How important is 4x4

[Bumblebee_1]

First of let me say I have never had 4X4. I don't go off road and I only use paved ramps. 2002 Dodge Durango 2WD 4.7L V160 Bumblebee 14mpg with boat 18mpg highway no boat. This rig is an aboslute pleasure to use. Never any issues or problems getting in and out of ramps at any of the lakes I go to.

Best of luck,
Bumblebee

[slobslayer]

It all depends on what you're doing. If you fish the major lakes with good ramps 2wd is fine. I've seen people pull 17ft. Lunds with a Crown Victoria and pull it out of Lake Cumberland. (it was interesting, but it worked) If you are putting into places where the ramps aren't built well, are gravel, or if you fish the river and have to get into it you will want a 4x4.

I fish the river and I go places on other adventures that require a 4x4, but if I didn't have too I wouldn't have one. It's just one more piece of equipment to break on you.

I agree 100%. If not for any other reason, buy the 4-WD because it will hold its value much better than a 2-WD. Why? Because practically everyone wants a 4-WD.

[Jordan Bozarth]

very!! 2wd u can get hung up in wet grass

[slimshad09]

F.O.R.D. Found on road dead! Thats what my old man used to say. #1 selling truck and cheapest too! You get what you pay for. Not to start on that, but the 4x4 thing is a must if you use the ramps in KY. They are slick and a 4x4 comes in handy. Good luck it seems like buying a vehicle these days is a crap shoot.

[Bonefish]

Had a F-150 and had nothing but trouble...replacement of plugs and coils on left side after a rain storms. I have a Dodge and it simple runs and out pulls the Ford. Would not do without the 4X4.

[barkleyhawggitter]

real important if you decide to run over your fat girlfriend. hard to back up over her if hubs aint locked.

[demodan]

I am in the market for an F150. I am looking to spend around 22K. What I am finding is that alot of deals don't have exactly what I want. I want a super crew 4x4 since I have a family of 5 to take to the lake while I also need a towing package to take my 20 ft Nitro. However, one of the things I think I need is 4x4. Around here is that really neccessary? I am currently using my 98 Ranger which has 4x4 and I know I couldn't have done alot that I have done without 4x4. I have owned this truck for ten years and I dont wanna regret not getting 4x4. What are EVERYONEs thoughts here on 4x4 needs in Ky?

I bought a brand new F-150 from Star Ford...it is not a 4+4. Even though I have a small tracker TX 17...I've pulled my buddys 20ft trition all over the USA...the largest Bass Cat they make all over the place...in the snow / rain / ramps with ice on them; and haven't had one problem!!!...I have saved so much money....with insurance prices and gas it is unreal.. it isn't funny. It will smoke a 4+4 and leave it in it's dust...flat out hot rod power with just the two wheel drive...yet drives like a caddie. But that is just my 2-cents worth. I spent just what you mentioned...I spent around 22 grand for it, and it had all he bells and whisles;...but not the 4+4. I go hunting up dirt roads and mud...I haven't regreated it one bit! It has the towing package and all is great. I have 3 kids...and they all fit just fine! I just like the power and the get up and go...pulls boats just fine and dandy.

[findingem]

I pull with a 2003 f150 Super Crew two wheel drive with the tow package. The only issue I've ever had is in the late Winter after ice builds up on the ramp after other boats have already been trailered. I just have to take it easy on the gas pedal and pull out slower than normal. Keep in mind, these are good ramps.

[walkeraviator]

You know a few years ago, i got a good deal on an 85 monte carlo SS so i sold off my Wrangler to get it. What a mistake... I missed work a few days when snow hit...ill never go back to 2wd... anything... i want to get the new taurus SHO...not because of its turbo engine but simply because it is AWD... having power to all 4 wheels is paramount to any other fancy option you can put on a car...