No matter what kind of info I'm trying to find on 4WDing, I always end up back on this channel because it's one of the few that get straight to the point! Keep it up mate, learning heaps
Perfect video, now I know how to use my truck off-road properly, wasted 8 mins watching some guys with a raptor try to explain it and still didn’t learn a lick of information
Great video Ronny. Lockers might be an expensive initial purchase, but when you see so many 4wd's with panel damage, mechanical damage and the risk some drivers put themselves in by going flat stick up a hill it really makes sense when experienced 4wd enthusiasts say ''slow and steady wins the race''.
American here. Hence forth I shall call a diff lock a locker in an Aussie accent. Love it. I swear, Aussies are American brothers from other mothers. Cheers sir!
DIfferential locks are also especially important for inexperienced off-road drivers. They provide so much better control in even moderately difficult terrain.
I drive a 02 Toyota Tacoma 4x4 with factory rear locker. With a 3" lift. I have only used it 3 times and all 3 times it just crawled out. Thanks for the content you supply! P.S. Howdy from NE. GA. USA
Great content! I'm learning a lot (which isn't surprising as my total off road experience is under 50 total hours)! One thing I'd stress a bit more than you do: "Something will give!" sounds a bit cute - maybe a guy or two could be saved from spending a lot of money by saying "you will destroy some part of your drivetrain and possibly be stranded!"
subscribed ! i have been a fan of off-road travelling for many years and finally got myself a ST PATROL.... love ya videos mate gave me alot of knowledge ....
Excellent video , just bought Aussie lunchbox lockers front and rear for an 87 ifs Toyota . I appreciate the info. Don't wanna be breaking anything not knowing what I'm doing.
I usually just go till I need to lock up, unless I’m water crossing or up something hairy where I NEED to make it first shot and not stop and wait, they also help keep tires from spinning and chunking out on rocks. Winch and lockers are necessary if you really want to get off road. Lots of info good job
excellent Video , thanks for taking the time to pass this information on, I asked the dealer what the hell the diff lock was in my 2014 Patrol, he couldnt explain it to me, so thanks bud.
Diff locks, or limited slip, is great for doing "donuts" and "cookies" on icy parking lots too! Great way to show the grandkids that grandpa is still pretty cool!
Thank you so much, I'm learning a lot about 4x4. I just got my 1st 4x4 finally, it's a 1999 Toyota 4 Runner. Your other video about 4x4 was very helpful. This video was as well, I had no clue what the differential locker was until your video. Now after your videos I know more about my 4x4 and it's differential locker. Thank you bro great videos. New subscriber right here.
When I was younger I was easily a front guy. As I get older, I appreciate rears more. Don't get me wrong, a nice front is still a thing of beauty, but I'm not as picky as I used to be.
So much retro nostaligia here. Weird seeing how the rig looked then too compared to now. Ronny has inproved his delivery too and hopefully those boardies have never seen light of day since.
Loving your channel Ronny . First one ill go to for advice , I am new to the 4WD world. Just purchased a new SR Hilux , so looking forward to my adventures. I have 5 weeks holiday next year , so I coming your way ... CHEERS!!
Even a cheep ratchet locker gives such an improvement. And thanks for mentioning not tearing up the trails. And definately agree with IFS lockers,but go selective.
Being in America, I am jealous of your 70-series Land Cruiser. My options here are either the older solid-axle Land Rovers like the Discovery 2 I have, or an 80-series Land Cruiser. As much as I love my Rover, if Toyota ever decides to sell the modern 70-series here with the diesel (hinting at Toyota!), I'd gladly trade up for one!
+godzillaisnuclea123 The Defender 110 was available up until about 20 years ago. I believe the Defender 90 continued to be sold until 1998? However, there are so few of them that come to market that their value has climbed dramatically. The last Defender 110 I saw was going for $50k. Similar 90s start at about $30k. No one takes them offroad, they're now all garage-bound.
Jeeps are commonplace here, as to be expected. Truthfully, I'm surprised I chose the Land Rover over a Land Cruiser as I'm more of a Toyota guy. However, I've been wanting a D2 since they first came on sale here in model year 1999. Something about them struck me when they were brand new. Have had the truck for a little over a year now and am still happy with it.
