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What did you do to your Trailboss today? 🛠️

After 50+ tunes using HP Tuners software, I am finally dialed in the way I like it. Satisfied with all the improvements I made to the engine and transmission. Incorporated a ton of scans and logs to ensure reliability and safety and with the abundant amount of tunes, I only had two LIMP MODE Reduced Acceleration events...not bad for the 50+ tunes flashed! The limp mode events did not lead to a catastrophic problem (at the moment it was an issue, but I re-flashed immediately and all was fine afterwards) because I always have my laptop in my rig in order to reflash my ECM and/or TCM to a previously working tune. Now, my next upgrade will involve mechanical installation (i.e., camshaft, lifters, supercharger, etc.) once I can afford it! Haha!
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Today, I ordered the K&N oil catch can. After reading thru the forum and a TON of reviews, it appears to be a trustworthy product and comprable to the J&L and others, but comes with a 6oz can.

Hope to have it this week and install it over the weekend, along with taping off the resonators and locking open the flap.
 
Today, I ordered the K&N oil catch can. After reading thru the forum and a TON of reviews, it appears to be a trustworthy product and comprable to the J&L and others, but comes with a 6oz can.

You can buy an extension for the J&L one. I added it to mine after one winter and a lot of condensation with the oil.

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You can buy an extension for the J&L one. I added it to mine after one winter and a lot of condensation with the oil.

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Yeah, I did see that, but after looking at everything about them, the K&N was cheaper and came with the larger can. $157ish vice 170ish + 45 more for the can.
 
i will continue to support the little guy as long as we can....


JLT catch cans (oil separators) are owned and produced by J&L Oil Separator Company (J&L OSC).

Originally, the products were sold under the JLT Performance brand, which was founded by Jay Tucker (the "JLT" initials come from his name). In the early 2020s, the oil separator/catch can division was rebranded from JLT Performance to J&L Oil Separator Company, while continuing to sell many of the same catch can products.trailtacoma+1

So if you're asking who owns the current JLT catch can line:

  • Brand origin: JLT Performance (founded by Jay Tucker).trailtacoma
  • Current catch can brand/company: J&L Oil Separator Company (J&L OSC).jlosc+1
  • Many older products still carry the JLT name or are referred to as JLT/J&L catch cans in the aftermarket.ebay+1

K&N Engineering (K&N Filters) is currently a privately held company that was acquired by Goldman Sachs Merchant Banking Division in October 2016. [mergr.com], [mergr.com]

A brief ownership history:

  • 1964: K&N was founded by Ken Johnson and Norm McDonald. The company name "K&N" comes from the founders' first initials. [mergr.com], [motorcycle...tsnews.com]
  • 2011: Private equity firm Gryphon Investors acquired a majority stake in K&N. Founder Jerry Mall retained a significant investment. [motorcycle...tsnews.com]
  • 2016: Goldman Sachs Merchant Banking Division acquired K&N from Gryphon Investors. [mergr.com], [mergr.com]
  • 2023: K&N completed a financial restructuring with lender support, but the company continued operating under the K&N brand. [prnewswire.com]
So, if you're asking"who owns K&N today?", the answer is Goldman Sachs Merchant Banking (private equity arm of Goldman Sachs)
 
When I bought my truck in 2021 the J&L was the only plug and play option that wasn't $350+ and I can't remember what company that even was.
 
there were a few, Mighty Mouse is one i have on an older Gen 1 LS. it is a very nice piece though.

Not sure what the new LS is going to receive just yet, still laying out the pieces....
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Today, I ordered the K&N oil catch can. After reading thru the forum and a TON of reviews, it appears to be a trustworthy product and comprable to the J&L and others, but comes with a 6oz can.

Hope to have it this week and install it over the weekend, along with taping off the resonators and locking open the flap.
Welp, I was able to get the oil can installed. Simple and straight forward, though the printed instructions could be better.
Also taped off the resonators and put in my new floor mats.
 
2 things I just did to my truck was add an armrest from Primo Workz. Very pleased with this arm rest as its comfortable and durable.

The other thing I did was add the 1in lift to the front of my drivers seat from Desert Does It. This has made a world of difference in comfort and thats just from driving around town. Everything just feels more natural sitting and paired with the armrest, Im in total comfort. I just wish I had done this before I did my trip from FL to Nova Scotia.

Install on the seat lift took all of 10mins.
 

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Gave'r a warsh today...sucks livin' off a dirt road with a black truck! Haha!
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Dang, that's a Beast! With more do dads, upgrades and hobby $$ invested. This would be an ultimate find if you ever sold.
Thanks man! I appreciate that! I even had my ECM and TCM unlocked by HP Tuners and completed over 100 tunes on it so far.
 

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