I guess that's one way to think about driving in the snow. I say always test your traction and see what it takes to break it loose. A little slip and slide is okay as long as you can control it. The thing you don't want is a 180 or 360. When you start slipping turn the wheel in the direction you are slipping. If you have some sand to drive on, you can act like it's snow. The same theory applies.

 

i agree with having weight in the bed. before you leave stop by a hardware store and get a couple sandbags. i have 6 40lb bags lined up over the axle.

 

Here are some snow driving tips to make sure you are at least as good of a snow driver as your average 4x4 truck/suv driver.

1) You have big AT tires and 4x4. This means you are king of the snow covered roads.

2) You can out-accelerate anything. Make good use of it.

3) Tailgate those slower drivers in smaller, less capable vehicles. Don't forget to honk if they are going slower than you can.

4) If they don't pull over to let you by, make good use of your awesome accelleration and pass them at your first opportunity.

5) Show them the "bird" as you go by.

6) If you see an off-camber downhill corner that looks icy, don't worry, you have big AT tires and 4x4. DO NOT show weakness by slowing down. You can always deal with potential challenges as they unfold. Maintain your speed at all costs.

7) If you start to slide towards the ditch you may realize you are carrying too much speed. Now is the time to panic. Apply the brakes, moderately at first and as you slide into the ditch apply full brakes.

8) Now that you are in the ditch, DO NOT get out to survey the situation. That would telegraph a sign of weakness. Remember, you have 4x4 and big AT tires and the people you recently passed will be driving by shortly so do not show weakness or panic. You may wonder why you slid into the ditch. Now is a good time to double check that you are in 4x4.

9) Once you have confirmed that 4x4 is engaged, put the vehicle in reverse (or forward depending upon which direction the vehicle is pointed) and press the accelerator. If the vehicle does not move, floor it. Even though you will probably not move, this will create a nice display of spinning wheels and flying snow. As the cars behind you start to drive by you will be creating an awesome display of power and determination.

10) DO NOT get out of the vehicle and survey the situation. That would send a message of weakness.

11) Use your cell phone to call a tow truck.

Congratulations! You have passed 4x4 Snow Driving 101!

 

Haha, that was awesome!

Truthfully, I am not one of those "I have a 4x4, I can do anything" kind of guys. I understand that having four wheels driving is good for creating speed, but does nothing to slow you from that speed or steer at speed. I am a cautious driver in all circumstances, and even more so in inclement weather or on bad road surfaces. Most of my snow driving has been in an Acura with less than ideal tires for the situation (snow cables on the drive/steer wheels, and Kumho v700's on the rear) and I have always gotten home in one piece.

 

! I love the numbered break-down. It's perfect.

 

just kick it side ways every change you get its fun as h*ll

 

Any tips??? more throttle to keep it sideways, no brakes when turning, and watch out for all the other drivers...

 

We got some snow last weekend.
I'm driving down the 8 lane interstate and nobody is changing lanes.
The lanes were as follows:
Lane 1 - for the scared to death (20 mph)
Lane 2 - somewhat scared (25 mph)
Lane 3 - normal driving in snow, me (35 mph)
Lane 4 - empty

And here he comes...barreling down Lane 4 at about 60 mph.
He made it about 300 yards past me and then I saw his headlights then tails,
heads, tails, heads, tails.
He did several 360s before slamming up against the jersey wall.
He had a clear view of his tracks because he was facing the wrong way.

Of course, that brought out the Caution Flag and all lanes dropped 5 mph.

 

 

Real... I liked full throttle through the ditch... something about the snow flying over the cab and the rev limiter, back firing and flames out the exhaust... it was sexy.

 

Hehe...glad you enjoyed it.

I love watching the driving dynamics when the roads are slick. You see a little bit of everything.

 

I'm sure you know this from motorcycle riding already, but make sure to look out for all the idiots that can't drive. All it takes is one soccer mom in a minivan sliding into your lane to ruin your day.

 

when you get into snow find a parking lot and just see what your truck does on the snow. if you start sliding and try and turn and you keep goig stright let off the brakes and give it more gas i know you will wonder why but it works. some weght over the rear axle. kitty litter concret bags 60-80lbs bags about 5-6 of them should help or sand bags. if you wanna go sideways leave them out And well just plain on have fun with it!

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Thanks for all of the input guys!

I made it to the snow and home safely. The truck did great and I never needed 4wd, in fact, I am not sure I even spun a tire the whole trip. Although there was snow the previous couple of days, Cal-Trans did a great job clearing the roads and they sanded them so heavily that there was no slippage to be had. With temps ranging from 18 to 25 degrees on the road this morning, I was glad the truck was so sure footed. My parents were happy to see 800 pounds of snow in the yard when I got home, and tomorrow my brother is going up in his F350 to get about 1 or 2 additional tons of snow. We have the only house in town with snow in the yard, but at 55 degrees and sunny, I don't think it will last long.

 

I'm sorry to hear that.