Installed BD Diesel 2 Low Kit
Hello all. My 2013 Ram 3500 has a 6 speed manual transmission and with the Laramie package, the 4x4 system automatically engages the transfer case and hubs at the turn of a dial on the dash. This sy...
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mowermech wrote:
Has anyone ever heard about somebody twisting a driveshaft or rear axle shaft due to the increased torque of being in 2LOW?
I remember an old Chevy pickup that I once had had a warning about that in the Owners Manual.
Every truck I've owned with manual hubs has cautioned against engaging 4 low without turning in the hubs.(even in my old Mazda which didn't have enough torque to twist a coat hanger) Never heard of someone breaking the rear driveshaft in 2 low but I suppose it's a possibility. I would think that using common sense and a gentle touch on the fuel pedal while in 2 low would prevent a drivetrain disaster. :)
