Does Your Toyota Tacoma NEED A Snorkel?

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[@DunkinsCrew]

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[@JF_-sk9sc]

I will drive it into the ground! Haha That's my response when people comment on my mods hurting resale value. I don't plan on letting my taco go

[@beetlevegasricci6944]

Installing my snorkel was one of the easiest things I have done to my truck. Love having it and the way it looks. The reason I got my snorkel is living in Houston and the street flood that always happens and if it can get me and my family out of a tight spot is all worth it. O and they make a cover when u are in sand and super dusty places. They work really well.

[@beetlevegasricci6944]

Gunter Schtubert ya it’s just a sponge cover that goes on top on the outside. Buddy used it and took pics of air filter before and after and it was the same. Off roading in Vegas desert

[@30-06]

Something so cool about Tacoma is that model change won’t make previous generations anything less! I love you Tacoma and I’m looking forward to see what more you’ll do with it!!

[@Tacomaholic]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@Spencahh_808]

I definitely dont need a snorkel for my 4runner ..but shit, it looks so much sicker😂

[@derrekburton9769]

The video I needed! I've been endlessly reading about WHAT to do for air intake. As I primarily do a lot of back roading to get to camping, hiking and fishing spots, it definitely seems like the best option for me to get about the dust and the muck of logging roads.

[@XXMUZZELFLASHXX]

Your truck costs more than my friends house..literally.

[@Handl3sAreStupid]

Interesting. I thought adding a snorkel would lower the MPG due to the additional drag. Learned something already!

[@7777LORENZO]

Wonder if it can face to the back ? Just a thought …

[@bobchang8708]

Yep!!! Im getting a snorkel now!!! Thanks!

[@troy3456789]

@03:38 back in the late 80s, early 90s Toyota truck ads showed their trucks splashing through water. I knew a guy that hydro locked his Toyota Truck engine doing just that. He had a valid suit against them, but I do not know how it turned out in the end. I was active duty at the same installation, but he worked in a different shop

[@rolfpimentel5876]

I have a 2019 Toyota Hilux 4x2 G Philippines Version. Im planning to put snorkel on it soon once i have budget. My purpose is for the clean aircon that the engine take. Nice video bro its learning video..

[@noecool1016]

Good stuff bruh

[@RiderObvious]

I'm keeping my Gen 2 Tacoma forever too. Still not gonna snorkel it. I am painting my rock sliders this week though.

[@Tacomaholic]

I'm about to resurface my sliders as well.

[@bobbyburnin3808]

Just installed mine!

[@kylebacher8074]

I tried to put pic up for you but I had a rover disco1 and I did my own snorkel. It looked like the manic version you can get for them. 3" exhaust tubing rhino line sprayed. Snorkle head off eBay. 3 bent 90's in single length pipe. Cut the last 90 off and shorten, then welded back on. That was to fit between inner and outer fender. Then a piece of rubber coated flex tubing in 3". For rover the snorkle prices high hundred to thousands mine $25 and few hours! Look up manic snorkle for the look on rover. After my lease and I do buy out I might do the same type depending on space between fender.

[@Tacomaholic]

Nice!

[@kylebacher8074]

@@Tacomaholic sorry mantec snorkel auto correct sucks. Lol

[@thatredyota4619]

My fiberglass is a 6 inch bulge fyi. Snorkels are cool and yours looks clean. Kinda want a 2nd Tacoma to make an overland build. I want too many tacomas...sigh.

[@Tacomaholic]

More tacomas! 😀

[@user-cl2es9iu1j]

???? Do you have to stop and turn the snorkel head around if you are driving in rain or snowfall????

[@Tacomaholic]

It would have to be really heavy rain or snow to do that. The head of the snorkel has channels that filter out most of the water entering the opening.

[@Voss2120]

I'd get one. But, I really dont want to do the install.

[@Yotaguy1979]

Dude I think we have the same snorkel cool by the way I'm the guy that got the ARB bumper for $250 nice work 🍺🍺🍺😎

[@Tacomaholic]

Thanks for watching Jonathan!

[@johndaniels9751]

Got a snorkel. Have not installed yet though

[@MikesGearGarage]

Great video. Gosh the more snorkel vids I watch the more I want one! Any true bump in mpg's or is it negligible?

[@Tacomaholic]

I haven't really noticed an MPG bump, but the cleaner air is better for the engine and the high air inlet will prevent hydrolocking.

[@MikesGearGarage]

@@Tacomaholic Great points. PLease stop making me want to dump even more money into my rig lol

[@polapino]

I take my 3rd Gen TRD OR on the beach three time a year. Is that enough usage to warrant a snorkel due to sandy air? I also don't drive in the waves or anything.

[@Tacomaholic]

I wouldn't worry about the sand. 😀

[@patrickmessier1642]

I hydrolocked my truck back in 97, a brand new dodge 2500 gas job, went through a water hole in a construction area at night with some buddy's and a few beers, stopped running right away , had to get towed out . tow truck guy said insurance would total it because the water went half way up the seats, I had him tow it to my shop, took out all the spark plugs, drained all the fluids, all the fluids, turned over the engine a couple times, water came out the plug ports, put it all back together. ran like crap, took it back to the dealer, they changed two or three sensors, under warrantee, took a couple weeks to dry the seats, had that truck for another four years before selling it to my friend. never had any issue with it after the hydrolock, so, just sayin.

