I have 6 40-pounders in my '99 4x4. Last winter I used 2 70-pounders
and was OK but wanted a little more insurance. Do you have a tonneau
cover, or something else over the bed? If not, be ready for a total
mess in the spring when you take them out. The plastic those bags are
made of is not good. Also, keep in mind that those bags WILL take on
water (turning them into ice bricks when it's below freezing), so
they'll weigh more than 75 pounds in the spring - consider buying a
larger number of smaller bags to make them movable later.
I bought "Traction Sand" at Home Depot. Last year I bought "Tube Sand"
which, while it appears to be in a strong casing, disintegrated as soon
as I tried to lift it out in May.
While you're at it, spend about $20 and build a box to keep the sand
from sliding around (you'll thank me - sliding sandbags SUCKS). I
bought 2 8-foot pressure treated 2x6s and 4 joist hangers. Then, I
measured & cut the wood to make a box in the wheelwell area - a board
ahead of the wells, one behind, and then 2 lengthwise connecting them,
next to the wells. Then use the joist hangers and some screws to lock
everything together. This puts the weight right over your rear axle,
where you want it.
Many thanks to Kyle K for this idea. So far, it's working wonderfully.
MATTHEW N INTIHAR wrote:
>
> Ok, I feel stupid asking this, but this is my first truck, and my first
> winter driving. I have a 92 CC 3.9L auto 4x2, and I am wondering how
> many 75 lbs. sand bags to put in the back. I appreciate the help.
>
> Matt
>
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