Rear Lockrite Broke...now what?

woody69 · 11-09-2009, 07:59 AM

I've only put about 5K since the install, but it's close to 2 years since the install, which was done professionally. It is fully locked all the time now acting like a spool. I don't want to replace it again with the same so I"m thinking of Detroit. Anyone else had this happen or any thoughts. I don't want to spend the money for ARB or e-Lockers. I like the locker for slick wet streets here in Portland. And..I've had a few friends get stuck because something happened to the air line.

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OutlawMike · 11-09-2009, 09:39 AM

I have 7k on mine, no problems, and it was used with 12k on it before that.

Are you a heavy foot kind of a guy? I drive mine pretty light.

The thing that goes bad on them are the pins between the center section and the outer plates. Pretty easy to fix, from what I have read.

The Detroit will be a far more stout locker, as it replaces the stock cast carrier with a machined carrier. Not sure on the ratcheting mechanism being any more aggressive or reliable, others may have an opinion.

AxleIke · 11-09-2009, 10:07 AM

Just repair the one you have for the cheapest option.

Elockers can be had for 400 bucks. Cheaper than detroit. Detroit is a significant strength upgrade and will be far stouter than your lockright. From what I've seen, the detroits also unlock and lock much more smoothly than the lockrights.

highonpottery · 11-09-2009, 12:34 PM

you should probably take the 3rd out and assess the issue before spending more money on a different locker. like said, it's probably related to the springs that keep both sides apart, which would be a very cheap fix. there's not much else to to the lockrite that i can see self destructing. i wouldn't even bother taking it to a shop, a lockrite install is like 3/10 banana job.

a detroit is a better autolocker than the lockrite, but the install is more involved since you'll be replacing your carrier housing which may require different clearances to make your ring/pinion contact pattern happy.

elocker would be my next choice. i don't mind my lockrite, but i'd much rather have the option to be open on the roads.

Jay351 · 11-09-2009, 12:35 PM

Just replace the broken spring and/or pin(s)...

Ive had my lockright in for about 20,000km. I beat on it very hard everyday, no problems!

Matt16 · 11-09-2009, 01:08 PM

repair it.

muddpigg · 11-09-2009, 08:35 PM

No issues with mine. Driven across country, wheeled it, DD, vacation.... Take my lockrite everywhere no issues. When you assess the damage and replace springs measure the clearances. Not all professionals are as professional as others.

toyNG · 11-09-2009, 09:09 PM

Here's a link to a rebuild kit http://www.summitracing.com/parts/PWT-1025350KAP/

2DoorRunner · 11-09-2009, 09:42 PM

Aussie!

904_runner · 11-09-2009, 10:20 PM

I won't ever run another auto locker in the rear unless it is a full detroit.

My lockright broke and took out my ring gear that zuk set up.

Pull the diff ASAP and inspect it

dunnarunner · 11-09-2009, 10:32 PM

Mine have done me for almost 2 years now, I have stuffed up my uni joints and a transfer case, because I am a lead foot who is stomping on a V8 as well. I am f*****g hard on my car most of the time and they haven't let me down yet.

pennywize · 11-10-2009, 12:30 AM

i'll take it! no, seriously. if ur gonna ditch it for a detroit let me know

drew303 · 11-10-2009, 03:04 AM

Interesting, I've never heard of an Aussie failing, only Lock rites.. how about the Powertrax softlocker? any one got experience with those?

I have an Aussie in my rear axle, only 1k on it tho. I like it a lot =) LOVE squeeling out at gas stations, HAHA

muddpigg · 11-10-2009, 07:56 AM

If you bought it from PORC they will garrauntee it reguardless of tire size. Locrite has a tire size limit.

Gnarly4X · 11-10-2009, 08:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 904_runner

I won't ever run another auto locker in the rear unless it is a full detroit.

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2X..

gNARLS.

desertcamper67 · 11-10-2009, 10:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gnarly4X

2X..

gNARLS.

X3 on that. I've had Detroits since '94 and wouldn't ever consider anything less. Would like an ARB for up front though.

11-09-2009, 09:39 AM	#2 (permalink)
OutlawMike Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Santa Rosa, CA Posts: 397	I have 7k on mine, no problems, and it was used with 12k on it before that. Are you a heavy foot kind of a guy? I drive mine pretty light. The thing that goes bad on them are the pins between the center section and the outer plates. Pretty easy to fix, from what I have read. The Detroit will be a far more stout locker, as it replaces the stock cast carrier with a machined carrier. Not sure on the ratcheting mechanism being any more aggressive or reliable, others may have an opinion. __________________ 1989 4Runner V6 Auto IFS, 1.5" BJ spacers, 2" OME leaf springs, OME T-bars, 3/4" 4Crawler body lift, 1" 4Crawler front diff drop, ARB Bull Bar, Warn M8000, PIAA driving lights, MC rear bumper, OME shocks f/r, OME steering stabilizer, Total Chaos idler arm, 33x10.5.x15 BFG AT's on RockCrawler 15x8"x4.5"BS wheels, Downey Headers, Flowmaster 70 series, 5.29 gears, LockRights f/r Build Thread: http://www.yotatech.com/f191/outlawm...thread-187558/

11-09-2009, 10:07 AM	#3 (permalink)
AxleIke Contributing Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Boulder, Colorado Posts: 4,885	Just repair the one you have for the cheapest option. Elockers can be had for 400 bucks. Cheaper than detroit. Detroit is a significant strength upgrade and will be far stouter than your lockright. From what I've seen, the detroits also unlock and lock much more smoothly than the lockrights. __________________ 1987 Mutant 4runner\|Slightly Modified\|Lacking general build direction -Lifts and Tires look cool at the Mall, Lockers and Gears look cool on the trail. -Internet Nice Guy

