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Old Jul 5, 2009 | 10:52 PM
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what all do you guys know about XJs that came with a factory locking 8.25? my gf's 96 XJ has the sticker in the glove box that says you have a locker. is it any good?
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Old Jul 6, 2009 | 11:50 PM
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Probably the trac-lock...

Jeep didnt offer a locker in a 8.25 from the factory.

Trac-lock is kinda like a LSD. Kinda helps in off camber situations but not near as much as a true locker. Tell her to take it easy around curves though. Itll lock up longer/more than an open diff would
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Old Jul 7, 2009 | 12:50 AM
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just be careful in the wet stuff or you can spin it with out paying attention. plus its better then nothing
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Old Jul 7, 2009 | 03:32 AM
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Originally Posted by a1racer
just be careful in the wet stuff or you can spin it with out paying attention.
Fuuuuuunnn!!!
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Old Jul 7, 2009 | 03:35 AM
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I have forced in another two discs in the lim. slip diff. of my scout and it is almost 100% locked now.
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Old Jul 7, 2009 | 06:42 AM
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ok thanks guys, her dad may be selling it, i was just wondering if it's worth it down the road.
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Old Jul 9, 2009 | 09:44 PM
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i like mine...like some one said already, its better then nothing
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