Most Jeep owners think a snorkel is only for deep water crossings—but that's only part of the story. In this video, Rob explains the real benefits of installing an AEV Snorkel System on your Jeep Wrangler JL or Gladiator JT, including how it delivers cooler, cleaner air from above the dust and heat found under the hood. Whether you're exploring dusty trails, overlanding, or simply looking to maximize engine performance in harsh environments, a raised air intake can provide advantages every time you hit the trail.
Rob also clears up one of the biggest misconceptions about snorkels: a snorkel alone does NOT make your Jeep waterproof. While it raises the engine's air intake, critical components like your axles, transmission, transfer case, and electrical systems still have their own limitations when it comes to water crossings.
After covering the theory, Rob walks through a complete, real-time installation of the AEV Snorkel on Matt's EcoDiesel-powered Jeep Wrangler—the same Jeep featured in our complete AEV build series. Along the way, he points out the differences between the 3.6L Pentastar gasoline snorkel system and the 3.0L EcoDiesel version, so you'll know exactly what to expect before starting your own installation.
In this video you'll learn:
• Why a snorkel is beneficial even if you never cross deep water
• How a higher air intake provides cooler, cleaner air to your engine
• Common misconceptions about snorkels and water fording
• The differences between the gasoline and EcoDiesel AEV Snorkel kits
• Complete step-by-step installation on a Jeep Wrangler JL EcoDiesel
• Tips and techniques to help make your installation go smoothly
Whether you're building the ultimate overland Jeep, preparing for backcountry adventures, or simply looking for cleaner engine airflow on dusty trails, the AEV Snorkel is one of the smartest upgrades you can make.
