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 Purchasing a 4x4
#833663
09/03/07 02:11 AM
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Joined: Sep 2007
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I will be buying my first 4x4. It will be used. I am not sure whether it will be from a deal or a private party. I was wondering what the acceptable way to test 4x4 out before I buy it is. I just want to make sure it is operable. Actually it will be the first 4x4 I have ever driven. Thanks in advance.
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Re: Purchasing a 4x4
[Re: tracker95]
#833664
09/03/07 03:03 AM
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Joined: Jul 2005
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I am guess we are talking 4 wheeler? Or any 4 wheel drive vehicle?
88 Raider(Red):160k-Reman'd 2.6-5spd-Weber-SW Hubs-34x9.5 TSL-OffRd Pkg-1"Tbar-2"BL-CB 88 Raider(Silver):No 2.6/Bad KM145 Parts/Project 88 Montero(Brown):No 2.6,4.88s Parts/Project [b]4X4 STICKERS,SHIRTS,ETC: 4WD Stickers AT COST.[b]
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Re: Purchasing a 4x4
[Re: DRaider90]
#833665
09/03/07 06:59 PM
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Re: Purchasing a 4x4
[Re: tracker95]
#833666
09/04/07 07:28 PM
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As with any purchase of a used vehicle, do your research.
Check the forums for issues related to the type of vehicle you are considering.
As to "testing it out", that is between you (the buyer) and the seller as to what they will permit before you sign on the line....
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Re: Purchasing a 4x4
[Re: 4x4Wire]
#833667
09/07/07 08:29 AM
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I have to agree with what was said about testing it out (its up to the owner). But I do know you should at least do a basic engage test (put it in 4Lo, 4Hi, and disengage), they should have no issue with that.
88 Raider(Red):160k-Reman'd 2.6-5spd-Weber-SW Hubs-34x9.5 TSL-OffRd Pkg-1"Tbar-2"BL-CB 88 Raider(Silver):No 2.6/Bad KM145 Parts/Project 88 Montero(Brown):No 2.6,4.88s Parts/Project [b]4X4 STICKERS,SHIRTS,ETC: 4WD Stickers AT COST.[b]
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Re: Purchasing a 4x4
[Re: DRaider90]
#833668
09/07/07 11:41 PM
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Thank you for your replies. Since I have never even driven a 4x4 (besides a 4wheeler), I am really not sure how I will know if it is working. Will it make a sound when it is engaged? Is there a way to tell that it is ok? Thanks again!
I will be purchasing a 1999-2003 pickup truck.
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Re: Purchasing a 4x4
[Re: tracker95]
#833669
09/08/07 05:02 AM
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Joined: Nov 2003
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If it's working you can feel it in the steering wheel. It will seem like it wants to go straight when you turn. If you're on pavement go real slow and listen out the window for the front tires as they sort of push against the road and slide when you turn. I'm sure there should be some kind of indicator on the instrument panel as well but they can fail even if the front is turning.
Good luck and let us know when you get one.
Roger
91 Montero LS, LWB, 33X12.5X15 BFG MT on 15X8 Rock Crawlers, Budget Lift, Roger Brown 1" body lift, Custom Uwharrie rocker panel dents
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Re: Purchasing a 4x4
[Re: tracker95]
#833670
09/13/07 12:14 AM
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Joined: Feb 2007
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Thank you for your replies. Since I have never even driven a 4x4 (besides a 4wheeler), I am really not sure how I will know if it is working. Will it make a sound when it is engaged? Is there a way to tell that it is ok? Thanks again!
I will be purchasing a 1999-2003 pickup truck. Time to head to the dealer and check out one from their used lot then. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
1998 T-100 Xtra cab SR5 2WD Auto; Roadmaster Active Suspension; Yokohama Geolander HT-S; lowered air dam; full belly pan; 4? diffuser; 11" side skirts; dual transmission coolers; 67% grill blocked; Auto-RX'd; ScanGauge II/Ultra-Gauge
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Re: Purchasing a 4x4
[Re: BamZipPow]
#833671
09/24/07 01:11 PM
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Joined: Sep 2007
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Hey!
Tell us what you bought!
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