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05-20-2016, 07:32 AM
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I would think the problem would be less to do with being in 4WD and more to do if the hubs are locked together. If you're vehicle automatically locks the hubs, I wouldn't rethink using it as you'll either get wheel hop or put undue stress on your driveline. If your hubs / transfer case is manually lockable, I would say go for it, in unlocked mode, for as long as you need the added traction.
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05-20-2016, 08:36 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by memphis02
I would think the problem would be less to do with being in 4WD and more to do if the hubs are locked together. If you're vehicle automatically locks the hubs, I wouldn't rethink using it as you'll either get wheel hop or put undue stress on your driveline. If your hubs / transfer case is manually lockable, I would say go for it, in unlocked mode, for as long as you need the added traction.
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Well without the locking the hubs or transfer case, your not gonna get any added traction
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05-20-2016, 06:14 PM
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I would not tow in 4WD. 4WD is only for poor traction on slippery or loose surfaces. ie;grass, sand, dirt, gravel, snow, ice etc. Not to be used on hard surfaces, asphalt, concrete etc. Only where you have loss of traction.
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05-20-2016, 06:27 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by PhyerPhyter
I would not tow in 4WD. 4WD is only for poor traction on slippery or loose surfaces. ie;grass, sand, dirt, gravel, snow, ice etc. Not to be used on hard surfaces, asphalt, concrete etc. Only where you have loss of traction.
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And you have never needed to tow in any of those circumstances?
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05-20-2016, 08:29 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by olyelr
And you have never needed to tow in any of those circumstances?
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Huh? Referring to my post, your question doesn't make sense.
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05-20-2016, 10:20 PM
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as far as I know 4x4 auto is like 4x2 until a wheel spin faster than another...so tow, turn sharp, back up in 4x4 auto as much as you want.
4x4 high or 4x4 low is another ball game
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05-20-2016, 10:22 PM
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from ford : <b>4A (Automatic Four-Wheel Drive) • Set-and-forget function provides four-wheel-
drive capabilities when needed
• Under normal road conditions, most power is sent to the rear wheels
• As road conditions require, engine torque is sent to the front and/or rear wheels to help maintain optimum traction
• Setting is appropriate for any driving, whether on dry pavement or in adverse conditions </b>
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05-21-2016, 05:47 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by PhyerPhyter
Huh? Referring to my post, your question doesn't make sense.
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All those scenarios you say 4wd should only be used for... You have never towed in any of those scenarios?
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05-21-2016, 06:53 PM
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I have towed in snow with 4 wheel engaged and didn't like it one bit but I was sort of stuck and had to get home
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