I certainly don't need a snorkel. I don't mind the noise. I don't care for the look. I'm thinking about the TRD Pro mod to gain back the better breathing. Don't know I would remove the snorkel as it would leave a bracket on the A pillar and a hole in the fender. Though might could cover the hole...
Personally, I'm getting used to the sound. Plus, I can more easily hear what the engine is doing. I'm still not a fan of the look, tho.
I'm curious, though. Is the 3 HP drop due to the snorkel itself or the routing of the air through the fender? Has anyone simply disconnected the snorkel at...