Rugged Ridge AmFib Snorkel HOW TO INSTALLATION on a Jeep JL Wrangler or JT Gladiator Truck

[@thendino1]

Wow. You're the only person who made a video where an amateur like myself could actually follow from beginning to end without any doubts!

[@wayalife]

Thank you. Truly flattered you would say as much and I'm glad to know that I could be of help :)

[@kylehicks5673]

I honestly don’t like the look of most snorkels but Rugged Ridge knocked it out of the park with this one. The two different positions and it looks so good.

[@wayalife]

The low mounted version was exceptionally well done and very factory like.

[@BuiltForDirt]

The low snorkel looks great, the high set up looks good as well. I really like the versatility of being able to switch between high and low.

[@wayalife]

The best part is, you can literally make the change in about 1 minute.

[@osrr6422]

I understand the utility of the high mount but, I agree with Eddie on the low mount, if you're in water deep enough for the low mount to be an issue, you got bigger problems.

[@BuiltForDirt]

OS RR Very true

[@emu4wd]

OS RR maybe not so much the depth but perhaps the splash...

[@aron6998]

OS RR high mount is more for dust than water though I believe the low mount is good for those mall crawlers bc it would allow more dust in than the high mount and we all know those mall crawlers only deal with city smog lol

[@JLURBilletSilverMetallic]

Thanks Eddie for being so thorough in your instructions for installs...it makes it so easy for us newbies to do alot of mods ourselves!

[@wayalife]

I'm really happy to hear that our videos are helpful to you. :)

[@lpis45]

Your how to video are the best on KZbin. Great job

[@wayalife]

lpis45 thank you, we’re so happy that you’d say as much. 😊

[@shanemartinson5006]

that has to be the easiest snorkel to install I've ever seen for a jeep, great video

[@wayalife]

It really is crazy fast and easy to install.

[@9929kingfish]

Shane Martinson Eddie makes everything look easy.

[@pennypackmtb2542]

@@9929kingfish He knows his stuff, but that snorkel does look easy except that thing behind the radiator he had to remove.

[@jthor8373]

Compare this installation to the one Rugged Ridge made for the JK it's a walk in the park. The installation for the JK version was a nightmare!

[@rkendsley7561]

This video is the one that convinced me to get the RR AmFib Snorkel. LOVE IT! I switch back and forth from Snorkel to Cold Air side cowl intake. I really liked the idea of not having to cut a hole in the side of the hood and the install was very easy. If you've done any kind of installs of anything on a vehicle, this is simple. One thing I did pick up from another install video was to rotate the clamps so the screw adjustment is under the intake tunnel, this keeps you from scraping your arms or snagging your shirt on the worm screws. Also, I've seen the exterior snorkel and cowl parts painted to match the jeep from another YT video, and it looks super sharp. One thing that also should be mentioned, do not tighten the clamps too tight (What me?), especially if you live in a warm climate, as the plastic on the connectors will deform. I did that, but with a little careful use of a heat gun was able to get them back into the proper shape. A suggestion is that RR beef up the plastic connectors where the rubber tunnel connects with a thin metal strip on the inside of the tunnel that is pop rivetted to the plastic to reduce the likelihood of the tunnel deforming from someone tightening too much on the worm screws. I'm thinking of trying the metal strip myself if I see the plastic deform again. As for a lightbar, I've purchased, not yet installed, an interior light bar that mounts on the inside of the windshield looking out, because of the roof mounted lightbar support conflict, to reduce road noise (More aerodynamic) and well, I liked the stealthiness of the interior lightbar (One less item to snag on tree limbs and one less thing for "sticky hands" to snag from your rig). Don't know how LEOs will view the legality of a lightbar not being covered on road, it's technically not an "exterior" light, but does shine to the outside, I guess I will find out soon.

[@lowranceajl123]

Too many people would've just said "for our appication" and did whichever they would be using. You took the time to do both and just know it us much appreciated 👍👌

[@wayalife]

Thank you. We're so glad to hear someone out there appreciates our efforts :)

[@1ironbelle]

The fact that you didn't have to cut up the Jeep is very appealing. Good looking Gladiator.

