Reversing Lower Air Scoop on
the ARB Bull Bar
The ARB Bull bar for the 90 Series Prado includes a lower air
scoop to channel air into the radiator. The air scoop is a pressed
metal channel that is mounted to the front of the factory bash guard.
ARB have done a great job with this air scoop, however when travelling
in rough terrain, the air scoop can at times be
a problem. Mud, sticks, snow, small birds and other foreign
material is effectively scooped up and aimed squarely at the
radiator.
In order to prevent the air scoop from
scooping up foreign material, it can be turned upside down. Simply
unbolt, turn it upside down and cut out the two ends around the
chassis rails - and refit. Give the cut edges a coat of paint to
prevent rust forming.
To date there have been no heat issues
regarding engine cooling however if the engine is working under
sustained high loads, particularly when towing, it may pay to keep
an eye on the temp gauge. Or turn the air scoop back to the
original position.
Air scoop installed upside down
to protect against foreign material being scooped up onto the
radiator.
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