You can get the Landcruiser Prado series in the US. There it's sold as the Lexus GX, which depending on generation is either the J120 or J150. Imagine a Lexus like this. arctictrucks.com/Vehicle-Display-Page.aspx?Type=1&Manufacturer=52f9797b-b0a9-446a-bd24-2f2a02da29bc&Model=4149217c-d11c-4b40-b4a9-fe74131a4609
good info thank you, I am off on a 4WD trip to Namibia for seven weeks. Going solo so I am double checking everything.One track is a less or not at all drive used
currently running an rear automatic locker on my Tacoma. I honestly can't say how much it's helped me, since it's always "on", but I'm pretty sure it came in handy at least a few times. My Tacoma does have traction control system, but my particular model doesn't have traction control in 4 lo, which is why I went with the rear auto locker just in case. And traction control is another thing I can't say how beneficial it has been.
ive got 2 Detroit lockers... rear always locked and front can lock both or different sides by unlocking the hubs... so nice... lockers are a requirement (to me) as you can clearly see the ease of them in your video. nice rig as well!!!
I would love to wheel in Australia. I have ALWAYS had rigs with open differentials. I consider myself an experienced off-roader but just never had the money for lockers. Now I'm getting a new bronco with front and rear electric lockers. I think back to how much easier the trails I've been on could have been at times.
Love your videos. Agree with having a rear locker if its only one locker. I also believe the front drive system is not designed to handle the forces involved when using a locked diff and rear diff being open. Many 4WDs that come with factory fitted lockers the front cannot be locked independently of the rear. Its rear only or rear and fwd. I have seen many 4WDs with after market lockers that have broken their front drive system and busted diffs while having only the front diff locked.
I live in California, USA. There's not a lot of lose sand here. It's mostly rocky terrain. I live in NorCal near the Rubicon trail. Please include rocky terrain front locker vs rear locker video as well. The trial your showing would be like a Moderate trail called a fire road in our national forest. Trail's go form: Easy: These fun family trails are suited for a stock vehicle and may not always require four wheel drive. In most cases these trails consist of well maintained service roads. Roads are typically wide enough to accommodate passing. Moderate: While more challenging than the "Easy" rated trails, drivers of all skill levels can enjoy these trails. At this level a stock high clearance four wheel drive vehicle is required. Trails are typically narrow with possible brush that may scratch your vehicle. Passing usually requires backing up. Difficult: Trails at this rating require a vehicle with increased ground clearance and proper protection. Trails will often require a spotter and should only be attempted by more experienced off road drivers. Most trails at this level require 33" tires and at least one locker is recommended. Extreme: Trails at this rating require a heavily modified vehicle. At this point you most likely have more dents than lugs on your tires, flops and rollovers are just part of your Sunday drive. Front and rear lockers, at least 35" tires and a winch are highly recommended. "Extreme" rated trails should only be attempted by the most experienced off road drivers.
My zr2 came with front and rear lockers. It was one of the selling points. My 1982 FSJ Cherokee has front and rear air lockers. It also has an Altas 4 speed. Honestly, 98% of the time I roll around in 2 wheel drive and low range. But when you 'need' 4wd and lockers there is no substitute. Like Ronny indicated, you can substitute finesse for momentum, it's not often I see someone breaking something because they are being slow and deliberate, it's the folks pressing on the skinny pedal and trying to use momentum that usually break something.
Kia ora Ronnie, great vid, never got the whole diff lock thing, ive got a Jeep WJ and its got the equivalent to 2 limited slip diffs, give her the berries and ive got twin locked, no need to push buttons or pull levers, pull straight off the highway and hard in to it, probably just commented to brag hahaha, nah as i said great vid and good info, cheers bro
If you get stuck on a hill like he did in the beginning with an open diff, apply you’re ebrake slightly without locking the rear and if should shift power to the wheel not turning. It’s not the best route because you’ll wear your pads out, but it will help you get out of tricky situations. Great video man! Love the truck!
Great advice on how and why to use lockers. Two weeks ago I killed my non-lockable front diff because of too much wheel spin and then some sudden traction, the torque ripped parts of the diff out. Getting a lockable front diff now!
