4x4 crossmember?

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4x4 crossmember?

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Anyone know if that 4x4 crossmember is bolt in on a 2wd frame? Wondering if I should put one of those in my conversion from 2wd to 4wd.....(probably doesnt matter but looks alittle more beefier)

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The cross member is different on a 4x4 so the front differential will not hit it. I think, but am not sure, you will have to move and or replace the front cross member.
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sorry didnt specify, the transmission crossmember. The 2wd engine crossmember will stay I will have a 12 1/2" lift in front, plenty to clear the 2wd engine crossmember :D
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The 4x4 crossmember will bolt in, but it'll be at the wrong angle. 4x4's use an additional plate riveted inside the frame rails for the crossmember to sit on.
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Mine were bolted on. Image
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