Water crossing concerns

[Trevor Cory]

Well I got stuck between a rock and a hard place, had to cross a deep section on a trail that was probably about 25" deep of muddy water to make it home. Of course the power wagon had no issues besides a small winch assist to make it through the end. This is my first PW, (I have a '22) I am a little concerned if any water got into places it shouldn't have such as the front/rear diffs or anywhere else. Should I do a fluid diff fluid change or check anything else? No noticeable issues with the truck at all and I know they're "okay up to 30 inches of water" but I am still a little concerned about any hidden issues.

Any recommendations? Or is the truck a solid tank and I am just worrying for no reason.

 

[jsalbre]

Probably fine, but if you were over the diff breathers there’s always the possibility of sucking some in. You could pull the fill plugs and stick a diy dipstick in to check what the fluid looks like.

 

[44Dan44]

Welcome to the forum @Trevor Cory

 

[snocam]

Where were you four wheeling? That looks like the Pine Barrens, where I grew up .

 

[Wobly]

The vent tubes on the newer -19+ Power Wagons has a Gore Tex membrane that is designed to let hot air out but stop water from getting in. I was going to relocate my vents, but decided to try the membranes out for a while. I have been through a lot of water and have never had a problem with contaminated oil.
Lots of info in this thread. https://hdrams.com/forum/index.php?threads/axle-vents-breathers.3684/

 

[areuriding]

Your good man....