lock right lockers?

doink · 08-01-2003, 08:23 AM

what are your feelings on these? im thinking about getting one, but not sure if its worth it. its either this, or saving up the cash for arb air locker and compressor. any help would be grand

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seafarinman · 08-01-2003, 08:32 AM

I got one. $217.00 out the door. It was too easy to install. The best low budget mod I have ever done. Quirks are easy to deal with, and it always works whether I need it to or not. What more can you ask for? Seriously, if you are going to regear, then get a Detroit. If not, then a Lock-Right. I don't know about use up front as I only have one in the rear.

doink · 08-01-2003, 08:39 AM

yeah, thanks. i wasj ust wondering about putting one in the rear. also, whats the difference btwn this unit and the no slip traction system offered by powertrax as well?

HBoss · 08-01-2003, 08:44 AM

What exactly is the lock-right? LSD? Selectable locker? Permanent locker? other?

shazaam · 08-01-2003, 08:48 AM

You might want to hold up .. I'm trying to work out a group buy on a detroit locker .. it might be a little more then the lock right .. but from I've read the detroit locker is quality, and has very little problems.

NCSU-4runner · 08-01-2003, 02:09 PM

ive been thinking of getting the lock-rite. i think i found it for like 180 somethin plus shippin on the internet.

statelax3 · 08-01-2003, 02:26 PM

i am running a lockrite in the rear of mine, worth the money, very cheap, mines seems to be very quiet, no loud poping as i had expected, just tire chirp around corners but hell you gte used to it after a while. ohh and ths install is so easy a monkey did mine

denver4x4 · 08-01-2003, 02:35 PM

I just Installed a Lock-Right a few weeks ago and here are some observations that I have.

INSTALL . EASY to install. nothing to it

Operation. It is a full time locker. It disengages when you turn by allowing 1 wheel to spin FASTER then the other, meaning the slow wheel get the engine power. This is kinda neat it sounds like a big craftsman wrench because that is how it works. when 1 tire needs to go faster during a turn it applies pressure to the assembly and it disengages and ratchets on the axle. However this dosent always work so nicely and it can get kinda jerky and jumpy. Especially when you make hard u-turns while applying power. I just use the clutch and glide through the tight turns now. Also beause it does this it will chew up your rear tires more then normal.

OFF road. WOW it makes it so much easier. I don't worry about my tires hanging off a rock or in a trech anymore. It is just great.

And for $200 it is the best off road upgrade that I bought. and chap too

flecker · 08-01-2003, 04:41 PM

It's a quick install for the do it yourselfer, Albeit crucial to get the backlash right(a dial gauge helps here).

One thing to consider would be that it uses the "stock" carrier. This weakens the setup a bit, if you intend on doing hard-core crawling a solid Detroit might suit your needs better. Don't get me wrong... I trust mine to get me out of a hard spot (or into one) and keep on groovin' and the added traction is waaaaaay better! If you live near snow country you'll have to learn to "drive again" with it! Just my .02 cents

outdoorfever · 08-24-2004, 03:31 PM

What tools are needed for install guys?

SWORDFISH92 · 08-24-2004, 11:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by outdoorfever

What tools are needed for install guys?

I just put mine in today in the parking lot of my buddy's apartment complex. Mines an automatic and I can hardly notice it, no joke. I bought mine used from a guy on 4x4wire for $100 shipped. Best money i've spent. I have seen some online for $189 for a v6 new.

We used basic handtools, 2 2x4's. Floor jack, jackstands, set of open end wrenches, set of sockets up to 24mm. Hammer, punch, rubber mallet. whiteout to mark things inside the 3rd. and about 2.5 quarts of fluid if its a v6. I'm sure i forgot a few things.

at least in my experience, if youve never torn apart a third before have someone there who has!

Scary Mc · 08-25-2004, 01:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by flecker

If you live near snow country you'll have to learn to "drive again" with it! Just my .02 cents

What do you mean?

Buki · 08-25-2004, 01:30 PM

Has anybody checked these out? Cost, application.....
http://www.tractech.com/Products.htm
Detroit Electrac.
Seems like the best of both worlds posi all the time 100% lockup with a push of the button.

Mad Chemist · 08-25-2004, 02:41 PM

I don't think they make one for Toys yet, could be wrong though.

I think MNBOY has detroits or lockrites in both the front and rear, has a hell of a time steering with the front locked...

