4wd conversion on a 07

diamond · 04-27-2010, 10:39 AM

Just wanted to know if a 07 ford explorer can be converted to 4wd and if so does anyone have the drive train break down, or has done it. I had heard that every thing is the same between the two, the 2wd and 4wd, just the 4wd parts like transfer case front dif and controlls are not installed.

hoss_hanna · 04-27-2010, 10:51 AM

of course it can, but its not gonna be as easy as u are makin it sound. both trucks start out the same but get very different treatments at the factory, so there will be MANY things that will have to be changed in the process, and will take some skill and at least a bachelor degree in southern engineering

not sayin dont go for it if u can get all the parts together, just sayin be forewarned its not a "bolt in" procedure.

diamond · 04-27-2010, 11:41 AM

My biggest thing is the trans, do i need a diffrent one or can the output shaft be changed? I have looked at buying a older model 4wd but the wife doesn't really want an extra car and we will be moving in two to three years and wont take it with us.

kkreit01 · 04-27-2010, 01:22 PM

I think it would be cheaper and easier to trade -- unless you have the know-how to DIY.

bamnq6 · 04-27-2010, 04:12 PM

much, much simpler (and cheaper) so sell your truck and buy a 4wd / AWD.

You need:
-transfer case
-front differential
-front hubs
-front halfshafts
-Reflash your PCM to control T case
-dash control switches
...I'm sure i'm forgetting some things

04-27-2010, 10:39 AM	#1
diamond Wannabe Elite Explorer Bullard, Texas 2007 xlt Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 3 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	4wd conversion on a 07 Just wanted to know if a 07 ford explorer can be converted to 4wd and if so does anyone have the drive train break down, or has done it. I had heard that every thing is the same between the two, the 2wd and 4wd, just the 4wd parts like transfer case front dif and controlls are not installed.

04-27-2010, 10:51 AM	#2
hoss_hanna Wannabe Elite Explorer ft. smith, ar 91 4x4, 93 XL, 01 mountie Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 247 Vehicle Specs	of course it can, but its not gonna be as easy as u are makin it sound. both trucks start out the same but get very different treatments at the factory, so there will be MANY things that will have to be changed in the process, and will take some skill and at least a bachelor degree in southern engineering not sayin dont go for it if u can get all the parts together, just sayin be forewarned its not a "bolt in" procedure. __________________ ---Mud is 4 play----

04-27-2010, 04:12 PM	#5
bamnq6 Wannabe Elite Explorer Ridgecrest, CA '04 V8 4WD Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 129 Vehicle Specs	much, much simpler (and cheaper) so sell your truck and buy a 4wd / AWD. You need: -transfer case -front differential -front hubs -front halfshafts -Reflash your PCM to control T case -dash control switches ...I'm sure i'm forgetting some things __________________ 2004 4.6 XLS - 4WD 120k miles: The first X lifted with BTF-fabrication spacers (2.25F/1.75R) 265/75/R16 BFG All-terrain's, Rancho RSX's, roaming the Sierra's... 1996 Mazda Miata - the track-car for cheapskates 1996 Kawi Vulcan 1500 BUBF- "When life throws you curves, Aim for the apex."

04-27-2010, 11:41 AM	#3
diamond Wannabe Elite Explorer Bullard, Texas 2007 xlt Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 3 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	My biggest thing is the trans, do i need a diffrent one or can the output shaft be changed? I have looked at buying a older model 4wd but the wife doesn't really want an extra car and we will be moving in two to three years and wont take it with us.

04-27-2010, 01:22 PM	#4
kkreit01 Wannabe Elite Explorer Olathe, KS '08 Sport Trac V8 2wd XLT Join Date: May 2002 Posts: 457 Vehicle Specs	I think it would be cheaper and easier to trade -- unless you have the know-how to DIY.