converting to 4x4 from 4x2

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buffalo joe

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Hello i have a 2nd gen ram 1500 quad cab i bought it 4x2. i bought 4x4 system complete i was wondering if i could just install the system or if the more to it
 

jbmobbs

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You'd have to torch the front suspention off and weld 4x4 suspension on. Change the tranny and pcm and wire harness. Your better off selling the truck and buying a 4x4 or trading to a 4x4

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leadrofthepak

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The 2wd frame needs extensive modification to meet the requirements of a 4wd set-up. Then the front suspension (ALL of it) has to be replaced by 4wd suspension. The front differential gear ratio must match the rear differential gear ratio. The steering system has be to from a 4wd truck (integrated into the suspension and front axle assembly). The transmission is different in a 4wd truck to accommodate a transfer case all of which your 2wd wiring harness and computer and not set up for. Then there is a laundry list of minor details (plumbing, vacuum lines, transfer case shifter install, cross member, drive shafts, u-joints, etc.).
The long and short of it is... It is far more economical to sell the 2wd and buy a 4wd truck than it is to do the extremely complicated and time consuming conversion. Not trying to rain on your parade, just want you to be fully informed of the task you are considering.
 
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buffalo joe

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wow okay thank ive had this truck so long guess ill just leave it as it is :emotions133: I would probly spend the same of a 4x4 or more bythe time im done
 

Johnn123

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Yeah definitely better off to just buy a 4x4. Time, effort and money required to do this is just not worth it.
 
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