Traction Problem

[LaneKJ]

So today I was backing up an empty utility trailer that I can lift by myself. Literally. Its not heavy. Anyways, I got caught in a wet patch of grass. Now recently, I got a brand new set of Yokohama Geolander ATS tires and was expecting them to do their job. But no, I sat and spun my tires. The expectations I had for those tires have now dropped.

Does anybody know of a rather cheap/effective way to gain more traction? Thanks guys.

 

[new jeep owner]

engage the 4x4 :happy175: :happy175: :happy175:

 

[LaneKJ]

Yes. I know its 2wd. I didn't buy the car, it was handed down to me. So shut it.

 

[first&lastKJ]

How about a Detroit locker.

 

[LaneKJ]

How about a Detroit locker.

Do you have one? Whats your experience with them?

 

[first&lastKJ]

I dont have one. I have read posts about them. I guess they make a big difference in traction. A friend of mine has a 78 wrangler and it has lockers. He said it was the best investment he ever made. He said he can go places in 2wd now that he needed 4wd before.

 

[LaneKJ]

I dont have one. I have read posts about them. I guess they make a big difference in traction. A friend of mine has a 78 wrangler and it has lockers. He said it was the best investment he ever made. He said he can go places in 2wd now that he needed 4wd before.

Gotcha. I may have to look into that. Thanks.

 

[first&lastKJ]

Lots of good info and videos on you tube about different types of lockers.

 

[LaneKJ]

Lots of good info and videos on you tube about different types of lockers.

Sounds good. Thank you.

 

[new jeep owner]

Yes. I know its 2wd. I didn't buy the car, it was handed down to me. So shut it.

didn't realize it was only 2wd. soooooooo. right back at ya

 

[LibertyTC]

I have the 8.25 factory Trac-Lok and posi-traction really helps.
Even though the clutch pack was replaced a while ago, I often even in snow/slime conditions only need 2WD. If it is steep and or off camber etc, I do need 4WD.
If I wear these Trash Lok clutches again I will install something else.
I use Lucas GL5 and posi additive every 10k to keep it clean & extend life of clutch pack.
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I think the Eaton would make a good replacement.
http://www.quadratec.com/products/16100_320.htm

 

[J-Thompson]

Putting in a locker will help in some situations
but it will hurt more
with out the front diff "pulling" you in a strait line
driving in rain or even worse snow will be a nightmare
I have a Detroit in my TJ and on wet grass I can do
some hell'a doughnuts to the point I can power brake
it and literally steer the rear

You problem was direction of travel
the suspension was designed to go forward
rear drive does better pushing
when you go forward the rear tires turn clockwise
causing the suspension to "load down" by
trying to lift every thing in front of the rear axle
in reverse you only have the weight of what is behind
the rear axle ,not much

IMO you have 2 choices
#1 only go forward with a trailer
or
#2 sell the 2wd Jeep and get a 4wd version