[@wayalife]

Thanks and yes, it really is nice that cutting of the hood or body wasn't required for this.

[@StormbornJKU]

I don’t have a JL or a JT and I never plan on running a snorkel on any of my rigs, and yet I still watched the entire video. Good stuff!

[@wayalife]

LOL - thank you. We're glad you could enjoy it none the less :)

[@frankansley7941]

Love the look of the low snorkel. You are correct it does look factory! Thanks for the video and the good camera work.

[@wayalife]

Happy to hear you liked what you saw and thank you :)

[@invasion1824]

This is the clearest RR snorkel installation online! Amazing

[@wayalife]

Great to hear!

[@robertalonzo5725]

Please stop making these awesome videos! You are costing me a fortune! Seriously, i enjoy the detail and flow. That’s 2 items i will be buying next.

[@wayalife]

LOL - sorry about that :)

[@AKArusty]

I was waiting for this install video. Thank you for taking the time to show both options, high and low. I think i will make this snorkel will be my next mod!! You guys are the best!!

[@wayalife]

Awesome! So glad that we could help you to make a decision :)

[@philliprollman7421]

I just put this snorkel on my jl today..I found my new go to KZbin jeep videos 👍thank you love your videos and very professional and detailed I just ran a longer tube with the value on the end for easy access..well take care and thanks again

[@wayalife]

Awesome! Thank you! Glad our video was helpful to you.

[@ryannewazada2102]

Truly awesome 👌. This is another brilliant way to have the cold air intake to the Gladiator, and this prevents the water from damaging the engine as well. You processed this quickly and efficiently with prudence and patience. Great job. 👍👍👍👍🤙🤙🤙🤙🤜🤛🙌

[@wayalife]

Thank you. We're so happy to hear you enjoyed our video.

[@danboldt]

You make excellent videos. Clear, informative, entertaining, and fantastic editing.

[@wayalife]

Thank you very much! We're so happy to hear you enjoy our videos.

[@toddkelly75]

Thanks for the video. Great quality as always. Just installed mine. Never looked at instructions. Just watched your video and had all required tools laid out night before delivery. Great work.

[@wayalife]

LOL - glad to know that our video was helpful to you 👍

[@firemanprice]

Hey Todd quick question for you. I just ordered mines, did yours come with needed caps to seal the box or was yours also a preproduction unit ?

[@toddkelly75]

@@firemanprice Yes.....it had everything needed.

[@firemanprice]

@@toddkelly75 Great, how’s it holding up for you any problems or concerns with it ?

[@toddkelly75]

@@firemanprice No concerns.

[@fordwzrd236]

The way you have an eye on detail, tools, cleanliness and steps of R&I is impeccable. Your my go to guy when I buy something for my JL. I wish you luck and success. Only if you sold clothes for 4xlt. Lol.

[@wayalife]

We're truly humbled that you would say as much, thank you. As far as cloths go, I'm pretty sure 4XL is offered wayalife.myspreadshop.com/men+t-shirts?q=P22

[@fordwzrd236]

Oh my brother from another mother. I’m a 4XLT. NOT JUST A 4xl. I have a belly to cover haha. Between you and Ozark overland Adventures why would I trust anyone else for advice, R & I and recommended parts to use. I would work with you in a heartbeat. Just installed a cheesemaster snorkel on my JL. Can’t afford the real deal. But the install was exactly the same.

[@Oliver-pl5sk]

Very modular concept, just love it. The low profile snorkel fit looked nice, but the high fit looks great, the JEEP is a beast and looks gorgeous.

[@thomasmanson4497]

Hey buddy, you saved me a bunch of work. I was really dreading moving my winch to install the snorkel!. I’m gonna pull that little lower air tube out as you did anyway, just because..., but I’m sure glad I didn’t have to move my winch (or front bumper). Thanks a bunch!

