Hey guys,
here before to long im going to be ready to lock my rear end, and was wondering what my options were. I really dont have the funds to pay for a ARB, but someone told me that auburn makes a locker for mine that only cost about $300. Also being my DD could i use a spool? would a spool have any downsides or cause any harm?

thanks in advance for any help

 

Hi, I am in process of locking my rear, right now.
Here is what I know from friends and web info.

Welded and spool rear - hard to turn, notice more tire wear. need some adjustment how to drive, maximum traction on trail.

Lunchbox locker (Aussie, Lock right, etc) cost effective and good way to obtain the traction, on turning, it supposed to be disengaged, but I heard few story about inconsistent engaging and disengaging.

Full locker - I was told ARB or Detroit selectable locker is the best option for IFS front. due to select engaging by situation.
* I did not research Full locker because it is out of my budget.

If you drive more than 50miles a day, Aussie Locker seems to be the best option under $300 if you install yourself.

Aussie doesn't make V6 8" rear as of now...

I hope these info. help you

Tak

 

my aussie's are working great. i have to work the clutch on real slow tight turns, like in parking lots turns. no problems in the rain. a little noisy, but you get used to it. i'll buy them again unless i win the lottery, then ARB.

 

https://www.yotatech.com/forums/f31/...legends-51513/
https://www.yotatech.com/forums/f31/locker-faq-43572/
Please read these threads. If you already have then please ask a more specific question. For the record, I have a rear Lockright that works very well.

 

Detroit does not make a selectable locker for Toyota's.

Anything but selectable in the front is bad for snow driving, fine if you don't. However, you will find steering offroad very difficult without a twin stick. You will probably lose a lot of steering components, so make sure you have plenty of spares, and know how to change them.

ARBs can be done. You simply have to set your priorities differently. I bought two while in college (on loans), paid entirely by me, as well as paying for food and an apartment. Its not easy, but it is very possible.

That isn't a statement meant to brag or show off. It is simply to say, don't limit your options.