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5th September 2013, 04:42 PM
#1
Advanced
Snorkel Pre Filter/ Cleaner advice
G'day everyone,
Last weekend I completed my first home DIY service. I changed the oil and filter, eventually changed the fuel filter last night thanks to some upside down advice and also changed my large air filter.
Whilst I removed the air filter (I also cleaned the MAF), I saw there were lots of deaded bugs and the like at the bottom of the round filter holder thingy. I have a snorkel fitted (genuine type) and have been doing some research on the UNI Filter. I have also had some other fellas from work suggest I get one to help keep alot of dirt and crap out as townsville can get a bit dusty.
Has anyone here used these filters and did you find they worked well for either a daily use item or just for the long haul.
Many thanks for your time
Adam
2001 GU II - 3.0TD Auto. ARB Bullbar - Runva 11XP Winch - NADed with Boost & EGT gauges - OME 2in Lift - Manta 3in - Dual Battery - Spotties & LED Lightbar - Uniden 80ch UHF - Rear Drawers & Engel Fridge - 3/4 Steel cage
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5th September 2013 04:42 PM
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5th September 2013, 07:23 PM
#2
Expert
G'day Jackman,
reckon the main decider would be what sort of driving you do and how much of a problem collected crap on the filter is causing you at the moment.
Done a bit of dusty driving over about 20 years and found that tapping or better still, blowing (when you can access an air jet) any dust out regularly in that terrain keeps you breathing well enough. That may mean each day in extreme conditions. Coupla dead bugs never worried me but I'm probably a bit rough anyway. Missus would go with that but I dunno why.
The product looks good but remember, if the standard filter needs regular servicing, the new Mickey Mouse model will also.
Good luck,
Col
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5th September 2013, 09:54 PM
#3
Hardcore
I have a 4.5L, the air cleaner is a pain to remove and inspect, even after i modded things to make it easier, so cleaning the filter every day after driving in dust is not very practical.
Now I use a Uni pre filter on my snorkel head (safari snorkel) when in dusty conditions, if find it works very well, (especially when you are a few cars back in a convoy) and its so easy to remove and clean, plus you can see how dirty it is without opening the bonnet.
The other good thing about safari snorkels is you can reverse the intake/head direction, but to be honest, i dont bother when using my pre filter.
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6th September 2013, 01:58 AM
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From what ive seen the uni pre filters don't realy fit the genuine heads unless they have made a new design unfortunately, not sure about the sock that slides inside.
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6th September 2013, 07:50 AM
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Hardcore
Looking at mine id have to agree mega, the nissan head is rounded and laid back,where the safari is upright and square, the uni filter fits the square perfect.
The internal ones should work, but then you have to remove the head to inspect it each time.
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6th September 2013, 08:01 AM
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Patrol God
Does that "sock" insert stop the noise of the snorkel when you back off??
04 ST 3lt auto, not enough Mods to keep me happy, but getting there
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6th September 2013, 09:55 AM
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The Mad Ozzy
You could always raid your missus stocking drawer and grab a set and cut to fit on the snorkel head
Never underestimate the power of the darkside, let the tap flow through you.
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6th September 2013, 10:01 AM
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Patrol God
That's ok I'll use an old pair of mine that have laddered lol
04 ST 3lt auto, not enough Mods to keep me happy, but getting there
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6th September 2013, 10:42 AM
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Hardcore
Originally Posted by
threedogs
That's ok I'll use an old pair of mine that have laddered lol
Ewwwwww that's a thought I didn't want in my head!!
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6th September 2013, 10:44 AM
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Patrol God
Originally Posted by
2TROLLFAM
Ewwwwww that's a thought I didn't want in my head!!
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Probably wreck his maf sensor too!!
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