[@wayalife]

Glad I could help

[@TheCamRonG1993]

Great video. If you've ever seen someone do Cape York in Australia, you'll understand why you really want this to be waterproof. Considering you can't really legally run 40's here (only 2 inchs bigger than stock) and maximum a 2 inch lift (although people run bigger) the higher and more waterproof you can get that snorkel, the better. Great product, appreciate the level of detial provided in the video.

[@wayalife]

Yeah, not really an issue here in the USA but I could see the need for it in your neck of the woods. Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@michaelherrell5381]

All of your shows are educational, easy to understand. Due to you I have done some add one to my JL and plane to due more. Thanks

[@wayalife]

We're so happy to hear you say as much and glad to know our videos have been helpful to you 👍

[@eugeneenslow8563]

And the best thing about Rugged Ridge is they make a snorkel kit for my Jeep Commander‼️👍👍

[@deusdeditrodriguez4301]

YOU'RE THE BEST MAN..GOOD JOB AND INTELLIGENT PRACTICAL AND LOGIC TIPS.

[@wayalife]

LOL - I appreciate it, thank you :)

[@hambone4402]

This DIY was perhaps the best one I’ve seen on KZbin. You have earned another subscriber. About the snorkel, I haven’t watched a lot of installation videos with other brands, but this is the only one I’ve seen in which you don’t have to drill holes or cut into the vehicle. By the way, your Jeep is exceptionally nice, one of the best I’ve seen.

[@wayalife]

So glad to hear you enjoyed our video and thank you for subscribing 😎

[@dennisr7452]

The low profile looks great. Your video shows how easy the Rgged Ridge snorkel is to install. Even I could do the install. Thanks for posting, I enjoy your channel.

[@wayalife]

Awesome, we're so glad we could share this with you and that you enjoy our channel :)

[@SpringMtnHiker]

What a fantastic How-To video! I wish more people that posted these types of videos on KZbin made videos of this quality. Thank you for taking the time to edit this and make it enjoyable to watch.

[@wayalife]

LOL - if they did, you wouldn't think anything of this one. Glad you enjoyed it :)

[@JustinKingOffroad]

it's almost 100% reversible minus the permanent mod to the bottom of the air box. nice how to man!! good stuff!

[@wayalife]

LOL - It can easily be capped off :)

[@eagle9516]

I have just started modifying my Rubicon Gladiator and this video was very helpful. Great tutorial I am now subscribed.

[@wayalife]

Awesome! Glad to hear it :)

[@DrRafaelMoreno]

Already instaled mine following your instructions, thanks a lot. On the other hand, snorkel has some weak points at the junction between airbox and adaptor and the second one at the High Mount base, both aren't watertight. I know, is not intended for a submarine, but I expected better. I love your videos Eddie and Cindy!

[@wayalife]

Glad we could be of help with our video :)

[@bobcat5412]

Easily one of the best install videos I've ever seen. Great job. Love the low profile look.

[@wayalife]

Thank you. Glad to know we did an okay job of presenting it :)

[@boldrbangr9834]

Great job Eddie! Agree the low pro looks best. Rugged Ridge did an excellent job engineering this set up. The unit serves as a cold air inlet too. Win! Win!

[@wayalife]

Glad you enjoyed the video :)

[@sergiambros4195]

Always wanted to know how one of this snorkels work on a Jeep. Thanks for being so instructive. I never miss any of your installation videos.

[@wayalife]

We're truly flattered. Thank you.

[@rafaelmorenosales3569]

I bought mine last week, but Pre-orders start shipping on February 14th. Can´t wait to install it, thanks a lot for the video!

[@wayalife]

Awesome! Hope our video helps you out :)

[@lifeofajlur2128]

I just discovered this snorkel, then i saw this video. Cheers, and Happy New Year!

[@wayalife]

Awesome, hope you enjoyed the video.

