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Old 05-06-2015, 01:29 PM
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While watching a DIY on Youtube on how to install a Stage 1 Air Cleaner I noticed the bolts to mount the new backplate no longer allow for the crankcase breather hoses to vent into the air filter. With the new setup where does the blowby go now? I find most usually begin complaining of engine oil puking through the air cleaner after a Stage 1 kit is installed. Is this perhaps the reason? I see DK Customs offers a breather kit.

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DK Custom is top notch, shoot Kevin an email and he will answer all your questions.
 
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+1 for DK Customs.
 
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Old 05-06-2015, 08:25 PM
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Excessive blowby is often the result of too much oil. The blowby from mine goes down a hose to underneath the frame and into the air. I did it in honor of Al Gore.
 
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