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Jun 13, 2012 | 12:29 PM

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DieselVol

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From: Lakeland, TN

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Originally Posted by cartmanea

Good one

The good thing about a selectable locker is you can disengage them and make them open when driving on-road, so tire scuffing isn't really an issue. When you need more traction, just flip a switch. Do you plan to use it on the road and for what reason? Front lockers/limited slips are a big no-no on slick roads.

No, not on road, mostly for pulling the Bobcat up the long graveled hills on my farm and on a straight shot boat ramp. I'd say mostly to get it rolling, then shut it off. My steep washed concrete drive way is still a problem. Fresh rain broke it loose on Sunday, but at least the rear TrueTrac kept me going up hill. It is straight at least, so I suppose a front locker could help that some. Ice is a big problem there.

Jun 13, 2012 | 12:45 PM

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cartmanea

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For ice you definitely want the ability to run the differential open. My rear TruTrac on ice is the reason for my current rebuild. Both rear tires broke loose on deceleration, with an open diff one tire would have maintained contact and kept it straight.

Jun 13, 2012 | 01:17 PM

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Well that doesn't sound good. Guess that's another trade off.

Jun 13, 2012 | 01:45 PM

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I guess a better question is, do you plan to take it out during the rebuild?

Jun 13, 2012 | 02:07 PM

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No, it's staying in there. It works great in most conditions. I now know not to let off the throttle when changing lanes on ice.

Jun 13, 2012 | 10:23 PM

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I think those might be the wrong part numbers, need the 35 spline version. Also, pay attention to the gear ratio split in the carrier. If you have 4.10 and down gears there is a different version from 4.56 and up. Most 4.30 gear sets are "thick" and use the 4.10 and down carrier.

ARB 4x4 Accessories Part RD167 - Dana 60 Air Locking Differential

ARB 4x4 Accessories Part RD166 - Dana 60 Air Locking Differential

Eaton Part 19760-010 - Dana 60 E-Locker By Eaton

Eaton Part 19761-010 - Dana 60 E-Locker By Eaton

Hmmm, I'm a little confused. I think I remember from a Warn hub lock thread from a few months ago, that we all agreed that a 2006 F250 DID NOT have a Dana 60 front end. Am I getting this all messed up? I do know that Dana did not make an after market hub for my truck. As much as E-lockers are talked about on this site, they must be available, but I just want to be sure I'm getting the right one.