[@lifeofajlur2128]

@@wayalife they all rock \m/

[@martinmessersmith2900]

As always - GREAT tutorial video! I should be receiving mine before the weekend and installing it is on my to-do list. Your install was much more thorough and informational than the others I've already viewed. THANKS!

[@wayalife]

So glad to hear our video was helpful to you.

[@jeeprubicon6650]

Very thorough video and installation. Thank you. I have that now on my vehicle.

[@wayalife]

Glad you found it to be helpful to you.

[@honzikzemanu7915]

great education video. You seem to have a natural talent to walk people through a process and explain everything so well. great job!

[@wayalife]

Thank you, I'm truly flattered that you would say as much.

[@Njello09]

I don’t own a jeep but your unboxing and installs as Legit! Editing and content is on point!

[@wayalife]

LOL - Thank you, we're so glad you enjoy our videos 😊

[@miken9484]

I do like the low profile look best. Very nice 👍

[@wayalife]

It really is clean and factory like.

[@rachelwhite4449]

You’re ready to go for a swim! That low profile looks great! Very clean!

[@wayalife]

LOL - not if I can help it :) Glad you like the look :)

[@bigbearcrouse2801]

I remember this part at SEMA 2018 and couldn't wait till it came out. Time to pull out the tools!

[@wayalife]

Awesome :)

[@jlopes68]

im liking this snorkel a lot! the install looks painless too! will have to add it to the short list!

[@wayalife]

Awesome! Glad we could share it with you :)

[@casey3057]

So much win in this video. Can’t wait to see it in person. Hopefully sooner than later. 🍻

[@wayalife]

Indeed. Hoping to hook up and hit the trails with you soon.

[@adamedgar5765]

i really like that snorkel. Going to source one for my jeep gladiator. Much better than cutting the bonnet.

[@digdug8]

That's a good looking mod. That said, the thought of driving that Gladiator dash-deep into the water makes my stomach hurt. :) Love your channel!

[@wayalife]

LOL - me too. I would seriously prefer not to if I can help it :)

[@feral9er]

This is an amazing walk through and very easy to follow.. Thanks for taking the in between moments to explain and measure.. so so good. SUBSCRIBED!!

[@wayalife]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@mariodesmo]

Now that is a nice looking snorkel. Most other snorkels don't look anywhere as good. One suggestion, I would paint the plastic parts white to match for a stealthy look.

[@wayalife]

It's on the radar and would look nice.

[@melosmoov2u]

I like the low profile snorkel. Looks awesome!!!! Excellent video!!!

[@wayalife]

It really does have a nice factory look. Thanks :)

[@launchone260]

I must say your off road video production is always top notch. You also do some of the best install videos on youtube. Well done man!!!

[@wayalife]

Thank you. Truly flattered you'd say as much. :)

[@launchone260]

@@wayalife It's true....you go over things in such a unique to the point way....all your content is first class all the way.

[@NigelsModellingBench]

Looks cool, and it certainly is watertight. I have one concern and one comment.. My concern is that it's gonna whip around at highway speeds because it's not fixed to the A pillar. My comment is this.. Snorkels are not only fitted to prevent water ingress into the airbox, they are also good to get the air intake up high away from dust blown up by the tyres.

[@wayalife]

You could be right and we'll be testing that out.

[@NigelsModellingBench]

@@wayalife I am right and yes, you should test it lol.

[@samhouston5217]

What a terrific walk through explanation for this install! Well done. Thank you.

[@wayalife]

Glad it was helpful!

[@samhouston5217]

@@wayalife Very. I'm looking at getting that same rugged ridge snork. I'll be referring back to your tutorial for installation. Cheers.

[@muhammadnimji4626]

Great looking snorkel. I like the high set up. Very clean and rugged looking. Eddie, your a pro and make all your installations look really easy! Great work!

[@wayalife]

You're too kind, thank you.

[@jsparris87]

Thank you! I just installed this snorkel and this was my go to instruction video!

