i have a 1990, 2door, 5speed cherokee and i am looking for some lockers. this jeep is my definate trail rig so i want 100% locked diffs. any suggestions on what type of lockers i should look for?

 

if its a trail rig only just weld the spider gears. cheap enough? seen it done several times on TRAIL RIGS. dont expect to drive daily.

 

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Sense you live in the Holy place for wheeling you may want a LSD or selectable in the front for turning on that slick rock.

 

you need to start doing some homework. there are a TON of locker options out there. search. its not that hard.

aussie
lockright
arb
detroit
randys ring and pinion came out with a few, cant remember the names of them
tru trac
list goes on

its all in how much you want to spend

 

i was thinking of that in the rear

 

if you do plan on running a full case locker to accommodate lower gearing then i would look into ARB, OX locker, Detroit locker, Auburn ECTED, and eaton E locker. or you could just get a spool, depending on wat axles you have.

 

I've got an ARB airlocker in my D44 rear, and I love it. Its selectable, though, and not really a full time deal. Not to mention you could always snag the line and snap it, leaving yourself without a locker. Same goes with any selectable locker, for the most part.

Detriot is a name I've heard for many, many years. Non-selectable, probably perfect for what your looking for. But expensive.

 

they're actually cheaper than ARBs, especially since you dont have to buy a pump and switches to make it work.

 

Get a auto locker. They cheap and work nicely

 

Sorry, should've been more clear. They are on the expensive side for non-selectable lockers.

If its just a plain trail rig like you said, weld the spider gears. Not good for on-road use, though.

 

Which one, welded spiders, a spool or traction enhanced differential (selectable or auto).

 

I have gone with the Detroit "soft locker" on 3 of my jeeps. They are strong and have a good personality. I'm not a fan of lincon lockers because the carrier usually gives at some point.
Know this too... When you lock it up, you are waaaaay more prone to axle snaps and with a c-clip rearend it will leave you sitting right there till you put anouther one in.

Ther are package deals out there that include locker and stronger shafts. Alloy USA is a good pic for the price point.

AND, when you lincon lock the rearend, if you break an axle, it can be wicked difficult to get the diff appart.

There is a lot I can say on this topic, but I'm not sure what your committment level is and how much you are willing to spend.

 

I would strongly suggest **NOT** welding the front. That'd be a bad choice.

 

welding in the rear and lockers up front

 

Give it some thought.