Manuel locking hubs vs. stock.
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Thanks for the info on the ADD hubs, but any input on my first post as to the random "ka thud" like a pot hole. Slight whiring noise just before it happens...in unison with my speed, and some reley sounding clicks from the lower side of the steering colume.
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I want to switch over to manual hubs for the better MPG and durability but often in the winter I need to kick it into 4WD immediatly on the icey highway or snowy backroads, is it ok to keep them locked for long periods of time while switching in and out of 4WD??
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What's the difference between keeping them locked and ADD.
Answer, no differnce.
Now, DO NOT expect any difference in milage.
The vast, vast, vast majority of people who add manual hubs see no milage difference and, I believe that very rare that think they do see a difference either have something else going on with the vehicle or simply are wrong.
Why would you expect a difference in milage, and please do say because less things turning.
Fred
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I heard they make the steering feel a little lighter. I will find out all these things when I finally install mine Or... when somone else installs mine for me ... I really need to buy a torque wrench
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Why would that make any difference in the steering ?
Fred
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So then with ADD's, the CVs do spin..? Sorry, I'm still learning, and I'm buying a truck tomorrow with non-manual hubs. I want to know what I'm getting.
EDIT: I checked Downey's site, and they said with ADD, the CVs do spin. I'll probably be replacing those at some point in the near future.
EDIT: I checked Downey's site, and they said with ADD, the CVs do spin. I'll probably be replacing those at some point in the near future.
I just recently learned myself. ADD = "live" hubs.
http://rubicon.off-road.com/toyota/tech/add/
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Wow, you guys have hijacked the hell out of this thread!
In answer to the original question; it soulds like your electronic switch on the front diff may have some issues.
In answer to the original question; it soulds like your electronic switch on the front diff may have some issues.
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You'll notice no difference in steering (when in 2dw) with the hubs locked vs with the hubs unlocked.
Why would anyone expect otherwise ?
Fred
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( Major hijack coming....diversionary tactics.. )
What electronic switch are you referring to?...if you wouldn't mind sharing a little here. https://www.yotatech.com/forums/show...&highlight=4wd
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