ARB locker or new wheels and tyres????

Submitted: Thursday, Sep 26, 2013 at 13:58
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I want to improve the traction of my '98 Triton 2.8 diesel ute when driving in sand - the sort of driving experienced all the time in our arid areas - soft sandy tracks and sand hills. I'm towing a C/T now and I need to get more traction to the track.

Although it's getting on a bit, changing to a (say) Pajero at (about) $35k for a 2010-2011 model is possible but not that pleasant a prospect...

It seems I've got 2 choices if I keep the Triton - either

1. fit a larger steel wheel and replace the current 205R16 tyres with 245/70 x 16's; or

2. have an ARB air locker fitted to the front (don't confuse me with facts - it's going on the front if I get one) diff.

Both options come with a hefty $1,500 plus price tag but which would give me the best improvement for sand driving???

NOTE: I'm not going rock hopping - I won't be driving much with one wheel in the air so that positive benefit of a locker isn't really relevant to me. It's what will improve the vehicle's ability in sand (and occasional mud) that I'm interested in.

Any thoughts/experience would be welcome

George
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