AWD TC with SAS?

[Explorer Junky]

I have a 97 XLT with 5.0. Do I need to sswitch TC to a 4406 or something else if I do an SAS? OR, can I just keep the AWD case and use lockouts on the front? Please help. I will be doing this by the first of the year.

Thanks

 

[IZwack]

Since your vehicle didnt come with lockouts (the axle shafts are directly splined into the hub), then whether or not the new axle has lockouts is irrelevant. That is to say, from the transfer case's perspective, you're still running the original axle.

 

[lounge lizard]

the solid axle will have to be full time.

by using a slug kit on the front hubs.

the viscous joint in the awd transfer case will not like having the axle unlocked considering it needs the drag to make it work correctly.

I have a Dana 44 out of an early bronco that I am going to put under mine.

I have already put a slug kit into it. the only thing I have yet to figure out is the front speed sensor arrangement.

 

[lounge lizard]

OOPS!

I forgot!

I really want to follow this thread. see how you do it compared to my ideas on how I want to do mine.

 

[IZwack]

the viscous joint in the awd transfer case will not like having the axle unlocked considering it needs the drag to make it work correctly.

Good point. To the OP, if the vehicle starts creeping in Park, engage the front hubs.

 

[Explorer Junky]

I was planning on locking the hubs all the time. but I was not sure if this would be good for them or not, and let the TC continue to do its job.My thinking is that, the fronts are continually "locked" now, and the transfer case is good with that by design. I was just checking my theory that I could put a solid front on and leave them locked and it would be the same. Otherwise I was going to go with the 4406 swap, but I hear of too many people having vibration issues. Plus, i really like the fact that with AWD I do not have to stop, get out, lock out, and all that when the weather all the sudden get crappy, or I come to a mud hole in the two track I am driving that is otherwise dry. Thanks for the answers guys. keep the suggestions coming.

 

[Turdle]

The 4404 is designed for a fixed front axle.

What will a moving drive shaft do to this?

 

[IZwack]

The 4404 is designed for a fixed front axle.

What will a moving drive shaft do to this?

As long as the U-joints are within operating limits, then it should be fine. The 4405 was also used in the IFS and it does fine in SAS applications.

 

[Explorer Junky]

Unfortunately.. I think this will NOT happen anymore. With a price tag of over $4000.00 I cannot afford it. That does not even cover the cost of regearing the rear. If I had the tools at home I would do it. But, lack of a welder and a garage makes this an impossible mission for me here at home. Just to re-gear he wants 1400 for front and rear with the original axles. Thinking of doing the 4" superlift or whatever that is. Maybe just re-gear and larger tires. I have the Suspension Maxx torsion keys, and the 153 warroirs in back and 31's clear well! Want 33's do you guys think I can get those under without issues without any more lift?