waterproofing

[UAV]

hey guy

i was just wanting to no what you guys have done to waterproof your engines, cause atm my engine cuts out i dont have a snorkel but im pretty sure that is not the problem, so what to do besides the obvious snorkel and breathers? like electrics and stuff?

thanks UAV

[Bitsamissin]

Snorkel is mandatory for any wet stuff.
Front and rear diff breathers routed high up in the engine bay.
Spray the bejesus out of anything electrical with WD40 before any bogholes & water crossings.
If it's deep enough then a tarp helps a lot.
I've never had a problem cutting out but constant mud takes it's toll on bearings, seals, clutches, starter motors (especially Paj forward facing units), alternators, A/C compressors etc.
Grease all nipples (including uni's) after water or mud crossings.
Change diff, t/case, gearbox oils more regularly.
Remove and grease brake caliper sliding pins after a mud bash to stop pads binding and wearing unevenly.
Preventative maintenance along with protection is the go.

[DougH]

Mud and water take such a toll on all your parts. My old truck was in the water all the time. I don't think I will ever put the new truck in water unless I have to.

[Glennb]

Love mud but stay away from bog holes just cost you $$$ for a few minutes of fun.No more for me. Ive had water over the bonnet and half way up the wind screen and never had the engine cut out. just have my aircon shit it self Ill try find a pic of my $700 bog hole.

[Glennb]

here it is. Not my car but you can imagine as this is a long wheel base patrol.

[j-top paj]

i wonder what the intercooler looked like