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> Engine bay cable "snorkel", installation advise
draganc
post Feb 7 2019, 11:09 AM
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hi folks!

any advise how to install the rubber engine "snorkel", covering the wire harness exiting the tunnel?

The original rubber grommet is all cracked up and I was think it would be a good idea to replace, while the engine is out.

I have been staring at it for an hour, but can only come up with disassembling all the connectors and even then it looks like a tight fit.

Any "alternative repair" advises are also very much appreciated.

Cheers,

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post Feb 7 2019, 11:18 AM
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Big connectors go through first. Lube helps.
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post Feb 7 2019, 11:24 AM
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My procedure was to remove the housings on the big connectors (make sure you can put the right wires back in the right place), fish a piece of bailing wire through the snorkel and wrap and tape it around the wire bundle, use plenty of glycerine to lube the wires and snorkel, then pull. Went fairly easy for me.

Good luck!
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post Feb 7 2019, 11:54 AM
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Thanks guys!

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post Aug 18 2019, 12:11 PM
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What’s a good source for a late style snorkel?

I have and double checked at 914rubber.com,
but it looks like it’s for the early style cars - the
top-end snorkel OD is to small.

Thanks!
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post Aug 18 2019, 12:35 PM
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QUOTE(draganc @ Aug 18 2019, 10:11 AM) *

What’s a good source for a late style snorkel?

I have and double checked at 914rubber.com,
but it looks like it’s for the early style cars - the
top-end snorkel OD is to small.

Thanks!

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That was my experience and I don't think there is another source..
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post Aug 18 2019, 03:32 PM
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http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?sho...=339059&hl=

I did this recently and used a lot of silicone.
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post Aug 18 2019, 05:22 PM
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http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?sho...=339059&hl=

I did this recently and used a lot of silicone.


Thanks a bunch buddy!!
This is the answer that I was looking for.

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post Aug 18 2019, 05:26 PM
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Let me just say that coconut oil is the perfect lube. It's edible grade for fun. Also perfect lube for something like this.
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post Aug 18 2019, 05:56 PM
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Plus it smells like you’re on vacation
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post Aug 20 2019, 09:27 AM
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I went a different route, the snorkel was cracked, but the ends going to the shelf and bulkhead, were OK. I just could not stomach changing the snorkel, even when the harness was out of the car. I used a waterproof tape that I found on Amazon. Its a stretchy self clinging rubber membrane. Secured with a wire tie at the end to guarantee it wouldn't unravel.
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post Aug 31 2019, 10:14 PM
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QUOTE(Specracer @ Aug 20 2019, 08:27 AM) *

I went a different route, the snorkel was cracked, but the ends going to the shelf and bulkhead, were OK. I just could not stomach changing the snorkel, even when the harness was out of the car. I used a waterproof tape that I found on Amazon. Its a stretchy self clinging rubber membrane. Secured with a wire tie at the end to guarantee it wouldn't unravel.


Can you share a link or product details?
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post Sep 1 2019, 03:21 PM
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QUOTE(Specracer @ Aug 21 2019, 03:27 AM) *

I went a different route, the snorkel was cracked, but the ends going to the shelf and bulkhead, were OK. I just could not stomach changing the snorkel, even when the harness was out of the car. I used a waterproof tape that I found on Amazon. Its a stretchy self clinging rubber membrane. Secured with a wire tie at the end to guarantee it wouldn't unravel.


I took a look @ mine before fitting the engine and it was starting to split in some places so I cleaned it many times until spotless,used 3/4" loom tap and its still good,I didn't have the time to wait for a new one and thought replacement may be tricky.
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post Sep 1 2019, 05:26 PM
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QUOTE(Specracer @ Aug 21 2019, 03:27 AM) *

I went a different route, the snorkel was cracked, but the ends going to the shelf and bulkhead, were OK. I just could not stomach changing the snorkel, even when the harness was out of the car. I used a waterproof tape that I found on Amazon. Its a stretchy self clinging rubber membrane. Secured with a wire tie at the end to guarantee it wouldn't unravel.


Edit DP.
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post Sep 1 2019, 09:11 PM
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Here’s a post I did awhile back

Snorkel and wiring harness installation
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post Sep 2 2019, 04:30 PM
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This is it.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HWROO7...=UTF8&psc=1

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Can you share a link or product details?
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post Sep 2 2019, 07:58 PM
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QUOTE(Specracer @ Sep 2 2019, 03:30 PM) *

This is it.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HWROO7...=UTF8&psc=1

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Can you share a link or product details?



Thanks a bunch Specracer and Garland!
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post Apr 3 2020, 09:28 PM
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There are many first and also many last, with rebuilding a
old car.
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post Apr 3 2020, 09:32 PM
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After 2hrs getting all the cables through the new snorkel,
it had to be the last cable messing up my day - wtf?

I guess I’ll be ordering a new snorkel soon.

Question: Where can I get a late style snorkel, with the
larger body top seal?

Thanks in advance!

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post Apr 3 2020, 09:59 PM
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We haven't made them yet.
Just a lot going on.
Perhaps used?
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