4x4Lamm · 08-25-2004, 03:06 PM

Go for it, at least out back.

The pros outweigh the cons.

Lamm

EWAYota · 08-25-2004, 03:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sdastg1

You might want to hold up .. I'm trying to work out a group buy on a detroit locker .. it might be a little more then the lock right .. but from I've read the detroit locker is quality, and has very little problems.

how close are you to getting that done?

outdoorfever · 08-25-2004, 03:43 PM

Sweet! I just recieved mine today...a few guys from the site are gonna help me. looking forward to it.

SolidDigital · 08-25-2004, 04:21 PM

sounds like something I'ma have to do

if you guys find any links to good deals online, it'd be great if you could post em. I have 4.10 gears and a leaky rear differential so it's the perfect time to take it apart, pop a lockright in and replace the seal

seaflea · 08-25-2004, 04:39 PM

I've had a lock right in the front of mine for 10 years. Granted I do not go off road every weekend, more like once a month or so,But it has done agreat job. and is very noticeable when in 4wd but it is not hard to turn the wheel unless on a rock or hard packed road. I have heard horror stories of these blowing up in the front diff. but have not had it happen.

Yet. I just hope it doesnt.

deathrunner · 08-25-2004, 10:37 PM

Check out aussie lockers.

www.offroadlockers.com

Supposed to be smoother than the lock rite, or any other automatic locker.

SolidDigital · 08-25-2004, 11:07 PM

1969-1995
All 4WD, 4 Cyl Rear TOYOTA 8" rg 30spline 0 XD-20830 $239.99

that's the closest thing I could find for my truck on that aussie locker site, would that work with my 4.10 V6 rear?

MODZILLA · 08-25-2004, 11:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SolidDigital

sounds like something I'ma have to do

if you guys find any links to good deals online, it'd be great if you could post em. I have 4.10 gears and a leaky rear differential so it's the perfect time to take it apart, pop a lockright in and replace the seal

might I also recommend that you consider re-gear at the same time. that way you can bump up in tire size and gain ground clearance. 4:88's and 33's to do some wheelin with that locker.

SolidDigital · 08-26-2004, 09:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MODZILLA

might I also recommend that you consider re-gear at the same time. that way you can bump up in tire size and gain ground clearance. 4:88's and 33's to do some wheelin with that locker.

man I wanna do that so bad, but it's just not in my $$$ range right now

I know nothing about gearing and lockers.. say if you get a locker and install it with 4.10's, then bump up to 4.88's a couple years later can you use the same 30 spline locker with that gearing?

deathrunner · 08-26-2004, 03:58 PM

I believe the 8" for the regular 4 bangers is different from the 8" for the 4cyl turbo or v6. I would ask Aussie. They emailed me back very quickly and answered every and I mean every question that I had. They'd gladly help you.

SolidDigital · 08-26-2004, 07:29 PM

man I'm tempted to buy this one

08-01-2003, 08:32 AM	#2 (permalink)
seafarinman Registered User Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Kitsap County WA Posts: 978	I got one. $217.00 out the door. It was too easy to install. The best low budget mod I have ever done. Quirks are easy to deal with, and it always works whether I need it to or not. What more can you ask for? Seriously, if you are going to regear, then get a Detroit. If not, then a Lock-Right. I don't know about use up front as I only have one in the rear. __________________ DEPLOYED Again! 1994 SAS 2RZ/R151F=244:1! 1988 Toyota 4Runner SR5

08-01-2003, 08:39 AM	#3 (permalink)
doink Contributing Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Atl. Georgia Posts: 3,078	yeah, thanks. i wasj ust wondering about putting one in the rear. also, whats the difference btwn this unit and the no slip traction system offered by powertrax as well? __________________ -m. buy my bands record on iTunes LISTEN TO MY BAND PLEASE

08-01-2003, 08:44 AM	#4 (permalink)
HBoss Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Edmonton, AB, Canada Posts: 1,878	What exactly is the lock-right? LSD? Selectable locker? Permanent locker? other? __________________ 1997 4Runner Ltd. Bilstein shocks, rear E-locker & riding on 32s. Mods Pics Tech articles, write-ups & more are available on my website. http://www.hboss.net/4runner

