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Dobinsons 2nd Gen Tacoma Snorkel

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Crikeymike, Nov 13, 2018.

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  1. Jul 21, 2019 at 7:49 AM
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    I kinda want one now. I'm liking it. Even though I have no immediate need for it lol
     
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  2. Jul 21, 2019 at 10:22 AM
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  4. Jul 23, 2019 at 7:43 PM
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    So I have a question.. i already know I want/need a snorkel. Im just trying to find the best application that works for me. The three im back and forth with is the airflow, ARB, and of course the dobinson. ARB states "ARMAX outperforms the CFM flow of other brand Tacoma application snorkels by 10%." Is there any truth in that? Documents to provide that? ARB and Dobinson side by side comparison one smaller than the other?
     
    Jeffvt0508, Jul 23, 2019
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  5. Jul 23, 2019 at 7:50 PM
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    Dobinson is dimensionally smaller, but no impact to my truck's performance has been observed. Same for guys with ARB. They noticed no performance gain, at least the ones I met.
     
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  6. Jul 24, 2019 at 6:03 AM
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    I definitely didn't notice any performance changes after installing the snorkel. Sounds the same, feels the same. Just looks different. Several other guys with snorkels I've met say they got better gas mileage and more engine noise afterwards, but I haven't noticed any of this magic.
     
    azzwethinkweiz, Jul 24, 2019
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    Is anyone running a prefilter on these? Really thinking about picking one up!
     
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    I just installed mine recently and it went fairly well. I’m very happy with how it looks.

    Fitting the rubber joining piece inside the fender and getting it through the hole into the engine bay and joining everything took quite a bit of wrestling but it all worked out.
    The install instructions didn’t say when and what to use the recommended gasket sealant on so you just have to put it where it makes sense.
    Usually when a product says it’s a 3 hr install, I know it will take a loser like me the entire day with five trips to the nearest hardware store . I didn’t realize a 4.5inch hole saw and drill step bits was going to cost me another $120.

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    Bilstein 5100’s front and rear Icon 1.5” expansion pack Raceline 16” wheels Toyo open country m/t 285/80/16 Dobonson snorkel Kb voodoo bed rack
    Got mine all installed, had some issues with the stencil but I made it work.

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    Finally ordered :spending:
     
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    How do you prevent water from going inside the snorkel like when it rains??
     
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  14. Sep 7, 2019 at 6:11 PM
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    There are drain holes in the factory airbox. I’ve had no issues with water sitting inside after a heavy rain.
     
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    I’ve checked my air box after an hour of driving in the rain it was dry
     
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    Looks good Mike.....nice work. A TRD emblem molded into the snorkel would add at least 10-15 HP!
     
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    EA04D9A8-C71B-4037-BEA4-29C0D1383DF4.jpg 3295D1EE-590D-4B5D-AB85-885CD382E7E4.jpg Taping the end all scrunched up and attaching it to the snorkel body first. Then finagling it through the large opening made that part of the install a breeze. Probably took two or three minutes to snake it through. I fought it for a half hour before going this route.
     
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    Smart, took me around an hour and a half
     
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    * Semi pro tip, start the duct tape a little before the scrunching wrestling match.
     
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