Hilux 167 Snorkel Install on a 3rd Gen Toyota 4Runner

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In this video, we show you how to install a Hilux 167 Snorkel on a 3rd Gen 4runner. It’s not a very hard job but you just have to be careful and follow the steps we detail in the video on how to use the template to get the mounting holes drilled correctly.
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*Hilux 167 Snorkel (Amazon)
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[@chrisryanbeltran]

After watching your video 5x, I recently installed my snorkel onto my 3rd gen 4runner. The snorkel to the elbow and to the air box was the biggest challenge even when I had a friend to help me out. But we got it on completely after 6hrs later haha!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Good job getting done. Now go have fun doing some water crossings!

[@DEEPerthantheCUT]

Man where we're you last year when I needed this. The only thing I would change is don't drill into the A pillar. I used earth magnets instead

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Those must be some incredibly strong magnets. From what I saw with this install Anwar did for me, you have to push the snorkel with a fair amount of force towards the A-pillar to get it riveted. I like the fact that the snorkel is securely attached to the A-pillar because if you hook the snorkel with a branch while 4wheeling and the branch holds on tight, it could be a nice long lever to tweak your fender because that's where the snorkel is securely attached to the body. Once you make the commitment to this install, what's a few more holes to drill? Even if you decided to remove the snorkel one day and get a replacement fender, I don't think having a few holes in the A-pillar is a big deal. You could literally fill them with some bondo and put touch up paint over them and you would probably be the only one that would ever notice.

[@aaronmontford7123]

I did this job a couple years ago in the dead of winter in Boston. I wish I would've thought of buying a torch then... This Amazon snorkel has held up surprisingly well and after 3 years, still hasn't faded or cracked in any way.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

That’s good to hear. Sometimes you don’t know what type of quality you’re getting from products like these.

[@gunsfishand4x4]

Nice Anwar installed mine too! Love this feature. Great video!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks Chase. Anwar will appreciate your comment.

[@adrianaromeo9123]

Excellent Video! Made installation on my 1998 Limited easy! Thanks so much

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks Fred. Nice to know our video helped you with the install. You're very welcome and Happy Wrenching!

[@Paytience4pennies]

Great install video Timmy and Anwar!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks Jon. We're happy to hear you like it.

[@jrbegay7757]

Thanks for this video, it was a huge help

[@TimmyTheToolman]

You're very welcome. We're glad you found it helpful.

[@clarencewood2967]

Cant wait for the day that “CX Racing Turbo Kit install” appears in my suggestions from your channel

[@TimmyTheToolman]

They already have them, it's called E-Bikes or Cheating.

[@WeekendWrenchTurner]

Haven't watched it all yet, but know it's a good one 👍👍👍🍺🍺🍺

[@TimmyTheToolman]

It definitely is.

[@LA-sp5zn]

Great detailed video.. my next set up would be this.. thanks~

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks. Good luck with the job when you get around to doing it.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Great video Timmy 👍

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks Antonio.

[@alfredovalle7471]

Great video guys

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks Alfredo. We're glad you like it.

[@justintynan2435]

I had ordered and installed a snorkel kit on my 2001 4runner. I seen this video when I was in the middle of replacing my core support. I had looked in side the stock intake tube (the one before the air box) there was more mud and dirt then I wanted to see, it had made its way into the air box and my truck still has the fender liners. One suggestion is to remove the corner light, you will be able to reach your hand between the fender and the rubber elbow. Made it a bit easier to help work the elbow over the airbox.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks for the tip Justin.

[@ian408]

Pretty sweet video!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

We're glad you think so Ian. Thanks for the comment.

[@thenorthshoreinnadmin3116]

Great job

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks! Anwar appreciates it!

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Anwar did an good job

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Yes he did.

[@williamtsol636]

Interesting video ! I definitely won't be doing that to my Betsy !! The three inch hole gave me an anxiety attack !! I had a bong handy though !! It's all good ! 🤙

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Yeah William, it's not for the faint of heart when you see that hole saw going through your fender. You're all in at that point.

