Quote Originally Posted by LittleBeast View Post
Probably because of heat. Thin (clear) water evaporates, or runs off, or even just washes through, but Mudd and junk clog up all the small openings that help keep all the electronical components cool, heat and electronics = no bueno :-)
Thanks

That explains it and justifies having kilby skid plates or a lower alternator shield for mud crossings.