snorkel quality 90 series petrol

[Matt the lad Lurker Find all posts View Profile Close Matt the lad]

I'm hoping that someone can shed some light on my question.
I'm looking at a snorkel for my 90 series petrol, 5vz-fe. There are plenty of options equaling plenty of price difference.
Has anyone bought and fitted one of the cheaper ebay snorkels? I've read a number of posts from some who have fitted a snorkel to this model, and they have been most helpful with pics.
I am curious which ones have been fitted.
Thanks.

[oceanracer Moderated member Find all posts View Profile Close oceanracer]

Ive bought a Safari , not a job I want to do more than once, $330 from ARB

[Matt the lad Lurker Find all posts View Profile Close Matt the lad]

Thanks for that. The price I received was a bit dearer, but was wondering if anyone had put in an ebay $100 job.

[pradosteve97 Junior Member Find all posts View Profile Close pradosteve97]

Can't help you with any snorkels hope you don't mind me crashing your thread has anyone one done this to a 90 series.

I was thinking about doing something similar everything else plastic I buy doesn't last. If anyone has any pics I'd be interested in a look also how to to get the pipe into the airbox.

[oceanracer Moderated member Find all posts View Profile Close oceanracer]

I think good plastic lasts. The weight of S/S would be alot more and would need a lot more support

[CoreyTroy Member Find all posts View Profile Close CoreyTroy]

I think the main difference between the expensive (Safari) and the cheaper snorkles on eBay is the grade and thickness of the plastic moulding.

I was going to fit one to my 3.4Ltr Prado, but scrapped the idea for now.

Just question the fitting guides in the item listing, and check the sellers feedback, to see if any buyers had any drama's with the templates.

You still need a 80mm hole saw i think and some other tools to fit them.

I suppose if they warrant the item for 12 months or more, they can't be that bad.

This one has a 2 year warranty http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/TOYOTA-SN...sAAOSwZQRYY0BE

[Matt the lad Lurker Find all posts View Profile Close Matt the lad]

Thx Corey, I sort of had a similar thought.
I'd looked at the feedback and it's was quite good for the one I looked at. 2 yrs warranty etc.
I definitely would be checking the template first up.
If I go this way I'll let you know how I go.

[Matt the lad Lurker Find all posts View Profile Close Matt the lad]

Look at this on eBay http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/291830868055
This is the one I was checking out

[CoreyTroy Member Find all posts View Profile Close CoreyTroy]

Look at this on eBay http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/291830868055
This is the one I was checking out

I get a little nervous when the listing is not 100% correct.
That one you posted says" Easy Installation: Drilling template all necessary hardware are included", then 2 lines down say's "The instruction is not included, professional installation is highly recommended".
Makes you wonder a bit....

[Matt the lad Lurker Find all posts View Profile Close Matt the lad]

True.
I figured that "if" the template is ok or at least able to be made correct, the fitting instructions are the same for that one as ARB or Tjm etc.
There is an excellent post with photos and instructions, it was very well done by a fellow pradopoint member.

[CoreyTroy Member Find all posts View Profile Close CoreyTroy]

What is your drive to want a snorkle?
To run cooler air, or for water crossings?

[Brett1979 Avid PP Poster! Find all posts View Profile Close Brett1979]

I have a mate who had a GQ Patrol bought 2nd hand which came with a cheap plastic snorkel fitted. It had been there for quite a while and was spongy when pressed due to the very thin cheap plastic. It was also difficult to properly water proof when we re-did the waterproofing of it. I'd stay away from the really cheap options here and pay for a decent make considering the nature of what it's designed to do. Keep in mind when driving on narrow bush tracks the snorkel will get bumps and scrapes from overgrown vegetation. A brand name snorkel will put up with this treatment in its stride.

[Matt the lad Lurker Find all posts View Profile Close Matt the lad]

Good point. That will be a factor for me to watch

[Matt the lad Lurker Find all posts View Profile Close Matt the lad]

Both.
Cool air definitely. And the water crossing is a safe guard, I, was away at Christmas time and went closish to being a bit deep. No problems but I just want to make sure for any other crossings.

[scottkz Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close scottkz]

Iv got a cheap ebay one on mine been there 3 years now ! This one is very tough plastic and hasn't even faded!