[@TheHamerer]

I kinda hate how these look but I see how they would be practical. I'm sure i'd never get one but if I did I'd have to put a fake one on the other side just for appearance.

[@petequinones3454]

They're installing snorkels at dealerships now, mostly TRD Pro's. Unless you're running through water up to your headlights they're not necessary. Just go with a C.A.I if want a few extra HP. Make that fake scoop functional on the TRD's.

[@dangerpudge1922]

Yo! I've watched this a couple of times and am in the process of doing some overlanding upgrades to my Taco. I'm not sure this is necessary for me, but I think I'm allowed to do some things that just look cool if I want, amiright? Anyway, I am on the fence between this and the ARB. Of course the ARB has the more known name, but I wanted to check with you personally to see if you'd have used that over your Dobinsons after having lived with it for a bit. Is it worth the extra money or is it just money saved that can be put elsewhere? I'd love your review/thoughts on the matter. I'd rather just buy once/cry once if it comes to that.

[@Tacomaholic]

Greetings! The Dobinsons snorkel has been great and at half the price of the ARB I think it's well worth checking it out.

[@alfredovillalba9924]

What’s installed on the front of you hood...black vinyl? Is it a bug protector?

[@unballisticr.i.pdadloveand7055]

What if it’s pissing down with rain or snow

[@Tacomaholic]

In severe rain or snow you can rotate the head of the snorkel 180 degrees backward.

[@alphahotel0076]

Hi I know this is an old video but what happens if it rains?? Out here in fl we get some crazy storms so can rainwater get in while the truck is off? And then be sucked up when I turn it on

[@Tacomaholic]

The top of the snorkel head has side opening to help force excess water out. The factory intake tube also has drain openings in the air box.

[@blainehodges5752]

Hey bud I’m in Tacoma world just joined today tacomaspeed23 with my 2012 Tacoma sport 4x4

[@carlosparodiretail]

Nice! Can u still go through a regular car wash with the snorkel? Thanks

[@Tacomaholic]

I wouldn't risk it.

[@donyan5726]

Is it possible to go through car wash with the snorkel and not break anything off? If so, how would it need to be covered so water doesn’t get into snorkel?

[@Tacomaholic]

I wouldn't risk it. I have far too many things that could possibly get damaged in a drivethru car wash so just pressure wash my truck at home.

[@goldengloves36123]

No car wash and if you live in snowy territory you have to flip the top of the snorkel around to make sure you don't pull in the snow

[@HLR_III]

General Overland on IG has fiberglass fenders and A snorkel on a T4R

[@brandoncasso9057]

Missing a window visor again. Where you at with a sponsorship, Weathertech?!

[@Tacomaholic]

Lol I know right!?

[@johnnyallthecash2742]

To be clear do you get a better insurance policy for having a snorkle?

[@Tacomaholic]

I bet your insurance company would raise your rates if you let them know you were doing water crossings.

[@johnnyallthecash2742]

@@Tacomaholic good point. They mainly want to hear its mostly parked and driven once a week to the grocery store in a low crime area.

[@7777LORENZO]

Does it keep squirrels out as I have Squirrels get in there ? Would Snorkel help ?

[@Tacomaholic]

It's not going to do anything to keep squirrels out of the engine bay but you might look into getting some peppermint spray.

[@7777LORENZO]

@@Tacomaholic tried it all. Three years ago 5,000. In damages and because of pandemic , squirrel chewed computer wiring etc couldn’t get parts . Now again Squirrel chewed engine cover and filled the air breather through to filter with perfectly manicured acorns . Need to find solution so In a snorkel there is entry in fender still ? Oh also made a beautiful nest in cabin filter behind glove box . I am totally frustrated . I had been at car wash and while washing Taco thought my mind was playing tricks as saw red squirrel 🐿 on truck tire but when I went to look again it wasn’t there so ok Brain playing tricks on me . She was behind glove box staying dry . Frequent starts , panic button activated and moth balls ( hate the smell) . Thanks for listening . Follower- second Taco -had 2007 rusted badly so this is 2015 - 32000 kil.68 year old retired Nurse

[@Tacomaholic]

@@7777LORENZO Ugh sorry to hear that.

[@lukek3953]

What happens on rainstorm? Wouldn't water go inside the air intake?

[@Tacomaholic]

The snorkel head has side channels where water is forced out. In severe weather you can rotate it 180 degrees backward too.

[@gtnoslp]

As far as the snorkel goes...to each there own. I personally think they look kinda silly. Instead of the periscope look, I think fresh air/ water proofing could be accomplished other ways. A air filter could be mounted almost anywhere with a little bit of "engineering.

[@zamboni68]

Any issues with visibility? Seems it would block your view around the passenger A-pillar

[@Tacomaholic]

It only blocks a tiny bit of the top of the passenger side top windshield.

