Safari V-SPEC Snorkel SS178HF — Mazda BT-50 TF 3.0L Diesel (MY21 Onwards)
$599.00
The Safari V-SPEC SS178HF is a vehicle-specific raised air intake for Mazda BT-50 TF 3.0L Diesel (MY21 Onwards). This application uses 3.0L 4JJ3-TCX diesel. It routes air to the vehicle’s intake system from an elevated air ram, helping reduce exposure to dust and rainwater at the original intake position.
Vehicle fitment
- Mazda BT-50 — TF (2020–2026)
Engine: 3.0L 4JJ3-TCX diesel. Match the build date, engine and body before ordering.
Important fitment notes
- Safari labels this MY21 onwards; the dealer date starts June 2020. Match the TF generation and engine, not registration year alone.
Features
- Designed, moulded and manufactured in Australia.
- Elevates the intake opening to reduce exposure to dust and splash at the original intake location.
- Intake passage developed for the airflow requirements of the specified engine.
- Water-separating air ram helps discharge rainwater from the intake stream.
- UV-stabilised snorkel body and air ram designed for outdoor durability.
- Vehicle-specific fitting guide and template support accurate installation.
Specifications
- Part number: SS178HF
- Range: Safari V-SPEC
- Engine/application: 3.0L 4JJ3-TCX diesel
What is supplied
One SS178HF vehicle-specific snorkel kit. Refer to the current Safari instructions for the complete fastener and ducting schedule. Other vehicle accessories shown in application photographs are not included.
Fitting information
The displayed price is for the snorkel kit. Contact Complete 4x4 on 03 9808 8966 for fitment advice or installation at 88–94 Highbury Road, Burwood VIC 3125. A snorkel does not increase the vehicle manufacturer’s stated wading depth.
Manufacturer instructions
Know before you buy
Before you buy a snorkel
A snorkel moves your engine's air intake up to roof height, above the dust and spray. It's a precise, vehicle-specific fit, and it won't make your vehicle waterproof.
- Made for your engine
Snorkels are made for a specific model and engine, so a Prado diesel and a Prado V6 take different kits. Check the listing against your vehicle and engine.
- Not waterproofing
A snorkel raises the air intake. It doesn't seal the engine bay or electrics, and your vehicle maker's wading depth still applies.
- Breathers too
Factory diff and gearbox breathers often sit low. Many owners raise them at the same time as fitting a snorkel.
- Which way to face it
The air ram separates rain from the air coming in. Turning it backwards in heavy dust can reduce airflow (Safari).
Common questions
Is a snorkel worth it if I don't cross water?
Many owners fit one for dust. The intake sits at roof height, above the dust thrown up on gravel roads and behind other vehicles.
Can I drive through deeper water with a snorkel?
No. A snorkel moves the air intake, but it doesn't waterproof the engine bay, electrics or driveline. Your vehicle maker's wading depth still applies.
Are factory raised air intakes the same as a snorkel?
No. Safari notes that factory raised intakes are not watertight.
Do I need diff breathers?
Factory diff and gearbox breathers are often poorly located for water crossings (ARB). A breather kit raises them so water isn't drawn in as the housings cool.
Should I use a pre-cleaner sock?
Only on dusty tracks below 40 km/h, cleaned daily, and not on the highway (Safari).