Oil Return line

[240dude]

Is it possible to mount the turbo oil return line on a custom drilled hole in the valve cover (SOHC) rather than the more difficult oil pan mount? what are any disadvantages/hazards to this idea? Thanks

[Jeff240sx]

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You could, if you mounted your turbo much higher than your hood.
The oil is fed into a bearing the is spinning between 100k and 140k rpm, where it is whipped into a frothy mess. &nbsp;Then, only gravity can drain the bubbly oil into the oil pan. &nbsp;That's why everyone goes into the oilpan. &nbsp;Cuz it's the only way.
-Jeff

[240dude]

Thanks, that clears up some mystery for me. &nbsp;I will look around for some other spots with that in mind and then go to the oil pan if there is no luck. &nbsp;-John