[@timmacrobert11]

Thanks again for one more excellent video. I ordered a snorkel on ebay 4 days ago and it arrived from Malaysia today! Though most will install for the coolness factor, I will be mounting one to limit the dust from the backroads that I frequent... and to prevent mice (nasty, bad gollum) from crawling into the airbox to nest, tearing up the filter and choking off air intake. Will be installing shortly however I am concerned with using RTV silicone as it will make it very tough to remove the airbox like for example when routinely cleaning the MAF (Mass Air Flow) sensor. The video on O2 Sensor Replacement shows how to clean the MAF sensor for a 96-98 4Runner where you need to remove the airbox to get to the MAF sensor. If you are having a warm engine non-starting issue, the MAF sensor might be the culprit. Seeing how hard it was to get the airbox connection to the snorkel (Seannie's "special" technique aside), I am thinking the RTV will make a pick tool technique tres difficile. A tightened hose clamp should suffice no? Its not like the connections need to stay watertight for 15 minutes to make code. Is it possible to just cut the OEM tube to length and fit a small portion of the shortened rubber elbow as a splice between the snorkel and OEM tube? With one inch of overlap, the diameter of the splice will be maintained even under max boost (from the supercharger!) and the original design parameters for the OEM tube is maintained all the way to the snorkel. I am also wondering about attaching the snorkel with double sided tape rather than drilling rustable drill holes (rust is an issue for some of us). for example : www.amazon.com/dp/B005SRA7X0/ref=dp_cerb_2. I know some have used the tape on the A pillar. If you have ever waded through a crossing, you will know it is water thrown around throughout the engine bay by the fan that is the real enemy and with the deckplate mod, your air intake will be just fine.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

You are correct that using RTV will make removing the air box more difficult. If you're worried about being able to get the MAF sensor off, you can easily remove the cruise control box to give yourself the necessary room to get in there with a screwdriver to remove it off the air tube. But, if you're worried about the need to get the air box easier, don't use the RTV. The RTV is just extra insurance to make more of a water proof seal. I'm not sure what you're talking about with the splice. Watching Anwar install this on my rig, you have to push the snorkel with a fair amount of force towards the A-pillar to get it riveted. Double sided tape just doesn't seem like it would hold firm enough. There is also the issue if you hook a tree or bush branch while 4wheeling. If you only have double sided tape holding it, you could end up with body damage as the pipe would act like a long lever putting force on the fender. If you silicone the holes, I don't see an issue with rust. But, if you try out the double sided tape, let us know how it works out for you.

[@timmacrobert11]

@@TimmyTheToolman Good points. I will probably bolt the snorkel to the A pillar but will utilize a 2 sided foam tape as a gasket and adhesion for the rest of the snorkel. The splice I am referring to is has to do with the OEM duct assembly and elbow piece. Rather than use the rubber elbow piece as per your video, I wonder if it is possible to utilize the existing OEM assembly (part # 53807-35020) by keeping the OEM elbow and airbox in place and cutting a portion of the OEM duct assembly to length to butt up close to the snorkel. A small length of the rubber connection tube could then be cut and pushed over the duct assembly at one end and the snorkel at the other essentially forming a splice between the two. Airbox would not need to be removed and a piece of PVC pipe would not be required if the overlap of the spice is 1.5'" or less. This would only work of course if the OEM assembly OD is close to the rubber splice ID which is what I really am asking I guess.

[@joeldiaz853]

Anwar where you at yo!!! Me wants this in my life!!! Great job as always guys!!!

[@anwaral-janabi1309]

I’m in SoCal, you can contact me through Facebook or Instagram @EXPL4R

[@TimmyTheToolman]

You should!

[@edwardahleman5400]

