Manual Locking Hubs

[blujfan9293]

I've read through the posts and have a few specific questions; I bought a Proton that came with Superwinch hubs installed, and I was wanting to remove them.

1. When locked in 4WD, does the TOD work as it should? Understand the 2WD freewheeling torque going to the axel but not the wheels
2. What is the process to lock/unlock them?

thanks,

blujfan9293

[Ldub]

I've read through the posts and have a few specific questions; I bought a Proton that came with Superwinch hubs installed, and I was wanting to remove them.

1. When locked in 4WD, does the TOD work as it should? Understand the 2WD freewheeling torque going to the axel but not the wheels
2. What is the process to lock/unlock them?

thanks,

blujfan9293

Locked in 4-LO, power goes to front & rear axles 50%/50%. TOD, not in play.

Locking hubs are either locked/unlocked = manually (by turning a manual selection device located on the hub), or automatically (by reversing your vehicle for 10-15 feet)

[crotchrocket]

i still don't understand the benefits of the free wheel hubs on the US models, the TOD must have a fit mustn't it?

Fair enought on the JDM as in 2WD you can stop the hole front trans turning whilst driving

[Grif]

I just noticed I have superwinch locking hubs up front. They have been in the 4x2 position ever since I bought it, as Ive never switched them to the 4x4 position.

My TOD indicators appear to work normally, and all this time I thought the TOD was in effect. Are you all saying that with the superwinch hubs in 4x2 position, the TOD is effectively bypassed and all power goes to the rear wheels?

I have a 3in lift, and recently had my CV's done as they were damaged. If what I'm reading here is true, then having the hubs in the 4x2 position should help mitigate further cv damage?

I think I'd rather run with full TOD working, despite the CV issues. Should I switch the hubs over to 4x4 to get the benefit of TOD?

[Sprey]

I just noticed I have superwinch locking hubs up front. They have been in the 4x2 position ever since I bought it, as Ive never switched them to the 4x4 position.

My TOD indicators appear to work normally, and all this time I thought the TOD was in effect. Are you all saying that with the superwinch hubs in 4x2 position, the TOD is effectively bypassed and all power goes to the rear wheels?

I have a 3in lift, and recently had my CV's done as they were damaged. If what I'm reading here is true, then having the hubs in the 4x2 position should help mitigate further cv damage?

I think I'd rather run with full TOD working, despite the CV issues. Should I switch the hubs over to 4x4 to get the benefit of TOD?

When i switch my 2wd to Tod on my Vx definitly notice the steering feels more harder and more precise.

For the Tod bypassed all the hubs do is stop the power actualy going to the wheels but your transfer case and cvjoints are still turning just the power doesnt hit the wheels cause your in the hub disengaged mode aka 4x2.
Chuck it into 4x4 on the hubs and go for a run im sure youl notice the difference

[tom4bren]

I doubt you'll notice much of a difference whilst on the the road. The only significant difference will be off road or winter driving.

[PK]

I doubt you'll notice much of a difference whilst on the the road. The only significant difference will be off road or winter driving.

Sorry Tom, cannot agree with that.

As soon as I shift into TOD high, (from 2wd) there is a change in power, performance, handling and drive train noise.
Not bad, but definitely noticable. If I ever started off in TOD by accident, I would know before I got to 20KPH.

Mind you, it doesn't stop me from giving it a flogging through the snow and over the mountains in TOD when the mood dictates.

Regards

PK

[tom4bren]

OK, I stand corrected. If you drive on pavement like PK, WormGod or CSTYLES then maybe it'll make a noticable difference. If you drive NORMAL, you won't notice it.

[blujfan9293]

I switched my Superwinch hubs to 4x4 for the first time past weekend and I got better mileage, from 15.5 up to 17. But the noise was horrid! It sounded like dry gears running (I just had CV boot replaced and serviced, so I know it was fine). My handling markedly improved.

I had a torn CV boot; being in 4x2 probably staved off damage.

I see the comments about saving wear, but I wonder of the disadvantage of gears not getting use? I sticking to 4x4 mode.