Water Fording

Khayze427
Nov 13, 2020

Rank IV

Nov 13, 2020

Extending the differential breather tubes — try this:
ARB DIFFERENTIAL BREATHER KIT
When drivetrain assemblies such as your vehicle’s differentials, gearbox and transfer case heat up under normal operation, the air inside expands and increases pressure. To vent this additional pressure, most factory differentials have a one-way valve mounted to either the assembly itself, or on a short extension tube close by. Unfortunately, when the drivetrain assembly cools down, the air inside contracts, creating a vacuum. When cooling occurs during a water crossing, these one-way valves can draw water into the system, potentially causing expensive damage. The ARB Differential Breather Kit is designed to provide a high-flow, zero back pressure, zero vacuum breather system to keep your drivetrain free of water. This is achieved with a central high-flow air filter and manifold that will allow up to four drivetrain assemblies to be vented to one central location, positioned high enough to avoid water during crossings.

LoneRanger, Jakob1972
Last edited by a moderator: Nov 13, 2020

Rank VI

Nov 13, 2020

#1
Can you explain a little how you would use these, specifically, on the new Bronco? Not what they do necessarily, but how you would mount or install them?
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Bronc96

Rank VI

Nov 13, 2020

#2
Great idea, thanks for sharing @Khayze427! I assume they attach to the breathers on the diff housing?
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Deano Bronc

Rank IV

Nov 14, 2020

#3
Great idea, thanks for sharing @Khayze427! I assume they attach to the breathers on the diff housing?
Yes. Four ports available for diffs, transfer case, manual tranmission.
Bronc96, Deano Bronc

Rank IV

Nov 14, 2020

#4
Can you explain a little how you would use these, specifically, on the new Bronco? Not what they do necessarily, but how you would mount or install them?
Kit comes with tubing and ties. Most place the Breather under the hood high on the fire wall. Some place it inside. Your call to which is easier for your build. Routing the tubes [supplied] varies (keep them away from hot surfaces and sharp edges and enough slack to allow for body/frame/axle movement. The diffs are easy, but the transfer case and transmission ports can be hard to access. Plenty of U-tube videos.

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Nov 16, 2020

#5
Super useful info for those that are going to use these trucks!

good post!


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