[Mr F Baker]

Has anybody driven through flood water --if so what depth of water can the ampera cope with---i would guess at seven inches max --would it help to sheet off the air intakes at the front --( an australian idea! )
THanks for any info
Fred

 

[Big Paul]

Has anybody driven through flood water --if so what depth of water can the ampera cope with---i would guess at seven inches max --would it help to sheet off the air intakes at the front --( an australian idea! )
THanks for any info
Fred

I remember seeing a video of Chevrolet testing the Volt in their water trough and I'm pretty sure it was over seven inches deep. The most serious problem would be if the ICE was running when it might draw in water and "Hydraulic" the pistons, but I've never checked on mine where the air filter intake is positioned. Probably safest to stick at seven inches!!

Big Paul

 

[PRO-AMPERA]

I think this is the video you were thinking of Big Paul

http://www.videoatgm.com/videos/us/en/gm/Safety/Chevrolet-Volt-Water-Trough-Test/1183417394001/1

 

[Big Paul]

I think this is the video you were thinking of Big Paul

http://www.videoatgm.com/videos/us/en/gm/Safety/Chevrolet-Volt-Water-Trough-Test/1183417394001/1

That's the one.

I forgot it was being pushed but seems to edorse the fact these things are researched thoroughly!

Thanks

Big Paul

 

[Paul_Moxhay]

 

[Paul]

We have a road not far from here like that most times it rains.

No, I wont try it.

Not happening.

 

[Andy]

Is the maximum water depth not specified in the handbook ? I know it is for the i3 (for ref, it's 25cm (10")).