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 In trucks and cargo vans a **two wheel drive** (2WD) vehicle only **receives power at one axle**, usually the rear axle.(([[rv:ram_promaster|Promaster]] is an exception and has Front Wheel Drive (FWD) )). In trucks and cargo vans a **two wheel drive** (2WD) vehicle only **receives power at one axle**, usually the rear axle.(([[rv:ram_promaster|Promaster]] is an exception and has Front Wheel Drive (FWD) )).
  
-All Wheel Drive (AWD) is a usually a full-time system found in cars and light SUVs.+[[rv:awd|All Wheel Drive]] (AWD) is a usually a full-time system found in cars and light SUVs. It has limited capabilities offroad, but can be nice for snow and slippery flat surfaces.  It is NOT a replacement for 4WD.
  
  
-===== differentials =====+===== Differentials =====
  
 The usual type of stock differential is an **open differential**, a simple arrangement that is inexpensive and works well on surfaces with sufficient traction.  The problem is that when traction is not always sufficient;  in those situations **one tire spins, one tire is stationary, and the vehicle is stuck**. The usual type of stock differential is an **open differential**, a simple arrangement that is inexpensive and works well on surfaces with sufficient traction.  The problem is that when traction is not always sufficient;  in those situations **one tire spins, one tire is stationary, and the vehicle is stuck**.
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-===== tires =====+===== Tires =====
  
 Tires on the drive axles can make a major difference on a vehicle's ability to reach secluded camping spots.  **All terrain tires** favored on CRVL are: Tires on the drive axles can make a major difference on a vehicle's ability to reach secluded camping spots.  **All terrain tires** favored on CRVL are:
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 ==== mats ==== ==== mats ====
  
 +Recovery Mats/Boards such as [[https://maxtraxus.com/|Max Trax]] are a good idea to carry with you at all times if you expect to be going off pavement.  They're a lot cheaper than a tow truck.
 ==== grabbers ==== ==== grabbers ====
  
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