Hey Timmy. I hope you’re doing well. I have been a fan of yours for a while now with your videos having helped many of my Toyota operations. I currently have a 98 5 speed that is acting up. I bought it probably 3 months ago now and it drove fine for the first month or so minus a sticking clutch which has been fixed. It started driving weird some time ago by basically redlining at about 2,000 RPMs and it would also shake and lunge if you tried to get past that RPM. I replaced spark plugs, wires, coil packs, and fuel filter with no solution. Well one night I checked the fuel line by cracking it open a bit. Nothing came out. Bad fuel pump it seemed. Swapped that for a new one and then the car wouldn’t start. I had been speculating a bad crankshaft position sensor before that but a new one didn’t fix it so I put the old one back in. After a lot of forum reading and video watching I got a new camshaft position sensor and put that in as well as the crankshaft position sensor and car started. Well I got it out on the road and did a turn in second and it stalled. It was weird because I wasn’t really slow enough for it to stall. Anyway on the way back to carport it stalled a few more times, even in neutral. When I go to start it it fires up and idles for a while. I guess right when it gets up to regular temperature, it stalls. It will start again when it’s up to temperature but will stall soon after. Something weird about the idle is that it will sort of fluctuate a bit more than I think is normal, but my dad says it’s normal. Something good is that it is giving a code. P1300. A strange one that usually leads to an ignitor. Swapped it for one with the same model number and stuff from my dads car and still the same code. I looked at the harmonic balancer and it doesn’t have any play. I have checked most of the wires and plugs running all over the place and relays and I haven’t run into anything suspicious. The injectors also sound fine. I’ve gotten a stethoscope to listen to them and they each sound rhythmic. I’m stumped. And so are my researchers (parents). Any help would be appreciated. Thank you

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Hey Ed, sounds like you've been going through it with your rig. The IAC controls air to the engine at idle and under deceleration. Maybe something is going hay wire with the IAC at operating temp but it functions fine when it's colder. I'm not an expert at diagnosing problems like this and I would be doing the same thing you're doing by doing plenty of research and eliminating things that are probable causes of the problem.

[@edwardahleman5400]

Timmy The Toolman hey again. Feels like it’s been a minute. I’m still stumped. I did the timing belt in hopes something was off with the timing but no. IAC is good, all clean and opening and closing fine. No vacuum leaks. VPS seems fine from what I can tell. I’m really stumped. Please send any ideas!

[@turnah8242]

Hey Timmy, huge fan. You have 'walked me through' repairs I never thought I could do. I've watched most if not all of your uploads. I'm about to change the gear oil in the rear diff. I know it is a simple job but I wanted to see you work your magic. I could have sworn you uploaded a rear diff oil change video but can't seem to find it. I remember that procedure does appear in the bigger / longer, axle seal replacement video. But didn't you produce a 'stand alone' rear diff oil change video?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Hey Tim, good to know our videos have given you the confidence to perform jobs you thought were above your ability. I think you're finding turning wrenches isn't that hard. If you have the right information and the right tools, you can do most of your own work. Renewing the rear differential gear oil was part of our 30,000 Mile Service video. It covers replacing most of the fluids on the rig. Here's a link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/l2mUmmR5lt6Zlas If you open the video description, we provide quick links to different parts of the video. The rear differential gear oil changing starts at 32 minutes and 49 seconds.

[@turnah8242]

@@TimmyTheToolman Many thanks

[@turnah8242]

Thanks for restoring my sanity. I knew I had seen you perform that process. I wanted to make a request for a future video. I understand the concepts of toe, camber and caster. It would be beneficial if we all had a 'Timmy certified' tutorial video breaking down those (3) concepts. It takes a bit of analysis to grasp exactly what caster is doing. And what burns my bacon is the KZbinrs posting up hack videos claiming that they are able to modify caster. One guy claims he can use extreme adjustments in the camber to actually modify caster. It is shaky (dangerous) advice at best. I realize that caster was designed into my 3rd Gen by the engineers over in Japan. Of course the one exception would be when an owner installs those ball joints that allow you to actually move the caster. And there's your next sic mod video, ball joints that allow for adjustable caster. As always, thanks for everything.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@turnah8242 You're welcome Tim. It's cool to know you're learning from our videos and we appreciate you taking the time to comment.

[@ycombooks]

hi I saw the video as an excellent explanation Any recommendation which snorkel I can use for Chevrolet trailblazer 2006 ?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Yaron Zarum we do not have a recommendation for your specific vehicle

[@dudebruhdude]

Thanks for posting that! I'm sure I'll be doin that mod soon....and....where's the engine start up..I'm curious if it muffles or changes the sound at all...

[@TimmyTheToolman]

The engine sounds exactly the same. All you're doing is raising the air intake from inside the fender to the top of the A-pillar. It's not like removing the stock air tube that has the resonator box and putting in it's place one of those Airaid straight pipe intakes that makes a pretty significant sound change to your engine.

