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hello I was just wondering how my truck would handle in sand I have plan on going to Pismo in a couple of weeks and in Nov. I have plans on going to Glamis I have a 86 ext cab hardbody 4 bander 5spd. 4x4 with 189,000 miles my tire size is 31x10.5 r15. Thank you in advance for responding
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Ultimate N4Wheeler |
I think there's a general rule that if you decrease you fully inflated tire height to 75%( by deflating) you double your tire footprint.
YOu also double your vulnerability if there's any rocks around, and you pay no mind to them. POpping beads/blowouts can become a reality if you go to low and drive too fast. BEeing able to get an unseated tire ,seated, and inflated makes the gig all the more easy. Having a full size spare is a nobrainer. Or, you can just not mess w/ the air pressure and go for it. SHould be ok unless things get a little loose/steep/ you have a large load/ towing a trailer  ...................... "Climate change is no longer science. It's politics... Climate change is also about power. Power to control.... It's about who gets to decide: how much energy we will have... where that energy will come from... what it will cost... It's about simulations, scenarios and monsters conjured up by computer models that should never be used to chart government policy -- especially on matters that will profoundly affect our livelihoods, living standards, life spans and dreams of a better future. "So hold onto your wallets, and hope you can hold onto your homes, cars and jobs. You're about to be put on a wild political roller coaster." - Paul Driessen, TownHall.com ( the lies of global warming)> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-zeGY8zbzc8 |
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Overlander |
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Adding to the thought. Airing down a set of hot tires can be interesting the next morning if you are camping over on a very cool night. Flat is a four letter word if you ain't got air. Have a good one while you can still laugh about it.. Don S.. If something I’ve posted on the Internet offends you please ignore it. If you don’t know how to ignore something on the Internet e-mail me … and I’ll demonstrate. '99 4x4 3.3 KC & '04 Sentra 1.8s '99 4x4 4.7 WJ & '76 4x4 FSJ 401 |
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Wheeler N4W Card Holder  Overlander  |
4-bangers won't get much speed on sand. I've tried it on mine and just not enough HP.
But lowering your tire pressure is a great idea. "Even if you are on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there." - Words of Wisdom |
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N4W Card Holder NISSAN4WHEELER  |
Glamis? Air down, and have a backup plan to get yourself unstuck.
Carry a compressor. Costco sells a good one for ~$50, little red job. I forget the brand. -Spike 'Tolerance allows the weeds to overwhelm the garden' |
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NISSAN4WHEELER |
Remember never to brake in sand.... I never get stuck in sand any more. Before I installed my lockers, every time I hit the beach I was pulled out.
If you throw on the brakes there's pretty much no way getting out. If you need to stop put the truck in neutral and use a rolling stop. It's a very good idea to air down your tires. If you go slow and steady you should not get stuck. Definitely go with a bigger truck that can bail you out if need be. 1995 KC XE-V6 4x4. |
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Ultimate N4Wheeler |
That'd be the MASTERCRAFT "TSUNAMI"- great air source. ..................... "Climate change is no longer science. It's politics... Climate change is also about power. Power to control.... It's about who gets to decide: how much energy we will have... where that energy will come from... what it will cost... It's about simulations, scenarios and monsters conjured up by computer models that should never be used to chart government policy -- especially on matters that will profoundly affect our livelihoods, living standards, life spans and dreams of a better future. "So hold onto your wallets, and hope you can hold onto your homes, cars and jobs. You're about to be put on a wild political roller coaster." - Paul Driessen, TownHall.com ( the lies of global warming)> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-zeGY8zbzc8 |
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Off-Road Warrior |
I've had my HB out in Glamis many a time. Air down to 10-12 psi. If you dont have a compressor to reair when you leave, there's one behind Glamis store. Be prepared tp wait in line though.
Your 4 banger will have a tough time but just stay on the gas and be sure to travel with another truck. Dont go too deep in the dunes with your truck. Stick to Olds and comp and you'll be fine. Look out for dui check points on sand highway and make sure you have a whip. Got sand? ============================== 1995 HB XEV6 4x4, AC Susp. Lift, 3" Body Lift 33" BFG AT's Custom Sliders, Steering, Roof Rack, Rear Bumper and Skids. MOBI-ARC Underhood Welder -------------- 2004 Xterra 4x4 Custom skid plates |
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Bring some carpet strips, or flat boards, and a shovel, and if your looking for a vehicle upgrade/change, get some of these tires.
 I use them on a beach here in texas that i shark fish from, and they get me through what others cant, even at recommended PSI. GarrettQ |
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