I have had both 2 wheel and 4 wheel drive Dodge trucks over the years and live in Virginia where the snow is not that horrible so I would say that except for my recent need for towing, we are in similar positions.
When I had my first 4 wheel drive I thought it was nearly wasted because I did not think I used it enough, but when I switched back to 2 wheel drive and found that while you may not need 4 wheel that often, there is no substitute during those times (I was standed at home for 3 days several years ago because of 18" of snow). Also, I use 4 wheel in solid pack conditions where 2 wheel may be capable of traveling but not with anywhere near the stability of 4 wheel.
Craig
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Originally Posted by Klute
I am going to buy a 2002 Ram 1500 Quad Cab and I am having a difficult time justifying the extra $ for a 4X4.
I live near St. Louis MO and occasionally we get snow/ice/sleet. I have a fairly long driveway that is on an uphill grade of about 8 feet high of 40 feet length.
Everyone (salemen) says that all I need is some weight in the backend and I will not have any problems. I am not so sure. I would hate to get a 2x4 and have to park it on the street during winter storms or have problems traveling in the snow.
I really have no practical use for 4x4 other than that.
Are these salemen right (don't trust them) and if so, how much weight would I need?
Thanks!
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