lsd or diff lock for Hilux,best option???
Submitted: Sunday, Jul 08, 2007 at 11:04
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rogslux
Hi to all,
I have a 2006 2wd Hilux d/cab diesel with an open rear diff.I want a more traction from the rear going up slippery rocky driveways,boat ramps and the like,but 90 % of the time it is driven on sealed roads.Toyota has a lsd diff as an accessory option for around $1600,or am i better to fit a locked diff kit such as a Lokka,or something like a ARB air locker(i don't know what either costs).Pros and cons of all three options??
Any info or help much appreciated.
Roger.
Reply By: Time - Sunday, Jul 08, 2007 at 11:50
Sunday, Jul 08, 2007 at 11:50
My experience with Toyotas (I have a 4x4 Hilux and ran a Bundera for a while) is that their LSDs aren't worth much, plenty here will agree. I run a lokka in the front of my Hilux but wouldn't put one in the rear, don't like the idea of a locked rear and wet tar roads getting together. If you must lock your rear I'd go an Air locker, both ARB and TJM do them, I believe the TJM one is a bit cheaper and doesn't suffer the oil "blow back" problems that ARBs some times do.
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Reply By: Member - Paul S (VIC) - Sunday, Jul 08, 2007 at 19:34
Sunday, Jul 08, 2007 at 19:34
G'day rogslux, not sure if the Toyota accessory you are talking about is standard on all the 4x4's, (and not 2wd) or the option is a better version of what us hilux fourby owners already have.
Anyhow, the LSD which came standard with my new 4wd hilux is next to useless. I had an ARB air locker fitted to the rear diff and it is probably the best piece of gear I own. I have heard the same system fitted to the front diff can effect handling and possibly cause problems for you, although I have not had personal experience.
Cheers,
Shep
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