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EP 10: Sorry, Guys, I'm Not Happy to See You
puddin:
--- Quote from: Michael D on January 07, 2008, 07:22:02 PM ---http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sSjC-wOPAIM
Maybe they have to clean the bottom of a jeep?
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Yeah, its some new fangled, high-tech undercar wash :lol3:!
MamaTo4boys:
Yay Michael.
Puddins bf sent me looking for the jeep snorkels and thats how I found the underwater tours. Sounds cool actually but i'll stick with muddin for now ;)
michael:
:lol3:
keep in mind the are in a narrow little passage of water that doesn't look muddy
georgiapeach:
Who knew?? :lol3:
http://www.offroaders.com/info/tech-corner/reading/water-crossing.htm
--- Quote ---Diff Breathers
When a hot axle hits cold water it cools rapidly. This has the effect of lowering the air pressure inside the axle and the diff housing, causing air to be drawn in via the diff breathers. Extending your diff breathers higher up the chassis (standard on most Landcruisers) with the aid of plastic tubing is a "must do" for regular water goers. However, it is no guarantee that water will not enter your diff. The sudden reduction in air pressure inside your diff can still cause water to be drawn in via your axle seals if the diff breathers do not equalize the pressure quick enough. This is why its still necessary to allow the vehicle time to cool down, even when extended diff breathers are fitted.
NEVER attempt a water crossing where the water depth is above the air intake height. If you intend doing regular water crossings, its a good idea to fit a snorkel as it raises the air intake to your roofline. It doesn't mean you can use your 4WD as a submarine!
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puddin:
This is so stupid, you'd think this would be easy to find :lol:?
What if its a test facilty for testing cars or jeeps to go through high water to rescue people in flood waters? I've had no luck finding such a place though :umn: :pull
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