08-01-2003, 08:48 AM	#5 (permalink)
shazaam Contributing Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Posts: 5,057	You might want to hold up .. I'm trying to work out a group buy on a detroit locker .. it might be a little more then the lock right .. but from I've read the detroit locker is quality, and has very little problems. __________________ Experience is a hard teacher because she gives the test first, and the lesson afterwards. <-- the artist formerly known as sdastg1

08-01-2003, 02:09 PM	#6 (permalink)
NCSU-4runner Contributing Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Raleigh NC Posts: 1,597	ive been thinking of getting the lock-rite. i think i found it for like 180 somethin plus shippin on the internet. __________________ Jeremy, 94 4Runner Turbo Leaf Spring SAS front - Coilover 4link rear (starts December) / Supra Swap My Truck is featured on Supracharged.com - Home of the original Supra swap and Forum One of two things will happen, I will die, or the truck will be finished. I'm not sure which will be first.

08-01-2003, 02:26 PM	#7 (permalink)
statelax3 Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Location: raleigh Posts: 49	i am running a lockrite in the rear of mine, worth the money, very cheap, mines seems to be very quiet, no loud poping as i had expected, just tire chirp around corners but hell you gte used to it after a while. ohh and ths install is so easy a monkey did mine __________________ tube chassis, 22re, w56, duals with 4.7's, 60's, 42 tsl's, hs9k

08-01-2003, 02:35 PM	#8 (permalink)
denver4x4 Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Location: Denver, CO Posts: 12	I just Installed a Lock-Right a few weeks ago and here are some observations that I have. INSTALL . EASY to install. nothing to it Operation. It is a full time locker. It disengages when you turn by allowing 1 wheel to spin FASTER then the other, meaning the slow wheel get the engine power. This is kinda neat it sounds like a big craftsman wrench because that is how it works. when 1 tire needs to go faster during a turn it applies pressure to the assembly and it disengages and ratchets on the axle. However this dosent always work so nicely and it can get kinda jerky and jumpy. Especially when you make hard u-turns while applying power. I just use the clutch and glide through the tight turns now. Also beause it does this it will chew up your rear tires more then normal. OFF road. WOW it makes it so much easier. I don't worry about my tires hanging off a rock or in a trech anymore. It is just great. And for $200 it is the best off road upgrade that I bought. and chap too __________________ 1990 Yota 4x4 Reg cab V6 4" superlift 33" Procomp MT's Rear Lock-Right

08-01-2003, 04:41 PM	#9 (permalink)
flecker Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: White Mountains, Arizona (Yes it does snow in AZ) Posts: 505	I like mine ! It's a quick install for the do it yourselfer, Albeit crucial to get the backlash right(a dial gauge helps here). One thing to consider would be that it uses the "stock" carrier. This weakens the setup a bit, if you intend on doing hard-core crawling a solid Detroit might suit your needs better. Don't get me wrong... I trust mine to get me out of a hard spot (or into one) and keep on groovin' and the added traction is waaaaaay better! If you live near snow country you'll have to learn to "drive again" with it! Just my .02 cents

08-24-2004, 03:31 PM	#10 (permalink)
outdoorfever Contributing Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Concord NC Posts: 1,058	What tools are needed for install guys? __________________ -Kyle Forasmuch then as Christ hath suffered for us in the flesh, arm yourselves likewise with the same mind: for he that hath suffered in the flesh hath ceased from sin; That he no longer should live the rest of his time in the flesh to the lusts of men, but to the will of God. GOD IS A CONSUMING FIRE!!

08-25-2004, 01:30 PM	#13 (permalink)
Buki Registered User Join Date: Aug 2004 Posts: 64	Has anybody checked these out? Cost, application..... http://www.tractech.com/Products.htm Detroit Electrac. Seems like the best of both worlds posi all the time 100% lockup with a push of the button.

08-25-2004, 02:41 PM	#14 (permalink)
Mad Chemist Contributing Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 2,878	I don't think they make one for Toys yet, could be wrong though. I think MNBOY has detroits or lockrites in both the front and rear, has a hell of a time steering with the front locked... __________________ -David '98 4Runner: SAW/OME lift, TJM bumper, Warn M8000 winch, Hayden tranny cooler, Trail Carnage front and belly skid plates, PIAA fogs, Rock lights, 33" MT's on Tech1 Rockcrawler rims, Lars sway bar discos, Sonoran bumpstops and rear bumper, RB 1" body lift, Daystar front bumpstops '73 FJ40: 327 SBC, York, Dual Batteries, custom tire carrier, Corbeau Baja SS bucket seats, Bestop top. TLCA#14428 Last edited by Mad Chemist; 08-25-2004 at 02:44 PM.

