See full version: 2wd or 4wd for Towing 5th Wheel (MUST READ)
Sure you might never find yourself in such a compromising situation, however one never knows where the road will take you. If you decide to try out a new spot or just go exploring and the road takes you up an old fire road or power line track, will your 4×2 have the guts to continue or will you have to make the dreaded U-turn? more
The flip side again is, if you regularly travel up north and frequent dirt tracks, by all means, I would say 4WD is mandatory. It’s a no-brainer in that instance. The 4WD system also makes for a better ride on a dirt road. It allows for a more sure-footed, confident feel. And then there’s the added benefit of low-range which allows you to back up into challenging camping spots wet grass or that might have a few loose rocks, allowing you to confidently crawl the “fiver” into position without any strain on your transmission, drivetrain and clutch. more
It all depends on where you intend driving.
So having that 4WD functionality, simply allows you to continue traveling on and forward instead of having to turn around and take the long way around. more
There’s a link below to the guys at rocksolidtoys who are pioneers and specialize in this type of 4WD magic. [links]
The main difference between a 2WD transmission vs a 4WD transmission is the output shaft. The Output shaft of a 4WD is shorter than a 2WD version. The 4WD transmission is also designed to mate up with a transfer case to engage 4WD and Lo-range (4L).
The basic shape, structure and most of the internals between a 2WD transmission and a 4WD derivative are basically the same. As stated on the outset, the main 2 differences are the output shaft length as well as the ability to mate with a transfer case.
Conversion process basics and components needed: [links]
Notice, cost saving is not mentioned as an option since selling your 4×2 and buying a 4WD Tacoma is always going to be a faster and cheaper alternative. If it’s a cost saving you’re after then a 2WD to 4WD conversion is definitely not the way to go. Whatever the reason, the good news is this conversion is possible and becoming more popular. [links]
Let’s take a 2000 model Ford F150 as a cost example. The below excludes Labor and custom fabrication of brackets or electrical wiring.
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So if someone sent you into the wilderness alone and made you choose between a single blade jack knife vs a Swiss Army knife, what would you take? This is possibly one of the most hotly debated topics online is since, well, the inception of 4-wheel drives and Fivers (5 th wheelers). Do you really need a 4WD for towing a 5 th wheel or will a 2WD suffice? The age-old debate still rages on and has reached new levels with lifted 4” and 6” trucks being thrown into the equation. So, if you want to know the pros and cons of each, continue reading.
In all fairness, nobody will take their 5th-wheeler deep into really challenging off-road conditions. Most owners, even when boon docking don’t ever venture beyond dirt roads, grass camping patches and a few remote back-roads.
If you are limited in terms of adjustability on your 5 th wheel suspension, you might have to fabricate a sub frame that bolts directly below the existing sub frame which will attach to your suspension. This modification will give the 5ver the additional few inches to match that of your lifted truck. Make sure you use the services of a qualified and experience trailer Fabrication Company to handle the construction and installation of such a sub frame. [links]