What Kind of Offroad Capabilites Does the V6 2WD Have?

[Lownskater52]

What's up fellas,

If you look at my recent posts, I'm the new owner of a silver 2004 4R Limited V6 2WD. I was looking for a DD to match up with my vette and I got a great deal from my father that I couldnt pass up.

Now this car is absolutely my DD and should be a great one but I like the idea of hitting up some trails here and then. I'm in Florida so I'm not climbing any mountains or anything but something tame sounds fun. I've been scouring the site but cant seem to find a straight answer on this one but how is the offroad capabilities of the V6 2WD? I dont plan to do much but after my research I'm thinking a 2/1 spacer lift with 265/70R17 tires. Mainly for looks and dont want to lose comfort.

What do you guys think? Also side question: how does the lift and wheels affect mpg?

Thanks in advance!

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[Inv4drZm]

Your best bet is to take it offroad on the trails you want to do stock or stockish and figure out your exact expectations for it so you don't waste a bunch of money.

Some crazy trails of course it won't do as well as a 4wd but it all comes down to what you are comfortable with tackling. Dirt roads with potholes and creek/ditch crossings with some light mud thrown in? 2WD should do alright.

 

[Lownskater52]

Your best bet is to take it offroad on the trails you want to do stock or stockish and figure out your exact expectations for it so you don't waste a bunch of money.

Some crazy trails of course it won't do as well as a 4wd but it all comes down to what you are comfortable with tackling. Dirt roads with potholes and creek/ditch crossings with some light mud thrown in? 2WD should do alright.

Cool! That's all I'd really want to do. I'm a car guy and like a racetrack more myself but a fun little side thing sounds cool. I might get a winch and a grill guard so I can pull myself out if I need to. The main focus of the mods is to look cool.

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[Inv4drZm]

Cool! That's all I'd really want to do. I'm a car guy and like a racetrack more myself but a fun little side thing sounds cool. I might get a winch and a grill guard so I can pull myself out if I need to. The main focus of the mods is to look cool.

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Or get on local Facebook groups or find local 4Runner's and FJ'rs and do a trail run with a bunch of Yotas. You won't need a winch and other guys can help you out. Go to trails and follow groups around, watch and learn from them.

 

[drbyrdman]

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/4th-gen-t4rs/223272-prerunner-build.html
My 4runner is 2wd,

 

[bombventure]

I am someone who offroads their 2wd I would recommend, at the least, good ground clearance, aggressive tread tires, and a rear diff locker if you’ve got the money for it. With those, the proper speed and driving skills you can get far enough.
We’re still limited in what we can do and where we can go, but I don’t regret buying a 2wd. It does everything I need it to and has been plenty capable of what Ive thrown at it (so far haha). With time I plan to get a locker installed but that won’t be for a while. Traction mats or escaper buddies like Maxtrax or Maxsa are great for us 2wd guys too, should you need a quick recovery.

2wd’s are quite capable, more than most think. Just don’t underestimate the terrain.



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[ZO Runner]

Oh boy. Taking my 06' 2wd off road is what got me in the condition I am today. They're pretty light, so overall not bad for a 2wd (especially if you have some type of AT's). BUT if you attempt any mud thats even a little deep, chances are, you'll get stuck. One way to avoid this: speed through it lol. Then face the destruction of your sway bars and stabilizers.