Description
Product Specifications
What Is Included in the SS15HFB Cab Chassis Kit
- Safari part number SS15HFB, V Spec industrial grade snorkel
- Designed, moulded, and manufactured entirely in Australia
- UV stabilised cross linked polyethylene body and air ram
- 3.5 inch air ram assembly with built in water separation
- Snorkel outlet hose, 90mm OD x 60mm joiner, and air cleaner entry hose included
- Full stainless steel hardware kit including studs, hex bolts, body washers, nyloc nuts, and self tapping screws
- Plastic inserts included
- Hose clamps in all correct sizes for every connection included
- Guard panel template included for accurate Cab Chassis mudguard fitment
- Lifetime warranty on the snorkel body and air ram
- Compatible with Nissan GU Patrol Cab Chassis Series 1, 2, and 3 TD42Ti Turbocharged Intercooled Diesel, Australian delivered vehicles only
| ITEM | PART NO. | DESCRIPTION | QTY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 485-133-500 | BODY – SNORKEL (SS15HFB) | 1 |
| 2 | 000-135-800 | 3 ½” AIR RAM ASSEMBLY | 1 |
| 3 | 485-032-500 | BRACKET – UPPER MOUNTING | 1 |
| 4 | 000-002-100 | BOLT – HEX – S/S – 6mm x 1.0 x 14mm (SEMS) | 2 |
| 5 | 000-951 | SCREW – S/T – S/S – 4.2mm x 13mm | 3 |
| 6 | 000-960 | INSERT – PLASTIC | 3 |
| 7 | 000-110 | STUD – S/S – 8mm x 1.25 x 25mm | 5 |
| 8 | 000-311-300 | WASHER – BODY – S/S – 8mm x 32mm | 5 |
| 9 | 000-205-300 | NUT – NYLOC – S/S – 8mm x 1.25mm | 5 |
| 10 | 485-024-000 | HOSE – SNORKEL OUTLET | 1 |
| 11 | 485-025-000 | JOINER – 90mm OD x 60mm Long | 1 |
| 12 | 485-024-200 | HOSE – AIR CLEANER ENTRY | 1 |
| 13 | 000-909 | CLAMP – HOSE 80/100mm | 1 |
| 14 | 000-910 | CLAMP – HOSE 90/110mm | 2 |
| 15 | 000-1911 | CLAMP – HOSE 100/120mm | 1 |
| 16 | 000-914/B | CLAMP – HOSE – No. 56 (BLACK) | 1 |
| 17 | 485-017-500 | TEMPLATE – GUARD PANEL | 1 |
How the TD42Ti Kit Differs From the Naturally Aspirated TD42 Version
A Simpler and Cleaner Hose Configuration
One of the important practical differences between the SS15HFB for the TD42Ti Cab Chassis and the SS15HFD for the naturally aspirated TD42 Cab Chassis is the hose and adaptor configuration. The TD42Ti uses a standard diameter air cleaner inlet that connects directly to the snorkel hose system using the 90mm OD joiner and air cleaner entry hose included in the kit. There is no requirement for the large rubber adaptor or foam tape that the naturally aspirated TD42 installation needs. This means the SS15HFB installation on a TD42Ti Cab Chassis is a cleaner, more straightforward process with fewer connection points to seal and a more direct air path from the roof mounted air ram to the engine air cleaner assembly.
Three Series of Fitment With One Consistent Kit
The SS15HFB fits the Nissan GU Patrol Cab Chassis Series 1, Series 2, and Series 3 equipped with the TD42Ti engine across the full production run from 1997 to 2004. The consistent body structure and engine bay layout of the TD42Ti Cab Chassis across these three series means the same snorkel body, the same guard panel template, and the same hose configuration fits all three without modification. For fleet operators or workshops servicing multiple TD42Ti Cab Chassis vehicles across different build years, one part number covers the entire range.
Why the TD42Ti Engine Benefits Significantly From a Raised Air Intake
The Turbocharger Amplifies the Effect of Intake Air Temperature
On a turbocharged engine like the TD42Ti, the air entering the intake is first compressed by the turbocharger before it passes through the intercooler and into the combustion chambers. When intake air starts at a high temperature due to the low factory intake position in a hot engine bay, the turbocharger is compressing already warm air. The compressed air then enters the intercooler at a higher temperature than it should, which reduces the intercooler’s ability to cool it down to optimal charge temperature before combustion. The net result is a less dense air charge entering the combustion chambers and less efficient combustion than the engine is capable of.
