upgrade an open diff?
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From: Atlanta
upgrade an open diff?
Is it possible to convert an 9" open diff to a Trac-Lock by replacing the "Hat" and installing new guts? (i.e. a Trac-Lock master rebuild kit)
Figured since I have my 3rd member torn apart I might as well entertain all options.
and if so has anyone done it?
I know I should just go out and buy one but that's not how my rat brain works.
Figured since I have my 3rd member torn apart I might as well entertain all options.
and if so has anyone done it?
I know I should just go out and buy one but that's not how my rat brain works.
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We installed a "miller" locker in my friends Toyota and its worked great for a long time and its strictly a desert vehicle. But for street use I would suggest a Eaton or Detroit locker, Trac locs are ok but not ideal, if you don't mind the rear end being locked in full spool then buy a spool for it.
Laughing Gas
Joined: Dec 2005
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From: Laurel, MS
Look up a product called Powertrax. I think they're made by Richmond. They replace the spider gears in your open carrier to make it function as a locker. You can install one without messing up the mesh of the gears so they don't have to be re-setup. I have one in my '67 mustang. It works well, but you will hear it clicking as it unlocks in turns.
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More Turbo
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i'm a complete and utter novice in this regard but also google detroit truetrac. been wanting one for the front diff on my 4x4. kind of spendy for my budget at around $400.00 if i remember correctly.
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