Water Crossing
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Water Crossing
Outfitting my 2000 Disco II with a snorkel. The only snorkel I have been able to find is the ARB Safari. I'm sure I have seen others that connect to the fender without the elongated tube running parallel to the fender top. Any other good snorkel manufacturers out there?
Also, is there anything else I need to do to my motor to make it safe for a river crossing? I have read somewhere in this forum that if you powerblast your engine after a day of 4wheeling, to cover the alternator beforehand. If I have to cover the alternator, then how the heck will it hold up if its underwater?
Anyone know what type of bumper this is on the grey Disco pictured?
Also, is there anything else I need to do to my motor to make it safe for a river crossing? I have read somewhere in this forum that if you powerblast your engine after a day of 4wheeling, to cover the alternator beforehand. If I have to cover the alternator, then how the heck will it hold up if its underwater?
Anyone know what type of bumper this is on the grey Disco pictured?
#3
For a single water crossing, just go through and make sure the water doesn't go above the headlights and you're in the clear. If you plan on doing it a lot consider extending your axle breathers and as you said getting a snorkel. You don't need to cover the alternator. These trucks can handle some pretty deep water without any mods at all.
#5
I believe the bumper in question may be a Safari-gard bumper. Even if it's not, if you like that one you'll like theirs!
http://www.safarigard.com/store/index.php?cPath=35_26
http://www.safarigard.com/store/index.php?cPath=35_26
Last edited by Disco_Fever; 05-12-2009 at 11:54 AM.
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Check this site for that bumper also, if the one you saw was a Safari Guard and you like the style, consider the RTE because it is a whole lot stronger.
How deep are you planning on going? It will take more then a snorkel to keep the water out of your truck and it's electronics.
How much of a lift do you have and what size tires?
http://www.rovertym.com/
How deep are you planning on going? It will take more then a snorkel to keep the water out of your truck and it's electronics.
How much of a lift do you have and what size tires?
http://www.rovertym.com/
Last edited by Disco Mike; 05-12-2009 at 02:50 PM. Reason: addition
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