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New design eBay snorkel

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by TacoJohn4x4, Oct 18, 2018.

  1. Nov 3, 2018 at 1:33 PM
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    I would like to see some data on this. I really do not believe putting a snorkel on your truck, when you consider where the stock intake is located, reduces silica content enough to be worthwhile. We have already discussed the definition of the word snorkel. If I see some data I might be convinced otherwise.. if not, you're just spreading baseless misinformation.
     
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  2. Nov 3, 2018 at 3:55 PM
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    The video proves that the first vehicle does not inhale the dust created by the second.:rofl:
     
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  3. Nov 3, 2018 at 8:04 PM
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    Basically. I'm sure even if the trailing vehicle had a snorkel it would still be sucking up tons of dust. As far as the scientific method is concerned, this "test" fails.
     
  4. Nov 3, 2018 at 8:05 PM
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    Yeah I’ll agree that the video doesn’t really help prove or disprove anything since the snorkeled truck spent most of the time in front... I think it’s time for us to have an experiment
     
  5. Nov 3, 2018 at 8:32 PM
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    I totally agree with you. Just saying that that video isn’t the best
     
  6. Nov 3, 2018 at 11:49 PM
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    Tell people you got the snorkel for the looks. That will end all debates on its function. This is not the first time an aftermarket part for a vehicle has proven its claim. Another reason why there are so many after parts for vehicles. It’s mostly marketing. Some do prove their uses while others were just “cool” or even untasteful add on. This is maybe close to if an aftermarket intake is worth it and does it give any noticeable gains. How about that deck plate mod?

    What I do fine amusing is the cost of this compare to the brand name one. I’ll just leave it at that.

    I’ll see if I can install this next week and post some pictures :)
     
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  7. Nov 4, 2018 at 12:08 AM
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    If you don't mind taking a few pics of the install process of this particular snorkel it would be much appreciated...will be my first time doing a mod like this that requires cutting that big of a hole in my truck. I've already drilled the roof so I'm not opposed to it lol. But would appreciate a few photos
     
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  8. Nov 4, 2018 at 8:49 AM
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    I’ll try to document my install :) Page 5 has photos of the install from another member already. I’m sure you can also look up the ARB snorkel install and follow the same steps.
     
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  9. Nov 4, 2018 at 8:56 AM
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    Oh cool I'll check it out, must have missed it. Thanks!
     
  10. Nov 4, 2018 at 12:50 PM
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    did you use a hole saw?

    or did you just cut out the hole with a jig saw?


    Trying to figure out which way is better, looking at the template it seems to be a weird size
     
  11. Nov 4, 2018 at 4:51 PM
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    Please do not use a jig saw :eek:
     
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  12. Nov 5, 2018 at 4:58 AM
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    it can be done with the right blade. The 3rd gen snorkels from ARB have some weird oval shape and you have to use a jig saw.

    upload_2018-11-5_8-0-23.jpg
     
  13. Nov 5, 2018 at 6:51 AM
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    Yikes. Sounds like a pain.
     
  14. Nov 8, 2018 at 5:08 PM
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    Here it is :) Stay tune for an instructional write up with some tips. Learn from my mistakes.
    IMG_1285.jpg IMG_1286.jpg IMG_1290.jpg
     
  15. Nov 8, 2018 at 5:22 PM
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    Is it not in a way of pass doors?
     
  16. Nov 8, 2018 at 5:39 PM
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    damn if it doesn't 'appear' to be, right? has to be the camera angle though.
     
  17. Nov 8, 2018 at 5:39 PM
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    Man the more I look at this the more I want it lol. I have absolutely no need of one but I do like the look specially paired with my ARB bumper. I keep telling myself I don’t need to spend the $100 and pay off credit cards more. I’m hoping eBay will have another 10-20% off coupon around Black Friday :anonymous:
     
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  18. Nov 8, 2018 at 5:41 PM
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    Sure does look like it. I googled safari snorkels on 1st gens and from a few pics they appeared kinda the same way around the door. Curious to hear from someone that’s installed it.
     
  19. Nov 8, 2018 at 5:57 PM
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    It clears and I’m out with it tonight with my gf for a test run :) I checked that as well because it threw me off for a minute.
     
  20. Nov 8, 2018 at 9:53 PM
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    It's not noticeable, just had to make one of the holes bigger on the mounting bracket.
     
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