling in the exhaust!), IOW just the kind of behavior the rev match encourages, you will accumulate a great deal more oil in the catch can.

The positive pressure generated in the crankcase by compression braking pushes more oil out, I believe.
I get a bit too! Motor slowing (and drag racing) explains it. Empty it often.
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