[wolf]

i wanted to know how deep can my stock D2, 1999 go under water?, which line is the limit on my picture i made
my guess would be about as deep as #3, am i right?, and are my doors water proof???

 

[Muddy Oval]

My wife's 95 Disco... stock at the time of this pic. Not a drop of water got in, but we lubricate the door seals. It's been a tad deeper, but the trick is to get through without stopping.

 

[rmuller]

To answer your question, 4 or 5 is the deepest i'd go with a stock.. the main reason is because the air intake on the DII is located right above the passenger wheel well.

I'm reposting something that I posted on another forum, asking a question as to which can go deeper, a jeep or a disco:

There are various factors to contribute while going under water..

1. Axle breathers - You can easily raise these as high as you want with more tubing
2. Air Intake - On a DII it is right above the front, drivers wheel well. Snorkel will raise this to the roof line
3. Engine - While it's sealed rather well, pushing it completly underwater for a while probably isn't good for it. The same goes for other areas, such as the transmission, transfer case, etc.. while they are sealed, water may be able to find its way through drain plugs.
4. Exhaust - Most likely not a problem since its pushing air out, but if you stall under water, then start up again, you can ingest water.. not good.
5. Electronics - This is where the real pisser is.. you can soak your transmission ECU, your main ECU, your fuse box, etc.. you can fix this by using rubbermaid containers and sealing them up rather well. For all the connectors, use some dielectric grease on them, it wont let the water in.

Those are all the major concerns, if everything is properly sealed, I don't see any reason why a rover can't go up to the snorkel/breather lines under water.. the main concern is #3 (engine/drain plugs/etc..)

As for a J**p, i've seen many of jeeps suck down water and kill their transmissions.. From what I understand, the inspection plate on the bellhousing unit will let a ton of water in since there is a drain hole there to let the water out. On some jeeps I think it's worse then others.. You have to modify the vent to raise it.

All in all, if you're going to be submerging something, get a diesel! The less electronics allow it to be submerged longer.

 

[Badger1]

Nice pic Steve!


2000 D2, went to roughly #2 on your pic! I wouldn't recommend it though, because with the stock breather positions the diff fluids will get contaminated.

 

[roverX]

As deep as you're willing to drive her. :drive:

 

[Disco Mike]

As deep as you're willing to drive her. :drive:

Yes, as long as your insurance is paid up.
Stock DII's will suck water between 3 and 4 depending on what direction you and the water current are going.
Mike J.

 

[wolf]

r the doors waterproof?

 

[Rippers]

We've taken our Disco (DiscoJen's truck) that was stock at the time as deep as 2 - BUT it's dangerous and should be avoided - you are taking a big risk by going deeper than 5 for a long period and especially if there is a chance you may get stuck - your inside will stay dry as long as you make sure your seals are intact and lubed up just as Steve said. Again the key is to keep moving as nice nice pace so water is not forced inside.

Another option that we almost have to do down here because of all the water in FL is to get a snorkel This is a friend of mine who gets probably one of the best deals on them.

 

[01001010]

I too have been at 2 but was a quick dip in a deep hole that was small in diameter. I can do 3 without having water come in but I would avoid that, atleast until you feel confident enough with your driving skills and knowlegde of your truck. start with 6 and work your way up, since you wouldnt want to start off at 3 and get stuck and then have tons of $$$ to cough up for repairs. Besides skill and knowledge, a lot of preparation and maint. goes into a truck that's going to see a lot of water.


Also, (this is the reason I found this forum) ALWAYS let your truck cool off for a bit before getting into water. Warped rotors REALLY REALLY SUCK!

 

[Disco]

If you do a search under Off Road Wading, you will find a comprehensive post I wrote about it. Anything over 5 is looking for trouble. In an emergency you probably need to chance it, but your truck is not designed to be a submarine. Yes, there are many occasions when guys go deeper and get away with it, but eventually your luck will run out, and then, you better have a very thick wallet.
BTW, your doors are not water proof. If you are in water above the door sills, water won't ingress whilst your are moving and creating a bow wave, however, if you stall or stop, you will probably fry any internal electrical equipment thats at that water level.

 

[01001010]

If you do a search under Off Road Wading, you will find a comprehensive post I wrote about it. Anything over 5 is looking for trouble. In an emergency you probably need to chance it, but your truck is not designed to be a submarine. Yes, there are many occasions when guys go deeper and get away with it, but eventually your luck will run out, and then, you better have a very thick wallet.
BTW, your doors are not water proof. If you are in water above the door sills, water won't ingress whilst your are moving and creating a bow wave, however, if you stall or stop, you will probably fry any internal electrical equipment thats at that water level.

Amen....

 

[SCSL]

No deeper than this:

 

[Disco]

SCSL, your first picture says it all. I'd hate the repair bill for that one.

 

[roverX]

Why not? They had a snorkel?

 

[Rover Nick]

As for pic 1, how did they get there? Who in there right mind would drive into a lake? I know it can be fun wading but, come on.

P.S. The camel trophy guys are pardoned, most of them are nuts anyway

 

[discostew]

i don't understand how you can wade deeper than the exhaust pipe. is there an alternative exit?

 

[keptin]

The exhaust forces the water out of the pipe.....thats why it would be a very bad idea to shut your engine off (or stall).


Supposedly the disco I/II's can go up to the bottom of thier headlights in water. It can probably go a bit higher because when you wade your vehicle forms a wake in front of it which makes the water seem a bit higher then it is.

The problem with wading is i wouldnt do it unless you plan to change your diff fluid. You have to extend your axle breather lines.....otherwise your diffs are going to get filled with water.....

 

[01001010]

we talk about all the repairs and money needed to cough up....but for the ones who ask "why"....ITS FUN!!!..lol

when i first become a member I too posted about wading and everyone told me to stay away from it...so like every teen, I did exactly the opposite. I have to say it was fun as hek, but like I was warned, I did have much to pay for after. So unless you realistically are ready to cough up money, REALITICALLY STAY AWAY FROM IT!

 

[SCSL]

Who in there right mind would drive into a lake?

(in your best bull-frog voice)

BUD--WEI--SER

 

[Disco]

A nice bow wave in deep water is essential provided you don't hit a rocky section, a deep hole or other obstacles. It is important that the coarse across the water/boghole is walked across first to establish the best line to follow. Placing sticks into creek/riverbed/boghole as markers helps immensely particularily if you are on your own.