Cool Ambient Air at Roof Height Changes the Entire Intake Chain
By fitting the Safari SS15HFB and relocating the intake to roof height, your TD42Ti receives cool ambient air as the starting point for the entire intake process. The turbocharger compresses cooler air, the intercooler receives a lower temperature compressed charge and can cool it more effectively, and the combustion chambers receive a denser, more oxygen rich charge. The improvement flows through every stage of the air delivery system and many TD42Ti Cab Chassis owners report noticeably stronger mid range torque and more responsive power delivery under load after fitting a quality snorkel. For a vehicle that is regularly carrying loads or towing heavy equipment, that improvement in the working rev range is genuinely useful every single day.
Safari's Engineering Quality Sets the SS15HFB Apart
Australian Designed and Manufactured for the Harshest Conditions
Safari Automotive designed the SS15HFB for Australian conditions and Australian working vehicles. The snorkel body and air ram are manufactured in Australia using Safari’s own industrial specification UV stabilised cross linked polyethylene. This is not a product designed elsewhere and adapted for the local market. It is built from the ground up using material specifications calibrated for the intensity of the Australian sun, the temperature extremes from tropical north to alpine south, and the physical abuse that a working Cab Chassis receives every day in the field.
Industrial Grade Wall Thickness for Daily Hard Use
A Cab Chassis working on a farm or station does not get treated gently. It scrapes through tight gates, parks under equipment, takes knocks from loading and unloading, and runs on corrugated tracks that vibrate everything loose over time. The thick wall construction of the SS15HFB snorkel body handles all of that. It resists branch impacts, absorbs the vibration of rough outback roads without cracking, and maintains its seal and structural integrity year after year in the kind of continuous hard working conditions that this vehicle was built for.
Lifetime Warranty for a Snorkel on a Working Vehicle
The SS15HFB is a V Spec Safari snorkel identified by the HF letters in the part number and manufactured to Safari’s industrial grade material standard. It carries a genuine lifetime warranty on the snorkel body and air ram. For a working Cab Chassis owner who depends on their vehicle every day, that lifetime warranty means one less thing to ever budget for or worry about. The snorkel will outlast the working life of the vehicle and the warranty backs that up completely.
The Safari Air Ram Keeps Your TD42Ti Safe Through Crossings and Downpours
High Volume Airflow for a Turbocharged Diesel at Work
The 3.5 inch air ram assembly on the SS15HFB is positioned at roof height facing forward into clean ambient airflow. It delivers the high volume of air that the TD42Ti turbocharged diesel demands under load, whether that is climbing a steep grade with a full tray load, pushing through deep water on a flooded track, or working at sustained load across long distances in remote country. The air ram is sized and positioned to ensure the turbocharger always has the volume of clean air it needs to perform correctly.
Water Separation That Protects a Common Working Scenario
A Cab Chassis working on rural properties crosses water regularly. Creek crossings, flooded paddock tracks, and low water crossings on remote access roads are everyday situations rather than the occasional adventure they represent for a touring four wheel drive. The built in water separation function of the Safari air ram forces water droplets out of the incoming airstream continuously using the internal geometry of the ram head. Your TD42Ti engine keeps receiving dry, clean air throughout every crossing and every heavy rain event your Cab Chassis works through.
Professional SS15HFB Installation at Opposite Lock Cardiff, Newcastle
Reliable Fitment for Working Cab Chassis Owners Across the Hunter Valley
Opposite Lock Cardiff provides professional snorkel installation for Nissan GU Patrol Cab Chassis owners across Newcastle, Cardiff, Hunter Valley, Lake Macquarie, Maitland, Cessnock, and the Central Coast. Our experienced fitment team handles the complete SS15HFB installation on TD42Ti Cab Chassis vehicles correctly from the guard panel cut using the Safari precision template through to all hose routing, connection sealing, and secure A pillar mounting. The result is a professional finish that holds up to the daily hard use a working Cab Chassis demands.