I rolled over my 4x4 96 Tacoma then had blown headgasket. Ended up with a 99 Prerunner Tacoma (2wd) 😭..... but the good news... It has the offroad package with the rear locker, that thing is amazing! Very different from a front locker like my 96. And the prerunner seems to accelerate much faster without the extra differential weight, not to forget better towing😉. (Please don't remind me that its not a 4wd😭.)
I agree the rear is the most important. I have TruTracs in the front of my van and so far with ARB in the back it seems to work very well. If I get a front wheel off the ground I need to apply a little brake and it pulls right out of everything I've tested on so far.
Thanks Ronny. Another great vid. I found that the factory lockers wont work individually...ie when the front locker is selected the rear locker remains engaged.
I had one in my 2004 ford courier. Brilliant, however, you have to have manual hubs. the front is locked, they will unlock to turn. Cheap under $600. Combined with a rear air locker, can get 90% where the big 4x4's go.
Had fun watching the video. A lot of good advice and info. I run selectable lockers both front and rear. I also have a twin stick. So much fun. The great thing about selectable lockers is you can have a bit of fun trying an obstacle open/open but still know you have the option of locking it in and getting down to business. A bit of a tease at the end with the front/rear locker video. I am going to vote 'front' as the way to go. ;)
Cheers Ronny. Wish I had watched this before I went backwards and forwards with both lockers in on a dam bank and worked my way down to the waters edge. Shitting pants when almost took 80k swimming!!
I've got Spartan lockers and love them! Also they can be a little noisy sometimes. I just engage my four-wheel drive and put my front hubs in when I get off-road and they kick in when I need them. Just pretty much forget about them after that until I take it out of 4 wheel drive.
Hi Ronny, great vid. I think you should do a vid explaining types of lockers. Auto lockers, e-lockers mechanical lockers etc. I've heard terrible things about auto lockers and even arb mechanical lockers have had bad things said about them.
Nothin like driving an old beast with Detroit lockers .. bang.. crash .. tyre squeel . I would doubt the current gen would have enough driving skill to keep it shiny side up. .
@@paulsouth4794 I'm running a Detroit locker. It was the better option for me with a more limited budget. rear only. I've been happy enough with it so far.
On one of my rigs i have only the rear locker and on the other one both, sometimes it feels like one locker is usless without the other, by the way great video can't wait for the front vs rear video
Cheers for the great video mate. My first vehicle (94 troopy) came with a rear air locker, you've given me a good understanding on how and when to use it.. Cheers from FNQ
I used to lock my rear when I would get stopped, as you demonstrated. My most recent vehicle has mechanical locker rear plus Torsion differential up front. I have not been stopped so far to need to engage the rear locker. I have used the rear locker just to keep it exercised a bit. The Torsion axle seems to be a wonderful thing except for cost.
Interesting comment on front locker being good for IFS vehicles to help protect the CV's. I've always thought a locker increased the strain on the drive train. But it makes sense that anything that keeps it slow and controlled also helps protect the CV's. We have very few new vehicles here in the US with solid front axles...
rodagoose its the same in AUS now many new vehicles come out with IFS and some with IRS as well... Only Toyota, Landrover and Jeep release front and rear solid axles now. That said an IFS vehicle driven correct can do just as well...
rodagoose I run a Limited Slip LSD on the front of my 1995 Ford Bronco. Auburn Pro LSD up front and Detroit Locker in the rear. A limited slip has some "give" when it comes to strain on axles. You might look into a Detroit Tru Track.
rudedogii thanks for the input, sounds like a nice vehicle/setup. I've got a Nissan Xterra with factory locker in the rear. I know it's not the most "hardcore" vehicle but it's done very well in the mild to medium off-roading I do. I've got a trip planned out to Ouray Colorado this July. Should be a blast!!
I got a Toyota Tacoma now. Does ok with the factory Electronic Traction Control but I would like a rear diff lock and LSD in front. I had a Lock-Rite locker on the front axle of my F-250. Very hard to make a turn with the front locker. Colorado sounds cool. Have a good time!
rudedogii I would suggest going with a locker than can completely disengage on the front axle instead of an LSD. The LSD on the front will make turning very hard on the vehicle and you will forever hear the clicking noise of it trying to engage since it things one of the wheels is slipping.
