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Post by speed=t/d »

A mate has a petrol 80 series 95 model full time 4x4. 1/. for better economy is it possible to put lockable hubs in the front so that they will free wheeel? 2/. He's been quoted about 3 grand to do a LPG conversion (includes the spare wheel carrier) anyone recommend it, he has only got 90,000 k's up and its a tidy truck. Thanks in advance for any replies.
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Post by spazbot »

there are part time converion kits avail that mod the transfer 2 so the front diff isnt driven all the time
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Post by Jeff80 »

I have converted mine with a kit from Marks Adapters here in Melbourne. The kit cost just under $600 and includes all that is needed (minus the carrier? bearing) hubs, replament for centre diff and am really happy with it. The centre diff lock is now the high range switch.
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Post by udm »

Jeff80 wrote: The centre diff lock is now the high range switch.
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In my car you engage 4wd when the centre diff lock switch is on. You still use the shifter to change from high to low range.

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Post by bruiser »

Jeff
So your centre diff lock button changes gear in your transfer case for you. :cool:
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Post by Jeff80 »

Nah, Hi 4, if the hubs are locked in...
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Post by Jeff80 »

Nah, Hi 4, if the hubs are locked in...
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Post by HJ60_HEATHUS »

I doubt there would be much difference in economy. Just get gas put on and leave it full time 4wd. full time is better in my opinion.

You could put free wheeling hubs on easily enough though, as some model 80s had them anyway/ but you would have to drive around with the center diff locked all the time
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