Anyone here using a full size truck with only two wheel drive? I have a nissan titan 2 wheel and wondering if I am gonna have problems getting to ride spots. Also loading and unloading from the back of the truck.
2 WHEEL DRIVE?
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I rarely have to use 4x, just need about 500 pounds in the bed and a good set of tires. Depending on where you live and how often you're on snowy/icy roads, may consider studded snow tires, or just keep a set of tire chains with you. Then again, biggest trailer I tow in the winter barely fits two sleds and I don't have to go up any passes to get to the trailhead.
2wd works fine most of the time but when you need 4wd it is priceless but I drive 530 miles one way and I want to be able to drive thru any "reasonable" snow or ice conditions.
Carry chains or use studded tires.
It all depends how far you drive, typical weather/roads, how often you go, etc.
Having the sled in the back is a plus and as long as you have good tires I would guess you'll be fine.
Carry chains or use studded tires.
It all depends how far you drive, typical weather/roads, how often you go, etc.
Having the sled in the back is a plus and as long as you have good tires I would guess you'll be fine.
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2wd pickup truck???? i dont use mine a whole hell of a lot in 4wd. mind you even without the sleds on the deck i have almost 1000# In the bed with my deck, propane tank, and assorted winter supplies, chains, etc. also was running brand new A/T tires that rock on ice snow.
BUT, when i want it, im glad to have it. the other night the road got so icy i could barely go uphill without 4wd. i get into parking lots that arent well plowed and they get rowdy. just seems like kicking yourself to be going out without it. but if you have to get a good set of chains for when you need it, they will get you a long ways.
BUT, when i want it, im glad to have it. the other night the road got so icy i could barely go uphill without 4wd. i get into parking lots that arent well plowed and they get rowdy. just seems like kicking yourself to be going out without it. but if you have to get a good set of chains for when you need it, they will get you a long ways.
And a good shovel and maybe a Hi-Lift jack.
As long as you have chains you should be alright.
Personally after growing up driving a 2wd in the winter I promised myself I'd never own another truck without it.
Personally after growing up driving a 2wd in the winter I promised myself I'd never own another truck without it.
I've towed the past few winters with a one ton Ford van. I use studded snows, carry chains. I've had to chain it up ~10 times, never on a paved highway, always in parking lots/FS roads.
Very doable, but pay attention to tires & carry chains. Never come close to not getting there with chains.
Very doable, but pay attention to tires & carry chains. Never come close to not getting there with chains.
Yeah, thats kinda my take ... I would say that %90 of the time I'm towing in 2WD but its those days when the weather is bad coming in or you're trying to pull into a snow-covere lot that you'd be totally screwed without 4WD (and chains).
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badass1000
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I don't know. Alot of 4 wheel drive dodges are only two wheel drive. Front left wheel and rear right wheel has the power i believe. the other two tires I swear I could hold them with my bare hands while they pin it. I have spent several hours pulling out a few dodges. My 05 duramax locks both the front and rear end. Even my buddys cadilac escalade ext locks in all 4. he had twentys with street tires and pulled right out of the lot pulling a two place open trailer. Buddys half ton dodge 4x4 with stock allterain type tire wouldn't go no where. Had to unhook his two place open trailer and finally after over a hour of trying to get him out a snow plow showed up and got him out.
I drive through some pretty narly places some times with alot of snow. back roads that are not plowed, etc.. Luckily I have only got stuck once. a buddy pulled it right out easily with a tow strap. Just had to give it a little tug. Every year I keep telling myself I need to get chains. This year i am going to atleast put a strap in the back of the truck. Both for pulling out others or for some one to pull me out if I ever get stuck again.
I drive through some pretty narly places some times with alot of snow. back roads that are not plowed, etc.. Luckily I have only got stuck once. a buddy pulled it right out easily with a tow strap. Just had to give it a little tug. Every year I keep telling myself I need to get chains. This year i am going to atleast put a strap in the back of the truck. Both for pulling out others or for some one to pull me out if I ever get stuck again.
They're called open differentials. Power goes to whichever tire has the least traction. Your Chevy probably has some sort of limited slip or electic locker.
I did it for years with 2wd carrying 2 250 enticers crossways in the box, and later with exciters,mountain max,and apex in the box. More than once my one wheeled wonder with good studded winter tires trumped 4WDs' with 4 baldys. A lot good advice here 1. good traction tires, 2. snow chains, 3. tow strap, 4. common sense and caution. Most everything we own was shipped by rear wheel drive only, groceries,fuel,postage,ups,and probably 4wd pickups. Most highway dept plows are rear wheel drive. Save your money and ride more, have fun!!!!
Jeff
Jeff
man, I don't know if I would be able to go where I go without 4 wheel drive. I guess it depends on where you live or where you are planning to go ride. Certainly will have to plan your day. I know there have been at least 5 times last year where everything was sunny and cool and 2 wheel drive was just fine driving in. By the time afternoon happened, weather changed and just getting out of the parking lot was a challenge, then the road out was another story! Same for spring time, frozen in the morning with plenty of traction, then later 8" of slop with ice underneath. But, maybe where you will be going will be just off the highway and then generally no probs.
