Originally Posted by
MattMPS3
I had a Repco shield fitted to mine (~$40), just to stop water getting in from behind the wheel arch vent, but it was removed due to clearance issues when a pump was installed in the inner guard location.
I have had no issues in the past, or with the recent heavy rain in Sydney without the shield. Just if you are going through puddles keep a constant speed, the tyres will create a 'bow wave' effect pushing the water away from the danger area.
Or try and find a big 4wd and sit in their wake and let them push all the water out of the way for you.