Disable All Wheel Drive on 100?

[rusty_tlc]

Regarding the expected fuel mileage on a hunnert with a 4.7 V8, can we assume similar expectations to a tundra with the same motor and same rear end gears? If so, does anybody know what those figures are?

Based on the "Finley Theorem", if there was a 2 mpg gain (not one as he stated) the $1,800 conversion estimate would be recouped in 4 years. Furthermore, If we could get the $1,800 lower you could maybe recoup in a couple 2 or 3 years and I would quit complaining about pump prices (at least temporarily).

I think the $1800 I pulled out of my rear was on the conservative side.

For instance wouldn't you want to replace the t-case bearings and seals while you had it apart?
Dittos for the wheel bearings and seals.
What about those output shafts on the t-case? They get worn and result in a clunk when you put the transmission in gear.

That is what I'm talking about when I say the "while we're at it" stuff. Things you probably wouldn't do unless there were a problem but probably should do if you already paid somebody to drop the t-case out of the truck.

 

[tarmacblack]

I ran mine without a front diff/axles CDL locked for roughly 6 months. I gained approximately 10-15 miles per tank on average.

So I picked up about .5 miles per gallon over fulltime awd.

HTH

 

[patrickfinley]

A weight,size,engine comparible Sequoia is rated at 12/16 mpg or 13/17 mpg, depending on the year. (2001-2004)

Both the 4wd and the 2wd Sequoia are rated with the same mileage.
At it's best a Sequoia is 1 mpg better than an LC
The Sequoia is 300+ lbs lighter.
While the same engine, the Sequoia is tuned differently. It takes regular gas, the LC takes premium (not sure if this affects mileage performance).

I think Tarmacblack is right, I don't think you'd see over .5 mpg increase.

 

[12fishy]

Here you go. some info on a part time kit... Might me worth shipping over...
I got this on my 105 series, i love it.. and yes i save fuel.. not a huge amount but i did notice a difference..

LCruiser 80/100 Series

cheers

 

[RobRed]

Mark claims 5-10% on fuel savings... on the high side that would be 1.6mpg better. Phst.