weld the rear end??
Thread Starter
|
More Turbo
Joined: Nov 2010
Posts: 668
Likes: 54
weld the rear end??
So I have been doin some thinking about welding my rear axle. Its only a 2wd so itd be nice to have something better than an open rear axle when it sees wet grass and leaves me stuck. So my main question is how bad will this hurt my on road handling. I know i will get some tire chirping but how bad will turning be since its such a long wheelbase. Is it worth doin this or would it be a waste of time?
Mountain Pass
Joined: Sep 2005
Posts: 235
Likes: 84
From: West TN
From everything I've read, the long wheel base would probably make it less severe than on something like a Wrangler. But it's still bad on the tires so you'll need to rotate them more often and you'll need to be much more careful when driving in rain, snow and ice. Also, you increase the risk of breaking stuff...
I feel your pain though. I've had to get pulled 4 feet before because the rear wheels were off the driveway and it just spun in place.
I feel your pain though. I've had to get pulled 4 feet before because the rear wheels were off the driveway and it just spun in place.
Thread Starter
|
More Turbo
Joined: Nov 2010
Posts: 668
Likes: 54
Yea a posi would be nice but not worth the cost since it only gets driven 3 months while I'm home from college. Was looking for a cheap fast way to get more traction. Ive got a few things to fi
random shut offs, IP swap) before I start playing with rear ends and the fun things.
random shut offs, IP swap) before I start playing with rear ends and the fun things.
Trending Topics
Laughing Gas
Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 859
Likes: 2
From: Port Orchard, WA
You're going to hate it...
The system needs to be able to disperse energy, or else it will break. Everything follows that same logic. They build skyscrapers that are designed to sway.
If the diff's welded up and you're turning, then it has to find a way to turn the wheels at a different rate. So something's gotta give. Usually this will be the tires. What that means is that you're going to wear your tires out. Fast. And next time you're stuck in wet leaves, both wheels will turn, but your worn out tire tread will keep you from moving.
And as said above, if you load it so that the tires can't slip... Something else will break.
-Matt
The system needs to be able to disperse energy, or else it will break. Everything follows that same logic. They build skyscrapers that are designed to sway.
If the diff's welded up and you're turning, then it has to find a way to turn the wheels at a different rate. So something's gotta give. Usually this will be the tires. What that means is that you're going to wear your tires out. Fast. And next time you're stuck in wet leaves, both wheels will turn, but your worn out tire tread will keep you from moving.
And as said above, if you load it so that the tires can't slip... Something else will break.
-Matt
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)
Michael S. Palmer
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath
Verdad Gallardo
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer
Joe Kucinski
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)
Brett Foote
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies
Joe Kucinski
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make
Brett Foote
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!
Michael S. Palmer
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home
Verdad Gallardo
Fleet Owner
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 20,373
Likes: 841
From: Mi'kma'ki
if you need traction,you need a front axle to help pull.
if your running a 2wd truck,you learn real fast to keep 'er on the road.just remember it gets stuck off gravel or pavement,and you'll watch where you drive/park.it shouldn't be too tough for 3 months.
stay safe.
if your running a 2wd truck,you learn real fast to keep 'er on the road.just remember it gets stuck off gravel or pavement,and you'll watch where you drive/park.it shouldn't be too tough for 3 months.
stay safe.
Postmaster
Joined: Dec 2004
Posts: 2,941
Likes: 30
From: Maple Valley, WA
Second, My B2 is welded in the rear, and its street driven. Even on a B2 (Very short WB), it wasnt as bad as I thought it was going be, but it is HELL on tires. I drove the B2 to Yuma, AZ and back with the welded rear last November, not bad at all. It more than makes up for it in the traction department
Your not going to break anything on a hefty axle, you just need to weigh the cost aspect of new tires vs. putting a locker/posi unit in it, as you WILL wear your tires much quicker...
Thread Starter
|
More Turbo
Joined: Nov 2010
Posts: 668
Likes: 54
Im already very careful where i park and drive. Even parking at a campout ill make sure im up hill so i get momentum leaving. Id also be able to leave to burnout marks where i am instead of one whimpy line.
Elder User
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 589
Likes: 2
From: Nutter Fort,West Virginia
my pop's had a locker in his truck, and when driving up hills here in town it would lock and he couldn't turn. he ended up putting a limited slip in there with an extra clutch disk and loves it.
ha also sheared off the blots that hold the axle to the hub with the locker, but the axle was fine.
ha also sheared off the blots that hold the axle to the hub with the locker, but the axle was fine.
