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Old 03-12-2007, 04:59 PM
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2WD wheelin?

I have a 97 2WD i do have larger tires and plan to get "99 4WD springs for a lil lift)and i am wondering if anyone has videos or pics of some 2wd 4runners doing watever they can. I have no idea of the capabilities of a 2wd runner so i would love to hear and see what yall have to say/show. thanks!
Old 03-12-2007, 05:29 PM
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I don't have any videos, but with your lift you'll be no different than a 4wd truck in 2wd -- which isn't bad, but not great. It may not be a bad idea to make sure you chain up your tires, and that should give you a bit more grab in the rear.
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You should get a lunchbox locker, that would help you out alot.

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Old 03-12-2007, 07:14 PM
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mine does pretty good with just the locker only time i needed 4wd was in deep snow
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i do everything i can in 2wd and hit 4wd when i get stuck or think im going to get stuck. meaning im in 2wd a LOT. youd be surprised what 2wd can do, especially with a locker. Chris (rock taco) sports it 2wd style, he'd have better experience to tell ya
Old 03-12-2007, 07:21 PM
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i think neliconcept also is riding 2WD. depending on the conditions, im usually in 4WD as even the forest/fire roads here are quite the climb to get to any trail. yeah i could use 2H with or without the locker on, but why...i've got a 4WD for maximum traction! unless of course i wanna make like marcus gronholm and practice my throttle induced oversteer
Old 03-12-2007, 07:24 PM
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yeah rockin the 2WD, check my avatar, and my photobucket...can be found here.
http://s86.photobucket.com/albums/k112/04RockoTaco/
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ive done some tellico stuff and riverrock / gulches orv as well. 2wd locked can do some things, but skinny pedal is necessary and it can get scary. just get a group of people and people who are willing to tow you out if you get into it to much, i havent been hauled yet but it doesnt mean i wont be in the future
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I drive my dads 2wd Tundra in Baja, and it goes anywhere, you just need to use momentum to give you enough energy to climb steep hills, sand and moondust.
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I took my 2wd up to the trails. Green-rated trails were no problem, but certain sections of blue-rated trails definitely had the "pucker" factor. I credit my BFG AT's for being the saving grace on the trail.

I have since decided to get a 4wd...
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Ive taken my 2wd with the small 225 tires i can go though mud puddles about 6in deep no problem. Just go with friends that will give you a tug if needed. I was very surprised how capable the truck actually is.
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I've gone lots of places in 2wd

then I shift into 4wd and go further
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