[@edgarmoreno3748]

Can’t help but noticing your rear passenger side rain guard missing...what’s up with that did it come off in the video where you F@#k up🤷🏻‍♂️😭😭😭😭

[@Tacomaholic]

That one just keeps coming loose.

[@Kukki008]

0:09 ^^

[@romo2517]

can you use a drive-thru car wash?

[@Tacomaholic]

If the spray from the car wash was coming from above it would probably be fine ... but I would be more worried about the moving wash parts getting snagged on the snorkel.

[@MyShadowblue]

Did you ever fix the gap on the front edge of the snorkel?

[@Tacomaholic]

It's pulled in as tight as it will go. Might add some weatherstripping or something similar.

[@MyShadowblue]

That kinda sucks. Have you contacted dobinson's? They're pretty good at customer service.

[@Tacomaholic]

@@MyShadowblue No, that seems to just be the way the snorkel sits on the fender. I'm not too worried about it.

[@MyShadowblue]

@@Tacomaholic Okie dokie. I may have to get one and see what kind of damage I can do.

[@harolddriscoll7104]

Cooler air doesn't have more oxygen. It's denser, meaning more air (in a given area). More air, more power.

[@Tacomaholic]

Cooler air is more dense, allowing more air to occupy the same space as warmer air, meaning more oxygen per volume.

[@1987jaac]

does anyone know if you’re able to go thru a drive-thru car wash with one of these?

[@Tacomaholic]

I wouldn't recommend it ... or at least tape up the opening first. I'd still be afraid the snorkel would get caught on the washing parts.

[@1987jaac]

Tacomaholic thanks! I normally hand wash my Taco but every now and then, when I need a quick wash, I’ll opt for a drive-thru wash. What about when it rains, is it safe to drive with this in the rain?

[@mikeschoolcraft21]

No sir it doesn’t need a snorkel.

[@nitant85]

How about the restricted airflow

[@Tacomaholic]

What restricted airflow?

[@ok-sq2rw]

Supercharger?

[@Tacomaholic]

I wish I had a supercharger.

[@BANFISHINGOKIE]

What rim's do you have man I got 12.50 wide and i am looking to go Down to 10.5

[@Tacomaholic]

I'm running 16x8 F5s from Stealth Custom Series

[@BANFISHINGOKIE]

@@Tacomaholic I got fuel 12.50 and r 20 I need to go a bit smaller my Suspensions been horrible since I bought this truck I have a 09 Tacoma

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@@BANFISHINGOKIE Still on stock suspension?

[@BANFISHINGOKIE]

@@Tacomaholic no I have fab tech 6 inch lift

[@BANFISHINGOKIE]

@@Tacomaholic at least I dont think it is I got the truck form a dealership here in my town it was a trade in got it at 65,500 miles and now 110,00

[@michaeldoidge1838]

OK, Now what about the secondary air pump. What about water getting sucked in.

[@Tacomaholic]

That's already got a shield and filter and probably has less chance of sucking water than the engine.

[@michaeldoidge1838]

I see you have gone through some pretty good water. Just wondering if you had any troubles. Yeah, I had to buy the cover and did the filter upgrade on my 2012 off road

[@Tacomaholic]

@@michaeldoidge1838 No issues at all with my secondary air pump.

[@ncrtransport5993]

Those fenders are ment to be for the long travel suspension aka baja which is dry desert racing My concern when its heavy raining how does it not suck water down the snorkel

[@Tacomaholic]

In heavy rain you can always turn the snorkel head 180 degrees.

[@ncrtransport5993]

@@Tacomaholic wait really?????? I never even thought about that good looking I just learned something new!

[@Tacomaholic]

@@ncrtransport5993 😅

[@jackcooper4936]

@@Tacomaholic from what I've read, it states in the ARB snorkel instruction manual to never turn the head 180 degrees, as it will create a void behind the snorkel head, effectively starving the motor of air. I dont know if it's right or wrong, just something I've seen when considering a snorkel for myself.

[@Tacomaholic]

@@jackcooper4936 That's what I thought at first as well but guys running the Ultragauge reported no change in air flow volume or temp when they rotated the snorkel head.

[@scooter041031]

5g hahahaha I wish it were that cheap to replace

[@rv3789]

It killed my mpg

[@JohanGavieres]

I paid $5,600 for a new engine for my Tacoma.

[@Tacomaholic]

Hydrolock?

[@JohanGavieres]

Tacomaholic my father did not follow maintenance on the truck. So I did a full rebuild back to 0 miles as a gift to my dad. I’m now looking into setting up his Tacoma with a off road look and found your channel for some Inspiration.

[@patrickmessier1642]

wouldn't it make more sense to have the inlet face towards the back? not a mechanic

[@Tacomaholic]

I've seen people run them both ways. In severe weather it's definitely better to turn it facing back.

[@no_handle_required]

I just wish they made less douchey looking snorkels

[@julestrdprodjimavicpro2869]

The TRD PRO is the way to Go! No snorkel for this Taco! voodoobluetacolife19

[@rv3789]

More hp

[@DunkinsCrew]

Nah