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4x4 woes!


Whiteghost19

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hey all got a 2008 5 speed xl 4x4. had some issues with the 4x4 engaging along with reverse lights and i got an eval code as well. all happened after i took my trans out to replace my slave cylinder. Hard to pin point it but its probably some pinched wires somewhere because all of those were not an issue before i ripped my trans out. Its starting to get cold and i was wondering what anyone would do to get some traction in the snow with only rear wheel drive and no traction control. i usually toss a few sand bags in the back for good measures when i had 4x4. Any added suggestions would be appreciated!
 


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6"
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#1. Repair 4wd
#2. Locker in rear diff
#3. Snow chains/studded tires
#4. Stay home

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Stock 2"
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Doing things wrong, until I get it right.
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#1. Repair 4wd
#2. Locker in rear diff
#3. Snow chains/studded tires
#4. Stay home

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#4:icon_rofl:
 

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#1. Repair 4wd
#2. Locker in rear diff
#3. Snow chains/studded tires
#4. Stay home
I vote for option #1.

Can we make this a poll?
 

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