I understand that not everyone makes water crossings or never goes into mud, but some of us do. A snorkel is not a fool proof plan. I just figured it's cheaper to replace some electrical components as opposed to sucking it into the engine block and dealing with that. I could be wrong though.
I've run the AEV snorkel on both my JK's now. Did I ever need it? Nope.. Too shit scared to take my Jeep into water that deep..
I use the ram scoop around town. It's great for collecting bugs in your air box.
On tours in the bush I put on the hamster bowl (precleaner). It catches plenty dust, but so does a stock paper filter I guess.
Before the 3.6 snorkel version came out the AEV ones were pretty affordable and a great "Why not" mod.
The new model seems a bit pricy to me.
I guess snorkel is one of those rather have it and not need it than need it and not have it kinda mod.
But personally after owning two I'd say get a snorkel as the cherry on top after you don't know what to mod next on your Jeep.
Of course, if you like to play in water or mud like a moron, a snorkel might be useful to have. :crazyeyes:
Well, I am an odd one out on this because I kind of like snorkels and may end up putting one on Shark Tank after some other more important stuff. I don't really have any intentions of going hood deep in water (been there and done that in my K-5 Blazer and the results were pricey.) That said, I'm not always great about slowing down for large puddles. I get it...I'm childish...but there is just something about a huge-ass plume of water flying up in the air and covering my rig that brings a smile to my face.
Here's a shot of Mel slowly crossing Fordyce Creek when the water was low - he still took on about an inch of water. This creek needs to be forded at this point in order to continue on the trail. Can you see what size tires he's running?
I see them as a bit of insurance depending on how and where you drive...and I don't mind the looks at all. The biggest drawback to me is the supposed power loss.
I'll admit I haven't done much research on current snorkels and their designs. This is the 1st I've heard of people losing power, though? Is there restriction from the intake length or increased micron filters being used? It should be getting clean and cool air at all times. Cooler air is denser, thus making more power :thinking:
I'm guessing 40s or bigger.