2x2 to 4x4 conversion

I saw some threads on this, however they are all over the place so thought I'd start my own.
So here's the situation peeps:
My last vehicle broke down, so I got the 2017 Tacoma (not TRD/Sport/or 4x4) tried to save cost because the pinch I was in. I've had it for about 6mo and kinda wish I had gotten the 4x4, however (at least in CA) being under 25 insurance is expensive with it.
So didn't know if anyone has done, or knows if the conversions to 4x4 are worth it or even available yet?
Looking at options and possibilities. Since I live in CA currently, there isnt much need for it yet, but going military so will be going to other states with different weather.

 

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/transmission-swap-write-up-s.384303/

 

You are almost ALWAYS better off to sell the 2wd and get the 4x4 than to do a swap.

When a factory 4x4 is available, you will probably spend more to do the convert the 2wd and end up with a vehicle that is worth less since the entire 4x4 system is not factory installed.

Don't do it with a new truck.

 

Not to mention.......zero warranty on anything

 

This, plus seems like OP really can’t afford a new 4wd Taco.

Sell it and get something cheaper with 4wd from the factory - i.e a good used 2nd gen.

 

One question here! Where do you think the military is going to send you that you NEED a 4x4? And how the heck do you know this?-- before joining up ? Either the military has changed -ALOT-- or you have the biggest liar for a military recruiter that I have ever heard of.

 

2x2? Lol

 

Definately not worth conversion. Trade in and get 4X4.

 

They just converted a 2wd RAV4 on Dirt Every Day to a 4wd... the Taco should be even easier.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=elk3pK6A8ns&list=PLGvTvFzdMg_Mlk222V60pPCj_uohycX_P&index=2

Just kidding.. trade it for a 4wd. Even if you found a wrecked 2016 4x4 with all the parts for free, your time and headaches wouldn't add up to making it worth it.

 

Almost everyone told me this before I didn't my conversion. But it is possible to do it cost effectively.

 

If you had a 2nd gen, definitely doable. 3rd gen? Sell it and get something else if you really think you need 4x4.

Also, most Bases/Posts have plowing services and keep the roads clean-ish, so I doubt you'll need 4x4. Especially if you're just going in, you're probably (assuming) going to live in the barracks.

 

Go to a 6x6, I hear those kickass

 

6X6's are for plebs.
8X8 is where it's at.

 

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Interesting disc brakes on the front, but what about the rear? Drums?

 

Still have a lot of free time during training school to do whatever. Go to the bar, go shopping, go out to dinner, etc.

 

It will require lots of down time to perform the conversion. This is the type of thing you do to a project vehicle, not a DD. Seriously, just trade it in.

 

Hey if Mike sweers like em.....

 

I’ve seen plenty in Colorado rocking a corolla. Learn to drive, learn the search function, trade it in on a 4X4.