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Old 05-20-2016, 07:32 AM   #21
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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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Old 05-20-2016, 08:36 AM   #22
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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.
Well without the locking the hubs or transfer case, your not gonna get any added traction
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Old 05-20-2016, 06:14 PM   #23
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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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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.
And you have never needed to tow in any of those circumstances?
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And you have never needed to tow in any of those circumstances?
Huh? Referring to my post, your question doesn't make sense.
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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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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
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Huh? Referring to my post, your question doesn't make sense.


All those scenarios you say 4wd should only be used for... You have never towed in any of those scenarios?
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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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