Front or rear? I just picked up my lovely second hand Troopy yesterday with front and rear lockers, and I'm still trying to work out how to get the most out of them. So this video was great to watch.
Great video! Im really glad Toyota came up with A-Trac. Ive been in few situations were atrac was not enough. Would love to put a ARB rear locker on the Runner someday though!
Cool thing with the A-trac is it doesn't care if you install a locker....A-trac just uses the vehicle's traction control, stability control, and ABS system to help control traction loss through braking spinning wheels and using yaw and pitch sensors to figure out what the vehicle is doing in a turn to help keep the vehicle headed in the right direction...it does work but its somewhat limited especially in extreme conditions you can manage to overheat the ABS system and at that point none of those features will work LOL.
No matter what kind of info I'm trying to find on 4WDing, I always end up back on this channel because it's one of the few that get straight to the point! Keep it up mate, learning heaps
Perfect video, now I know how to use my truck off-road properly, wasted 8 mins watching some guys with a raptor try to explain it and still didn’t learn a lick of information
Excellent synopsis. HDJ81 Triple Locked owner here. Thank you for posting!
Just watched his newest video then saw this after. Wow has he come a long way. Good for you 👍🏼 7yrs is a long time.
I like the "surface to air missile" on the front of that Toyota!
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Stealth tuner antenna??
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Great video Ronny. Lockers might be an expensive initial purchase, but when you see so many 4wd's with panel damage, mechanical damage and the risk some drivers put themselves in by going flat stick up a hill it really makes sense when experienced 4wd enthusiasts say ''slow and steady wins the race''.
American here. Hence forth I shall call a diff lock a locker in an Aussie accent. Love it. I swear, Aussies are American brothers from other mothers. Cheers sir!
The best video on explaining differential lockers I have ever come across!!!! Really thank you!!
04Jun2021 and here I am using this video to explain to a newbie how the use of a diff lock is nice for the vehicle and the track...thanks Mr Dahl...
The best description on this topic, Great job Sir.
Thank you for the great explanation on how and when to use the front/rear lockers!
Thanks for the video man. I had a real hard time finding an explanation about diff lockers online but your video is packed with quality info.
Ronny, i like how practical and informational your videos are. Keep it up. Also the aussie accent makes it fun to watch.
I drive Renault Clio 3, but I enjoyed this video very much! Good job!
Every time I watch one of you videos, I learn something new. Thanks mate.
DIfferential locks are also especially important for inexperienced off-road drivers. They provide so much better control in even moderately difficult terrain.
I drive a 02 Toyota Tacoma 4x4 with factory rear locker. With a 3" lift. I have only used it 3 times and all 3 times it just crawled out. Thanks for the content you supply! P.S. Howdy from NE. GA. USA
if I was going off-road for the first time I would definitely want someone like you with me great video and thank you
Great content! I'm learning a lot (which isn't surprising as my total off road experience is under 50 total hours)! One thing I'd stress a bit more than you do: "Something will give!" sounds a bit cute - maybe a guy or two could be saved from spending a lot of money by saying "you will destroy some part of your drivetrain and possibly be stranded!"
Great explanation mate! Thank you!
subscribed ! i have been a fan of off-road travelling for many years and finally got myself a ST PATROL....
love ya videos mate gave me alot of knowledge ....
Excellent video , just bought Aussie lunchbox lockers front and rear for an 87 ifs Toyota . I appreciate the info. Don't wanna be breaking anything not knowing what I'm doing.
You won't get a choice when to use lunchbox lockers, they operate automatically.
I usually just go till I need to lock up, unless I’m water crossing or up something hairy where I NEED to make it first shot and not stop and wait, they also help keep tires from spinning and chunking out on rocks. Winch and lockers are necessary if you really want to get off road. Lots of info good job
Excellent video on diff lockers. Answered a bunch of questions.
First time user
Great explanation
Cut BS and got to th topic.excellent
U hav won me over
Thank u.
Great summary, everything you need to know in concise form. Very helpful to show my wife! :)
I'm just starting out 4wd-ing and found this video so helpful - thank you!