[@wayalife]

Awesome! So glad it helped you out :)

[@SCDolphin0]

Excellent video: good Lighting, great videographer and without a lot of crappy music. Keep up the good work

[@wayalife]

Thank you :)

[@yogi6931]

Great vid, you always do a fantastic gob. So you and everyone watching should email Rugged Ridge and ask them to make a low snorkel fake kit for driverside for cosmetics appeal. It would look awesome. kinda like a Hummer

[@wayalife]

LOL - I've had a few people say as much and I think you're on to something.

[@FrancoisTX1974]

Always a pleasure to watch your video. High quality video and great mechanic job.

[@wayalife]

Thank you, we're so glad to hear it and really do appreciate it :)

[@carrdoug99]

Excellent tutorial, and SWEET setup. The low profile would be really nice as a Rubicon factory option.

[@wayalife]

I agree, it would be nice.

[@310to703]

AWESOME I like the sleek look and the look with the snorkel

[@wayalife]

Very cool. Glad you like it :)

[@bryanpetersen1334]

Excellent, top notch video instructions. Thank you very much!

[@wayalife]

Glad you enjoyed it and found it to be helpful 😎

[@ortiz73caify]

Really good looking Gladiator everything looks good on it.

[@wayalife]

Thank you. It's all no frills and utilitarian but we like it that way.

[@markopaape9913]

This Gladiator is SICK!!!!

[@wayalife]

Thank you :)

[@minag9688]

Seriously you make the best videos and deserve wayyyyyy more views and subscribers!! Personally I like the low snorkel because its a cleaner look like you said! Keep it up!!!

[@wayalife]

Thank you. We really are happy that you enjoy our videos and appreciate the kind words.

[@itzreece6347]

I don't have a JL yet but when I do your channel will guide me into mods that are good and also providing me with help into what I would like to add to it. I quickly subbed to your channel and can't wait for any notifications of new ideas and or mods you come across.

[@wayalife]

Awesome! Thank you :)

[@nachovalenti]

Looks so cool and the installation doesn't seem too complicated. Thanks for sharing another great video.

[@wayalife]

It really was a super easy install and the finished product looks very factory. Glad you enjoyed the video :)

[@MikeUtah]

Impressively engineered kit. Would like to see the low snorkel color matched. Most would likely not even notice it being there.

[@wayalife]

Rugged Ridge did this on their SEMA rig. You can see it in our SEMA video.

[@DavidRodriguez-ns8kb]

Hola , me puedes ayudar a saber si este modelo le queda a la JT Mojave 2023, sin necesidad de modificar nada en su instalación??? Saludos, !!! Excelentes tus videos de equipamiento!!! Felicidades

[@richardperez3791]

Always putting out some amazing how-to videos. Thanks for this one and I don't blame Rugged Ridge for sending you free stuff; amazing rig, lots of followers and good videos=free stuff! lol

[@wayalife]

Thank you, so glad to hear you enjoy our videos :)

[@pennypackmtb2542]

I like everything but the top part of the snorkel. A rely thought out product except for that. It just says branch catcher and rip me off. A more angled back one blending into the rest of the tube would solve this. I would buy this product, but modify that head thing. So I guess I need a jeep gladiator first to do it. Thanks Eddie, good to see you recovered from SEMA

[@wayalife]

Thank you and glad you found the video to be informative :)

[@joshleal9811]

I really like the long snorkel, like you said more overlander..👍

[@joshualuk]

Great video, I always enjoy the thorough outlook of your instructions. Before your video came out rugged ridge had came out with their own, they have the drain tube valve open under normal operation and closed when you go in water. Hope this helps.

[@沢井秀敏-e8e]

JL2.0Lに乗っています。同じシュノーケルを取り付けしたく。取り寄せて、取り付けました。私の乗っているJLは、右ハンドル車です。取り寄せした品物は、左ハンドル用と指摘されましたが、エアークリーナーの位置が一緒なので取り付け出来ました。良い動画を見せていただきありがとうございました

[@wayalife]

Awesome, so glad that we could be of help to you!

