I off-road frequently an a '92 4WD Club Cab V8 auto. I have also owned a
LR Discovery (heavily off-roaded) and have off-roaded a bit in
LandCruisers and Jeeps and even a Subaru BRAT.
It takes patience and planning to offroad in the Dak. The rear overhang,
stiff suspension (I have the towing package - there is virtually no
droop of the wheels to conform to terrain), wide turning radius and long
wheelbase make even mild trails challenging compared to other
purpose-built off-road vehicles.
I'm thinking of putting in a rear locker to take some of the drama away.
I also carry 2 pair of tire chains which come in real handy in sand, mud
or slippery surfaces. It could really use the 3" lift kit but at $1,000+
and more for installation, I'd rather save for a new Wrangler. Until
then, I will avoid difficult trails and have fun where I can while
investing minimally in the Dak.
Mark
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Mark E. Kraieski
Director, Enterprise Product Development
TransQuest, Inc. 404/773-8537
mailto:mark.kraieski@transquest.com
> ----------
> From: Howard Wilson[SMTP:howard@bga.sps.mot.com]
> Sent: Monday, March 31, 1997 9:17 AM
> To: dakota@ait.fredonia.edu; dakota@ait.fredonia.edu
> Subject: mild off-roading in 4WD Dakoka?
>
> does anyone use the 4wd part of their dakota for anything but snow,
> boat ramps,
> and the occassional sandy spot?
>
> that's really all i've ever used mine for, unfortunately. 4wd costs
> extra, and
> i would like to use it a little, without becoming a jeep person, and
> having to
> spend all kinds of money on winches, special tires, lift kits, paint
> jobs
> (damage repair!), etc.
>
> anyone know any mild trails that could be done in an extended cab 4wd
> dakota in
> the austin, texas area or surrounding areas. nothing boulder strewn
> and sheet
> metal threatening, just a little casual fun.
>
> thanks,
>
> --
> Howard P. Wilson
> howard@bga.sps.mot.com
>
>
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