Hi, New in NW OK
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Hi I have studied this site for a while and found some great tips, love looking at all the great builds and tips. Just starting my build has to be off road, while maintaining daily driver status.
Corey
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Lead Diesel Tech. Janzen GMC
Former US Army & OK Army National Guard, Truck Driver
Roads? Where we're going we don't need roads! - Doc Brown
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OKTrailblazer - Cruiser
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NC_IslandRunner - Moderator
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Welcome. 2WD eh?
Just remember that you'll need to substitute traction with speed to hit the same trails as a 4WD... which can tend to lead to damaging results.
But hey, at least you don't need to worry about the same limitations us 4WD guys do in the front suspension. Lift it to the sky.
Just remember that you'll need to substitute traction with speed to hit the same trails as a 4WD... which can tend to lead to damaging results.
But hey, at least you don't need to worry about the same limitations us 4WD guys do in the front suspension. Lift it to the sky.
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Howdy
they've always worked for me.
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HARDTRAILZ - Moderator
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Well I have started to explore the options of putting a 4wd under it, I work at a GM dealership and have all the tools and know how to do such a big job. Looking for a wrecked in the rear 4wd at salvage now. Just to have spare parts as well.
Corey
Lead Diesel Tech. Janzen GMC
Former US Army & OK Army National Guard, Truck Driver
Roads? Where we're going we don't need roads! - Doc Brown
Pray for peace, prepare for war!
"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
Lead Diesel Tech. Janzen GMC
Former US Army & OK Army National Guard, Truck Driver
Roads? Where we're going we don't need roads! - Doc Brown
Pray for peace, prepare for war!
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OKTrailblazer - Cruiser
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If I were 2wd and wanted 4WD, I would sell and shop for a V8 4X4.
"Please consider a search before posting. Folks on this site PIONEERED functional offroad use of these trucks."
The answer to many common lift questions can be found here
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The answer to many common lift questions can be found here
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navigator - Moderator
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4WD wouldn't be impossible to swap to. Just lengthy and involved.
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Yea thought about not buying, but it was a grrrrreat deal from the dealership!
Corey
Lead Diesel Tech. Janzen GMC
Former US Army & OK Army National Guard, Truck Driver
Roads? Where we're going we don't need roads! - Doc Brown
Pray for peace, prepare for war!
"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
Lead Diesel Tech. Janzen GMC
Former US Army & OK Army National Guard, Truck Driver
Roads? Where we're going we don't need roads! - Doc Brown
Pray for peace, prepare for war!
"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
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OKTrailblazer - Cruiser
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Seems like an easier platform to SAS with...
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Would definitely not waste time and effort putting stock 4x4 in it....solid axle if you are going to invest that much.
they've always worked for me.
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Welcome. It seems all my opinions have been covered. Good work!
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Any suggestions on what type/kind of 4wd to put under.
Corey
Lead Diesel Tech. Janzen GMC
Former US Army & OK Army National Guard, Truck Driver
Roads? Where we're going we don't need roads! - Doc Brown
Pray for peace, prepare for war!
"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
Lead Diesel Tech. Janzen GMC
Former US Army & OK Army National Guard, Truck Driver
Roads? Where we're going we don't need roads! - Doc Brown
Pray for peace, prepare for war!
"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
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OKTrailblazer - Cruiser
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If you are not going the stock route and want to do a full blown SAS build, take a look at these threads:
viewtopic.php?f=77&t=2436
viewtopic.php?f=77&t=1562
Or alternatively, if you are just looking to go fast off-road, you can do a pre-runner type build and not worry about the front wheel drive. You could get a fair amount of travel out of the front arms since you don't have to worry about a CV shaft.
viewtopic.php?f=77&t=2436
viewtopic.php?f=77&t=1562
Or alternatively, if you are just looking to go fast off-road, you can do a pre-runner type build and not worry about the front wheel drive. You could get a fair amount of travel out of the front arms since you don't have to worry about a CV shaft.
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OKTrailblazer wrote:while maintaining daily driver status.
HARDTRAILZ wrote:solid axle if you are going to invest that much.
JamesDowning wrote:want to do a full blown SAS build, take a look at these threads
lol
nah but in all seriousness, welcome! I sometimes wish I started out with a 2WD. I have a buddy that threw in a 4WD system in a Xterra. Talk about work..
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