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Converting All time 4wd to push button?

Old Dec 12, 2008 | 10:38 AM
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Anyone have any idea as to how hard this would be?
Right now I have a 1996 All-Time 4wd blazer.
I like it for the winter, only problem is that having 4wd at all times is killing my gas mileage.
What would I need to do the conversion?
Push button selector, and all the wiring?
 
Old Dec 12, 2008 | 11:00 AM
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I doubt its killing your mileage...it kinda stays in 2wd until it detects slip.

Theres plenty to look into before trying to swap it.

But...you would need a new transfer case, new front driveshaft. You would have to replace the 1 piece front passenger side axle shaft with the 2 piece passenger shaft from non-autotrac blazers, then you need a vacuum actuator or a posi-lock cable to be able to engage the front axle collar when you select 4wd...

Might I interest you in a new blazer instead?
 
Old Dec 12, 2008 | 11:53 AM
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No, it doesn't stay in 2wd until it detects a slip, I had it on the lift at work and when in drive, all four wheels were getting power.
 
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Default RE: Converting All time 4wd to push button?

The earlier systems were a full time 30/70 F/R split.

The rest of what Jason has stated is true though. There is A LOT to change over.
 
Old Dec 12, 2008 | 12:14 PM
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Well, **** it then, Haha.
My 4.3 is getting higher in miles so I'll just swap a new(er) motor in and keep the All time 4wd.
 
Old Dec 12, 2008 | 12:22 PM
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What kind of mileage are you getting???
 
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