what is the best front locker for an 86 yoter
Nov 5, 2008 | 04:10 AM
#5
selectable locker
it is what I have but locked front ends can bind when turning (=breakage) Sure you can get out and unlock a hub but that sucks..twinsticks fix that..
are you doing to be driving this thing on snow covered roads in 4x4? Locked front ends drive totally different.
What is the best comes down to your budget. Selectable is the way to go if you can afford it. ARB Air Locker....Toyota is second but not sure if they made one to fit the 7.5"
are you doing to be driving this thing on snow covered roads in 4x4? Locked front ends drive totally different.
What is the best comes down to your budget. Selectable is the way to go if you can afford it. ARB Air Locker....Toyota is second but not sure if they made one to fit the 7.5"
Last edited by dropzone; Nov 5, 2008 at 04:12 AM.
Nov 5, 2008 | 07:13 AM
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The best is hands down an ARB Air Locker. Absolutely no competition.
However, most balk at the cost. So, if you are on a budget, an aussie or lockright will work. But they are far from the best.
However, most balk at the cost. So, if you are on a budget, an aussie or lockright will work. But they are far from the best.
Nov 5, 2008 | 09:06 AM
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The only lockers without performance compromises are the selectables. For IFS, that means ARB as an elocker won't work.
ALL the other options trade on-road performance for off-road or vice versa.
For example: a trutrac limited slip is FANTASTIC on road, but worthless when you lift a wheel offroad. Welded is great offroad in slick conditions, but you won't be able to turn (AT ALL) on road (with the hubs locked).
ALL the other options trade on-road performance for off-road or vice versa.
For example: a trutrac limited slip is FANTASTIC on road, but worthless when you lift a wheel offroad. Welded is great offroad in slick conditions, but you won't be able to turn (AT ALL) on road (with the hubs locked).
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