Contact Opposite Lock Cardiff today to order your Safari SS15HFB and book your professional snorkel installation in Newcastle.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the difference between the SS15HFB for the TD42Ti Cab Chassis and the SS15HFD for the naturally aspirated TD42 Cab Chassis?
The SS15HFB and SS15HFD are two different snorkel kits designed for two different engine variants of the Nissan GU Patrol Cab Chassis. The SS15HFB is for the TD42Ti turbocharged intercooled diesel and uses a standard diameter air cleaner inlet connection with a simpler hose configuration that does not require a rubber adaptor or foam tape. The SS15HFD is for the naturally aspirated TD42 diesel which uses a larger diameter air cleaner inlet and requires a dedicated rubber adaptor that transitions from 90mm internal diameter to 152mm internal diameter, along with foam tape for the panel seal. The two kits share the same snorkel body part number but the hose and adaptor components in the kit differ to suit each engine’s air cleaner assembly correctly. It is important to order the correct kit for your specific engine variant to ensure a properly sealed and correctly flowing installation.
Does the SS15HFB fit all three series of the GU Patrol Cab Chassis with the TD42Ti engine?
Yes. The Safari SS15HFB is confirmed to fit the Nissan GU Patrol Cab Chassis equipped with the TD42Ti turbocharged intercooled diesel engine across Series 1, Series 2, and Series 3, covering production from 1997 through to 2004. The consistent body structure and engine bay layout of the TD42Ti Cab Chassis across these three series means the same snorkel body, the same guard panel template, and the same hose configuration suits all three without modification or additional components. This wide fitment coverage makes the SS15HFB a practical choice for fleet operators and rural businesses running multiple TD42Ti Cab Chassis vehicles across different build years. If you have any uncertainty about your specific vehicle variant, the team at Opposite Lock Cardiff in Newcastle can confirm fitment before you order.
Will fitting the Safari SS15HFB improve the performance of my TD42Ti Cab Chassis under working load conditions?
Yes, and for a turbocharged intercooled diesel used for work rather than weekend touring, the performance improvement under load is particularly relevant. The TD42Ti intake air chain starts with what enters the snorkel or factory intake, passes through the turbocharger where it is compressed and heated, then through the intercooler where it is cooled before entering the combustion chambers. When the starting point is cool, clean ambient air from roof height rather than hot engine bay air from the factory intake position, every stage of that chain performs better. The turbocharger compresses a cooler, denser air charge. The intercooler has less work to do and achieves a lower final charge temperature. The combustion chambers receive a denser, more oxygen rich mixture. The practical result for a working Cab Chassis is stronger mid range torque under load, more consistent power when climbing grades with weight on board, and improved fuel economy during sustained work runs.
Can I get the Safari SS15HFB fitted on my TD42Ti Cab Chassis at a workshop near Newcastle?
Yes. Opposite Lock Cardiff offers professional snorkel installation for Nissan GU Patrol Cab Chassis owners across the Newcastle, Cardiff, Hunter Valley, Lake Macquarie, Maitland, Cessnock, and Central Coast regions. Our experienced 4WD fitment team handles the complete SS15HFB installation on TD42Ti Cab Chassis vehicles, including the accurate guard panel cut using the Safari supplied precision template, correct routing and sealing of all hose connections, and secure A pillar mounting that holds up to the vibration and loading of daily working use. We understand that a working vehicle cannot be off the road for longer than necessary and our team works to complete installations efficiently and to a standard that you can depend on. Contact our Cardiff workshop to get a quote and book your installation at a time that suits your schedule.
How does the Safari air ram water separator protect my TD42Ti engine during creek crossings on a working property?
The Safari 3.5 inch air ram assembly on the SS15HFB incorporates a built in water separation function that works continuously during driving. The internal geometry of the air ram creates a centrifugal effect as air enters at speed, which forces water droplets outward and away from the main airstream before they can travel down the snorkel body toward your engine. This separation happens passively with no moving parts, no maintenance required, and no driver input needed. For a TD42Ti Cab Chassis that regularly crosses creeks, drives through flooded paddock gates, and operates in wet season conditions on rural properties, this continuous water separation means your engine keeps receiving clean, dry air throughout every crossing without any action required from the driver. Combined with the raised intake position that keeps the entry point well above the waterline of any standard crossing, the SS15HFB provides comprehensive water protection for an engine that simply cannot afford to ingest water during a working day.
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