P1000 Avoiding water in the air intake.

[Alaska350]

So I do not have water anywhere its not supposed to be and I would like to keep it that way. After having a conversation with the dealership service guy it is clear some precautions and modifications are required to keep it that way. I live in Alaska where crossing creeks while riding is normal protocol and cant really be avoided.

I was told the high intake under the hood is not the only spot I need to worry about water getting in which is surprising to me.....apparently there is connection under the seat that water can get in when water gets over the floor boards. I plan on removing the rubber boot and sealing it up with RTV when reinstalling it.

Is there any other places I need to look at?
Is the filter box above the motor 100% sealed?
I saw somewhere someone installed a drain plug at the low point of the intake tube....thoughts?

Sorry I always have so many questions lol I am still new to the Pioneer idea and learning as I go. Thanks in advance!

 

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[Scoop]

Hit up @Bayouownbeer for a vent kit: P1000 - Vent line kits?

 

[Alaska350]

Hit up @Bayouownbeer for a vent kit: P1000 - Vent line kits?

I installed a extended vent line kit as one of the first things I did before I did my first ride.

 

[Ohio4x4]

I installed a extended vent line kit as one of the first things I did before I did my first ride.

A quick test for leaks is with the engine running cover the intake and choke the engine out. It should hold some vacuum if all is tight. I put a bag over the snorkel when washing and usually forget to take it off when restarting. It's kind of a dumbass self test that I've wound up preforming more times than I can count.

 

[Adam490]

A quick test for leaks is with the engine running cover the intake and choke the engine out. It should hold some vacuum if all is tight. I put a bag over the snorkel when washing and usually forget to take it off when restarting. It's kind of a dumbass self test that I've wound up preforming more times than I can count.

Did that on the Talon yesterday... lol

 

[Alaska350]

A quick test for leaks is with the engine running cover the intake and choke the engine out. It should hold some vacuum if all is tight. I put a bag over the snorkel when washing and usually forget to take it off when restarting. It's kind of a dumbass self test that I've wound up preforming more times than I can count.

Just tried that with a piece if cardboard… immediately died like two seconds so I guess the rubber boots that join the connections are sealed tight.

 

[Ohio4x4]

Did that on the Talon yesterday... lol

Lol you did it backing off the trailer in tenn a couple weeks ago.

 

[Ohio4x4]

Just tried that with a piece if cardboard… immediately died like two seconds so I guess the rubber boots that join the connections are sealed tight.

If you're concerned this is the easiest snorkel. I got the measurements and parts list from @Adam490 short bus build. I liked being able to see where it breathes because I'm a f***in idiot and have drowned every other off road toy I've had.

 

[Adam490]

Lol you did it backing off the trailer in tenn a couple weeks ago.

Dammit man don't tell my secrets

 

[Alaska350]

I do plan on doing a snorkel for it after my warranty is up because the dealer told me for sure it would void it if I did one or any kind of lift.

 

[Alaska350]

Is there any concern for water getting into anything other then the front under the hood? Filter box? Rubber boots at the connections?

 

[Plowboy1466]

The only place that l've ever heard of is the main intake under the hood. And make sure you seal your electrical connectors.

 

[Russ989]

So I do not have water anywhere its not supposed to be and I would like to keep it that way. After having a conversation with the dealership service guy it is clear some precautions and modifications are required to keep it that way. I live in Alaska where crossing creeks while riding is normal protocol and cant really be avoided.

I was told the high intake under the hood is not the only spot I need to worry about water getting in which is surprising to me.....apparently there is connection under the seat that water can get in when water gets over the floor boards. I plan on removing the rubber boot and sealing it up with RTV when reinstalling it.

Is there any other places I need to look at?
Is the filter box above the motor 100% sealed?
I saw somewhere someone installed a drain plug at the low point of the intake tube....thoughts?

Sorry I always have so many questions lol I am still new to the Pioneer idea and learning as I go. Thanks in advance!

 

[PJon]

Is there any concern for water getting into anything other then the front under the hood? Filter box? Rubber boots at the connections?

Take your front seat out when washing your machine. The water will get in around the base and pretty soon it will weigh 80 pounds. I think Honda puts check valves in the bottom of the seat so that the water goes in easily, but never comes out. This could be a major problem for those in colder climates unless you enjoy sitting on ice cubes.

 

[P1K5Dave]

...apparently there is connection under the seat that water can get in when water gets over the floor boards.

I'd like to know what he's talking about here, other than the vent lines (which you've already taken care of.)

I do wonder sometimes about the entire length of the intake tube that runs from front to back. There are joints in it (do they have rubber seals?)

I did the choke-off test inadvertently myself, having covered my intake while doing some wiring and forgetting about it.

 

[WagginTail]

Take your front seat out when washing your machine. The water will get in around the base and pretty soon it will weigh 80 pounds. I think Honda puts check valves in the bottom of the seat so that the water goes in easily, but never comes out. This could be a major problem for those in colder climates unless you enjoy sitting on ice cubes.

Yep. I have water in mine. I drilled bigger drain holes in my 700 seat. I need to do that to this one

 

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