Going shopping

[rnh2]

Going to look at used trucks with about 60000 miles or so. Definitely looking at GM. Updating to four wheel drive. I've never owned a four wheel drive and have driven one just a few times. What do I look for how do I check it out?

 

[Lee VanRoss]

I would start with an open mind.

 

[MurraysMutts]

On dry pavement, in 4wd, when u turn, the steering wheel will bind. Dont push it hard!
Easy way to tell if the 4wd works tho

 

[rnh2]

On dry pavement, in 4wd, when u turn, the steering wheel will bind. Dont push it hard!
Easy way to tell if the 4wd works tho

Low range also?

 

[MurraysMutts]

Low range also?

Correct.

Low range can be tested going straight as well. Top speed is very much less. Very low geared

 

[Little Joe]

Low range also?

You have to put the transmission in neutral and make sure transmission is not in a bind before it will go into 4 low. Listen for the transfer chain popping or cv joints popping. I would avoid any that a row crop farmer has owned, they generally abuse them and trade in often. Are you buying a half ton or 3/4 ton?