[h018871]

Originally Posted by SHE'Z 18

Hey Guys,
Quick question regarding the Elite X... Do any of you also have a helluva time getting the canister unscrewed once it's been screwed tight for a while? I've got mine mounted on the right side of the engine bay and there's little / no room to get my hands (or any tools) in there to grip and unscrew it. I usually get it hand tight and let it be. However, It's like it draws tighter while in operation. Any others having this issue as well?

Thanks All..

Yup, this happens if the can is screwed up all the way. Try bumping it up then back off just a smidge, the o-ring will keep it from unscrewing and it'll be easy to service.

Definition: Smidge - informal, a very small amount or part

[Mark R]

Mine also has a 90 degree ball valve in the bottom. I drain about 3 oz every 1500 miles or so.

[FalconerOneSeven]

Originally Posted by willzilla

Reminds me that I still need to install my Elite Engineering Ultra catch can... lol.

Ha! bought mine a year ago and it still on the shelf somewhere... I need to read a couple more threads like this one to get me motivated lol

[ZX-10R]

The Elite E2X should have a drain valve

[SHE'Z 18]

OK guys, upon further review it appears that I have the elite E2 and not the E2X. The X version must have the drain valve on the bottom that mine doesn’t. In any case, I’ll take the advice that you guys gave regarding backing it off slightly once it’s snug. I swear, I’ve had grip gloves on and giving it everything I have and can never get that thing to budge once it’s been on there for a while. A drain valve makes total sense for these systems.

[Liquidstone]

Originally Posted by Trochoidal

Yup this happens to me periodically. I just grab a strap wrench If it needs persuasion.

Hey OP thanks for the post. When I get to FI I’ll look into this product.

No problem 😊 we are all hear to support our habits