benefits of lockers
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benefits of lockers
What are the true benefits of havin lockers? Sounds like a dumb question even to me but if its poasible to do, is it worth putting them on? Any cheaper but reliable choices?
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The advantage is that when you apply throttle, both wheels on an axle want to drive instead of just one.
I don't know of another method of achieving the same results at less cost. My Aussie cost me $300 and I think it was worth it, so far.
I don't know of another method of achieving the same results at less cost. My Aussie cost me $300 and I think it was worth it, so far.
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Basically, there are 3 types of diffs: open, limited slip and locking....the latter 2 being traction enhanced diffs. There are numerous types/brands of limited slip diffs as well as numerous types/brands of locking diffs. This video gives a decent explanation of the 3 types of diffs......it just happens to be specific to a Eaton G80 again, there are numerous types/brands of locking diffs. We have the Powertrax No-Slip in our XJ, takes a couple of hours to install, no special tools.
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If you have open diffs, the engine will send the power to the wheel with the least resistance. If you have lockers, the engine will send power to both wheels / all four if you have front & rear lockers with 4wd engaged. Lockers are going to be one of my next investments for the Jeep.
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In an open diff (no locker) as long as both tires have traction both tires will get equal power. But if one wheel has less traction that wheel will get all of the power. Power will take the path of least resistance. A locker will mechanically tie both axle shafts together. Good for traction, but can be bad for turning. A locked front diff will make it difficult to turn on tight trails. A rear locker will have some effect on turning, but not nearly as bad as up front. A selectible locker would be best for the front axle.
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I have an Aussie in the rear of my 90 XJ and it makes wheeling so much less a challenge. I tackle stuff in 2 wheel drive in my XJ that I couldnt do in 4WD in a Ford truck I used to own.
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It will help even if you don't have a lift.
All a lift does is allow room foe larger tires. The rest is the supporting gear.
You can get more places with a locker than with just a lift.
All a lift does is allow room foe larger tires. The rest is the supporting gear.
You can get more places with a locker than with just a lift.