Shifting to 4Lo on Automatic - gear clash
JK Freak
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From: west chester,pa/glenwood springs, co
JK Newbie
Joined: Jan 2008
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From: Okinawa Japan
I just completed my 5th time off road earlier today...so I am about as green as green.
The area I was wheeling in has a number of steep inclines/declines with loose footing. Before I attempt to ascend or descend I usually try position the Jeep so it's pointed in the direction I want to tackle the hill from and try to stay on that line so as not to turn and induce driveline bind.
Since I am so afraid to induce driveline bind I spend a lot of prep time, in 2WD of course, trying to get in position to make my run up or down the incline, reversing then going forward while ever so slightly turning, I continue this "dance" until I get in position.
Does this "dance" scenario seem unnecessary, I guess I am asking the following...If the Jeep has lockers engaged and is in 4Lo and I feel I need to turn, am I in danger of causing damage to my Jeep? Should I only turn so far?
Help.
The area I was wheeling in has a number of steep inclines/declines with loose footing. Before I attempt to ascend or descend I usually try position the Jeep so it's pointed in the direction I want to tackle the hill from and try to stay on that line so as not to turn and induce driveline bind.
Since I am so afraid to induce driveline bind I spend a lot of prep time, in 2WD of course, trying to get in position to make my run up or down the incline, reversing then going forward while ever so slightly turning, I continue this "dance" until I get in position.
Does this "dance" scenario seem unnecessary, I guess I am asking the following...If the Jeep has lockers engaged and is in 4Lo and I feel I need to turn, am I in danger of causing damage to my Jeep? Should I only turn so far?
Help.
JK Freak
Joined: Oct 2007
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From: west chester,pa/glenwood springs, co
I just completed my 5th time off road earlier today...so I am about as green as green.
The area I was wheeling in has a number of steep inclines/declines with loose footing. Before I attempt to ascend or descend I usually try position the Jeep so it's pointed in the direction I want to tackle the hill from and try to stay on that line so as not to turn and induce driveline bind.
Since I am so afraid to induce driveline bind I spend a lot of prep time, in 2WD of course, trying to get in position to make my run up or down the incline, reversing then going forward while ever so slightly turning, I continue this "dance" until I get in position.
Does this "dance" scenario seem unnecessary, I guess I am asking the following...If the Jeep has lockers engaged and is in 4Lo and I feel I need to turn, am I in danger of causing damage to my Jeep? Should I only turn so far?
Help.
The area I was wheeling in has a number of steep inclines/declines with loose footing. Before I attempt to ascend or descend I usually try position the Jeep so it's pointed in the direction I want to tackle the hill from and try to stay on that line so as not to turn and induce driveline bind.
Since I am so afraid to induce driveline bind I spend a lot of prep time, in 2WD of course, trying to get in position to make my run up or down the incline, reversing then going forward while ever so slightly turning, I continue this "dance" until I get in position.
Does this "dance" scenario seem unnecessary, I guess I am asking the following...If the Jeep has lockers engaged and is in 4Lo and I feel I need to turn, am I in danger of causing damage to my Jeep? Should I only turn so far?
Help.
as long as your not on pavement or concrete go ahead and turn all u want. you will feel it when it does something it doesnt like. as long as the dirt is under the tires then it will slide just fine.
JK Junkie
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From: Kennesaw, GA
You just need to find that sweet spot. Obviously, our speedometers lack the precision to really say you're going 1, 2, or 3 mph. But, moving but almost stopped is where I have the luck. Once you learn that spot it'll go in and out perfectly. Just like another task that newbies (of a different type) sometimes have problems with. 
come to a stop and let of the brake to allow the vehicle to barely move and apply steady pressure.