I love my Daihatsu Terios. All-wheel-drive with diff locks. Awesome explanation 🇳🇿👍
Excellent explanation of dif lockers! Never had a clue they existed until I was looking for a small onboard air compressor! Thanks!
excellent Video , thanks for taking the time to pass this information on, I asked the dealer what the hell the diff lock was in my 2014 Patrol, he couldnt explain it to me, so thanks bud.
Diff locks, or limited slip, is great for doing "donuts" and "cookies" on icy parking lots too! Great way to show the grandkids that grandpa is still pretty cool!
Excellent explanation of the use and difference between front and rear diffs.
Thanks for this simple explanation, will buy an off roader soon and learning in the meantime.
Appreciated!
Thank you so much, I'm learning a lot about 4x4. I just got my 1st 4x4 finally, it's a 1999 Toyota 4 Runner. Your other video about 4x4 was very helpful. This video was as well, I had no clue what the differential locker was until your video. Now after your videos I know more about my 4x4 and it's differential locker. Thank you bro great videos. New subscriber right here.
When I was younger I was easily a front guy. As I get older, I appreciate rears more. Don't get me wrong, a nice front is still a thing of beauty, but I'm not as picky as I used to be.
spot on Ronny, rear diff lock is definitely the most used
So much retro nostaligia here. Weird seeing how the rig looked then too compared to now. Ronny has inproved his delivery too and hopefully those boardies have never seen light of day since.
I love this video because I wasn't sure if you should have them on all the time offroad or when to disengage them.
Awesome vid mate - front and rear lockers are now on the top of my list have on my next set up !!
This was incredibly helpful and useful video that everyone who is interested in wheeling should watch. Thank you sir.
I didn't understand it so far. Until your explanation. Thank you
Loving your channel Ronny . First one ill go to for advice , I am new to the 4WD world. Just purchased a new SR Hilux , so looking forward to my adventures. I have 5 weeks holiday next year , so I coming your way ... CHEERS!!
I learnt a lot from you.Thankyou. Nagaland,India.
Great demostration with real situations. I watched a lot off difflock info videos but those didn't show it well
Fantastic video man, thanks for the straight to the point video!
Even a cheep ratchet locker gives such an improvement. And thanks for mentioning not tearing up the trails. And definately agree with IFS lockers,but go selective.
Being in America, I am jealous of your 70-series Land Cruiser. My options here are either the older solid-axle Land Rovers like the Discovery 2 I have, or an 80-series Land Cruiser. As much as I love my Rover, if Toyota ever decides to sell the modern 70-series here with the diesel (hinting at Toyota!), I'd gladly trade up for one!
+Gripen047 The Defender 110 is a much more similar vehicle to the 70 and i believe you can get them in the US? or at least you could do
+godzillaisnuclea123
The Defender 110 was available up until about 20 years ago. I believe the Defender 90 continued to be sold until 1998? However, there are so few of them that come to market that their value has climbed dramatically. The last Defender 110 I saw was going for $50k. Similar 90s start at about $30k. No one takes them offroad, they're now all garage-bound.
+Gripen047 ah man that's lame, they are everywhere here but I'm in the UK. interesting that you chose land rover over Jeep despite being in the US
Jeeps are commonplace here, as to be expected. Truthfully, I'm surprised I chose the Land Rover over a Land Cruiser as I'm more of a Toyota guy. However, I've been wanting a D2 since they first came on sale here in model year 1999. Something about them struck me when they were brand new. Have had the truck for a little over a year now and am still happy with it.
You can get the Landcruiser Prado series in the US. There it's sold as the Lexus GX, which depending on generation is either the J120 or J150.
