2008 Chevy Silverado four wheel drive

Tiny
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  • 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
  • V8
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 30,000 MILES
I drove my truck in four wheel drive for four hundred miles. Can this hurt the truck?
Saturday, October 16th, 2010 AT 12:54 PM

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Tiny
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Were you on dry pavement?
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Sunday, October 17th, 2010 AT 9:33 PM
Tiny
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Yes I was on dry pavment
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Monday, October 18th, 2010 AT 7:56 AM
Tiny
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Honestly, it should be okay, but that is something you shouldn't do. When on dry pavement, there is no give for the front axles when turning (the inner wheel turns slower than the outter).

What I would suggest, if there is no strange noises, have the transfer case serviced and the front differential fluid checked to make sure it is full. It should be fine.

If you have other questions, let me know.

Joe
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Monday, October 18th, 2010 AT 8:22 AM
Tiny
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I am not use to driving that truck and didn't notice it until I got to a tight parking lot. Then you could tell by the stearing.

Thanks
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Monday, October 18th, 2010 AT 8:42 AM
Tiny
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That is where you will feel it. I'm sure everything will be okay.

Let me know if you have other questions.

Joe
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Monday, October 18th, 2010 AT 8:51 AM

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