2wd to 4wd conversion: 99-03

[dirtboy25]

Just kicking around the idea. Im in the market for a new truck but, it seems like all the RCLB trucks are 2wd.

I'd like to know the cost, difficulty, and time needed for the transformation. Anybody know?

Post up links if you know of a good thead elsewhere.

Thanks,
Kenny

 

[SouthFlstrokin']

I was told it's not worth it, and you basically need a donor drivetrain/ truck. But then again it seems a lot of people have done it.

 

[DcMoore]

:whs: My RCLB is 4x4 and I found it pretty easy.

 

[Cat_rebel]

I've done a couple 2wd to 4x4 swaps now & it's not hard. If you can find a doner truck that is the best way to go. Otherwise grind/torch off the 2wd stuff & bolt up the 4x4 stuff.

You'll need....

/ front axle
/ drive shafts
/ swap the tail of your 2wd (involves tearing it apart from the front) or get a good 4x4 tranny (SD needs a 4r100)
/ T-case
/ 4x4 pitman arm
/ 4x4 steering linkage
/ track bar
/ front leaf springs & hangers/shackles

That's about it really. Unless you have an E99 the calipers on a 4x4 & 2wd are the same. Rotors are different. Cost wise, add up the cost on the parts I listed. Is it worth it? well if you plan on keeping the truck & using it then the answer is yes.

Some pics of Trailerhauler's truck (still haven't installed a 4x4 tranny or T case yet but the 60 is in place.

2wd vrs 4x4 pitman arm-

3 guys installed in under 45mins-

Duh....winning-

I can get more pics of the other swap if you want.

 

[Beans71086]

Bringing this one back from the dead, I want to do the same with a 2wd zf6 truck. Am I going to need a 4wd zf6 or can I make this one work?

 

[Cat_rebel]

Bringing this one back from the dead, I want to do the same with a 2wd zf6 truck. Am I going to need a 4wd zf6 or can I make this one work?

You will need to get a 4x4 ZF6 or get a tranny shop to swap tail housings/shafts for you. Same rules apply to autos.

 

[Beans71086]

You will need to get a 4x4 ZF6 or get a tranny shop to swap tail housings/shafts for you. Same rules apply to autos.

Thanks cat! Question number 2, Will a tcase from a 4r bolt up to a properly modified or 4x4 zf6?

 

[Cat_rebel]

Thanks cat! Question number 2, Will a tcase from a 4r bolt up to a properly modified or 4x4 zf6?

That it won't, you'll need a 4r100 T case for a 4r100 & a ZF6 T case for a ZF6. Donno why they didn't make those interchangeable. :doh:

 

[PDT1081]

That it won't, you'll need a 4r100 T case for a 4r100 & a ZF6 T case for a ZF6. Donno why they didn't make those interchangeable. :doh:

Will a divorced NP205 hold up behind a ZF6?

 

[Mike's Diesel Performance]

No it will not.

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[TrailerHauler]

Bringing this one back from the dead, I want to do the same with a 2wd zf6 truck. Am I going to need a 4wd zf6 or can I make this one work?

There's a member on the forum that goes by co04cobra, back when I was looking for a 4x4 zf6 I found out he had some or could get one at a reasonable price. They are not easy to come by, and they aren't cheap either.

That it won't, you'll need a 4r100 T case for a 4r100 & a ZF6 T case for a ZF6. Donno why they didn't make those interchangeable. :doh:

I'm pretty sure you can swap the input shaft on the tcase to make it work with a zf easy enough.

 

[co04cobra]

Bringing this one back from the dead, I want to do the same with a 2wd zf6 truck. Am I going to need a 4wd zf6 or can I make this one work?

Happen to run across this one. I have several 4x4 zf-6s. If you are interested PM me with what you need. Thanks.

 

[Beans71086]

Pm sent

 

[RHCDIESEL]

i have the front axle springs brackets and all the parts needed on the front end for a 4x4 swap. ill even throw in the driveshafts if you want them let me know if interested

 

[Cory@RPHC]

im gonna join this discussion now since im looking at going 2wd to 4x4. I can get axles, driveshafts and so all ill need is the transfer case and tail housing for a 4x4 4r100. Ive found some things on ebay and I want to make sure these will actually work.

Manual Transfer Case:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/2003-FORD-F...pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&vxp=mtr

Tail Housing:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/4R100-FORD-...Parts_Accessories&vxp=mtr&hash=item2315b3339e

Will these work for me. I know the transfer case says it will but i want to be 100% sure

 

[TrailerHauler]

Both parts look like they should work, and the t case listing says it should work with your application. I'm not completely sure as I can't remember but you might need an output shaft for the 4r100 as well as the tail housing, but I might be thinking of the zf6.

 

[co04cobra]

im gonna join this discussion now since im looking at going 2wd to 4x4. I can get axles, driveshafts and so all ill need is the transfer case and tail housing for a 4x4 4r100. Ive found some things on ebay and I want to make sure these will actually work.

Manual Transfer Case:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/2003-FORD-F...pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&vxp=mtr

Tail Housing:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/4R100-FORD-...Parts_Accessories&vxp=mtr&hash=item2315b3339e

Will these work for me. I know the transfer case says it will but i want to be 100% sure

I have not had good luck with ebay remans. I sell the t-cases for less then that. Also, the tailhousing will work, BUT you have to change the main shaft in the trans as well. If I can help with some parts PM me.


On edit. Just saw its a used t-case not reman. Sorry about that. Still a little high on price. IMO.

 

[02POWERSTROKE7.3]

Im also getting ready to start a 4x4 swap. What transfer case is behind a 4r100? Wanting a manual transfer case.

 

[Cat_rebel]

Find a 271 off a 99-03, IIRC the 273 was the electric shift.

 

[Dzlnut]

I converted mine to 4wd.... Very easy and worth while.


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