diff locks
Submitted: Tuesday, Jul 06, 2004 at 20:34
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Moz
Hi everyone,
I am considering fitting an air locker to my HJ60 Landcruiser.
Just wondering whether I should fit it to the front or rear diff.
The vehicle has no other mods except 31x10.5 tyres.
Also considering fitting it myself after I replaced bearings in the rear diff
six months ago without too much trouble. Any pitfalls to avoid?
Any other thoughts would be appreciated.
Thanks
Reply By: Truckster (Vic) - Wednesday, Jul 07, 2004 at 00:53
Wednesday, Jul 07, 2004 at 00:53
I asked this of a bloke in club who works for large 4wd company...
The first answer was in relation to removing LSD, and having an open diff for rest of the yr....
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No open diff doesnt give any probs as long as youve got a bit of down travel left on shocks and susp not too stiff.
Rear a bit safer for novice drivers plus a tad less strain on CVs if wheel spinning not that you do that.
Front not so forgiving when you're under stress.
Traction improvement going up gnarly bits very good esp when in conjunction with Working Nissan LSD.
I fitted Front 1st to my Patrol and it made a world of difference.
You will notice improvements from the rear too about 80%.
What would I recommend,
Heads rear.... Tails front..
PS. If your not sure and want an easy aid fit Rear.
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