converting 2wd to 4wd

Reply Subscribe

Thread Tools

Search this Thread

Feb 11, 2004 | 03:37 AM

stuckinsnow

Thread Starter

New User

Joined: Feb 2004

Posts: 2

Likes: 0

converting 2wd to 4wd

I was wondering if it would be possible to convert my 2wd expedition to 4wd?? My 2wd was great when I wasn't trying to drive thru 12" of snow all the time, but now I'm getting stuck everywhere I go.

I love my expy, but really need 4wd. Does any know if it's feasible?

Feb 11, 2004 | 04:09 AM

philrush

Junior User

Joined: Sep 2003

Posts: 90

Likes: 0

From: Virginia

without trying to sound like a smart a$$, the only way to do it economically is to drive to the nearest lot, and trade yours in on a 4 wd.

Feb 11, 2004 | 08:09 AM

dakota_viking

Elder User

Joined: Sep 2003

Posts: 753

Likes: 2

From: Oklahoma

Seriously, this would be a HUGE undertaking which, by the time you bought all of the parts, would run you close to the difference of trading for a 4 x 4.

I would have to agree with phil and tell you to start watching the lots.

Good Luck!

Feb 11, 2004 | 09:28 AM

propellerhead

Senior User

Joined: Mar 2001

Posts: 458

Likes: 0

From: Grande Pradera, TX

Have you considered a locking rear diff to get true 2WD?

Feb 11, 2004 | 01:08 PM

buzzard

Logistics Pro

Joined: Oct 2000

Posts: 3,960

Likes: 5

From: All over Texas

Your proposal, even for older non-electronically controlled systems, is flat out huge. I have a '68 F-250 and have followed several threads whereby guys have converted older pickups from 2wd to 4wd and the consensus was that they'd never try to do it again. Now think about the complexity of a late model truck with all the added components.....ouch.

I've gotta agree with the other guys, sell your 2wd and buy a 4 wd.

Good Luck.

Feb 11, 2004 | 02:32 PM

stuckinsnow

Thread Starter

New User

Joined: Feb 2004

Posts: 2

Likes: 0

Thanks for the info and the quick reply.

I will heed your advice and keep my eyes open for a trade. Even as much as I hate to get rid of my expy, it just won't work where I live.
Thanks again.