Selectable lockers?
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Selectable lockers?
Anyone ever used them in a dana 60 rear diff? There are several different types out there. Just looking for info about how they work for all around driving, before I dive in.
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A selectable locker is way better than a spool (really for off road only set up) or a Detroit style locker. Due to the "handling peculiarities" you get from that style of locker as far as on wet/snow/icey road.
Meaning one that locks and unlocks automatically when you get wheel spin, like about the time you go around a wet corner and the locker thinks it needs to lock in and that makes for some unique handling.
No I have not used one yet... because yes I have a Detroit locker in a spare D60 rear axle. And the axles PO told me that it can be a little tricky to get use to.
Meaning one that locks and unlocks automatically when you get wheel spin, like about the time you go around a wet corner and the locker thinks it needs to lock in and that makes for some unique handling.
No I have not used one yet... because yes I have a Detroit locker in a spare D60 rear axle. And the axles PO told me that it can be a little tricky to get use to.
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Yes I had a Detroit locker also, it couldn't be beat off road. But on the road in slippry conditions it was a handful. That's why with this truck I,m thinking a selectable locker would be best.
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try reading up on the Power/trax lokers. I have purchased one for my 9" with 3.70 gears. Haven't installed as of yet. I haven't heard and complaints. This one unlatches when you go around a corner and hooks back up when the turn is complete.
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ARB lockers have a great rep and you can get an air compressor that can do double duty ect...engage the locker, run air tools, air up tires and fits under the hood.
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Personally I like the way a detroit locker acts on road. Once you get used to it they are hard to beat. The only real downside is they will wear out a set of tires very quickly. And in the rain you just need to slow down a little which is what you should probably do anyhow. Cant tell you how they act in snow being in Fla. But you dont have to worry about any electrical gremlins or air compressor malfunctions. They are always locked.
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Like everyone said, normal lockers can be a little hairy at times, especially in the snow and under throttle. I have had it happen to me any times going up a hill on a street and the road is leaning to one side or the other and the *** end of the truck breaks lose and kicks out on you in a hurry. Also if you try to make a fast turn at a red light or stop sign you will chirp the tires. With that being said you do get used to them and will just take it slower at times when you need to.
That being said they are designed to release and allow the two tires to spin like an open differential as long as you are not under load.
A selectable locker has two mode of function....open differential...and a spooled differential. There is no built in system to let the tires go at different speeds when not under load. That being said you will just about NEVER use it on the street, and if it is, it would only be to get yourself unstuck and moving again upon which you would need to immediately release the locker.
If that still doesn't deter you, and you don't want to buy an air pump, there is a brand out there that uses cables that are controlled by a lever you install in the cab.
That being said they are designed to release and allow the two tires to spin like an open differential as long as you are not under load.
A selectable locker has two mode of function....open differential...and a spooled differential. There is no built in system to let the tires go at different speeds when not under load. That being said you will just about NEVER use it on the street, and if it is, it would only be to get yourself unstuck and moving again upon which you would need to immediately release the locker.
If that still doesn't deter you, and you don't want to buy an air pump, there is a brand out there that uses cables that are controlled by a lever you install in the cab.
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Price aside, selectable locker is superior.
Have it when you need it, and off when you don't.
When it's working, what's not to like?
Me? I won't run one because:
1.) I'm cheap.
2.) I struggle to find the time to install a normal locker much less all that is required to install an air locker.
If someone makes an E-locker for a D60 or sterling 10.25, that may be worthwhile swap...
Have it when you need it, and off when you don't.
When it's working, what's not to like?
Me? I won't run one because:
1.) I'm cheap.
2.) I struggle to find the time to install a normal locker much less all that is required to install an air locker.
If someone makes an E-locker for a D60 or sterling 10.25, that may be worthwhile swap...
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I've run ARBs for many years in other vehicles, front and rear. They're stout pieces run by hardcore guys, and I've seen lots of front D60 installs. Not too many rear ones because there's not a lot of D60 rears out there in the hardcore community....more people run built 9" axles or GM 14 bolts.
Downside is price. Parts (locker+compressor+switches and wiring) is close to a grand before installation.
Downside is price. Parts (locker+compressor+switches and wiring) is close to a grand before installation.
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