[@andyalmoty271]

انور احلا معلم

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Yes, I agree, Anwar is a good teacher.

[@TheTriumph1966]

This is such a great video, thanks for the in depth installation procedure! I was wondering if anybody knows how long the length of the 1.5" PVC pipe is (the plastic pipe that is inserted into the elbow to prevent it from collapsing)?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Glad you like the video. I would cut the pipe long enough that it supports the straight section but doesn't extend into the 90 degree turn.

[@crazyscotsman1976]

Sweet, just what i needed. Mine came in yesterday from Australia and i need to install on my 97 3rd gen. I use my bush rig here in Supernatural British Columbia Canada for wildlife photography and definitely needed. Curious, what rack your using on yer rig. I like the set up.and legth. Thanks lads, so greatful that there was an install tut.on exactly the same kit and 3rd

[@TimmyTheToolman]

The rack I have on my rig is custom but it was modeled after the Gobi rack. So, if you want a production rack like mine, Gobi would be your choice. They are pretty pricey and the wait time is pretty long. Good luck with the snorkel install.

[@crazyscotsman1976]

@@TimmyTheToolman ahhh ok, ya gobi way over priced and being in bc Canada, we get raped on duties and exchange rate. I just put a curtis style on with two extensions for now to I build my aluminum one. Cheers matey. Gonna tackle it here in next few days and ill report back. Got to fix rear window control modul that shit the bed yesterday 1st, if i can get one local. Love the KZbin videos you make for us. Keep up the super great job ya do, sure helpful

[@twistingterrain7748]

I did two changes to mine. 1. I put a gasket around the snorkel where it meets the body so dirt and crude doesn’t get behind it. 2. The rubber elbow on mine wasn’t long enough so I made my own which I like better cause it’s secure and has a larger opening

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks for sharing. What rubber piece did you purchase to make your own? That sounds cool! You do know that dirt gets behind that fender area as evidenced by the fact the air filter gets dirty with the old air intake system? I guess because of that gap on the front where the snorkel meets the body you're worried about debris, maybe mud getting in through there? I could see some grit could make it's way in there. The snorkel fits tight to the body on the top and bottom sides so it's just that front corner. I've heard some guys have fashioned some type of molding to insert in that gap and that would be another way to prevent crud from getting in there. Or possibly from your tire inside the wheel well. That's interesting your rubber elbow wasn't long enough. Ours was plenty long to get a good connection with the snorkel and sit well in the body opening to the air box. The elbow only has to fit over the snorkel by a couple inches so you can get the hose clamp in place and securely attach the elbow to the snorkel. I guess the manufacturer sent you a defective elbow.

[@solocbr2001]

TIm can you tell me the best setup for a 2nd gen 4runner with a 3.4L swap instead of the intake being on the left hand side it needs to be on the right now thanks for any advice or tips you can give to me in advance 🤙

[@TimmyTheToolman]

We're not familiar with 2nd Gen 4runners but I imagine your search for a snorkel that will work for you application might be problematic because any snorkel made for the 2nd Gen would have a left side snorkel. Your best bet might be asking this question on T4R.org in the "Classic" section of the forum.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

I would love to buy this kit but I don't have a stock air box installed on mine no more I have a Cold Air Intake by Volant won't work with my Cold air intake

[@TimmyTheToolman]

I reckon it wouldn't work because of that.

[@bbmm4054]

Hey Tim once again a great video and big thanx to your team as well. I’m looking to buy and install a snorkel on my 3rd Gen 4runner year 2000 limited. I like this one you’ve got installed as it’s cheaper and seem to be nice too. Just need to confirm the part number so I can buy from eBay: ? or ? Which one is correct for my 3rd Gen runner? Again, much appreciate all your help.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

We provide links in the video description. You can expand the video description by clicking on "Show More". Good luck with the snorkel install.

[@bbmm4054]

@@TimmyTheToolman you’re always helpful, Tnx so much and all the best

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@bbmm4054 You're very welcome. Sean and I are here to help.

