2wd to 4wd Conversion
09-26-2015, 10:39 AM
#12
Dailydriving300ci-of-fury
Originally Posted by MusicBro
Oh okay that makes sense. Thanks for the clarification. I think that's all the questions for now lol. Thanks for your time!
12-22-2015, 06:49 AM
#14
Dailydriving300ci-of-fury
Originally Posted by truee_fuller
I have a 88 F150 custom.. 4.9 6Cyl
Looking into converting it into 4x4, curious as to how much the cost is for the whole project.. Rough estimate will be fine.
Looking into converting it into 4x4, curious as to how much the cost is for the whole project.. Rough estimate will be fine.
12-22-2015, 08:03 AM
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It really depends on what a parts truck or the parts go for in your area. It also depends on what condition the parts themselves are in. My front axle needed new tie rods, so I went ahead and did ball joints while I had it apart. It also needed new rotors and pads as well. My transmission and transfer case I got went through a fluid change and filter on the trans, so that was cost. Also, I used a bronco transfer case and driveshaft, so I had to get my driveshaft lengthened. I got both front and rear axles and transmission and transfer case for $300 plus a $20 tip for the junkyard owner assisting me and a friend take the parts out. I would probably say after it was all said and done, I had anywhere around $500-600 in the swap. I'm sure it could be done for cheaper, but this was how it worked out for me. I'd say if I could've bought an entire parts truck, I could've got the parts I needed and sold the rest, maybe even break even. Good luck man. Tip: Stay away from 87-88 front axles, they have a top hat style locking hub, parts are hard to find and expensive for them.
Awesome! I was expecting more than 5 or 6 hundred. Will do. Thanks For The advice.
12-23-2015, 07:44 AM
#17
Dailydriving300ci-of-fury
Originally Posted by Chris_1
Actually you should expect it to cost way more. 5 or 600 is an estimate from somebody who knows how to scout out deals, got lucky, and can do all the work himself.