11-09-2009, 12:34 PM	#4 (permalink)
highonpottery Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Citrus Hts., CA Posts: 255	you should probably take the 3rd out and assess the issue before spending more money on a different locker. like said, it's probably related to the springs that keep both sides apart, which would be a very cheap fix. there's not much else to to the lockrite that i can see self destructing. i wouldn't even bother taking it to a shop, a lockrite install is like 3/10 banana job. a detroit is a better autolocker than the lockrite, but the install is more involved since you'll be replacing your carrier housing which may require different clearances to make your ring/pinion contact pattern happy. elocker would be my next choice. i don't mind my lockrite, but i'd much rather have the option to be open on the roads. __________________ 1993 X-Cab - 4wd - 5spd - 22re - 200k miles (no rebuilds...yet) \| 31" Michelins \| factory 4.88s \| LockRight (R) \| diff breathers \| RockTech IFS Truss \| OME leafs, shocks and steering dampener \| SDORI BJ spacers \| removed swaybar \| Cobra 76xtr CB \| nerf bars \| "RastaJack" antenna ball \| next: timing chain, 33s and armor 2002 UZJ100 Land Cruiser - in progress 2001 Corolla S - cold/rainy DD 2001 SV650 naked - nice weather DD

11-09-2009, 12:35 PM	#5 (permalink)
Jay351 Contributing Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: maple ridge, British Columbia, Canada Posts: 8,630	Just replace the broken spring and/or pin(s)... Ive had my lockright in for about 20,000km. I beat on it very hard everyday, no problems! __________________ 91 Pickup - xcab - 5sp - 3.0 - SR5 - 4x4 - 250k \|2.25" catback w/ magnaflow cat + glasspack \| Weasy2k cams \| Aisin manual hubs \| Diff breather mod\| Marlin HD clutch \|3" BL \| es3000's \|2" AAL \|1.5" bj spacers \| ISR \| Alpine headunit \| 4" Infinity fronts/5" rears \| 4.88's \|Rear lockright \| 33x12.50" BFG M/T on 15x8" steelies \|Hella 500's \|4" reverse lights\| Grant GT \|idler arm brace\|hella E-codes\| Marlin armor \|SS IFS brace \| %100 Amsoil synthetic http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2572486

11-09-2009, 08:35 PM	#7 (permalink)
muddpigg Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: injured and stateside :( Posts: 1,386	No issues with mine. Driven across country, wheeled it, DD, vacation.... Take my lockrite everywhere no issues. When you assess the damage and replace springs measure the clearances. Not all professionals are as professional as others. __________________ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rqtr_RvR3sY Balljoints for sale. Open to trades and offers. http://www.yotatech.com/f11/ball-joi.../#post51278784

11-09-2009, 09:09 PM	#8 (permalink)
toyNG Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Redlands, CA Posts: 563	Here's a link to a rebuild kit http://www.summitracing.com/parts/PWT-1025350KAP/ __________________ 1986 pickup 4x4 SR5, 5-spd, 33x10.5 BFG KM1 muds, 2" body lift, front and rear lockrights, 4.88s, 4.7 t-case with Dave'z twin stick, BudBuilt crossmember with 1" drivetrain lift, Downey grille guard and skid plate, TG sliders Still needed: rear bumper (Marlin, TG, or Dave'z)

11-09-2009, 10:20 PM	#10 (permalink)
904_runner Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Chico, California Posts: 3,780	I won't ever run another auto locker in the rear unless it is a full detroit. My lockright broke and took out my ring gear that zuk set up. Pull the diff ASAP and inspect it __________________ Mike 1990 4runner: 3.4 swapped, 5-speed, sas'd, Rear leaf swap, Locked, 5.29's, 39.5" iroks on Beadlocks, Armor'd Longfields, Duals coming soon: My build thread http://www.yotatech.com/f152/904_run...thread-158746/ http://www.treadlightly.org/ http://www.pirate4x4.com/tech/billav...ery/index.html

11-09-2009, 10:32 PM	#11 (permalink)
dunnarunner Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Rockhampton Australia Posts: 38	Mine have done me for almost 2 years now, I have stuffed up my uni joints and a transfer case, because I am a lead foot who is stomping on a V8 as well. I am f*****g hard on my car most of the time and they haven't let me down yet.

11-10-2009, 12:30 AM	#12 (permalink)
pennywize Contributing Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Humboldt County, CA Posts: 285	i'll take it! no, seriously. if ur gonna ditch it for a detroit let me know

11-10-2009, 03:04 AM	#13 (permalink)
drew303 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Olympia, WA Posts: 2,019	Interesting, I've never heard of an Aussie failing, only Lock rites.. how about the Powertrax softlocker? any one got experience with those? I have an Aussie in my rear axle, only 1k on it tho. I like it a lot =) LOVE squeeling out at gas stations, HAHA __________________ 1987 Pickup, single cab, 22R, new head, 260 cam TG 3" SAS, rear disc brakes, chromoly rear axles, Chromoly Birfs, Tcase brake, 37x12.50R15 MT/Rs, 5.29 gears, rear Aussie Locker, front Detroit Truetrac.

11-10-2009, 07:56 AM	#14 (permalink)
muddpigg Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: injured and stateside :( Posts: 1,386	If you bought it from PORC they will garrauntee it reguardless of tire size. Locrite has a tire size limit. __________________ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rqtr_RvR3sY Balljoints for sale. Open to trades and offers. http://www.yotatech.com/f11/ball-joi.../#post51278784

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