[@flavionavar3631]

Great video! Wish you’d put this out a year ago. I too own a 98 runner limited with factory Elocker. Any who, I took mine off recently because I had to replace the air filter box. The original cracked in several places after being involved in an accident. My question is, instead of riveting the snorkel onto the A pillar, do you think it’s a good idea to use self tapping screws? I go wheeling often and since the accident, I beat it, not baby it. Lol.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

I think a rivet would be better. I don't think that A-pillar metal is very thick for a self-tapping screw to bite securely into and not strip out. A rivet would guarantee to hold really well, and if it ever failed, you'd just drill it out and install another one.

[@flavionavar3631]

Timmy The Toolman Thanx man. I trust your advice. Time to look around for a rivet gun.

[@grindnails69]

Are these back up on Amazon? Last i checked, they were sold out indefinitely. I hope i can get my hands on one! Thanks for making this video 👍

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Check the links we provide in the video description. From what we have found, you can find them on Amazon and Ebay. You just might have to wait a while to get one.

[@joshuahsublett8482]

We bought one on ebay this week. It said it would be getting here in september or october, and it came in yesterday. Like 6 days

[@ls_gill1582]

Timmy ima head over too San Jose now so you can help me install mine haha I’m 30 minutes away man!👌🏼

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Well, I don't know about that but you can certainly attend our next party since you're so close. We do video invites to our parties so you'll be notified if you're subscribed to our channel. Also, if you have a job we haven't filmed yet, we very well might be interested in helping you with it and making a video.

[@ls_gill1582]

Timmy The Toolman haha thanks Timmy I’m honestly really interested in the meet up! I do most of my work tho! 23 and I got a lot to learn! Just did my lower and up Control arm bushings rack and pinion bushings and inner and outer tierod ends! I’d be happy to meet up tho! I also got some steel planted that my brother can get so maybe I can bring a few for your press! I use them on the same press you got! Look forward to it man! Thanks for all you do.

[@mark2073]

Cool sic mod. I have mine waiting to go in. I can handle drilling through a replaceable fender but I don't think I could drill into the A pillar, I'd try to adhere it with double sided tape or something. A couple more comments: It looks like that pipe goes in all the way to the bottom of the elbow right? If that's the case it's restricting air flow since it takes up a certain amount of area but it dead heads at the end of the elbow. In that case I'd cut a big hole out of the side of it at the end where it hits the end of the elbow so the pipe can actually carry air. And the elbow going through the big 3.5" hole, it looks like it is rubbing against the edge of that hole and will chaffe. I'd put some protective edge material on it to protect it.

[@anwaral-janabi1309]

mark2073 good point on the pvc pipe! I have had my snorkel for over 25k miles with hard wheeling and a ton of washboards, the elbow has no signs of severe wear but nothings wrong with taking some extra precautions

[@TimmyTheToolman]

It's not easy to see in the video because it's a black pipe in a black elbow but the end of the 1.5" ABS pipe doesn't hit the corner of the elbow flush blocking off air flow. It touches the corner but air can still easily flow through if that makes sense because it's not meeting at a perfect 90 degree making a seal on the elbow. Cutting a side hole in the pipe would be extra insurance though and something to consider. As for the A-pillar, the way the snorkel is molded, it's takes a fair amount of force to push it over to the pillar to be affixed with rivets. Will double-sided tape hold strong enough? Maybe, but if you wheel your rig, a branch could hook the snorkel, ripping it away from the A-pillar and then that long lever hooked to the branch could cause you fender damage and/or the snorkel cracks. In response to the chaffing of the snorkel in the 3.5" hole, once the snorkel is securely affixed to the fender and the A-pillar, there should be zero movement. You need movement for chaffing to occur so I don't believe this is a valid concern. As long as the mounting nuts are tight holding the snorkel to the body, the snorkel will not move on the fender causing chaffing at the 3.5" hole. Thanks for this comment because I think others might have similar concerns.

[@mark2073]

@@TimmyTheToolman Yeah that's what I'd worry about with double sided tape, a branch might rip it off especially where I live.

[@johnreynolds7855]

Tim, Can you please provide what pre filter kit you used for this application?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Hey John, check the video description. The links to all the parts and tools we used for the job are listed in there.

