Jigsaw alright for arb snorkel install?

[FiReBReTHa]

Metal fine blade of course. Figured I'd ask before getting all choppy chop with it tomorrow.

Danke!

 

[Space King]

You probably can get away with using a jigsaw, but it's not ideal.
The problem is the area where you'll be making the hole is a compound curve and you won't be able to get the jigsaw to lay flat along the surface. So for most of the cut you'll have an air gap between the bottom of the jigsaw and the metal. Lots of vibration in your future.

I'd aim small, and finish with a file.

 

[bigdaddy2021]

Jigsaw worked perfectly for me for the big hole. Just take your time, use a medium, controllable speed and wear eye/ear protection. It’s LOUD.

I started my cut with a drill hole (within the templated circle surface) big enough to fit the blade.

 

[rochmpr]

Metal fine blade of course. Figured I'd ask before getting all choppy chop with it tomorrow.



Danke!

Absolutely, but cover the entire area of fender in painters tape as well as the base of the jig saw and just go slow. Works better than a cut off wheel, way less heat.

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[YellowSnow]

I see dremel disc as the preferred method on YT videos…that’s probably what I’m going with along with 3M double sided tape on the Pillar instead of drilling the bracket on. Keep us posted on how it goes! My ARB should be here Monday.

 

[FiReBReTHa]

Observations.
Make sure the blade is long. Otherwise while transitioning from the hump to shallow it can stroke/rise above the fender and punch the fender instead of cut thru.

I used cardboard to make sure no rubbing on paint, it's poorly depicted in photo. This is when I just started. Take your time. But was easy. Use a round file to smooth edges.

We did 3m tape that arrived at the exact needed moment from Amazon and he was prepped with a center punch and replacement tabs too!

This was on a 3gtaco
Mines likely next

We did not fill air box hole due to IL being so wet and would rather use the drain hole that go swimming that deep

 

[FiReBReTHa]

Jigsaw worked perfectly for me for the big hole. Just take your time, use a medium, controllable speed and wear eye/ear protection. It’s LOUD.

I started my cut with a drill hole (within the templated circle surface) big enough to fit the blade.

I for got eye pro, but thanks for the reminder for ear pro so I was ready!
I'm bad with eye pro at times. But am getting better and more consistent over time.

 

[FiReBReTHa]

The hole cut

 

[FiReBReTHa]

Installed
His babies are beautiful

 

[fkheath]

Metal fine blade of course. Figured I'd ask before getting all choppy chop with it tomorrow.

Danke!

Not to question your desire for a snorkel, but why do you feel you need one? The 4Runner already has a 27.5" water depth (Inner Fender) and even with a modest 2" or 3" lift and bigger tires, the water depth would be approaching three feet! At that depth, you are more likely to float away before you would need a snorkel.

 

[FiReBReTHa]

Not to question your desire for a snorkel, but why do you feel you need one? The 4Runner already has a 27.5" water depth (Inner Fender) and even with a modest 2" or 3" lift and bigger tires, the water depth would be approaching three feet! At that depth, you are more likely to float away before you would need a snorkel.

This one was for the taco, but I may follow suit as I know I won't be fording remotely that deep if all possible, but, I have a huge interest in the benefits of dust clouds. Where I live and go is quite a bit of dusty roads in convoy and wouldn't mind less concerns of sucking up what our tires kick up!!

 

[fkheath]

This one was for the taco, but I may follow suit as I know I won't be fording remotely that deep if all possible, but, I have a huge interest in the benefits of dust clouds. Where I live and go is quite a bit of dusty roads in convoy and wouldn't mind less concerns of sucking up what our tires kick up!!

Good point. I had not though of dust.

When I have gone off road in Colorado, the last few years have been very dusty due to the drought. When I had my Jeep JK, it leaked dust like a sieve and the inside passenger compartment would be covered with dust; had to hose it out to get rid of it. The 4Runner doesn't leak dust inside like that, and with the cabin air filter, the interior remains dust free. That is one more thing why I like my 4Runner over the Jeep.

 

[FiReBReTHa]

Good point. I had not though of dust.

When I have gone off road in Colorado, the last few years have been very dusty due to the drought. When I had my Jeep JK, it leaked dust like a sieve and the inside passenger compartment would be covered with dust; had to hose it out to get rid of it. The 4Runner doesn't leak dust inside like that, and with the cabin air filter, the interior remains dust free. That is one more thing why I like my 4Runner over the Jeep.

I had said the same thing about not going submarine to my fj friend and he said he avoids water still in fear of electronics but because of our dusty ass back roads it's been saving him a bit of filter stress and opened up my eyes about that.

But,
I will say.
It also does look cool.... Haha


But cutting into fender. Or even the first drill point. You feels it. Mods that require replacement if you change your mind.

 

[YellowSnow]

Not to question your desire for a snorkel, but why do you feel you need one? The 4Runner already has a 27.5" water depth (Inner Fender) and even with a modest 2" or 3" lift and bigger tires, the water depth would be approaching three feet! At that depth, you are more likely to float away before you would need a snorkel.

You’re not very bright, are you. Placing the air intake higher significantly improves the air quality flowing to your air filter and is the number one benefit of running a snorkel. There are several videos documenting this. Having the ability to drive through higher water crossings is only an added bonus.