Stebel Horn Install Problem

[JohnnyCanuck]

So I removed the left side cover from the Rocket in order to install the Stebel horn and much to my surprise I saw a fairly sizable cylinder laying horizontally behind the left cover. From reading other posts I believe this to the be "Evap Canister" which is required in California but not any other states and I guess also a requirement in Canada or at least B.C.

My question is whether this Evap Canister can be removed and, if so, how?

If it cannot be removed - is there anywhere else I can mount the Stebel where it won't be visible?

What is an Evap Canister anyways?!?!

This is a somewhat distressing turn of events.

 

[NickeLund]

From Wiki:

An evaporative canister is part of the evaporative system that is within the emission system. Hydrocarbons are a form of pollution that gasoline releases as it evaporates or after is is burned. While fuel is stored inside the tank, fumes build up and are retained inside this canister. The canister contains charcoal that absorbs the hydrocarbons. When the engine is started, a valve opens that allows fresh air to come in and purge the fumes (hydrocarbons) into the air intake and then into the combustion chamber for burning. I understand that more hydrocarbons are released into the atmosphere by leaving your fuel cap off, than what comes out of your tailpipe while the engine runs. If there is a leak anywhere in the evaporative system, such as a bad hose, canister leak or leaving the fuel cap loose, the check engine light will set.

Read more: http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_is_an_evaporator_canister#ixzz1MSKdwRsH

 

[MountainMan]

Here's Geek_Law's write-up with pictures. I think even I could do it following this:

 

[SizemattersIII]

I have seen some captains mount it on the right side just in front of the ecu. It will fit.