[@TheMrhick92]

Ordered it right before watching this

[@TimmyTheToolman]

We hope this video successfully installs that bad boy with ease! #sicmods

[@TheMrhick92]

@@TimmyTheToolman only issue i have no place seems to have big enough hole saw but since i have trimmed my fenders to clear 35s i dont have to remove the inner fender or flare

[@chadboer1879]

I have an 02 I put this kit on. I noticed 2 very small weep holes in the bottom of the air box. I assume I should seal those with rtv?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Well, if you do that, then you really need to put sealant on the air box cover because that's not water tight either. Hopefully during a water crossing you don't get stuck and are sitting still in deep water for a long time which would allow water to bubble up through those holes. If water gets in through the snorkel, like during a rain storm, sealing those holes means water can't drain out and you'll eventually swamp your air filter.

[@jeffguia7371]

@anwar I have a 87 pickup carburetor any recommendation which snorkel I can use that is affordable.

[@anwaral-janabi1309]

jeff guia I used to have a 79 4x4 pickup that was carbureted. I remember seeing a couple of people that got some sort of kit to seal up the carburetor, they then used a universal flexible air duct hose to connect the carb to the snorkel. From what I’ve seen, ARB makes one for your truck, if that doesn’t work out for you then I would check eBay. Worst case scenario you COULD always make a “custom” one using PVC pipe, I’ve seen them work with no issues but it just doesn’t look good in my opinion...

[@PaulieWalnutss]

I would definitely spend a little more and get a better quality kit there are to many fit and finish inconsistencies with this kit the topper was the 1.5 " pvc to prevent collapse of the hose bend

[@TimmyTheToolman]

There's pluses and minuses to the kits that will work on these rigs. The more expensive ARB snorkel has more connections thus more chance for leaks. So, you make a valid point but stuffing a pipe into the elbow, or putting chicken wire in there like others have done to prevent it from collapsing wouldn't stop me from installing this snorkel. Anyway, to each his own I reckon. I think you're only choice is the ARB snorkel that sells for over $400. Anwar has been able to find the Hilux 167 snorkel for sale from one Ebay seller for $75. If you install the ARB snorkel, let us know how it goes for you.

[@moneysaversilver]

What would really be cool for that snorkel be able to adapt and cold air intake filter like a K&N to the top instead of that dust bowl

[@TimmyTheToolman]

That K&N filter would get clogged up very quickly, in my opinion. The bowl is a pre-filter to keep the OEM air filter cleaner for longer.

[@fabianromo4445]

Hey Timmy I myself also have a 1999 Toyota 4runner. near to the end of the video I saw the roof rack on the 4runner “thule” how long is the roof rack, how much did it cost and where did you get it?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Hey Fabian, that roof rack isn't made by Thule. Only the wind deflector is made by Thule. The rack was custom made by a guy in Los Angeles. I bought it from a guy who had it made but then decided to go with a Rocky Mountain rack instead. The guy who built it basically mimicked the Gobi roof rack design. I paid the guy $750 for it. The guy who built it doesn't mass produce these. He just made it for this guy as a custom project.

[@fabianromo4445]

Oh OK that makes sense lol I really like your set up you have on your 4runner especially the new snorkel video. I have 399,348 miles on my 4runner it was time I change the fuel filter lol done a lot of upgrades because of your videos really helps a lot thank you Tim !

[@G35Jeesh]

Can you skip the stock airbox and go with straight piping ?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

If you did that, you wouldn't have any filtration of the air going into your engine.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

That pre filter is way nicer then the scoop

[@TimmyTheToolman]

We agree with you Antonio.

[@gunsfishand4x4]

I run both I get better power with the scoop due to ramming the air in. The pre filter catches more dirt and water but it vortexes the air in and I don’t experience the same throttle response at high speed.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@gunsfishand4x4 Thanks for sharing your experience Chase.

[@mikee5076]

Prefilter on the snokel lowers the efficiency by 30 to 40 percent.. only use it if you are in sandy like in desert for example.. anything beyond that you choke the engine. Gas engine doesnt have the intake suction as a diesel engine.. there is many write ups on it.. I have snokel on tacoma and on my fj cruiser.. Only unit I found that was www.turboprecleaner.com/products/turbo-ii This is a self cleaning unit..

