200ci PCV and vacuum advance off same manifold port?

[awasson]

I figure that's pretty much how it's set up now. With the pcv valve/ hose running straight to the center air filter and a breather cap in front (like yours in photo)...... basically the pcv is non functional and it's just a couple breathers.

Not really. A PCV relies on vacuum to open. I doubt there is enough vacuum in an air filter to operate the valve.

 

[rrbc]

Not really. A PCV relies on vacuum to open. I doubt there is enough vacuum in an air filter to operate the valve.

Right.... so it's probably LESS ventilation than two breather caps.

 

[awasson]

Right.... so it's probably LESS ventilation than two breather caps.

Yes, definitely. I'd put a breather where the PCV is supposed to be, just to be on the safe side.

 

[rrbc]

Yes, definitely. I'd put a breather where the PCV is supposed to be, just to be on the safe side.

Copy, will do. When my father in law gave us this car he said "I'm just a backyard mechanic that knows enough to be dangerous".
So now I'm hip deep in research trying to tidy up a bit. Appreciate the info.

 

[vssman]

I figure that's pretty much how it's set up now. With the pcv valve/ hose running straight to the center air filter and a breather cap in front (like yours in photo)...... basically the pcv is non functional and it's just a couple breathers.

I have 1 vacuum line - the advance for the dizzy. Yes, there are two breathers on each end of the valve cover.

 

[awasson]

Copy, will do. When my father in law gave us this car he said "I'm just a backyard mechanic that knows enough to be dangerous".
So now I'm hip deep in research trying to tidy up a bit. Appreciate the info.

It sounds like a pretty cool car. As evident by comments and suggestions from @DON and @vssman this place is pretty great resource for researching how to get the most out of your adopted car.

You’ll have to post some photos when you get a moment. In the editor, there is an “attach files” button. You can attach files and then insert them in the post. It’ll come in handy to illustrate what your setup looks like, the type of distributor, carbs, any gotcha things people might caution you about to prevent heat soak or other common issues.

 

[rrbc]

It sounds like a pretty cool car. As evident by comments and suggestions from @DON and @vssman this place is pretty great resource for researching how to get the most out of your adopted car.

You’ll have to post some photos when you get a moment. In the editor, there is an “attach files” button. You can attach files and then insert them in the post. It’ll come in handy to illustrate what your setup looks like, the type of distributor, carbs, any gotcha things people might caution you about to prevent heat soak or other common issues.

It's incredibly cool and yes, will post photos for sure