offroading in a v10
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offroading in a v10
Hi, new to the forum 
. I see lots of threads about the v10's great towing capabilities but rarely see info on its offroading capabilities. Are these trucks just too heavy and bulky to preform well? Or do they plow through mud, snow, sand, and the occasional lake 
. Any insights or pics would be great!
. I see lots of threads about the v10's great towing capabilities but rarely see info on its offroading capabilities. Are these trucks just too heavy and bulky to preform well? Or do they plow through mud, snow, sand, and the occasional lake . Any insights or pics would be great!
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Mine holds it's own.
I love to drive in deep snow-I've never had any problems at all in the winter. The weight of these trucks really cuts down through the snow so the tires can get traction.
A few winters ago we got a 24" snowfall in less than a day and the only vehicles moving were real 4wd trucks and suvs. All the little awd cars and mini suvs were stuck-not enough ground clearance or weight and it was a blast.
I'm not into offroading for fun but I do drive offroad frequently on jobs/chores and as long as you're careful it'll go. The biggest factor is the size of these trucks. It's easy to get into a tight spot and not be able to get turned around etc. Have fun!
I love to drive in deep snow-I've never had any problems at all in the winter. The weight of these trucks really cuts down through the snow so the tires can get traction.
A few winters ago we got a 24" snowfall in less than a day and the only vehicles moving were real 4wd trucks and suvs. All the little awd cars and mini suvs were stuck-not enough ground clearance or weight and it was a blast.
I'm not into offroading for fun but I do drive offroad frequently on jobs/chores and as long as you're careful it'll go. The biggest factor is the size of these trucks. It's easy to get into a tight spot and not be able to get turned around etc. Have fun!
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i think for its size the SD holds its own out there, the v-10 would be superior for 4-wheeling
anyone remember the FX4 "Hoss Edition" prototype that was featured in 4wheel and offroad mag? front and rear heavy duty bumpers, winch, v-10, 6-spd,4:30 gears, 35" procomps, front and rear electric lockers. i would love to beable to buy that from the factory
anyone remember the FX4 "Hoss Edition" prototype that was featured in 4wheel and offroad mag? front and rear heavy duty bumpers, winch, v-10, 6-spd,4:30 gears, 35" procomps, front and rear electric lockers. i would love to beable to buy that from the factory
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I had mine on the beach last month. Handles the deep soft sand very well, Some PSD guys were eyballing me, certain I'd get stuck, thinking I had a diesel too. When I went by, they just tried to ignore me. PSDs and soft sand don't mix well with stock tires.
No rockcrawling or mudding here though. Just the beach, a boat ramp or the farm. It excells in these areas for me.
No rockcrawling or mudding here though. Just the beach, a boat ramp or the farm. It excells in these areas for me.
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I just got back from a trip in the Wind River Range of the Rockies . We traveled some on cow trails ,no problem in ideal conditions . I entered a wash board road & felt it would shake the X apart @ low speeds . I traveled maybe 4 mi got off of it .
I fear for all the micro processors , sensors , switches ,delicate electronics ect on board . I feel a 8,000 lb vehicle being shook to death is wrong . Sure enough the locking mechanism on the rear window shook off .
My buddy told me he traveled in his old Bronco @ 60 mph on roads like this . I asked him what his Bronco weighed & how many micro processors did it have & why doesn't he drive it anymore ? Cause & effect ?
I fear for all the micro processors , sensors , switches ,delicate electronics ect on board . I feel a 8,000 lb vehicle being shook to death is wrong . Sure enough the locking mechanism on the rear window shook off .
My buddy told me he traveled in his old Bronco @ 60 mph on roads like this . I asked him what his Bronco weighed & how many micro processors did it have & why doesn't he drive it anymore ? Cause & effect ?
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There is a sliding scale when it comes to offroad. You can go on a gravel road and call it offroad, or lock it in 4-low and have two tires off the ground, you know what I mean. I have a friend that drove down a tight forest service road and scratched the clear coat of his paint due to tree limbs and he called it offroading.
I had a Jeep Wrangler, built specifically for offroading. It handled like **** in the wind when on road, but offroad, 4-low, it was like a mountain goat.
My SD is a pig (in comparison) when it comes to offroading; however, with 4.30 gearing and some offroad rubber it'll get through some decent, relatively flat, stuff. I'll likely add a limited slip to the front (came stock with the rear) and some decent rubber and know that snow, sand and mud will be ok, but deep ruts or rocks will beat it up too much.
I had a Jeep Wrangler, built specifically for offroading. It handled like **** in the wind when on road, but offroad, 4-low, it was like a mountain goat.
My SD is a pig (in comparison) when it comes to offroading; however, with 4.30 gearing and some offroad rubber it'll get through some decent, relatively flat, stuff. I'll likely add a limited slip to the front (came stock with the rear) and some decent rubber and know that snow, sand and mud will be ok, but deep ruts or rocks will beat it up too much.
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We take our toy haulers and camp on the beach. We let air down to about 15-20 and they will goal most anywhere. I've been stuck up to my a** before but I'm amazed at where she will go. Not a rock crawler by any means but its fun to come out of a bunch of trees and come up on a Jeep Safari! 
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The gas engine being lighter than the diesel, it will be better in the soft stuff.
I've driven my SD in snow up to the grill. Like MountainHound, I've gone out when everyone else is stuck in their driveways even WITH a 4x4 SUV.
I've been in some light mud, sand, and dirt, and my truck is rather well balanced.
But then, buying a Shortbed Supercab was a strategic decision
It's almost the shortest wheelbase available in an SD (145"), besides the regular cab long-bed.
I've driven my SD in snow up to the grill. Like MountainHound, I've gone out when everyone else is stuck in their driveways even WITH a 4x4 SUV.
I've been in some light mud, sand, and dirt, and my truck is rather well balanced.
But then, buying a Shortbed Supercab was a strategic decision
It's almost the shortest wheelbase available in an SD (145"), besides the regular cab long-bed.
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Thanks for all the info guys. The general response seems to be that the v10 will get you were you need to go but is not a designated offroad vehicle. Its a vehicle to haul your offroad vehicle(s) to the trails on the weekend.
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Well im trying to find the SD guys that offroad with the v10, but everyone who has replied so far has said that they only really have to offroad when needed. Id really love to see some pics of the big hog in a mud hole or something.
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Originally Posted by bigredv10
Well im trying to find the SD guys that offroad with the v10, but everyone who has replied so far has said that they only really have to offroad when needed. Id really love to see some pics of the big hog in a mud hole or something.
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i have a few on here, i lost alot of pics from races we attended when my web site crashed, but i managed to save a few.
v10 action pics
v10 action pics