[@epho4772]

Just FYI the 3rd rubber feet thing under the air box is for the grill air ram part number 68304129AA cost like 44$ it comes factory on some models. It send air under the air intake from the grill. Don’t know why yours didn’t come with it. Awesome video always great instructions. 👍🏽

[@wayalife]

Yup, figured that out after the fact.

[@pedrowatkins6167]

Great video, you look more like a pro every video you make.your JT is my favorite bone out of all I've seen so far.

[@wayalife]

LOL - Glad you like our JT and we're flattered by your kind words :)

[@michaelangelo4147]

Jeep is looking great huge transformation

[@wayalife]

Thank you :)

[@robo5972]

A factory paint match on the low profile would look great! It would give it that sleek factory look!

[@murphtahoe1]

Ok...Now I have to go to Amazon and get that Tekton Torx kit. Thanks Eddie! Lol. Really clean install as always and looks great...

[@wayalife]

LOL - awesome. Would be super grateful if you buy it through the link in our description as we get a small kickback and at no additional cost to you :)

[@murphtahoe1]

Wayalife My bad Eddie, I wasn’t kidding when I said I was going to buy it. After the video I bought it on Amazon. In the future I’ll check out your links for purchase, etc!!! Thanks for the info.

[@wayalife]

@@murphtahoe1 LOL - it's all good :)

[@tomfisher47]

You have some very nice cool old Jeeps brother

[@wayalife]

Thanks 👍

[@dobbins2550]

Very good video. Really looking forward to your next adventure, please hurry! I prefer the low profile one, very clean and factory looking.

[@wayalife]

Thank you and we're working on it.

[@kungfumaster8171]

Always through and informative. Thank you for taking the time to do this and recording it. Much appreciated.

[@wayalife]

Glad to hear you found our video to be informative.

[@RogerJG21]

Another great video, man I wish I lived closer to Eddie.

[@smacinskyjr]

It looks so good with that tall snorkel on I hope you leave it like that.

[@wayalife]

I might. Fortunately, it literally takes 1 minute to change between the 2 so I'll have some time to think about it. :)

[@Tijuanajeepclub]

Damn i just love the way you built your gladi! one of the best ones out there!! it looks bad ass

[@wayalife]

Thank you. Kind of on the utilitarian side but we like it that way :)

[@sl1pg8r]

I've heard there are venting tubes in the axles that should be run into the air box if you're installing a snorkel. Is that true?

[@wayalife]

LOL - a vast majority of people who say that are the same people who will NEVER need to use their snorkel. That being said, IF you plan on going that deep, it would be smart to extend your axles, transmission and transfer case breather hoses to a higher location. Going to the air box is one way to do it but far from needed.

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[@nehemiahkylan3579]

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[@dustinthewind1907]

I'm watching in S.Korea Thank you for uploading a good video~♡

[@wayalife]

So glad you enjoyed it :)

[@johnd4407]

As always another GREAT video. I love the versatility of that, great job 👍

[@wayalife]

Thank you. Glad we could share this with you :)

[@atamagashock]

Excited for this video... love their snorkel kit! Only one that looks good

[@wayalife]

Hope you find it helpful :)

[@atamagashock]

I find all your videos helpful! Just like the BBG said, he watches all your videos to see what works and doesn’t and what to buy or not to buy. Obviously your comprehensive information on all your installs, is by far the best Jeep informant on KZbin. So thanks for all you do

[@wayalife]

Well, we're truly humbled that you would say as much.

[@BottleJackBuddy]

Great step by step coverage.

[@hooligantimes9132]

Always thorough install videos! I would think any water too deep for stock air intake is not good for several reasons.

[@wayalife]

You're right, it would be and I wouldn't recommend it. However, if you're fording a river correctly, you will create a bow wake that can reach the hood even though the water level is lower than it. If you think about it, the low position of this snorkel isn't that much higher than the factory intake but it is further back for this reason.

