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Survival and Preparations Long and short term survival and 'prepping'.

 
 
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Old 02-20-2014, 7:51 AM
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Sometimes you will hear the claim that a locked 2WD equals an open 4WD, but this is not even close to being true.

MAXIMUM traction

- locked 2WD - two wheels
- open 4WD - four wheels

One wheel spins

- locked 2WD - one wheel
- open 4WD - two wheels

Two wheels spin

- locked 2WD - no wheels (stuck)
- open 4WD - no wheels (stuck)

But even in this last case, unless a front and a rear wheel slip on the open 4WD at the exact same time, there will still be two wheels propelling the vehicle forward, allowing the spinning wheel to grip on something. If traction is a concern, 4WD always beats 2WD.


Quote:
Originally Posted by Joshua Tree View Post
A 4x4 will have a low gear range option in the transfer case.
This too.

Quote:
Originally Posted by Cypriss32 View Post
4wd all the time. Not only is it more useful, but the parts are heavier duty. I've owned about 20 trucks. 4 started as 2wd and became 4x4 because all 2wd **** is so small and weak. Buy once, when you need it you will be thankful you have it.
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