2wd to 4wd conversion
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2wd to 4wd conversion
Can anyone tell me roughly how much it would cost:-staun to convert my 95 F250 PSD 5 speed regular cab, LWB 2 wheel drive to 4 wheel drive? I mean, it doesnt have to be a monster rock-crawler or anything, just something to go muddin in. Or at least so I don't get stuck in my yard anymore(3 times in the past 6 months). I know nothing about it, except for what I read in Dan McDonals's tech article. What are all of the parts I would need? Ive got access to just about any tools necessary. Also, where is a good place to buy axles? Are Dana's the best? What shoud I stay away from? Could I get a wrecked truck from a junkyard? If anyone could, it would be great to have step-by-step instructions, or at least an email addy for help. Any comments/suggestions welcome and appreciated.
Thanks. J E
TN.
Thanks. J E
TN.
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2wd to 4wd conversion
I've never done this myself,but everything I've heard and read said if you really want to do it,get the parts from a wrecked 4x4 from the salvage yard. But you're probably better off to sell your truck and buy one that was made 4x4. Less money and headaches.
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From: Baileyton, TN
2wd to 4wd conversion
It is possible to do, but not too easy, as there is usually not sufficient room under the engine, in 2 wheel drive configuration.. So, the first thing to do is to lift the vehicle at least 4 inches, then get an axle with the same ratio as the rear. Then you need a transfer case, behind the transmission, to get the drive to the front.. attach a driveshaft, and shorten the rear one, and you are about there..
systems that need serious modification are, suspension, steering and driveline angles... I have done it and had success, but it is not a faint hearted task..
It would be far easier, and probably cheaper, to go out and buy an old 4x4 and modify to your specs... You can get a high mileage powerstroke diesel 4x4 for less than 15000 now, with plenty of life left in it..
Wm
http://s2.webshots.com/icache/co/46/38/21954638hyIRLZnMLJthumb.jpg F450 White with Grey interior Crew Cab. Banks Turbo, Intercooler and Exhuast,
Power pack Chip, shift kit, Auxiliary transmission, electronic enhanced transmission control,
16 forward and 4 reverse ratios, 4.10 gears. 340hp 660ft lb 4 wheel drive, 12,ooo# winch
systems that need serious modification are, suspension, steering and driveline angles... I have done it and had success, but it is not a faint hearted task..
It would be far easier, and probably cheaper, to go out and buy an old 4x4 and modify to your specs... You can get a high mileage powerstroke diesel 4x4 for less than 15000 now, with plenty of life left in it..
Wm
http://s2.webshots.com/icache/co/46/38/21954638hyIRLZnMLJthumb.jpg F450 White with Grey interior Crew Cab. Banks Turbo, Intercooler and Exhuast,
Power pack Chip, shift kit, Auxiliary transmission, electronic enhanced transmission control,
16 forward and 4 reverse ratios, 4.10 gears. 340hp 660ft lb 4 wheel drive, 12,ooo# winch
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