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

I don't EVER have any plans to ford water deep enough to actually NEED a snorkel. I am however, considering this (with the low mount) as a way to get cooler air into the airbox, instead of my engine having to breathe that hot air from under the hood. Thoughts?? Great vid, guys!👍🏻

[@wayalife]

Yeah, I do think this kit would help with that. Although, unlike the JK before, the JL does have an ambient air tube that is designed to help out too.

[@OnMyMemoryCard]

I wish the JK one worked like that! Great video very informative.

[@wayalife]

Ivan Valvassori I hear ya, the JK kit takes some work. Glad you enjoyed the video 😎

[@Wolfpak765]

I'm with you Ivan. It floods often around the area where I live and I was all over it and then realized the JK version is way more effort to install. Now I'm balking on the purchase. :(

[@gen2-x364]

The low profile snorkel looks the best. I think the idea of bringing in fresh ambient air would be the main usefulness of this item,rather than under hood temps. Although in colder climates it may make the motor run different. If your in water over that you will have other areas that water can enter,like differentials/transfer case breathers,any electrical connection that hasn't been waterproofed,etc.

[@wayalife]

Yup, that's all true but I would add, if any of the deep rivers I've crossed were that high, they'd be carrying me down into the Pacific Ocean. LOL

[@gen2-x364]

@@wayalife There you go......lmao.

[@TrailAdventuresTV]

Great Job. Very comprehensive! Clean install.

[@wayalife]

Thank you :)

[@leavesthe9984]

Definitely the low looks the best and I doubt you or anyone will ever go any deeper

[@wayalife]

LOL - most people with snorkels never even do any kind of water fording. :)

[@dougharlow6037]

Just an observation? You silicone the new fitting/elbow in the bottom of the air box but just snapped in the air box adapter? It looks to me it would accumulate water during slow deep-water crossings, both are almost the same height when installed? Very detailed video. Thanks

[@wayalife]

Not exactly but I see what you're trying to say. To me, plugging up any of the holes shouldn't make much of a difference being that they sit below the air filter. Companies like AEV specifically state NOT to plug the holes to allow for draining.

[@dougharlow6037]

@@wayalife Maybe this is a better way of explaining my question? At 14:09 your sealing a drain system and the air box adapter 15:55 is not sealed? Which would allow water to inter the bottom of the air box. And stay there until you open that white drain valve. All of the air box adapter is below the air filter as is the drain plug. Why not seal the airbox adapter to the air box? It comes out in one piece.

[@wayalife]

@@dougharlow6037 LOL - I got what you're saying. What I'm saying is that installing the drain wasn't even necessary.

[@dougharlow6037]

@@wayalife That's why I'm asking the question. If AEV states NOT to plug any holes then why are they giving you a drain system? AEV is asking to plug only part of the air box? I'll guarantee if you take that air box assembly and submerge it in water just below the air filter you see how fast it will fill up, the more it fills up the more your engine will starve for air. They did such a good good of engineering the snorkel assemble, I just don't understand why they would want you to seal the COMPLETE bottom of the airbox? Just an observation. You have great videos. Thanks

[@wayalife]

@@dougharlow6037 The bottom of my air box sits about 44" off the ground. If I'm fording water deeper than that, there's a lot more I'd be worried about than getting water in my engine. That being said, I couldn't tell you why one companies does things one way and another does it another. I simply showed all the steps Rugged Ridge instructed to do so that others could benefit from it. I would suggest you contact them to see what their reasons are.

[@kellydean5643]

Great job, very clear and easy to follow. Thanks

[@wayalife]

Awesome! So glad to hear it :)

[@troyd-motorsport9933]

nice kit! looks good, the benefit of the high mount isn't just for water, theres less dust too!

[@furious7515]

Great video! Your install videos are some of the best out there!

[@wayalife]

We really do appreciate you saying as much. Thank you.

[@fhunjunkie]

I love this channel. I have the exact same truck, and I watch these videos then mod my own! Keep'em coming! I am using your Amazon links. :-)

[@wayalife]

Awesome! Thank you!