F150 Locking Differential vs 4X4
We are considering changing our toad to a F150, the new aluminum based model with the eco boost. (Minimal light towing maybe once a year, with a lighter hauling trailer.) I was talking this over wi...
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One of the problems with PUs is they are light on the rear wheels. Not as light as years ago when the gas tank was in the cab but they are still light on the rear wheels. It is easier to get stuck with a 2WD PU than with a sedan. Resale on a 4WD is much higher. I suspect mostly urban buyers get a 2WD PU anymore. The big issue like mentioned is towing. By the time you had the Remco axle disconnect the price would probably be about the same so why add all the after market stuff that probably won't bring more resale value.
I would never buy a 2WD PU again. a 4WD vehicle is just more practical.
BTW: When I brought a 2WD diesel PU from CA to WY they didn't even want to give me fair market value. The only reason they gave me much trade in at all was because it was a 7.2L diesel. Nobody wants them anymore.
I would never buy a 2WD PU again. a 4WD vehicle is just more practical.
BTW: When I brought a 2WD diesel PU from CA to WY they didn't even want to give me fair market value. The only reason they gave me much trade in at all was because it was a 7.2L diesel. Nobody wants them anymore.
