2WD evo mod
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2WD evo mod for better mileage
My friend has an explorer and he installed a switch that turns the 4WD off and puts it into 2WD mode since it gets better mileage on long highway trips in 2WD mode.
Does anybody know if this mod is possible on the evo?
Does anybody know if this mod is possible on the evo?
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Originally posted by ez76
not sure you'd want an RWD car with 60% weight in the front
not sure you'd want an RWD car with 60% weight in the front
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Originally posted by ez76
not sure you'd want an RWD car with 60% weight in the front
not sure you'd want an RWD car with 60% weight in the front
Regardless, posts like these are silly and impractical.
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Your car is AWD, only 4wd when it needs to be. There is no cost effective solution, especially one for handling purposes. And your more than welcome to unbolt one of the driveshafts, just make sure you have a big tarp underneath your car to catch the parts.
Check out the RWD dsms...fast, but not streetable.
Check out the RWD dsms...fast, but not streetable.
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No Explorers are full time 4wd. They come stock with a switch that engages 4WD when you need it.
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No Explorers are full time 4wd. They come stock with a switch that engages 4WD when you need it.
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Originally posted by Secret Chimp
No Explorers are full time 4wd. They come stock with a switch that engages 4WD when you need it.
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No Explorers are full time 4wd. They come stock with a switch that engages 4WD when you need it.
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Originally posted by mazdryk
Most RWD cars are 60% weight in front 40% weight in back. Also the best handling cars in the world follow that weight distribution which are INDY cars.
Most RWD cars are 60% weight in front 40% weight in back. Also the best handling cars in the world follow that weight distribution which are INDY cars.