can I make my 2wd into a 4wd?

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Feb 8, 2011 | 11:26 PM

andysam

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can I make my 2wd into a 4wd?

so, I have a 2001 ram with a 5.2l engine. If I can find a donor 4x4 at the pick a part, is it worth doing this swap?
If it is possible, what would I need to replace? Can I use some of my current equipment? Transmission (or do I have to replace the tranny/transfer box as a unit?), rear axle, rear driveshaft, etc...

Feb 8, 2011 | 11:40 PM

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Set aside a reasonable amount of money to do the swap, then sell your 2WD, add the proceeds to the first pile, and buy a 4WD.

Feb 8, 2011 | 11:59 PM

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in the amount of money you spend to do the swap, you could buy a 4x4 that will run correctly

Feb 9, 2011 | 12:25 AM

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+2. Its cheaper to sell the 4x2 and buy a 4x4, then it is to upgrade a 4x2 to a 4x4.

Feb 9, 2011 | 05:08 AM

BIGBIRD85

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AMEN!!!!!!!!! dont try it. i tried it on a 68 ford!! MISTAKE! just buy a 4wd!!

Feb 9, 2011 | 07:11 AM

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^^ what they said. you can find a nice 4wd for under $5k.
a swap would include the transmission/t-case as a complete unit, the entire front axle including steering and suspension. its just not worth it.