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

@@gunsfishand4x4 thanks you chase for your experiences and knowledge

[@maddy6764]

I want oneeee but I don’t have a rivet gun, any workaround there?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Not really. Just buy a rivet gun. We link one in the video description. They are not that expensive and handy to have around.

[@aemravan]

gotta love Jesus casually sitting in the background watching him torch away lol.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Jesus saves.

[@gunsfishand4x4]

Let us know if you end up filling that little front gap with anything? Also the elbow took us well over an hour being 40 degrees outside at midnight lol

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Sean or Anwar did say some guys have put some type of material at the front to fill that gap so I'll ask both of these guys for clarification on that option. Yeah, I bet cold temps aren't the right time to fight that elbow.

[@marcuspalau8327]

Don't you think it would be smart to create a more watertight seal on the air box where the flap opens up to change your air filter for deep water crossings? Im going to do my snorkel in a few days here. Just wanted to hear your word on it

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Some guys have done that but then you have to break that seal every time you change the air filter. Also, there's actually a drain on the bottom of that air box that lets moisture out. You would have to seal that as well. This sealing of the air box on the bottom has actually caused an issue with guys who have the snorkel intake facing forward. In a rain storm, water enters the snorkle pipe, travels into the air box and now has nowhere to drain out because the drain was sealed and it ends up swamping the air filter. The idea is to get through the crossing quickly and hopefully not have to sit idle in deep water for too long where water will eventually work it's way into things you don't want it to.

[@marcuspalau8327]

​@@TimmyTheToolman Thank you for responding. This is very beneficial to me. I'm going to try to come up with a design where the drain hole has a screw on/screw off plug. Aside from that, I'm sure the 'crossings' would be quick and hopefully not stuck at idle, as you mentioned. I think sealing the air box would be ideal, but it's already pretty high up where the latch hangs, so I'm thinking of changing the drain hole at the bottom to a screw on screw off plug.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@marcuspalau8327 Sounds good. Good luck with the mod.

[@pauloramirez8216]

I wonder if this can fit on a 2000-2004 tacoma.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Check this one out as another option for your platform www.ebay.com/itm/324238834132?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=4LoaV7M6QcG&sssrc=2349624&ssuid=e_IsYEe6QJa&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

[@Matt-oe6ul]

Probably a dumb question but what about going through a car wash? Will water get inside?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

I wouldn't go through an automated car wash with a snorkel. I wouldn't trust that one of the rotating washing brushes wouldn't rip it off and also water being forced down the tube is another concern.

[@Just_kody]

Do you think this would work on a 96 T100 Sr5 I have the same motor but as far as body would it work?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Don't know. You could contact the seller of the snorkel and ask them.

[@Just_kody]

@@TimmyTheToolman okay thank you

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@Just_kody You're welcome.

[@JuanMartinez-we2wo]

Hey Timmy how do you do on a diesel 4runner because the air filter element is different

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Don't know Juan. Neither Anwar or I have done one on a diesel.

[@JuanMartinez-we2wo]

Timmy The Toolman how could I send you a photo to show you how it looks like ???

[@JuanMartinez-we2wo]

Or maybe a video call?

[@vonzipper2712]

Timmy I want put this on my Tacoma however this is madness... how does the snorkel come with a template that is incorrect? After watching this video I think the only way I’m getting one is if Anwar installs mine personally... He is legit...

[@TimmyTheToolman]

the quality control from manufacturers in certain areas of the world isn't equal with what we expect from most products we buy. We show you everything you need to do to be successful & punching some holes into a piece of paper is easy. but having someone like Anwar who has done dozens of these is a good investment over the headache of doing it yourself.

[@longbinh2183]

Tim mayyyy

[@TimmyTheToolman]

That's me.

[@ML-dl1cp]

long shot here: Do you still have the template? I found a complete used snorkel locally but the only "part" missing is the paper template. I just want to make sure I drill that first pilot hole (for the 3 1/2" hole) in the exact spot. Anyone reading this want to see me their used template?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

This is a good question. We have an unused template. Maybe we could copy that somehow and add a link to the PDF in the video description.

[@ML-dl1cp]

@@TimmyTheToolman Thanks! Check your Insta.....

