Coice of Snorkel for 2016 Prado - which one?

[Andyfive Member Find all posts View Profile Close Andyfive]

Had a chat with Toyota this morning (both parts and installation service)...

As far as the installation goes, hose clamps and silicon will be used at box (I placed a note on the file that protection against water ingress was required)

As far as warranty and wading depth goes, Toyota doesn't consider a snorkel (regardless of brand), as an accessory that increases wading depth (naturally there are other components that might be affected by water). Any water ingress to air intake (with or without a snorkel) is not covered under warranty as it is officially above the wading depth of the vehicle.

At the end of the day, it is just peace of mind (additional layer of protection, if you want to call it) when wading water. But it isn't a substitute to common sense with regards where you want to take you vehicle. Personally, I would like to keep my cabin dry and cross some water, but have some insurance if things go a little pear shaped...

Cheers

Completely agree. I tend to shy away from deep water.

The important thing is that you know what you are getting. I see far too many people buy on assumptions.

I used to have an old Disco that I drowned often. I had tide marks on the door cards. dizzy would give up before she'd drink any water..

[digys Junior Member Find all posts View Profile Close digys]

Castle Hill Toyota. Dealer that i bought from. 150 for install and 550 for the part. Not bad considering tjm wanted 330 to install the airtec

[evltoy Member Find all posts View Profile Close evltoy]

I just bought the TJM Airtec as I like the new look and matches the shape of the car... Plus how can you knock back the cashback sale they have on.

Waterproofing..... As Toyota says, you put a snorkel on to help with dust intake. You don't put one on and think your car is a submarine

[maat Lurker Find all posts View Profile Close maat]

i bought one off ebay from tuff terrain, it was $100 delivered with the wholesaw and rivet gun! all stainless fittings, hose clamps etc.. it's identical to the ARB unit.

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$700 dollars is insanity for a peice of molded plastic

[iDestiny Junior Member Find all posts View Profile Close iDestiny]

$700 dollars is insanity for a peice of molded plastic

Very true... regrettably it is not within my capability for a DIY job (... maybe one day)... I assume there is more folks like me out there, hence product + installation makes them a lot of money...