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07runner
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What is the deepest snow you have been through? How much snow does it take to stop the 4Runner? Of course I am talking about 4wd, I was surprised to find out they even make a 2 wheel drive version.
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Depends on what kind of snow you're talking about. I got stuck in my driveway in 6 inches of wet snow (~30 degree slope) while trying to pull into my garage. This would've happened to anyone at the speed I first tried it at. I backed up into the street, locked the center diff and punched it, no problem. I blame the crappy Dunflops for the first try more than the truck itself.
In cold, dry snow I bet at least 3 feet depending on your tires...
In cold, dry snow I bet at least 3 feet depending on your tires...
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07runner
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Had to be glare ice under the snow if only 6 in stopped you. In my car I can navigate 4 inches of wet snow and slush on flat to slightly hilly roads. In Syracuse NY were I live this is the norm, usually it takes 6 in or more of wet snow to stop most cars.
The most I have ever driven in was during the Toronto Snow Storm of 1999 (the one where the mayor wimped out and called in the army to clear the snow...) I believe that the accumulation was 25".
Drove from Mississauga to Oakville (20-25KM) in a 95 SR5 V6 4X4 running Bridgestone Dueler ATs. Did not get stuck once, very impressive capabilities for that truck. Can't wait for a large snowfall to try out my 2005...
Drove from Mississauga to Oakville (20-25KM) in a 95 SR5 V6 4X4 running Bridgestone Dueler ATs. Did not get stuck once, very impressive capabilities for that truck. Can't wait for a large snowfall to try out my 2005...
Was just up in tahoe last weekend when they got some great snow. Boarding was awesome, though visibility was limited. Anyway, I purposely took the runner to some unplowed areas and managed to plow though 2 - 3 feet on snow drifts with no problem at all.
I have the v8 awd model, and i didnt need to lock the center diff or switch into L4 at all.
Though while out on another more routine trip, i did hit some really icy areas, and i have the stock dunflops, and locking the diff stopped any slipping.
I must say, the runner handled like a dream. Now once i get some a/t's on here, i will be golden.
I have the v8 awd model, and i didnt need to lock the center diff or switch into L4 at all.
Though while out on another more routine trip, i did hit some really icy areas, and i have the stock dunflops, and locking the diff stopped any slipping.
I must say, the runner handled like a dream. Now once i get some a/t's on here, i will be golden.
Bluto
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I've parked in 1.5' of snow in the morning. Had a friend show up in the warmer afternoon, get stuck instantly.
Instead of going hunting and waiting for everything to re-freeze, they spent an hour getting out. Their Tahoe was like a fat kid with asthma on ice skates. They had Cooper AT tires, better than my Dunflops.
They went home tired. But before they left, they insisted I move my truck to make sure I was not stuck. I refused. No problems leaving at 5pm, with an extra passenger on the cargo carrier.
Just some advice: If you aren't on a road, and don't know the terrain 100%, ALWAYS get out and walk your path BEFORE you drive it. Driving into a drifted over 3' ditch wouln't be fun. The snow may be flat, the terrain under may not be.
Instead of going hunting and waiting for everything to re-freeze, they spent an hour getting out. Their Tahoe was like a fat kid with asthma on ice skates. They had Cooper AT tires, better than my Dunflops.
They went home tired. But before they left, they insisted I move my truck to make sure I was not stuck. I refused. No problems leaving at 5pm, with an extra passenger on the cargo carrier.
Just some advice: If you aren't on a road, and don't know the terrain 100%, ALWAYS get out and walk your path BEFORE you drive it. Driving into a drifted over 3' ditch wouln't be fun. The snow may be flat, the terrain under may not be.
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07runner
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I am confused. If the Tahoe got stuck, it must have only been 2 wheel drive. This is a full size heavy suv. The snow traction should be just as good or better than the 4 runner because of the weight. Snow plows are only 2 wheel drive, but with so much weight over the tires I have seen these things push 3 feet of snow up hill with plenty of traction. Yes in my area this happans several times during the winter. The Tahoe is an american sh#% box though.
Tahoe's are 2 wheel drive no matter what. 4x4 on a Tahoe = 2 EXTREMELY Open difs = 2 wheel drive, whether your turning just the rear 2 or the diagonal two, they suck ass.07runner said:
My dad used to have a 99 Suburban that constantly got stuck in our own driveway in less than 6 inches of snow. He'd get so pissed he'd sit there stomping on the gas shifting between drive and reverse fishtailing all over the place into our yard, I think he even hit the tree in our front yard one day. I remember the place looked like a bomb hit our front yard after he was done. We didn't have grass til late summer that year...
Bluto
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07runner said:
4WD, but two were spinning. Some have rear lockers, this one did not. It weighs about 500 lbs. more than a 4Runner. Heavy does not help on soft terrain. Neither did the low ground clearance or lack or traction control.
Snow plows work on roads. Most of the time they drive over a plowed surface. I'd like to see a snow plow move anything in soft dirt/grass.
I wanted to bump this thread up.
My old man has a 99 Escalade (same car as mentioned above with the tahoe and suburban) he is running I foget which tires but they are not off road tires at all. I think they are called michellin MTXs they are great on road tires.
My sister has a 3rd gen 4runner with the same tires and its much less stable in the snow and much less capable.
My GF has a 4th gen 4runner and she has some decent tires on it, I almost got stuck a couple times in pretty pathetic conditions which I'm sure I could get through better with my subaru.
I'm a little shocked.. maybe its because we often have wet snow here in boston and its just tough to get through but I figured a little more ground clearence and weight would make a bigger difference than I've seen thus far.
My old man has a 99 Escalade (same car as mentioned above with the tahoe and suburban) he is running I foget which tires but they are not off road tires at all. I think they are called michellin MTXs they are great on road tires.
My sister has a 3rd gen 4runner with the same tires and its much less stable in the snow and much less capable.
My GF has a 4th gen 4runner and she has some decent tires on it, I almost got stuck a couple times in pretty pathetic conditions which I'm sure I could get through better with my subaru.
I'm a little shocked.. maybe its because we often have wet snow here in boston and its just tough to get through but I figured a little more ground clearence and weight would make a bigger difference than I've seen thus far.
adkinsadam1
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I've drivin through about 40" of snow. It was only for about 100 feet, and I took it at speed, but it was awesome. I couldn't see anything lol.
mysticz
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Yes I did but nothing extreme.:driving:
But if you look close at the 2wd white Runner and my Runner we have chains on that helped.
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97BlackAckCL
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Last year, I was able to get through 3 feet of snow no problem
Nuke
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Wow, an almost 5 year old thread...
The consistancy of the snow makes all the difference in traction. Light powder and it can be up to your hood providing it'll pack somewhat. But that wet snot that compacts to ice the second your tire rolls on it and you could be spinning in 2" or 3", regardless of locked diff.
The consistancy of the snow makes all the difference in traction. Light powder and it can be up to your hood providing it'll pack somewhat. But that wet snot that compacts to ice the second your tire rolls on it and you could be spinning in 2" or 3", regardless of locked diff.
