I'm stumped with this issue

[BigRAWesty]

On the weekend just gone I attended a fun run which turned out to be one huge mudfest!!
And from the weekend I have a small issue which can easily be fixed with a bit if cash but I want to nut this one out..

My issue is I keep getting hung up on the diffs.. Simple..
Now before you jump on the 'bigger tyres' wagon I have this question.

How did the father in-law do it all in a Prado on stock 31" street tyres??

Now I'm running 31" AT's with 2" lift.
I have an LSD rear diff, he has a locka.
Sure he has a bit more poke but mine wasn't dying.
Also his front is independent, but solid rear.

The only differences I can pick was he dropped his tyres at 18, while kept mine at 25.
Surly this can't be my issue? Or can it?
I know it's a big factor when on sand, but does the same apply for mud?


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[Bigrig]

No front diff to get hung up on? Is it a new wagon? Does it have that Kinetic suspension setup? As that travels pretty well from what I've heard.

What about the obvious (sorry mate) - was he picking a different/better line???

[BigRAWesty]

Only front end. Still solid rear.


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[Bigrig]

Only front end. Still solid rear.


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Sorry mate - read that and edited my post ...

[threedogs]

You'll also find that diff clearance is not all that much different from 4x4 to 4x4.
and X 2 with above

[BigRAWesty]

No front diff to get hung up on? Is it a new wagon? Does it have that Kinetic suspension setup? As that travels pretty well from what I've heard.

What about the obvious (sorry mate) - was he picking a different/better line???

It is a wagon and on road weights are about the same due to his having more accessories.
As far as I know it's a standard suspension system. An 06 Prado.


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[threedogs]

Yeah and let some air out to go 4x4ing whats just happened, you have lowered your diff, go figure.
I'd go and measure mine now but its raining in Mexico, 27 yesterday sounds right

Also 31" tyres are small as most would be running 285s or 33" [same]
then the guys running 33s bitch cause the guys running 35"s make the ruts too deep
then the guys with 35"s complain about the guys running 37"
Run 44" boggers problem solved

[macca86]

Traction momentum and the right line get you far. His being locked in front will get him further than you in a big way being independent front removes the front diff issue. Just pick your lines better thinking of tyre and diff placement

[Ben-e-boy]

TYRE PRESSURES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! very often overlooked a couple of psi makes a big difference in any situation

[threedogs]

Save your cash for a diff lock and muddies, air down, pick the right line you wont be having this conversation. at all except
anyone see that Prado get stuck, good off road as they are STD