Canning Stock Route

Yes - significant sections could be done easily with 2WD but these are separated by sections best suited for 4WD. Other issues must also be considerd such as ground clearance, fuel capacity, water etc. From memory its been done by the odd 2wd over the years....expect you will get a few critics though but thats normal.

Cheers
Greg

I estimate as much as 95% could be driven in 2WD (If you had to). When we were there last an Oka had blown a front diff & was continuing on in rear wheel drive being pulled over the top of a few of the more difficult dunes by a Cruiser. Having said that in other years conditions can be alot harder particually when the sand is dry & wind blown or clay pans & salt lakes are wet requiring conciderably more use of 4WD.
Cheers Craig..........

thanks everyone, no we are not actually thinking of trying the csr in a 2 wheel drive but a 4x4 Hi Lux it will be our first time and we are trying to get an idea of the degree of difficulty.

Cheers

if your going to do it , make sure your vehicle is prepared very well , better done by someone who is familiar with the out back travel ( desert )
pete

In answer to your question

Yes, many of the inter-dune and open plain sections can be done in 2wd.

HOWEVER! It is not advisable to drive in 2wd as your vehicle will be heavily laden with fuel, water and supplies and will most likely be over the legal GVM. Driving in 2wd will put extra strain on the drive-train which is not a good thing. Keep your 4x4 in 4wd High range if you encounter easier stretches.


Cheers

Hi Tucker,

We just got back from it and all the guys are right. I did big sections in 2WD but went to 4H when my wife said I had to (yes I was actually going to in the dune country). Smart Girl. The track itself is very rewarding when you finish as it is literally a war of attrition (Car VS Track). If you have anything loose it WILL come off. Most of the vehicles incidence we had on our trip were after market equipment not being fitted very well so go over long rang tanks etc yourself. I was speaking with a lad called Barney at Wiluna who works at "Jims Mechanical" and they said after market equipment is a common fault. They recover up to Durba Springs. . If you are really worried give him a call (drop me an e-mail and I will give you his mobile). I got a major service prior to and post the trip. It is expensive but that peace of mind is good to have. Planning is half the fun and most of the expense!!.

Good luck with you trip planning

Dave