Anyone running the IAG air oil separator

[RaptrJr]

IAG finally released their Ranger Raptor kit some time ago, anyone try it yet? I know @Goosetuned was recommending them for the F150’s not sure if he still does. Install is a little more involved than UPR catch can but doesn’t look to bad.

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[YukonRanger]

I'm thinking about ordering one of these because it is heated and i live in a cold climate

Pros:

• Maintenance free
• Prevents condensation from freezing in winter
• Clean install despite crazy tubing

Cons

• No catch can to empty, so how do you know it's working?
• I am of the understanding a cold can helps separate the oil
• More Difficult to remove to avoid warranty arguments with dealer
  

 

[Goosetuned]

I do recommend them, I run them in all of my Ecoboosts.

The work very very well!

Https://www.goosetuned.com/product-...aos-for-17-23-ford-f-150-raptor-3-5l-ecoboost

 

[joprato]

I’ve had one installed last week, works great so far, haven’t seen any loss of boost or suction, now using it and will see if anything changes overtime ??

 

[ag02m5]

Interesting but seems overly complicated. Not hard to drain UPR and you can keep tabs on what is going on.

 

[Deleted member 8469]

I am thinking about getting one and selling my UPR catch can. It makes more sense to not have the maintenance.

 

[BrrRaptor]

I was involved with the Beta testing right before they were going to release the final version. Not hard to install at all. A little more involved than a standard CC but not hard. Top quality for sure in the entire kit and the team I worked with were very professional.

 

[Deleted member 8469]

I was involved with the Beta testing right before they were going to release the final version. Not hard to install at all. A little more involved than a standard CC but not hard. Top quality for sure in the entire kit and the team I worked with were very professional.

It's released

 

[BrrRaptor]

It's released

Yes I know. I tested it before it was released to public.

 

[RaptrJr]

Interesting but seems overly complicated. Not hard to drain UPR and you can keep tabs on what is going on.

It is easy to see what's going on in your oil with a traditional catch can which is nice. But you can always look at or cut open your filter.

 

[Crossflipped]

I have had one for a couple weeks and recommend it. I have owned Subarus that i put these on. I was stoked when I saw IAG releasing an AOS. Install is not difficult at all and easily under an hour.

I recommend having a pick tool and hose pinch pliers for the job

 

[Goosetuned]

I have had one for a couple weeks and recommend it. I have owned Subarus that i put these on. I was stoked when I saw IAG releasing an AOS. Install is not difficult at all and easily under an hour.

I recommend having a pick tool and hose pinch pliers for the job

Love it!

 

[CT801]

I’ve got one and while it is a lot of tubing, it’s a really clean install. The guys are great to work with as well, and it’s not caused any issues for me whatsoever.

 

[ShadowDragon24]

waiting for the 2.3 version to come out. living in canada, and hearing the regular ones having issues in winter, I would like this heated one. wish they hurry up already. lol

 

[YukonRanger]

waiting for the 2.3 version to come out. living in canada, and hearing the regular ones having issues in winter, I would like this heated one. wish they hurry up already. lol

I called into IAG, spoke with a rep she was very honest and quite knowledgable, I am very impressed with IAG service.

She informed me that in extreme frozen temps in Canada they have had complications with freezing with this kit, and in a worst case scenario even a coolant leak. Unfortunately I don't think freezing is something that can be avoided for us northern Canucks.

You are introducing moisture into a closed system in subzero temps. It will condense, and when the engine cools in -40, it will freeze. Yes, this kit thaws it out and delays freezing since it is heated but nothing will stop it completely unless you keep engine running 24/7.

That said because of the high mounting point in the raptor she is confident previous issues should be mitigated in our particular model. I think I believe her, as logically the moisture should run "downhill" before freezing and not clog tubing or the can intake.

I think the main thing for winter catch can setups in the North is just not letting the can fill too much to the point where it freezes and clogs intake ports or lines, causing a blockage, and probably some annual maintenance flushing out lines every fall to make sure they aren't clogged.

So for subzero raptor owners it comes down to this:

-IAG AOS is more complex, but theoretically maintenance free. However if it clogs, you probably wont know until it is too late, and there is a risk of coolant if things go really sideways.

-Traditional catch can setups should be emptied frequently in extreme temps, and as such you will be forced to keep your eye on whats happening within the circuit, so In theory you should notice if something is clogged.

In the end i went with a custom UPR dual kit and I will add a silicone heater\cozy for the catch can to dethaw like the IAG. I decided to go this route because a UPR kit can be removed and returned to stock within minutes for warranty visits, and I would prefer to check on what is being filtered periodically during extreme cold snaps. Plus to declog, just remove 4 quick release lines, bring inside, and thaw.

but If I didn't live in the Yukon, i would opt for the IAG

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