c-mac

I was just wondering if the fx4 was a package with some upgrades over a plain 4x4 model. Kind of like a Chevy Z71.

01f1502wd

Ive been wondering the same thing for a while. I think that the FX4 is made to be used off road more often than those who just use the 4x4. 4x4 is there in case you want to go offroad when you might get stuck. Im just guessin..

dplummer87

This is going off sheer guess. I know the interior is a bit different than just the regular 4x4. Also, i think it has different gears, my Fx4 has 3:73, if i recall correctly, the regular 4x4 comes 3:55. Couldnt tell ya if the suspension is different though, the FX4 only comes 5.4 (i think)...Basically the FX4 is 4x4 with the FX package. Thats what the FX2 is anyway, its an XLT 2wd with the FX package.

brub27

dplummer is right, the 4x4 comes with 3.55 and fx4 with 3.73 LS the difference mechanically is the fx4 has name brand off road shocks which are stiffer for off roading of course, but to dampen the ride of the fx4 to make it still appealing and pleasant to drive is the tires. The 4x4 uses like a c-rated I think while the fx4 uses an e-rated, e-rated being a softer tire. This way the fx4 will have a nearly identical ride as the 4x4. Also, you can get a 4x4 in just about every model xl,stx,xlt, lariat and king ranch, while the fx4 is exclusive. The fx4 also has skid plates, while the 4x4 doesn't.

dplummer87

Makes sense, i was close, just didnt have all the details thanks for the info though, hope that answers the original question. I conquer with the ride, to me (im only 22) its luxurious, quiet and smooth on the highway.

jb_greenie_03

i think the fx4 trucks have a 17" wheel too... and ive only seen em in ext cab short box config. they do have the bigger rear end and a 5.4 also... could be wrong on the 5.4 though.

my 4x4 xlt does have a 3.55 but also has a stock limited slip... ha and buckets with a console. mines definitely a different duck

obusnizzle

the FX has a revised shock and standard skid plates, some of the plates are optional on the other 4x4 trucks. Also, monochromatic trim and two different tire options.

JRV

They also came in many configurations. Some came with the 4.6, and also not just shortbed extended cab. The Fx4 I bought my rims from was a Stepside regular cab...my friend has a Styleside long box regular cab, and they also came in crew cabs. Here's a 4.6 Screw - http://lincoln.craigslist.org/cto/1103598366.html

Basically, the Fx4 package included LT265/70R17 Goodyear Wrangler AT/S tires, alloy wheels, Rancho shock absorbers, 3.55 or 3.73 axle gearing and extra skid plates. The package added $860 to the truck's base price.

dale7637

Mine is a 5.4 03 fx4 lariat supercrew. You can order the FX4 as a trim package on most of the body styles and layouts.

rompn4x

I believe its stiffer shocks, skid plates, 3.73 gears and a torsion diff posi unit. Also maybe bigget tow hooks?