PASTMASTER
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In theory anything that constricts airflow is bad. Like most things it's probably a compromise - if you don't need it don't get it. If you need it, you need it! I haven't got a snorkel (my wife is worried it might affect my performance) but if I got one I'd look for the least possible restriction on airflow.
All those big trucks seem to have them as standard mind...
Big trucks have them because the cooler air they suck in is more dense and aids performance and economy.
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PASTMASTER
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Do that work wiv a landie then? Or is it cancelled out by the extra drag?Big trucks have them because the cooler air they drag in is more dense and aids performance and economy.
PASTMASTER
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Been SKIRTING round this one for a while. For the suppliers it's probably a stocking problem
Been SKIRTING round this one for a while. For the suppliers it's probably a stocking problem
You certainly know how to keep abreast of the situation!
CharlesY
PASTMASTER
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Yes, I can generally handle that sort of thing.
It could be argued (and it will) that a snorkel allows the engine to breathe cleaner air, as opposed to the dust and sh*t flying around under the wheel arch!
If this is the case then the air cleaner will stay cleaner for longer allowing the engine to breathe easier for longer, IMHO a snorkel helps performance, assuming as mentioned there is no restriction.
It is worth noting that prior to fitting my snorkel (200tdi) that I would need to empty the air filter case and change the filter after a couple of wekends racing along dusty and dry river beds behind other cars, you should have seen the stuff that came out!
Now with the snorkel the dust/rubbish is minimal and I change the filter less often!
JMHO
regards
Dave
If this is the case then the air cleaner will stay cleaner for longer allowing the engine to breathe easier for longer, IMHO a snorkel helps performance, assuming as mentioned there is no restriction.
It is worth noting that prior to fitting my snorkel (200tdi) that I would need to empty the air filter case and change the filter after a couple of wekends racing along dusty and dry river beds behind other cars, you should have seen the stuff that came out!
Now with the snorkel the dust/rubbish is minimal and I change the filter less often!
JMHO
regards
Dave
Yes, I can generally handle that sort of thing.
Yeah sure you can ... but I think deep down you're a sucker.
CharlesY
PASTMASTER
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Now that makes sense!
PASTMASTER
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Well, you get a taste for it...
Of course not living on a farm I don't get the same opportunities to experiment.
