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miamioffshore 10-14-2005 11:49 AM

2wd truck ramp slip fix?
 
If you have a 2 wheel drive truck that can't get traction on a slippery ramp, has anyone ever tried, snow chains? plywood? carpet strips? Or anything else, that would solve the problem?

pullmytrigger 10-14-2005 11:51 AM

Re: 2wd truck ramp slip fix?
 
4wd.......

Sean H 10-14-2005 12:00 PM

Re: 2wd truck ramp slip fix?
 
short of 4WD, weight in the back and a good limited-slip rear end are your only hope...

miamioffshore 10-14-2005 12:02 PM

Re: 2wd truck ramp slip fix?
 
i have a locking rear, just wondering what pulling out a top gun is gonna be like.

Chris Sunkin 10-14-2005 01:22 PM

Re: 2wd truck ramp slip fix?
 
Doubt you'd be able to use chains on someone's ramp without someone getting pretty upset. The other stuff you mentioned is worthless.

You might get away with dumping some coarse, abrasive. I've used a blasing media called black beauty- it's crushed coal cinders. If where you're at is heavy with algae, it might bail you out of a jam. An extra 1,000 lbs in the bed won't hurt. If you plan on launching 3 times a week, there's only one way- 4wd

BajaRunner 10-14-2005 01:43 PM

Re: 2wd truck ramp slip fix?
 
4wd

florida gator 10-14-2005 05:16 PM

Re: 2wd truck ramp slip fix?
 
Ltd slip

miamioffshore 10-14-2005 06:33 PM

Re: 2wd truck ramp slip fix?
 
What about brake throttle modulation (this works wonders for humvees) or a front end tow rig to hook up in the front so the rear wheels are higher and on the dry pavement?

Sean H 10-14-2005 07:43 PM

Re: 2wd truck ramp slip fix?
 

Originally Posted by miamioffshore
What about brake throttle modulation (this works wonders for humvees) or a front end tow rig to hook up in the front so the rear wheels are higher and on the dry pavement?

some ramps are so chitty that your hood would be underwater around here.... :(

Sydwayz 10-14-2005 10:27 PM

Re: 2wd truck ramp slip fix?
 

Originally Posted by miamioffshore
What about brake throttle modulation (this works wonders for humvees) or a front end tow rig to hook up in the front so the rear wheels are higher and on the dry pavement?

That and the weight of the trailer (tongue) on your front axle would reduce the down force on your rear axle trying to back you out. Your only safe bet is investing in 4WD, or having a buddy there with a tow strap.


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