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AWD/4x4 to Part Time 4x4 conv.?

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Old 04-24-2008 | 10:40 PM
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Does anyone out there know if it is possible to convert an AWD/4x4 to part time 4x4? The truck is a 2004 ram 1500 w/awd. Was going to swap Transfer case unit, transfer case ecu, shift motor. Is there an easier way? All this for a lift kit, Am i crazy!!!!LOL Any info would be appreciated thanks, Steven
 
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Old 04-24-2008 | 10:54 PM
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What do you mean part time 4x4? awd kinda is part time only putting power where you need it most. Can't you turn the **** to full 4x4 locking all wheels with full power?
 
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Old 04-24-2008 | 11:11 PM
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What I mean by part time 4x4 is the truck would only be in 2wd when the transfer case is not engaged. Yes i can shift into 4hi 4lo and neutral with the transfer case. The reason I wanted to convert is I have a 2" leveling lift on it and due to the awd system there is alot of vibration under acceleration.
 
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oh, I got you. Surely it couldn't be that hard, I wouldn't think you would have to have a diff transfer case. It seems to me it would be easier than that.
 
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Old 04-24-2008 | 11:32 PM
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You would think so but the transfer case on that truck is a dedicated awd/4wd case. Found some used parts online under $600US just dontknow if it is worth it??? Should be, considering I love my truck. Thanks
 




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