If the stock jeep can already go through 19-30 inches of water, I wouldn't think the spark plugs would need to be resealed the caps should already prevent water from getting in the top of the plugs, & they already have a seal on their connection to the block. As far as waterproof connections, the only parts that would need be waterproofed are the end leads such as the ECU, Fuse box, and any other major electronic components, still don't think the JL is as water handicapped as people make it out to be, because of its technology. Look at the new land rover Defender and its stock snorkel and water fording abilities and it has way more technology.Way more to it than that. Every single electrical connection needs to be waterproof. Probably need to relocate a good portion of the electronics. Spark plugs need to be sealed. Most vehicles that are prepped for deep water have most of the electronics removed.
Lol. Give it a shot and let us know how it goes.If the stock jeep can already go through 19-30 inches of water, I wouldn't think the spark plugs would need to be resealed the caps should already prevent water from getting in the top of the plugs, & they already have a seal on their connection to the block. As far as waterproof connections, the only parts that would need be waterproofed are the end leads such as the ECU, Fuse box, and any other major electronic components, still don't think the JL is as water handicapped as people make it out to be, because of its technology. Look at the new land rover Defender and its stock snorkel and water fording abilities and it has way more technology.
I highly doubt that a JL is that different from a square body burbon that turned U-Boat in "Dantes Peak"
I won't try it, but there are several here on the forum that have gotten pretty deep and their Jeeps seemed to do fine. When mine had only 800 miles on it, I got into a muddy water hole that dipped the headlights under water, and went right up to the lip of the hood. I don't know how much of the muddy water that dried up in the engine compartment was splash or submersion, but it was enough that I had to clean it later. I VERY quickly slammed it into reverse and backed out. It did not ingest any of it into the air box or front diff, but there were some electronic connections that I'm certain had to be submerged for maybe a second or so.Lol. Give it a shot and let us know how it goes.
Oh I totally agree that the snorkel may be enough to get you out of a pickle, but going full on submerged for extended periods of time is going to reveal just how much work it takes to build a true water-fording vehicle.I won't try it, but there are several here on the forum that have gotten pretty deep and their Jeeps seemed to do fine. When mine had only 800 miles on it, I got into a muddy water hole that dipped the headlights under water, and went right up to the lip of the hood. I don't know how much of the muddy water that dried up in the engine compartment was splash or submersion, but it was enough that I had to clean it later. I VERY quickly slammed it into reverse and backed out. It did not ingest any of it into the air box or front diff, but there were some electronic connections that I'm certain had to be submerged for maybe a second or so.
I was ticked at myself because I know the trails (Badlands in Attica, IN) very well and was surprised by the depth of that one. The incident also answered the question about the effectiveness of moving the location of reverse to the top left instead of the bottom right in the shift pattern. (Thank you Mark Allen!) I would never have been able to get into reverse and out of that whole as quickly with my JK.
Anyway, that's the only experience I hope to have in either of my Jeeps that gets near or over the 30" fording depth. It also isn't the desired circumstance, anyway, as I'd prefer to do a planned crossing where I can keep a steady speed and a good bow wave with the engine and intake riding in the air pocket.
Yeah, I'm no submariner. For me, it would be exactly as you say. It would be to extend the margin of safety or error.Oh I totally agree that the snorkel may be enough to get you out of a pickle, but going full on submerged for extended periods of time is going to reveal just how much work it takes to build a true water-fording vehicle.
I don't really buy that the air is that much cleaner 3 feet higher to justify one.I thought the whole idea behind these things was to get cleaner air when on dirty, dusty roads. Especially when in a long group of jeeps and everyone is kicking up clouds of dirt and dust. I understand the added benefit of the higher location as it relates to water crossing...but that's just a benefit and not really intended to be submerged. Also, I like the Hauk design.
Truth...I have pushed a bow wave in a bone stock JLUR right up to the top of the hood over multiple river crossings with precisely zero problems of any kind. The Jeep boys did a helluva job protecting all the electronics and the air intake on the thing if you ask me.I will add this once again...The stock air box location and design is pretty darned good, as-is.
They’ll be available mid January!!Cannot wait!
Winner winner chicken dinner with money left over.Same here. Now I can shit can this.....