"Niva" - a domestic SUV, which allows not only to move in a noisy city stream, but also to be a regular in country trips. Any car enthusiast knows what a trip to nature is: bumps, bumps, water obstacles. If a small bump is easily overcome by a practical car, then installation of a snorkel will help water obstacles.
What is an air intake or snorkel?
The name "snorkel" was first used during the Second World War. Special equipment was installed on the submarines, which increased the length of their stay under water. The main disadvantage of the invention was the lack of pure oxygen on board due to the inability to remove carbon dioxide.
The modern Niva air intake is a pipe that rises along the car body to the hood. The purpose of the system is to supply clean air to the engine of the vehicle, as well as to protect it from water hammer.
How does the equipment work?
The air intake system is simple. It is a cylindrical pipe, the base of which is attached to the air filter, and the top rises to the hood and windshield.
Snorkel Tasks:
1. Purification and cooling of the air entering the engine.
2. Prevent debris and dirt from entering the engine.
3. Change the place of air intake.
4. Engine protection against water ingress.
Thus, any off-road enthusiast should consider it his duty to protect the SUV from water hammer by installing an air intake.
Ways to purchase and install
If the car owner is determined to improve his SUV, then there are two ways to do this:
1. Buy the finished product in the store.
2. Self-assemble the snorkel.
The first option is the most convenient and simple. By purchasing high-quality equipment, you can not worry about its smooth operation, and the appearance of the car will only win and become more modern and brutal. The main disadvantage of such a purchase is its price, because high-quality goods cannot be cheap. A good air intake on the Niva will cost you approximately 15,000 - 20,000 thousand rubles.
Models and prices
Very often car owners are wondering: which air intake is better to install on the Niva ? The most popular model is LLDPE . This snorkel guarantees you a long service life and high-quality work. The design of the air intake will make the appearance of the car only more interesting. The only drawback of LLDPE is its high cost.
For those wishing to save money, it is recommended to pay attention to the F-Dising brand. These devices are very popular. They are easy to install and are of high quality.
Supporters of domestic goods may not have to worry about cost, because a Russian-made air intake for the Niva-21214 machine can already be picked up for 3,000 thousand rubles.
Installation options
The air intake on the Niva is mounted on the side of the SUV and rises up to the level of the windshield. There are two options for installing equipment:
1. Turn the nose in the direction of the car.
2. Spout rotation against movement.
U-turn in the direction of the air flow is the most correct. It allows air to flow freely through the snorkel, cleansing it of dirt and dust.
In the second version of the installation of equipment, air purification is worse. Debris flying out from under the wheels of a vehicle can clog the entire system.
The wrong way to fix the equipment will be turning the tip towards the windshield. In such a situation, the risk of water hammer increases, since the spout closely adjoins the glass. Such a turn is possible only when passing through a dense forest in order to prevent damage to the snorkel net.
Nuances of self-installation
The most reliable and easiest way to install new equipment is to contact the professionals of the car station. If you still decide to perform the procedure yourself, then you should know the rules and some nuances.
Buying a high-quality air intake on the "Niva" , in the kit you can always find the rules for its installation and operation. Do not neglect simple tips, because this will greatly facilitate the procedure.
Tools required:
1. Hermetic.
2. Electric jigsaw.
3. Drill.
4. Felt-tip pen.
5. Adhesive tape.
To install the equipment you will have to make several holes in the car body: on the wing, spar and mudguard.
Installation process
Installing an air intake on the Niva includes the following steps:
1. Raising the edge of the car with a jack.
2. Removing wing protection.
3. Removing the wheel and tank from the air filter.
4. Preparation of the site for the cut. Application of adhesive tape to the intended location.
5. Marking the cut line with a felt-tip pen .
6. Install the pipe from the air filter into the drilled hole.
7. Preparation of the area for drilling on the rack: applying tape and marking.
8. Fastening rivets and applying a hermetic.
The air intake on the Chevrolet Niva has long been a necessary attribute, because the cross-country ability of this SUV allows it to overcome the most difficult obstacles.
Some additional nuances
Additionally, you can highlight some rules that every car owner who has decided to get a snorkel for his SUV should know:
1. When choosing equipment, pay attention to the diameter of the pipe. It should not already be a cross section at the point of bonding with the air intake. This may cause less clean air to enter the engine.
2. After installing the equipment, check the tightness of the fastening. For this purpose, put a bag on the snorkel nose. He must burst.
3. Do not think that after installing the air intake on the car ("Niva-21214") it will become an "amphibian." Unprotected remain the electronic parts of the vehicle, which require additional refinement.
Conclusion
Thus, the installation of an air intake is a practical solution for the lover of extreme outdoor recreation.