IFS vs LIVE AXLE, Off-road

IFS vs LIVE AXLE, Off-road

0:00 intro
0:20 the difference
2:37 Handling
2:58 Comfort
4:00 Underbody clearance
4:45 Wheel alignment
5:09 Strength
7:06 Heavy Loads
7:35 Diff Centres
8:00 CV's IFS vs LIVE
10:23 Sand dunes at speed
11:30 Modify

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[sylvainh.]

Thanks Ronny for sharing videos and your knowledge.
I’ve been watching your post for many years and it’s really helpful.
Cheers mate!

[Captndarty]

This is the first opinion based YouTube video that I agree with all the points. I have nothing bad to say. Thank you and good night

[Handleyman]

I don’t know anybody else that could have explained it as well as you just did. You should be a lecturer at Uni.

[deusexaethera]

A couple small addenda:
1) Wishbone suspension is one type of independent suspension, but it isn't the only one. The other common versions are MacPherson Strut suspension and Multi-Link suspension. In a MacPherson Strut suspension the shock absorber takes the place of the upper wishbone and the upper portion of the hub carrier. The entire shock absorber twists when the steering turns. The main advantage of this design is its smaller size compared to wishbone suspension, allowing for a wider engine bay and/or a narrower chassis. A multi-link suspension is essentially the same as a wishbone suspension except it has multiple links instead of just two wishbones, which allows for a more complex wheel path as the suspension compresses and/or wishbone-suspension performance in a smaller space, at the expense of durability.
2) There is a form of beam axle called a Torsion-Beam axle, which is partway between a solid axle and independent suspension. The two wheels are mounted to trailing-arms welded to the torsion beam, which allows for some amount of independent movement with the torsion beam twisting when the chassis leans, similar to how a swaybar works in other suspension designs. It is very simple and offers a smoother ride compared to a solid axle, but is not as adjustable as a true independent suspension. It is often used on the rear axles of inexpensive FWD cars, but it can also be used with RWD or 4WD with some modifications to the torsion-beam to allow mounting a differential.

[iamsam]

This is why i have both!
Long travel tacoma for going fast offroad, straight axle 80 series for rock crawling.

[xCampingandAdventures]

I think what's best between the two is what you can afford in your budget, go and buy that 4wd and have fun with it.
Great Video Ronny.

[craigwoodward]

live axles, coil springs, big rubber, diff locks, You can't beat that combination

[Britishshooter]

Very interesting video. A lot of good points like hitting sand dunes in a IFS that I have never considered before. Excellent.

[DuzBee]

I have always liked Ronny, I prefer coming here than I do 4WD Action. You get real people here, unlike other channels where it’s all scripted and pushing product placement every 30 seconds, it becomes repetitive and fake. Thanks for being genuine Ronny. I would love to get a fourby some time and wheel with you.

[BunkerBlog]

Going fast off road: Independent
Going over anything off road: Solid

[TheGrizzlyGarage]

“No one is going to lift a vehicle 12 inches..”

USA: Hold my beer. 🍺

😂 Horrible idea, but it’s basically a coming of age tradition in some states. 🇺🇸

[rylanandersson]

So what I'm hearing is: if you want a nice cushy on road experience that is comfortable and easy, then IFS is your game. If you want any actual hard off road capability, you're gonna need a solid axle. Seems like a good summary.

[lionzoo]

"No one is gonna lift a vehicle to 12 inches." You should really come to the US...

[mohitnautiyal]

This is the only channel that I am very comfortable watching >10min video. Such brilliant yet simply put is the content. Thanks @Ronny Dahl for introducing me to this wonderful world of 4wding.

[HansomeNdebonair]

I have to say I was fumbling thru videos to see what the difference was between the two and this video, by far the easiest and very simple to understand. Thank you.

[SpaceGood.]

Thanks for such a clear well made video showing off all the pros and cons. I want to build a really good off-roader in BeamNG but didn't know If SFA or IFS is better. I tested both in game and I do notice the IFS does handle a lot better but is a lot weaker then the SFA. But also on the solid axle, the front diff hits the rocks more often. I'm going for Solid Axle for my off-road build.

[ambiguoussoul]

I always use live axles off road. They are stronger and a pleasure to work on. I get sick of beating my head against the wall replacing wheel hubs that have bonded to the aluminum knuckles on the IFS. Love the videos. Thanks from the U.S.

[jodell]

If I wanted a smooth ride I'd buy a Cadillac. Long live the solid axle

[corporalclegg]

you Aussies are just Fantastic. most folks in the US don’t understand how closely we’re related & have in common with y’all dann unda. you guys kill me with your lingo…I love it. i.e. Diff Pumkin. perfect. cheers, Mate.

[theodoros]

I really CANNOT understand how 238 people found this video NOT helpful ... One of the best side by side comparisons . Good job, great Vid . My car has a solid axle in the rear and IFS in the front ... loads of fun ...