Ok, still trying to find the answer for this with our AWD systems:
In high traction conditions (paved roads), which wheel(s) is getting 100%
of the torque? There is no full time torque split, right?
Thanks...
On Fri, 1 Mar 2002 fawcett@uism.bu.edu wrote:
> JP,
>
> I agree completely with your observations and I got the "Full-Time" 4wd option
> in my Kota for much the same reason as you.
>
> Just one minor thought/clarification though, the AWD system in the current
> Kota's differs markedly from a part-time system in that there is a "center"
> open-differential (between the front and rear axles) which allows this system to
> be operated in high traction conditions (paved roads). In theory this does make
> the system less "aggressive" for extreme wheeling due to power distribution
> concerns inherent in any "open differential" design.
>
> For me, I've got the best of both worlds in that my '98 has both a part-time and
> full-time (in addition to part-time 4lo) position on the shifter... Hooray for
> me! ;-)
> Tom
>
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> Subject: DML: Transfer Case Options
> Author: <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
> Date: 2/28/2002 8:35 PM
>
> This is a bit of a test since I just joined the DML. I own an '01 CC 4.7
> SLT+ AWD ABS LSD. I also own a '99 Jeep GC with the Quad Drive and Subaru
> Legacy with it's AWD system. As you can see I am a believer in AWD. Not so
> much from the off road capability but from the safety and performance
> standpoint. In the pacific northwest we have a wide variety of road
> conditions that can change rapidly. I have been generally pleased with the
> AWD vehicles that I have and they track well whether I hit large puddles on
> the highway or head over on of the many Cascade passes with snow and ice. I
> consider the capability much like insurance. You are paying extra until you
> really need it. With respect to the thread about Transfer Cases I have to
> say I am very pleased with the Dakota version. In AWD mode it is just an
> open differential (in function) in the TC but the performance is great on the
> hiway. Bonus, I can do full throttle launches with the 4.7 and ALL power
> goes to motion rather than smoke. As others have indicated, all the parts
> are in motion whether you have part-time or AWD. My on hiway fuel economy is
> 20+ around town is 16+...........unless I start having fun. I have had other
> pickups with part time systems and so far this is far and away the best. My
> advice with many years experience with various 4 wheel drive systems is get
> the AWD.
>
> JP
>
>
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