Safari Snorkel for the Mazda BT-50 08/2011 – 2020 3.2L Diesel

Safari Snorkel for the Mazda BT-50 08/2011 – 2020 3.2L Diesel

Safari Part Number: SS985HF

Protect your Mazda 08/2011 – 2020 3.2L BT-50 with a Safari SS985HF Snorkel. Trust Opposite Lock Cardiff’s ARC-certified installation at U 1/31 Munibung Road. Call us at 02 40581911 to safeguard your engine against deep water crossings and outback dust.

Visit our 4×4 workshop in Cardiff today for your Mazda BT-50 Safari Snorkel installation.

Safari Snorkel to Suit Mazda BT-50 3.2L Diesel

The Safari SS985HF 4×4 Snorkel fits 3.2L Diesel models of Mazda BT-50 from August 2011 to 2020. Protect your engine when crossing rivers in the tropics or traversing Australia’s rugged terrains. This snorkel guarantees that your engine inhales the coolest and cleanest air and gets protected from dust, debris, and water.

This snorkel system is specifically made to meet BT-50 Diesel engine’s high airflow demand. The snorkel system air intake is above dust and other contaminants. The advanced air ram design channels clean air and separates water from the airstream to give air to your engine ensuring peak performance even in extreme weather conditions.

As it is made out of cross-linked polyethylene, UV-stabilized, the Safari Snorkel cracks, fades, and gets damaged under extreme off-road conditions that are tough to resist. As reliable as it is essential for serious 4×4 enthusiasts and with Safari’s threading engineering excellence, this snorkel system.

Australian Made Excellence: Designed, manufactured, and engineered by Safari Automotive in Australia.

Australian-Made Excellence: Protects your engine from harmful dust, dirt, and water ingestion during off-road driving and deep-water crossings. 

Raised Air Intake: Improves the intake of clean air into the Mazda BT-50’s 3.2L diesel engine for his optimal diesel engine efficiency.

Enhanced Airflow: The Safari air ram intake efficiently removes rainwater from the intake stream, providing additional protection for the engine during heavy rain and tropical storms.

Durability & UV Protection:  Cross-linked polyethylene with superior yield strength provides long-lasting UV resistance. 

Easy DIY Installation: Comes with a comprehensive fitting guide, including an accurate cutting template that makes installations simple and exact.

With the purchase of Safari SS985HF Snorkel Kit for Mazda BT-50, you are provided with a robust assortment of components which include:

  • Snorkel Body – SS985HF
  • 3 ½” Air Ram Assembly
  • Upper Mounting Bracket
  • Hex Bolts (6mm x 1.0 x 14mm SEMS)
  • Stainless Steel Self-Tapping Screws (4.2mm x 13mm)
  • Plastic Inserts
  • Stainless Steel Studs (8mm x 1.25 x 25mm)
  • Stainless Steel Body Washers (8mm x 30mm)
  • Stainless Steel Nyloc Nuts (8mm x 1.25mm)
  • Air Entry Hose
  • Hose Clamps (70/90mm, 100/120mm, Size 56 – Black)
  • Guard Panel Cutting Template

Safari Snorkel Installation Guide

ss985hf safari snorkel installation guide

FAQs for BT-50 Owners (3.2L Diesel, 2011-2020)

Will the SS985HF fit my 2016 Mazda BT-50 3.2L?

Yeah, but only if yours was built between August 2011 and 2020. Check your compliance plate – if it’s in that range, this Safari snorkel’s made for your ute.

How deep a creek crossing can I tackle with this snorkel?

The intake sits at roofline height, so you’re safe in water up to the windscreen. Perfect for places like Port Stephens’ tidal creeks or Hunter Valley floodways. Just remember: waterproof your diffs and gearbox too.

Do I need professional fitting, or can I DIY it?

Get our ARC-certified techs at our 4WD Cardiff workshop to handle it. One wrong cut in your guard could cost thousands in engine damage. We’ve fitted these for heaps of Maitland and Newcastle tradies - done proper, first time.

Will it handle Central Coast summers without cracking?

Safari uses UV-stabilised polyethylene - same stuff as mining gear. It won’t bake brittle or fade, even after years in the Aussie sun.

What’s this about the ram head separating rain?

Its vortex design spins out water before air hits your engine. So when you’re copping a downpour near Nelson Bay, you won’t hydrolock. Just keep driving.

Improve Off-road Performance of Your Mazda BT-50

Tackle Port Stephens river crossings or Central Coast trails confidently with a Safari SS985HF Snorkel for your Mazda BT-50 (08/2011 Onwards 3.2L Diesel Engines). Engineered for harsh Australian conditions, its UV-stable polyethylene construction protects against dust, deep water, and engine damage.

Trust Opposite Lock Cardiff’s factory-trained technicians for precision installation of Safari Snorkels on a 3.2L Diesel Mazda BT-50. We service all Hunter Region owners – from Newcastle and Maitland to Port Stephens and Nelson Bay.

Secure your BT-50’s engine today: Call us at 02 40581911 to book your appointment online.

Install Safari Snorkel on Mazda 08/2011 - 2020 3.2L BT-50 at Opposite Lock Cardiff