HD Transfer Case / 1 Ton No Duals

[Dave Zuber]

New member here to the form, so if this has been answered in a previouse form or in the TDR Mag, just point me to it!

I'm looking at a 2001 3/4 ton, one of the options is a HD transfer case. What do I get for my $100? I understand this is the same transfer case in the 1 ton. Looking underneath both trucks gives no answer.

Also, has anyone changed a 1 ton back to use singles? What is involved? Just a quick guess is that I could change the front hubs to ones with less offset and then change to the single rims. I want the HD frame, but don't want the duals for off road.

Thanks... .

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Dave Zuber, 91 Dodge 250, Cummins, 3sp Auto, 4x4. Triumph Tiger, XR400, XR650L
Triumph Tiger, XR650L, XR400, Hodaka Dirt Squirt.

 

[MikeR]

The frames are exactly the same... the hubs and brakes are the only difference. The only reason the bed capacity is higher on a 3500,is because the two extra wheels carry about 2000 lbs of extra weight (ex. 8,800 vs 10,500). Trailer towing capacity is the same between the two. So if you don't want a dually,get a 2500.

-Mike

[This message has been edited by MikeR (edited 04-23-2001). ]

 

[klenger]

look at https://www.turbodieselregister.com/ubb//Forum4/HTML/004684.html for info on the difference between the transfer cases. Look for the reply from Dave Fritz towards the end for his comments.

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Ken Lenger
2001. 5 2500 QC 4X4 SWB SLT, ETC/DDX 5 Speed, 3. 54 (no LSD), camper group, trailer folding mirrors, RBR CD/Radio, LT265/75R16E AT OWL tires, trailer tow group, Patroit Blue / Agate, Westin CPS Step Bars, Jordan Utlima Brake Controller, Weather_Guard 664 tool box/
Replaces 98 Jeep Grand Cherokee V8 which is for sale.
Trailite 21' Travel Trailer, ~4000 lbs loaded.