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Old Mar 16, 2009 | 04:54 PM
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I'm debating between a JCR stage 4 front bumper or an Aussie locker for my daily driver. I'm leaning towards the Aussie, but want to know how people feel about putting in in a DD. It'd be going in my Chryco 8.25 rear.
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Old Mar 16, 2009 | 06:15 PM
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Well, you can only buy an Aussie Locker for your Chryco 8.25 if it is the newer 29 spline version. I have had my Aussie Lockers front and rear in my XJ since Christmas. I drive it Daily and all has been GREAT!!!!!
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Old Mar 16, 2009 | 06:21 PM
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I think they kill gas milage dont they?
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Old Mar 16, 2009 | 06:25 PM
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I debated over the same thing, and I needed the locker more than a HD bumper. And I have had mine in for about 1-2 months and there is no real difference in how it has handled.
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Old Mar 16, 2009 | 06:32 PM
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I just ordered it. This is going to sound weird, but does it come with a sticker?
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Old Mar 16, 2009 | 09:00 PM
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Originally Posted by (t)exjay
I just ordered it. This is going to sound weird, but does it come with a sticker?
Mine did.
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Old Mar 16, 2009 | 10:25 PM
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Yes each Aussie Locker comes with a sticker. I have two so I got one for each side.
The rear locker didn't really effect my mileage at all. The front locker knocked my mileage down about 2-3 MPG because your front running gear will all spin now whether in 2WD or 4WD. The performance gained off road more than makes up for the little extra I am paying in gas. That is up to you to decide for you, though.
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Old Mar 17, 2009 | 12:45 AM
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Originally Posted by XJ?2010
I think they kill gas milage dont they?
lol no
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Old Mar 17, 2009 | 07:32 AM
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Do any of you have a write up on how to install the Aussie in a 8.25? I couldn't find it on their website.
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Old Mar 17, 2009 | 08:30 AM
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The instructions that come with the Aussie Locker are very clear. It really is an easy install, especially if you are one of the lucky few who don't have to remove the ring gear to get the pinion shaft out. Even if you do it's a really simple install.
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Old Mar 17, 2009 | 10:12 AM
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You can kinda see the sticker in the bottom left of my back hatch window. Pretty awesome sticker I might add.


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Old Mar 17, 2009 | 10:54 AM
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Thanks for the pic, Tennessee. Where did you get those tail light guards? I've been looking for a set for quite some time and can't find them anywhere.
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Old Mar 17, 2009 | 11:49 AM
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Originally Posted by (t)exjay
I just ordered it. This is going to sound weird, but does it come with a sticker?
No shame in asking about stickers. I love stickers, nobody seems to judge me, lol. Especially when they represent places you've been or things you've done, no shame in that at all!
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Old Mar 17, 2009 | 12:51 PM
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Originally Posted by BuckB91XJ
Yes each Aussie Locker comes with a sticker. I have two so I got one for each side.
The rear locker didn't really effect my mileage at all. The front locker knocked my mileage down about 2-3 MPG because your front running gear will all spin now whether in 2WD or 4WD. The performance gained off road more than makes up for the little extra I am paying in gas. That is up to you to decide for you, though.
all your front running gear spun without the locker as well.

the only way it wouldnt is if you have the vacuum disco,where your drivers side shaft and spiders still spun, and your passenger side outer and mid shaft still spun.
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Old Mar 18, 2009 | 07:16 AM
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Originally Posted by (t)exjay
Thanks for the pic, Tennessee. Where did you get those tail light guards? I've been looking for a set for quite some time and can't find them anywhere.
Just do a google search for Manik Taillight guards. I got mine from autoanything but whatever you do, DONT buy from them
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