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Old Mar 18, 2016 | 12:53 PM
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I have a 1987 f150 4x4 with a t19 and manual lock outs and was wondering if i can shift into 4 high while im driving just a random question im new to 4wds this is my first one anything helps
 
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Old Mar 18, 2016 | 12:54 PM
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What type of hubs, Auto - Manual
 
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As long as all 4 wheels are going the same speed your fine but if 1 is spinning DO NOT shift to 4x4 until it stops.
 
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Old Mar 18, 2016 | 12:57 PM
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Sorry I mis read the question.
 
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To be safe, I put the clutch in when shifting in/out of 4HI while moving.
 
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so i can be goin through a field and just shift it in
 
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so i can be goin through a field and just shift it in
As long as your hubs Are locked and you are Not spinning, yes
 
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Assuming your hubs are already locked then yes. As a general rule I don't shift on the fly when applying throttle. So I just let off the gas then shift.
 
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As long as the hubs are already locked in and no wheels are spinning.
 
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Yes as long as the hubs are locked in before and your not doing tight circles you will be fine, 4 low requires you to stop completely.
 
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