08-25-2004, 03:06 PM	#15 (permalink)
4x4Lamm Registered User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Canton, Ohio Posts: 2,573	Go for it, at least out back. The pros outweigh the cons. Lamm __________________ -1992 4Runner SR5, Destroyed by fire. Lots of mods. I will miss it. -1995 4Runner SR5 Limited, Also known as the money pit. Becoming a trail rig now. -2004 Tacoma SR5 TRD, My new daily driver. I love this truck!

08-25-2004, 03:43 PM	#17 (permalink)
outdoorfever Contributing Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Concord NC Posts: 1,058	Sweet! I just recieved mine today...a few guys from the site are gonna help me. looking forward to it. __________________ -Kyle Forasmuch then as Christ hath suffered for us in the flesh, arm yourselves likewise with the same mind: for he that hath suffered in the flesh hath ceased from sin; That he no longer should live the rest of his time in the flesh to the lusts of men, but to the will of God. GOD IS A CONSUMING FIRE!!

08-25-2004, 04:21 PM	#18 (permalink)
SolidDigital Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: va Posts: 540	sounds like something I'ma have to do if you guys find any links to good deals online, it'd be great if you could post em. I have 4.10 gears and a leaky rear differential so it's the perfect time to take it apart, pop a lockright in and replace the seal __________________ 89 Deluxe Short Bed, 3.0 V6 5spd, 4x4, 31x10.5 BFG Radial Long Trails on 15x8 Pacer rims, K&N air filter, high flow cat, Dynomax 2.5" Super Turbo muffler, Sunpro tach... Fiamm 125db. low note horn Pioneer 50w x 4 cd player, Polk speakers

08-25-2004, 04:39 PM	#19 (permalink)
seaflea Contributing Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: wilmington nc Posts: 1,602	I've had a lock right in the front of mine for 10 years. Granted I do not go off road every weekend, more like once a month or so,But it has done agreat job. and is very noticeable when in 4wd but it is not hard to turn the wheel unless on a rock or hard packed road. I have heard horror stories of these blowing up in the front diff. but have not had it happen. Yet. I just hope it doesnt. __________________ Will WabFab Off-Road, LLC Toyota 4x4 Parts and Custom Fabrication updated website with lots of new products 87 runner with every bolt on available

08-25-2004, 10:37 PM	#20 (permalink)
deathrunner Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: San Diego CA Posts: 2,971	Check out aussie lockers. www.offroadlockers.com Supposed to be smoother than the lock rite, or any other automatic locker. __________________ IFS IS FOR LOSERS Decroded Piece of Crap

08-25-2004, 11:07 PM	#21 (permalink)
SolidDigital Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: va Posts: 540	1969-1995 All 4WD, 4 Cyl Rear TOYOTA 8" rg 30spline 0 XD-20830 $239.99 that's the closest thing I could find for my truck on that aussie locker site, would that work with my 4.10 V6 rear? __________________ 89 Deluxe Short Bed, 3.0 V6 5spd, 4x4, 31x10.5 BFG Radial Long Trails on 15x8 Pacer rims, K&N air filter, high flow cat, Dynomax 2.5" Super Turbo muffler, Sunpro tach... Fiamm 125db. low note horn Pioneer 50w x 4 cd player, Polk speakers

08-26-2004, 03:58 PM	#24 (permalink)
deathrunner Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: San Diego CA Posts: 2,971	I believe the 8" for the regular 4 bangers is different from the 8" for the 4cyl turbo or v6. I would ask Aussie. They emailed me back very quickly and answered every and I mean every question that I had. They'd gladly help you. __________________ IFS IS FOR LOSERS Decroded Piece of Crap

08-26-2004, 07:29 PM	#25 (permalink)
SolidDigital Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: va Posts: 540	man I'm tempted to buy this one __________________ 89 Deluxe Short Bed, 3.0 V6 5spd, 4x4, 31x10.5 BFG Radial Long Trails on 15x8 Pacer rims, K&N air filter, high flow cat, Dynomax 2.5" Super Turbo muffler, Sunpro tach... Fiamm 125db. low note horn Pioneer 50w x 4 cd player, Polk speakers

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