For all you northerner's on here, im wondering how much sand y'all use to weigh down the rear end for more traction in the snow. Should i get tubes of sand or just sand bags? much help is greatly appreciated, cuz im thinkin just 350lbs should be enuf, but maybe thats too much or to lil for my 4WD half ton

 

I use 6 to 7 of the 70lb tubes you can buy at Lowes/Home Depot. I've tried less weight and more weight, and found this to be the amount that I like best. Place them above the axle, not at the end of the bed by the tail gate.

 

Quick off-topic question. In your sig, it says stage 1 cam. What are the specs on your cam?

 

Dudes if you got a 4wd 1500 you have plenty of weight in your truck... Just learn how to drive in the snow. I never have put weight in any of my vehicles and have done just fine. but that 4x4 is a big truck. You shouldn't need to put weight in it.

 

Ok, whatever. It makes a noticable difference, and I will continue to do it.
I almost never use 4wd drive in the winter time, only when there is deep snow. It's just not necessary. A little weight in the bed makes all the difference.

 

I would like to know, why does everyone say to put the weight above the axle? Putting the weight at the end of the bed squats the truck quite a bit more, and is the way I was always taught to do it.

 

Because if you lose traction, having the weight at the tailgate will cause the rear to spin out harder and faster. It's like a pendulum effect. You want to keep all the weight as close to the center as you can for the best balance.

 

Doesnt matter if its a 4x4 stuff still slides. I slide still when im in 4x4 in snow, and Silver is correct on both accounts. Weight in the back does make a diff, and 4x4 is not needed during snow unless its deep.

 

Unless it's your first 4x4, then it's necessary even when the snow isn't all that deep (i.e. playing)

 

yes..playing is always fun. Got to find a good covered empty parking lot