Cowl intake

what about sucking water into the carb if it rained?

The ridges in the tubing would do a pretty good job of collecting most of the water, if it even made it into the tube. The plastic mesh would catch most drops I think. If it was a torrent of water enough to get into the tube in the first place, and then make it past the ridges, then up the tube, then it has to soak the air cleaner filter. Not really going to be a problem. I noticed a slight smell of exhaust in the cabin after shutdown, but it was quick and I don't care really. It's not for everyone though. Love the dual snorkels! If I had the parts to do it that way I certainly would have!