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Gen4 option for 2WD Low Range?
- Groenewald
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09 Apr 2021 09:20 #234340
by Groenewald
Gen4 option for 2WD Low Range? was created by Groenewald
Hi Guys,
I have checked the Wiki but there is not yet an entry for the Gen4 on this:
Has anyone installed a switch to enable 2WD Low Range on a Gen4? I presume the switch will have to open/close the circuit that activates the vacuum locks on the front axles.
Why?
It will be handy to be able to do low speed manoeuvres using 2WD only without having to worry about windup.
If this is done, then the forward shaft will obviously be turning, but without actually driving the wheels - can this be an issue?
I have checked the Wiki but there is not yet an entry for the Gen4 on this:
Has anyone installed a switch to enable 2WD Low Range on a Gen4? I presume the switch will have to open/close the circuit that activates the vacuum locks on the front axles.
Why?
It will be handy to be able to do low speed manoeuvres using 2WD only without having to worry about windup.
If this is done, then the forward shaft will obviously be turning, but without actually driving the wheels - can this be an issue?
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09 Apr 2021 10:25 #234342
by Roger Fairclough
Replied by Roger Fairclough on topic Gen4 option for 2WD Low Range?
I can't offer a wiring solution but mechanically there will be no problem as the shafts will still be turning at the same speed as the wheels, they will just not be connected within the hub.
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09 Apr 2021 15:03 #234345
by Tin Worm
Replied by Tin Worm on topic Gen4 option for 2WD Low Range?
You just need to find the vacuum servo and wire it directly to a dash mounted switch. You then have independent control of the hubs.
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09 Apr 2021 18:13 #234352
by lightning
Replied by lightning on topic Gen4 option for 2WD Low Range?
Why would you want to use low range with 2wd?
My only guess would be heavy towing on the road?
My only guess would be heavy towing on the road?
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09 Apr 2021 18:21 #234353
by Lambert
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One of the last 200ish of the gen3s, probably.
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Replied by Lambert on topic Gen4 option for 2WD Low Range?
I use 4x2 low a lot, it's great for manoeuvres with trailers, saves killing the clutch. It's also good for creeping about round the farm in the drier months when traction is abundant.
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09 Apr 2021 21:02 #234360
by mlines
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Replied by mlines on topic Re:Gen4 option for 2WD Low Range?
The Gen4 transfer box is mechanical so as mentioned you should be able to break the circuit to the solenoids to stop them locking in with a switch
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2003 M13 early KAP build.
3" Trailmaster lift with 1.5 Spacers on front
Customised winch bumper and roll cage
235/85R16 Maxxis Bighorns on 16" Rims, 4:1 Rocklobster, Rear ARB locker and on-board air
Corrected arms all-round, rear disks, Recaro seats and harnesses
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10 Apr 2021 18:27 #234376
by lightning
Replied by lightning on topic Re:Gen4 option for 2WD Low Range?
Come to think of it, l do sometimes use low range on the Defender while reversing or negotiating steep customers drives
So the ability to use the Jimny in 2wd low range would be more useful than l first thought.
So the ability to use the Jimny in 2wd low range would be more useful than l first thought.
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