Tacoma Snorkel - Test Fit

Our Hilux unit lists for $360.25 (MAP is $300.63), should be real close to that I'm guessing.

 

From the parent website...

The Air Ram
Air entering the Air Ram swirls violently, creating a cyclonic effect. The heaviest particles are ejected by the centrifugal force to the periphery of the swirl. There, they hit the vertical ribs where air pressure takes over to eject them out of the four slots at the base of the Air Ram. At this point, the air pressure pushes them out. The finer particles that are not ejected are removed by the vehicle air filter.
Comparison: not all Air Rams are equal in performance.
It is preferable for the Air Ram to have an open face without a screen because the screen deflects the airflow.
The surface ratio of the open face to outlet aperture must be a minimum of 1.4:1. If the ratio is lesser, it will be insufficient to create the cyclone action that separates heavy contaminants effectively.
Approximately 30% of the incoming airflow (above 25kph / 15mph) is used in the separation process.
At Airflow Vector, we ensure that our range of Snorkels uses a minimum of 1.4:1 for the 3” air ram, 1.7:1 for the 3.5” air ram and 2:1 for the cold air induction air ram.

Any deflection of the incoming airflow must be avoided since it dramatically affects efficiency. Deflections may be caused by:
1- Air Ram situated in close proximity to the bonnet/hood of the vehicle,
2- Air Ram with a curved or foiled roof,
3- Turning Air Ram away from travel direction,
4- Where Air Ram design makes the air go back on itself at an angle greater than 100 degrees.
If the Air Ram is turned away from the direction of travel, it will lessen the necessary positive pressure. In extreme situations, at higher speed, a vacuum may be generated causing irreversible engine damage!

Incorrect Air Ram design may cause excessive induction noise, lack of separation and air blocking by vortex at various speeds. This air blocking will limit airflow. This is a common occurrence when “looks” take priority over functionality.

If the Air Ram is moulded on the body of the Snorkel (for aesthetic reasons) it does not provide particle separation, thus all contaminants need to be removed by the internal air filter. This increases the maintenance cycle of the air cleaner. Furthermore, this configuration may cause a vacuum into the Snorkel, thus increasing the risk of engine damage.

http://www.airflowsnorkels.com/faqs.php

 

Final test install complete! Thanks to TacoManAz for his patience throughout the process.

I'm sure he'll post in here and share some photos...


Stay tuned for updates as we ready the product for the market.

Happy Holidays!

 

great news

love my airflow! glad to see things are coming together

 

Have any more pics?

 

just what i have posted in my thread. full write up will be in tacoma magazine next month...

from a recent meet


recent trip


closer shot after i trimmed it down an inch

 

I agree.

 

Expeditioneers said that was detrimental to the flow and circular air flow of the snorkel. I was kinda of curious about that.

 

True dat. I'll definitely cut mind down lol.

 

can't wait to see this thing for sale

 

Not sure if cutting 1" off the bottom of the head will affect the flow or not. I'll ask the factory on the next conference call.

I do know that the head is generic and fits a wide range of our snorkels.

I agree it looks better aesthetically.

 

thats a beefy looking snorkel.... i like.

will be getting one.

 

Are they available for the 4Bangers?

 

Yes, it will work for both 4 and 6 cylinder trucks.

 

yea i couldn't think of a reason why an inch lower would effect the airflow at all seems how the dynamics really hasn't changed..just trying to keep it closer to the roof height so i don't lose it on a branch haha

one thing i don't know is how high up the air flow kicks up off the front of the truck...it's still higher than safari so i'm tapping into air they can't reach ...slightly

 

i suppose i can throw this up here too..

suction test...you can also see that it uses all the stock air intake...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qA5GVcrDgHk&feature=share&list=UUmu8MY3icgnVUSoOLnYK8rQ

 

Looking good. Too bad I destroyed my factory intake piping.

 

Good!

 

yea i picked up a very slightly used one for a steal off a guy who just switched to a CAI..brand new OEM filter and like new condition intake...i lucked out

 

Stay tuned for an announcement late next week!





Have a great weekend...