what is a breather?

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what is a breather?

Post by lawrencetlc »

hi, anyone can tell me what's a breather for?

http://www.simota.com.au/default.htm

they are like mini filters which look so cute!
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They replace the PCV line going back into your intake. but to avoid sprey in your bay...a catch can looks cooler. the breather is cheap like $15 and easy to fit.
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ah? sorry i still cant understand... what does a PCV line do?

and what does "sprey" mean?? can i get one to fit my FTO GPX manual?
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Post by Bennoz »

If you dont know what it is or what it does - why do you want one? Please dont tell me "cause its cute!"
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Post by lawrencetlc »

haha, well, i didnt say i want one... but i find its cute... so i am just asking... :roll:

anyway, i think its really cute!!

but even if i dont want one, i would like to know its function as well...
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Post by khunjeng »

lawrencetlc wrote:haha, well, i didnt say i want one... but i find its cute... so i am just asking... :roll:

anyway, i think its really cute!!

but even if i dont want one, i would like to know its function as well...
here's a tip, goto www.google.com.au

type PVC

have a read.

I know this might be a way out idea but give it a go mate.
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