Locker time!
07-24-2009, 02:41 PM
#1
Locker time!
Well, not yet, but they'll most likely be my next step a while down the road. 95 SR5 3.0 auto, want to consider all options, with emphasis on ease of install and then price.
07-24-2009, 02:47 PM
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looking for ease of install, get a complete 3rd with gears and all
looking for best price, weld it
lol, but seriously, I would look into a LockRite; that's what I'll be going with, along with some 4.88's
looking for best price, weld it
lol, but seriously, I would look into a LockRite; that's what I'll be going with, along with some 4.88's
07-24-2009, 02:51 PM
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Not easy....or cheap, but here's my write up for an electric locker retrofit for another option to Detroit, ARB, Lockrite, etc... that not everyone takes into account when deciding on a locker...
https://www.yotatech.com/forums/f116...-build-183550/
You may read or hear about an Aussie locker, but those are not available for the v6's IIRC...
https://www.yotatech.com/forums/f116...-build-183550/
You may read or hear about an Aussie locker, but those are not available for the v6's IIRC...
07-24-2009, 02:52 PM
#4
I'll read up on the LockRites. I was lucky enough to get a Runner with the 4.88s stock.
07-24-2009, 03:00 PM
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07-24-2009, 03:06 PM
#6
. If you get something used send it to someone like ZUK to do a check up worth every penny. Three of my 3rds are posted on his web site. Just decide what you want to spend research the right way to do it. And remember the reason that people who don't have much money should pay to have the right stuff done right is cause you can't afford to do it twice.
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07-24-2009, 09:11 PM
#9
Did some more reading, and have a few more questions.
Aussie lockers look like a good deal, read up on 'em, why are they not availible for the rear on a '95? I see the fronts are there, and I assume starting with those would be a big step up from having none at all, right? How is the install on the fronts, about the same as the rears?
Aussie lockers look like a good deal, read up on 'em, why are they not availible for the rear on a '95? I see the fronts are there, and I assume starting with those would be a big step up from having none at all, right? How is the install on the fronts, about the same as the rears?
07-24-2009, 09:20 PM
#10
Did some more reading, and have a few more questions.
Aussie lockers look like a good deal, read up on 'em, why are they not availible for the rear on a '95? I see the fronts are there, and I assume starting with those would be a big step up from having none at all, right? How is the install on the fronts, about the same as the rears?
Aussie lockers look like a good deal, read up on 'em, why are they not availible for the rear on a '95? I see the fronts are there, and I assume starting with those would be a big step up from having none at all, right? How is the install on the fronts, about the same as the rears?
Automatics lend themselves well to automatic lockers, so a Lockright would be a very good choice.
07-24-2009, 11:55 PM
#14
I've already got some manual hubs on the way to hopefully save a little wear and tear on my CVs, so wouldn't that pretty much make a front locker pretty much invisible with the hubs free?
(still new at all this and learning as I go... so if I make moronic assumptions, just smack me and tell me why LOL)
(still new at all this and learning as I go... so if I make moronic assumptions, just smack me and tell me why LOL)
07-25-2009, 12:05 AM
#15
yes it would, but if you need to use 4WD during the winter the locked front end tends to pull straight--not wanting to turn. I lost my rear drive shaft a few months ago. Pulled over, finished taking it out, locked the hubs and drove home just using the front end..it was a work out to make turns
07-25-2009, 12:11 AM
#16
Gotcha. I guess my search for a rear locker continues then, and the E-lockers and air lockers are a bit rich for my blood at this point, I really wish the Aussies were availible for the V6 autos.
What about Detroits? ~$500 is towards the upper end of what I'd like to pay, but my options seem to be somewhat limited. How is the install? Are they too much for a DD?
I realize that some of that is subjective, but it seems everyone in my area is too busy lifting and breaking F150s and Ram 1500s, with the usual Jeep fanbois thrown in, no one runs the Toyotas it seems, so it's near impossible to find an example in person.
What about Detroits? ~$500 is towards the upper end of what I'd like to pay, but my options seem to be somewhat limited. How is the install? Are they too much for a DD?
I realize that some of that is subjective, but it seems everyone in my area is too busy lifting and breaking F150s and Ram 1500s, with the usual Jeep fanbois thrown in, no one runs the Toyotas it seems, so it's near impossible to find an example in person.
07-25-2009, 03:00 AM
#17
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Gotcha. I guess my search for a rear locker continues then, and the E-lockers and air lockers are a bit rich for my blood at this point, I really wish the Aussies were availible for the V6 autos.
What about Detroits? ~$500 is towards the upper end of what I'd like to pay, but my options seem to be somewhat limited. How is the install? Are they too much for a DD.
What about Detroits? ~$500 is towards the upper end of what I'd like to pay, but my options seem to be somewhat limited. How is the install? Are they too much for a DD.
http://completeoffroad.com/
Just a suggestion, but maybe source/regear a 4cyl rear to give you more options for lockers!(you don't loose much if any strength)
Just my $0.02
Larry
Last edited by 91 4Runner; 07-25-2009 at 03:03 AM.
07-25-2009, 08:13 PM
#19
Not really, all you need to do is reset the backlash- which is pretty straightforward.
