Filter Mods and Winter

[Westernbronco]

Any of you guys that are running an aftermarket intake kit or a DIY have issues in the winter with the filter plugging up with ice and snow? I am considering making the mod myself, and spend alot of time in the UP of Michigan with snowmobiles.. Dont want to strand my self before I begin.

Any info will help...

[Logan]

I never have, but I have not been in the cold like is in the UP

[beerhunter]

Anyone else able to respond with an answere to this question. As I am curious also with the filter being exposed an all....?

[Worm Drowner]

I live in the snow belt of NE Ohio and have an AFE Stage II. I have never had a problem with snow or debris plugging the filter. I would, however, recommend using a pre-filter, just to keep more crap out of your engine.

[Stroked95]

Shouldn't be a problem, went muddin a few times, and my AFE was always spotless. Don't see how snow or ice could get to it if muddy water couldn't

[Westernbronco]

I had a simmilar problem with an older gas truck. Took a 300 Strait 6, added intake, 4bbrl, headders, cam, and a 3" x 14" air cleaner. Drove great until it reached 32 degrees with a hint of rain or snow. Then the carb and air cleaner looked like a giant snow cone... Just looking to avoid the simmilar situation.

[Lavos4]

I don't think that snow would plug it up. I have been 4 wheeling and have gone through some big mud holes and i haven't ever had a problem. But the again i haven't ever been in the freezing arse cold like in the UP.