[@TheArrowkarts]

Does this work for a right hand drive?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

TheArrowkarts if you have a 5vz-fe motor then yes it would work. It’s not dependent on what side of the vehicle the steering wheel is, it depends on the type of engine you have because this engine has the air box of the left side of the vehicle. What engine type does your truck have?

[@moviefanatic3656]

Hey Tim, needed your advice for a 2000 4Runner, 3RZ. Anyway you can send me a PM?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Send me an email with what you need help with. [e-mail]

[@israelrodriguez6986]

Even though your friend knows what he’s doing, it seems hard for me to make that kind of drilling into the body, even though it’s necessary.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

It is a bit nerve racking because if you screw up, you're going to be very unhappy. If you get the template in place correctly, you're golden.

[@cacmpainter6933]

The big hole what measure does it have?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

3 5/8"

[@cacmpainter6933]

@@TimmyTheToolman I will be served by a 4" saw

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@cacmpainter6933 OK, cut a 4" hole.

[@ndeeeed]

1:16 Timmy the tool man hot tub after party lmao

[@TimmyTheToolman]

That's Sean humor.

[@robfox5562]

👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks for the OK Rob.

[@manologuajardo6981]

3 years later I used this video to install a snorkel on my 3rd gen, I ended up putting the rubber elbow on the air box out side of the car

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Since making this video, I've removed the air box a few times. It's not horrible to get that rubber elbow back onto the air once you get your technique down. I use a hose pick tool to assist me

[@henrymenendez7655]

do you live the pvc pipe in ?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Yes, you leave it in.

[@henrymenendez7655]

@@TimmyTheToolman that doesn’t affect airflow into the throttle body?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@henrymenendez7655 No, it doesn't.

[@Patrick.Weightman]

Do you have any experience chasing P0325/P0330? If so might make for a good video. Seems like a common gremlin with very little information on how to solve it outside from one or two tries.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

No, we don't have experience with diagnosing and fixing this CEL. I imagine one day we will though.

[@Patrick.Weightman]

@@TimmyTheToolman Well I look forward to it! I'm trying to do my part, I have a T4R thread up right now about fixing it, since seemingly not many people have provided much info (username's Devbot, if you see me around). It's been quite the trip, but I'm certainly not as experienced as you guys. 300k seems like the birthplace of gremlins. Thanks for the reply Tim, I appreciate all the help you've given us

[@jedmedin5852]

What‽ No video of you causing around the mall‽ Gotta prove yourself, Tim!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Good point Jed. I should have done some glamore shots of my suspension articulated on a speed bump and me with a double late in my hand. We also could have shot on a rainy day of me negotiating the mall parking lots puddles with my new snorkel to keep me from getting stuck.

[@jedmedin5852]

@@TimmyTheToolman Haha, I like it! After this Covid thing settles down I'd like to come to your next get together. I live up near Redding and it won't be to long of a drive for me.

[@FirstnameLastname-ni9uh]

34:34 hahahahahau CHYNAH

[@TimmyTheToolman]

That's Sean humor.

[@sealcycle2020]

kinda funny how they put the red loctite in a blue bottle and the blue loctite in a red bottle

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Yeah, what's up with that. I guess they like contrasting colors.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

The drilling is making me Cringe

[@TimmyTheToolman]

It made me cringe a little too but Anwar knows what he's doing with these installs.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

@@TimmyTheToolman I don't know if I could even drill into mine just love the body lines I would more likely try to find a used quarter panel and drill that then drill mine incase I ever want to remove it

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@AntonioClaudioMichael It's definitely not for everyone. I'm more of a utility guy than a looks guy so it doesn't bother me at all. But, I actually like the way it looks on my rig.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

@@TimmyTheToolman one of these days I got to drive out there for one of your gatherings and Bring Sky with me i totaly understand being a utility guy I am as well but I just love the body lines that the truck was given kinda like looking at art same with like older 50s chevys the body lines and overall look of the vehicle is what is beautiful i have done a crap ton of mods to my 4runner never drilled into it though lol I'm sure installing a snorkel would help me a crap ton just hard for me to drill into a 20 year old vehicle that I see as perfect body wise

[@TheMultisportGeek]

The other mall crawlers are going to be peanut butter and jealous.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Yep, Mall Crawler Envy for sure!