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Stuck in soft sand...solutions???

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I have searched the forums and found a few similar threads, but nothing that directly solves my problem. I have a 2004 screw lariat 2wd. I don't do much offroading, but I do drive on the beach often. Are there any solutions for a 2wd avoiding getting stuck in soft sand? Would a rear locker help? BTW...my axle code is H9. Thanks in advance for the help.
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Your best bets would probably be sand tires (or at least, off-road trail tires, partially deflated to have an even larger footprint) and an LSD.
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I have 295/70/18 Cooper Discover S/T Maxx tires. Is my stock axle LSD?
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Check your axle code on the door jamb sticker
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H9 83/ 3.55 3.75M Ford Limited Slip
H9 87/ 3.55 3.8M Ford

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/2...tio-codes.html
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Sorry for all the questions, I really appreciate the info. If I already have the limited slip axle, is it worth putting a locker on?
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3:55 LS.. Air them down like Martin said.. 4WD will help.
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Originally Posted by jcnole96
Sorry for all the questions, I really appreciate the info. If I already have the limited slip axle, is it worth putting a locker on?
I wouldn't... that's a LOT of money to replace a diff that's already decently comparable to a locker
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Originally Posted by techrep
3:55 LS.. Air them down like Martin said.. 4WD will help.
I wish I had 4wd. Trying to explore all options without having to buy a new truck.

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