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  1. 30th April 2012, 12:15 PM #1
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    Airbox question - Water trap

    After installing my snorkel I noticed a large opening at the bottom of the airbox which looks like it is part of a one way valve to let water out of the airbox.

    I think the flap closes when the car is running due to the vacuum created by the engine.

    Problem is on my car its just a large hole as it looks like a the flap of rubber that makes up the valve has disappeared.

    I compared my airbox to the one in Dad's RRS and you can see the missing flap.


    Anyone know if I can get that as a replacement part? I can't find a part number for it.

    Alternatively would I be better off by sealing the valve up?
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  2. 2nd May 2012, 05:05 PM #2
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    On my D3 fitted with a Safari Snorkel by ARB, they pulgged up the hole with Sicaflex. I tested the air box by filling it up with water (intake to motor disconnected of course) to ensure there were no leaks.
    The airbox gets a bit of water in it from the snorkel inlet, but it's not much and it pools in the bottom of the airbox and eventually dries out.
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  3. 3rd May 2012, 10:08 AM #3
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    Thanks wyperfield.

    I've had a look at another D3 with a Safari and they haven't sealed up the water trap but I think I will.
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