SOF v. Manual T-Case
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SOF v. Manual T-Case
So I am rethinking my next vehicle purchase(s). I was looking at getting an FSB for a weekend toy and then get something a littel more gas efficient.
So onto the question. I don't really know how the different 4x4 t-cases work. I have seen push button and manual. First off is SOF different from push button? Some FSBs have two buttons:
Some have the manual ones
And then there are trucks with the **** SOF.
What are the differences and which ones have manual hubs, is there anything that says you have to be moving to get the 4x4 to engage, can someone break them all down for me please?
Thanks,
J
So onto the question. I don't really know how the different 4x4 t-cases work. I have seen push button and manual. First off is SOF different from push button? Some FSBs have two buttons:
Some have the manual ones
And then there are trucks with the **** SOF.
What are the differences and which ones have manual hubs, is there anything that says you have to be moving to get the 4x4 to engage, can someone break them all down for me please?
Thanks,
J
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there are a lot of Solid axle trucks with push button 4wd......if it is a push button or manual t-case just depends on what is offered.....it has nothing to do with what type front suspension/axle you have......the lockouts are not engaged by the t-case, but either by manual or automatic operation.........
you can have a manual t-case on a TTB axle, or even on a SLA front suspension........just remember that the FX4 Level II's with a manual t-case had the independent front suspension...........the newer 3/4 and 1 ton trucks that have a solid axle come with a push button t-case........it all depends on the truck and options you can get....
you can have a manual t-case on a TTB axle, or even on a SLA front suspension........just remember that the FX4 Level II's with a manual t-case had the independent front suspension...........the newer 3/4 and 1 ton trucks that have a solid axle come with a push button t-case........it all depends on the truck and options you can get....
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Originally Posted by RangerJustin
so with hubs, what is the dif between the auto and the locking?
manual hubs = you have to get out and lock them in 4wd mode
advantages of auto = not getting out
advantages of manual = Stronger, less wear on axle parts while driving on the road, cheaper to replace if you break 1
if you get something with auto hubs and you are going to wheel it, your 1st mod should be manual locking hubs.....
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Originally Posted by lifted97ranger
if you get something with auto hubs and you are going to wheel it, your 1st mod should be manual locking hubs.....
Switching over from auto hubs to manual hubs aren't hard. I had to do this because one of mine was blown from the beginning... otherwise I'd still probably have auto hubs right now.
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Originally Posted by RangerJustin
so i have manual hubs and im out 4 wheeling, before i put it 4h or 4lo i get out switch the hubs and then can i put right into lo or h or should i be moving, in neutral...etc. sorry just never knew this since it didnt matter with 2wd...
now to put any vehicle in 4LO, you have to be in neutral and almost stopped.....might as well say stopped, it is like 2 mph at max......
notta problem, that is what we are all here for
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Once you engage the hubs, you do not have to be moving to put it into 4WD hi or low. If the hubs are engaged, you can put it into 4WD hi while moving but you must stop to put it in 4WD low if you have an electric shift transfer case. You can shift into 4WD low while moving with a manual shift transfer case but it is not advisable.
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Originally Posted by IN2 FX4
Once you engage the hubs, you do not have to be moving to put it into 4WD hi or low. If the hubs are engaged, you can put it into 4WD hi while moving but you must stop to put it in 4WD low if you have an electric shift transfer case. You can shift into 4WD low while moving with a manual shift transfer case but it is not advisable.
and there is no difference in a manual t-case and an auto as far as a shifting pattern......the only difference is that an auto t-case has an electric driven motor that shifts it instead of a "manual" operation........they both require the same shifting methods regardless...
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You don't have to lock your hubs the second you are off of pavement unless you are going to be hitting some deep mud the second after.
It is harder to drive with locked hubs, the truck -at least mine anyway, pulls everywhere and makes driving at faster speeds dangerous (which following N3elz happens often). If I am first to approach a hole, I crawl the hole first, if it seems like its going to be too deep or sticky, I will back out and lock the hubs.
Afterthought: If I do get stuck for whatever reason in a hole, well that's why I've got a set of hip waiters with me.
It is harder to drive with locked hubs, the truck -at least mine anyway, pulls everywhere and makes driving at faster speeds dangerous (which following N3elz happens often). If I am first to approach a hole, I crawl the hole first, if it seems like its going to be too deep or sticky, I will back out and lock the hubs.
Afterthought: If I do get stuck for whatever reason in a hole, well that's why I've got a set of hip waiters with me.
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Originally Posted by Msl747
I assume that to go into to 4hi you depress the 4x4 button. To then go into 4lo you depress the LOW RANGE button. To go back to 2wd drive you release the LOW RANGE button, and then release the 4x4 button...
anyone feel one set up is better than the other?
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I personally would feel more comfortable with a manual t case. Simply because you know 100% that you put it in 4 wheel drive, and also it is probably less prone to fail then the push buttons. The buttons are electronic and can go out for a reason or no apparent reason. While there can be problems im assuming with the manual t case.. I just know if I had one itd be less prone to failure.
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