4x4 vs 2x4
My wife and I was out window shopping duallys when I come across a 2010 f350 crew cab w 8ft box with the 6.4 diesel. The kicker is it only has 9,000 miles on it. But it's two wheel drive. We are plann...
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4WD vs. 2WD is very situation dependent. Drove in Alaska for 30+ years with primarily 2WD. Got a 4x4 when I purchased my 1st new vehicle. Never looked back. Can one drive in almost all road conditions with 2WD? Yes. Is 4x4 a much greater convenience? Yes.
While not a necessity, IMNSHO, 4x4 + real studded tires is almost the only ticket for polished ice at paved intersections. Goes double if towing.
While not a necessity, IMNSHO, 4x4 + chains all around would take me on any road in AK at any time except when Thompson pass is closed due to snow. Then my 4x4 + chains will guarantee that I get back to Glennallen.
For the nominal difference in $$ compared to the very increased convenience, 4WD is a sound decision in my view.
While not a necessity, IMNSHO, 4x4 + real studded tires is almost the only ticket for polished ice at paved intersections. Goes double if towing.
While not a necessity, IMNSHO, 4x4 + chains all around would take me on any road in AK at any time except when Thompson pass is closed due to snow. Then my 4x4 + chains will guarantee that I get back to Glennallen.
For the nominal difference in $$ compared to the very increased convenience, 4WD is a sound decision in my view.
