Hey guys back again. I have owned my LC for about 2-3 months. Things are coming along slowly, but surly. Found this winch today. Tires are next. Wondering what you guys thought about safari snorkels?
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rkymtnflyfisher
Trout Bum
No snorkel.
Unless you have a legitimate reason for one. You wouldn't want to go cutting unnecessary holes in the metal of that rig anyway!
Unless you have a legitimate reason for one. You wouldn't want to go cutting unnecessary holes in the metal of that rig anyway!
You know its really hard to keep a spark fired engine sealed up enough to run under water. And you need to route all the vents higher than the snorkel, but axles will still take in water as the cool from road heat to the water temp.
Nice looking rig - I had mine painted flat tan aka idaho dirt color.
Nice looking rig - I had mine painted flat tan aka idaho dirt color.
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Snorkels are way cool. Def get one asap.
There are a lot of off road vehicles out there with snorkels that have never seen a river crossing but the owner wants that "adventure look". I agree with Charley with the amount of work it takes to make an engine viable for that type of use. Personal taste on my part but I can't see cutting up a panel and putting one on just for looks.
sterling
SILVER Star
No on the snorkel, save the money for gas and drive it every chance you get!
A low number of 1981 40 series were sold in the US relative to previous years.
Most have rusted away, you have a fine example on your hands.
A low number of 1981 40 series were sold in the US relative to previous years.
Most have rusted away, you have a fine example on your hands.
Roastchestnuts
TLCA #28675 Salt wagon Fj40
Yeah a snorkel would be cool but also I am in the no snorkel group too. I think its better to keep this 40 original. especially since its getting harder and harder to find a unmolested fj40 these days. Edit: I also really hate dealing with holes that are cut into vehicles. on my 40 i have welded up so many holes from off road lights and crap.
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I would say no to the dorkle. If the water is up to my hood, I'm gonna look for a go around. I've heard the argument that if the intake is up higher you will pull in less dust to your air filter. I've been bouncing around in the dust of the American west for many years, and the best thing you can do is give the rig in front of you more room. Be a shame to cut up that pretty 40.
Catching Neutral
GOLD Star
I had one on my first 40. I like the look. You can always by a used apron, paint to match, cut hole for snorkel and keep the original apron hidden away.
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Average rain fall in Fort Worth Texas is 37 inches a year so if it's deep water your worried about dust maybe but nay on the snorkel ya on the winch
The winch is plenty handy, but a snorkel not so much. I plead 'no' on the snorkel, IM humble O.
fyton2v
SILVER Star
Nice truck! Don’t be this guy.
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Haha I did pull the trigger on the winch! Trying to order a 4Plus Products bumper!!
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Noted and appreciated!!
pb4ugo
SILVER Star
A snorkel is a personal choice. Around here it would be peeled off the vehicle and laying on the side of the trail within the 1st 1/4 mile. Forget about dropping the windshield while trail riding too.
rkymtnflyfisher
Trout Bum
Better choice.
1911
chupacabra
Welcome to Mud; nice truck.
I recognize Magnolia Street in Fort Worth.
You've done well to get an 8274 and a 4+ bumper.
And another hard "no" on the snorkle.
I recognize Magnolia Street in Fort Worth.
You've done well to get an 8274 and a 4+ bumper.
And another hard "no" on the snorkle.
Lots of people put all kinds of things on their 40series … really comes down to what makes sense to you. If your drivetrain is bomber and needs nothing then at that point adding a bumper, rack, snorkel are just customizing to your unique ideas of what you want. Perhaps a few of those things are more functional than others. Look for deals just like you did for that Warn. Even if you don’t bolt it on right away. Enjoy the adventure!!
ax0n
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Have you found a good shop in the DFW area? There are some things I would like to do and just don’t have the time, but I am new to these parts and don’t know of any local shops that specialize in older cruisers. (I have an ‘84 FJ60)
Otherwise beautiful truck man, congrats!
Otherwise beautiful truck man, congrats!
