E-locker Retrofit

Albuquerque Jim · 02-21-2006, 07:04 AM

My truck did not come with an e-locker stock. In spring of 2004 I swapped a complete axle out of a 1999 limited that was rolled. In spring of 2005 I had the truck aligned after putting on new tires and the alignment shop notified me that they thought my rear axle was bent. The drivers side was almost 1" farther forwad than the pass side.

Anyways, a used e-locker axle tube runs $300-$400. I found a non-elocker for $100 (drum to drum, just no 3rd) from aLostDawg. Once I found a local welder I trusted I decided to take the plunge and convert the non-elocker. Here are some pics.

Got penatration?

The only issue I had with the conversion was one stud that was a little crooked caused issues getting the 3rd in place. But with a little force we finally got it in.

While we were at it I decided to add some diff armor. I was thinking the all-pro style would be easy to build. However, Josh (Bad Monkey) came up with an idea using 2" tubing. I really like the results. It should provide great protection and it looks cool too.

Concept

Reality

Since that went so well we also decided to build an e-locker skid too.

The only problem with this was when I went to put the diff in place the angled piece stuck out too far and I had to trim it from hitting the gas tank skid. Not a big deal.

This was a long 12 hour day, but I am glad it is done. Josh and Arnold, thanks for your innovative ideas and fabrication skills.

I'll post some more pics after I get it all painted.

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ecchamberlin · 02-21-2006, 07:07 AM

Hard core! I like what you have done.

paddlenbike · 02-21-2006, 12:07 PM

Looks great. That brings back some memories.

dragr1 · 02-21-2006, 12:07 PM

I like that diff guard.

seaflea · 02-21-2006, 12:47 PM

Nice work jim! I just added a diff guard to the front of my 85 axle. Just used a 8" pipe cap and cut it in 2.

I will be making the e-locker retrofit into the front diff on mine this weekend!

Bob_98SR5 · 02-21-2006, 01:53 PM

man, sometimes common sense just escapes me. i've been looking for a bare e-locker equipped rear axle just like you. this is definitely the better, cheaper and easier solution

4Rocker · 02-24-2006, 10:28 AM

Anyone ever put the e-locker third in an 84-85 front axle? Would this work (with fitting as above)?

seaflea · 02-24-2006, 10:33 AM

It will fit the same as the rear. I am retrofitting my front for it now. Should have some pictures of it up in the next week or so.

02-21-2006, 07:07 AM	#2 (permalink)
ecchamberlin Contributing Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 1,917	Hard core! I like what you have done. __________________ Eric 2001 4Runner with stuff: http://www.ultimateyota.com/index.ph...6&topic=1098.0

02-21-2006, 12:07 PM	#3 (permalink)
paddlenbike Registered User Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 1,051	Looks great. That brings back some memories. __________________ 2000 4Runner SR5 V6 4WD \| 5-speed \| E-locker \| Tundra/OME lift \| Stubbs Sliders \| Deckplate/TrueFlow \| Yakima rack \| Click here for specs & pics

02-21-2006, 12:07 PM	#4 (permalink)
dragr1 Contributing Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Auburn, AL Posts: 3,627	I like that diff guard. __________________ 1985 4Runner Dual e-lockers, dual cases, yada yada 1996 4runner, lifted, 2 lockers, 315 KM2's, IFS and more '00 Suburban 2500 4x4 '07 Tacoma Double Cab 4wd TRD '02 Lexus IS300 1991 Tiffin Allegro 31' Class A

02-24-2006, 10:28 AM	#7 (permalink)
4Rocker Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Minnesota Posts: 377	Anyone ever put the e-locker third in an 84-85 front axle? Would this work (with fitting as above)? __________________ 84 4Runner SR5 22R, 5spd, 31" BFG ATs,custom bumpers 08 FJ Cruiser Sandstorm, 6MT, All-Terrain Package, Rock Rails, BFG A/Ts

02-24-2006, 10:33 AM	#8 (permalink)
seaflea Contributing Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: wilmington nc Posts: 1,602	It will fit the same as the rear. I am retrofitting my front for it now. Should have some pictures of it up in the next week or so. __________________ 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

02-21-2006, 01:53 PM	#6 (permalink)
Bob_98SR5 Contributing Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 10,092	man, sometimes common sense just escapes me. i've been looking for a bare e-locker equipped rear axle just like you. this is definitely the better, cheaper and easier solution

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