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Mar 25, 2013 18:14:06 GMT -6
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Post by Deleted on Mar 25, 2013 18:14:06 GMT -6
What setup is everyone running? Not so much you trail rig only guys, but the daily drivers. My original plan was a Spartan in the front and an ARB in the rear. I don't want that awful clicking noise and heard that mainly came from the rear locker. What do you guys suggest and what are y'all running?
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Mar 25, 2013 18:26:32 GMT -6
Post by sheepherda on Mar 25, 2013 18:26:32 GMT -6
personally I like, the rear locked more for everyday driving If I had the money I would do mechanical in back and arb up front i don't mind the clicking as long as I can steer. Remember I'm a toyota guy.
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Mar 25, 2013 18:35:37 GMT -6
Post by Somebody on Mar 25, 2013 18:35:37 GMT -6
I would actually do the opposite... Auto in front and selectable rear.. especially for a DD rig.. ARB isn;t your only option tho.. They have electric lockers and manual lockers too.. Problem is price.. They usually run beyween 800 and 1000 for a selectable
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Mar 25, 2013 18:38:27 GMT -6
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Post by Deleted on Mar 25, 2013 18:38:27 GMT -6
I know I am going to spend that for the selectable, but didn't know about more than the ARB. Any brand names I can look at or you suggest?
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Mar 25, 2013 18:46:40 GMT -6
Post by MJL on Mar 25, 2013 18:46:40 GMT -6
I don't have a locker in the rear, but I do like my Spartan that I have in the front. The first few weeks, it did pop....LOUD...but after we changed the diff cover from stock to a Solid, it seemed to go away. Theory is it holds more fluid so it covers the noise.  |
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Mar 25, 2013 18:50:05 GMT -6
Post by slinky on Mar 25, 2013 18:50:05 GMT -6
I know I am going to spend that for the selectable, but didn't know about more than the ARB. Any brand names I can look at or you suggest? Eaton, OX Locker, Detroit Makes one, ARB, and for some applications Yukon makes one |
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Mar 25, 2013 18:50:25 GMT -6
Post by Somebody on Mar 25, 2013 18:50:25 GMT -6
I know I am going to spend that for the selectable, but didn't know about more than the ARB. Any brand names I can look at or you suggest? Ox Locker.. Eaton E-Locker |
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Mar 25, 2013 18:53:35 GMT -6
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Post by Deleted on Mar 25, 2013 18:53:35 GMT -6
I don't have a locker in the rear, but I do like my Spartan that I have in the front. The first few weeks, it did pop....LOUD...but after we changed the diff cover from stock to a Solid, it seemed to go away. Theory is it holds more fluid so it covers the noise. No major effects on your steering? The Xj and LJ are about the same size and I know it's already like driving a short bus sometimes. |
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Mar 25, 2013 18:59:14 GMT -6
Post by MJL on Mar 25, 2013 18:59:14 GMT -6
It didn't effect the steering at all. When I'm just driving it, I can't even tell it's there.  |
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Mar 25, 2013 19:03:41 GMT -6
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Post by Deleted on Mar 25, 2013 19:03:41 GMT -6
It didn't effect the steering at all. When I'm just driving it, I can't even tell it's there. Awesome that is what I am looking for. We are going to do the gears and the locker in the front at the same time so I will be sure to add a diff cover to that list. |
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Mar 25, 2013 19:05:01 GMT -6
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Post by Deleted on Mar 25, 2013 19:05:01 GMT -6
How does the cable Ox locker work? Where does the cable go?
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Mar 25, 2013 19:05:25 GMT -6
Post by jamison on Mar 25, 2013 19:05:25 GMT -6
I have Spartans in both axles and I don't even know they are there as long as I don't punch it while I am turning. If I do, it'll bark the inside tire a little on the rear...
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Mar 25, 2013 19:09:40 GMT -6
Post by Somebody on Mar 25, 2013 19:09:40 GMT -6
How does the cable Ox locker work? Where does the cable go? It route's into the inside of the tub.. Pull a lever and it's locked.. pull again and it's unlocked.. |
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Mar 25, 2013 19:13:47 GMT -6
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Post by Deleted on Mar 25, 2013 19:13:47 GMT -6
Hmm sounds easy and less sophisticated. I like the sound of that. I am going to do some research. Thanks guys.
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Mar 25, 2013 20:07:05 GMT -6
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Post by grizzlyadams on Mar 25, 2013 20:07:05 GMT -6
I have ARB in front and Lock Rite in rear. Have been running this setup for over 10 yrs. my wife daily drove our Jeep for 6 yrs that way. The clicking is not that noticeable once you get used to it.
You will break the front end far less having the ability to unlock it when not needed. I have had zero issues with my ARB FWIW.
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