Jeep XJ lockers
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I'm new to the Jeeping world, I drive a 99 xj and I want to throw some lockers on the back. What is the easiest way to know what, and what size to buy?
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Year: 1996
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Identify what rear axle you have and what style locker you want to go with. If you know the axle then its pretty easy to get the right size. Chances are you have a Chrysler 8.25 so it will be the 29 spline version. A lunch box locker like Spartan or Aussie would be the cheapest easiest locker. Do some internet searching and you will find gobs on info on the subject.
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Research, find out what axles you have, and research some more. You could have a LSD in the rear in which case you could throw a Spartan locker in the front and be twice as capable.
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Originally Posted by XJb
I'm new to the keeping world, I drive a 99 xj and I want to throw some lockers on the back. What is the easiest way to know what, and what size to buy?
Research! http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Locking_differential
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Year: 99
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Originally Posted by 01mainexj
Is there a reason you want it in the back? I put a lunchbox in the front and think I like it more than I would if it were in the back
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Having a locker in either diff will require different driving styles. You will be more prone to over steer witha rear locker, prone to more under steer WHILE IN 4WD with a front locker.
You should notice little to no difference with a front locker in 2wd.
You should notice little to no difference with a front locker in 2wd.
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Year: 99
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Originally Posted by Gee oh Dee
Having a locker in either diff will require different driving styles. You will be more prone to over steer witha rear locker, prone to more under steer WHILE IN 4WD with a front locker.
You should notice little to no difference with a front locker in 2wd.
You should notice little to no difference with a front locker in 2wd.
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honestly... i would consider a front locker first so that you get used to using it while in four wheel... like it was stated you will have to change your driving style if you have a locker in the rear.
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What is the easiest way to identify axels? And what do y'all think of sparten lockers? I have looked into them a little and read some reviews. Any feed back from those who use them?
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True, but if he has a Chrysler 8.25 in the rear, that's a stronger axle than a D30
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I have an aussie in the rear of my 98' with the 8.25. For the price ($300), ease of install, and strength its a good choice. One thing you will have to get used to is the CLICKITY CLACK when turning corners.
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I have a Aussie in my 8.25 & if I had to do over again I'd put in a Spartan instead of the Aussie just 'cause it's a easier install.