Imagine a Lexus like this. arctictrucks.com/Vehicle-Display-Page.aspx?Type=1&Manufacturer=52f9797b-b0a9-446a-bd24-2f2a02da29bc&Model=4149217c-d11c-4b40-b4a9-fe74131a4609
good info thank you, I am off on a 4WD trip to Namibia for seven weeks. Going solo so I am double checking everything.One track is a less or not at all drive used
Man I wish I could buy a 70 series in the states
They are so good man
Me too
A very good explanation Ronny Thankyou
Cheers ronny, new to offroading, this helps me a lot
currently running an rear automatic locker on my Tacoma. I honestly can't say how much it's helped me, since it's always "on", but I'm pretty sure it came in handy at least a few times. My Tacoma does have traction control system, but my particular model doesn't have traction control in 4 lo, which is why I went with the rear auto locker just in case. And traction control is another thing I can't say how beneficial it has been.
ive got 2 Detroit lockers... rear always locked and front can lock both or different sides by unlocking the hubs... so nice... lockers are a requirement (to me) as you can clearly see the ease of them in your video. nice rig as well!!!
got twin lockers from arb and it uses the same compressor i use for pumping the tyres up too
I would love to wheel in Australia. I have ALWAYS had rigs with open differentials. I consider myself an experienced off-roader but just never had the money for lockers. Now I'm getting a new bronco with front and rear electric lockers. I think back to how much easier the trails I've been on could have been at times.
Love your videos. Agree with having a rear locker if its only one locker. I also believe the front drive system is not designed to handle the forces involved when using a locked diff and rear diff being open. Many 4WDs that come with factory fitted lockers the front cannot be locked independently of the rear. Its rear only or rear and fwd. I have seen many 4WDs with after market lockers that have broken their front drive system and busted diffs while having only the front diff locked.
Thanks mate from across the ditch 👍🇳🇿
Great video Ronny. Really practical and useful.
Thanks Ronny, well explained.
Aussie folks are great, thanks for the infos
I live in California, USA. There's not a lot of lose sand here. It's mostly rocky terrain.
I live in NorCal near the Rubicon trail.
Please include rocky terrain front locker vs rear locker video as well.
The trial your showing would be like a Moderate trail called a fire road in our national forest.
Trail's go form:
Easy: These fun family trails are suited for a stock vehicle and may not always require four wheel drive. In most cases these trails consist of well maintained service roads. Roads are typically wide enough to accommodate passing.
Moderate: While more challenging than the "Easy" rated trails, drivers of all skill levels can enjoy these trails. At this level a stock high clearance four wheel drive vehicle is required. Trails are typically narrow with possible brush that may scratch your vehicle. Passing usually requires backing up.
Difficult: Trails at this rating require a vehicle with increased ground clearance and proper protection. Trails will often require a spotter and should only be attempted by more experienced off road drivers. Most trails at this level require 33" tires and at least one locker is recommended.
Extreme: Trails at this rating require a heavily modified vehicle. At this point you most likely have more dents than lugs on your tires, flops and rollovers are just part of your Sunday drive. Front and rear lockers, at least 35" tires and a winch are highly recommended. "Extreme" rated trails should only be attempted by the most experienced off road drivers.
In Australia we rate our trails similar but then tend to label them all with one simple rating -"fuck yeah send it mate!"
My zr2 came with front and rear lockers. It was one of the selling points. My 1982 FSJ Cherokee has front and rear air lockers. It also has an Altas 4 speed. Honestly, 98% of the time I roll around in 2 wheel drive and low range. But when you 'need' 4wd and lockers there is no substitute. Like Ronny indicated, you can substitute finesse for momentum, it's not often I see someone breaking something because they are being slow and deliberate, it's the folks pressing on the skinny pedal and trying to use momentum that usually break something.
Kia ora Ronnie, great vid, never got the whole diff lock thing, ive got a Jeep WJ and its got the equivalent to 2 limited slip diffs, give her the berries and ive got twin locked, no need to push buttons or pull levers, pull straight off the highway and hard in to it, probably just commented to brag hahaha, nah as i said great vid and good info, cheers bro
If you get stuck on a hill like he did in the beginning with an open diff, apply you’re ebrake slightly without locking the rear and if should shift power to the wheel not turning. It’s not the best route because you’ll wear your pads out, but it will help you get out of tricky situations. Great video man! Love the truck!
Great advice on how and why to use lockers. Two weeks ago I killed my non-lockable front diff because of too much wheel spin and then some sudden traction, the torque ripped parts of the diff out. Getting a lockable front diff now!
I rolled over my 4x4 96 Tacoma then had blown headgasket. Ended up with a 99 Prerunner Tacoma (2wd) 😭..... but the good news... It has the offroad package with the rear locker, that thing is amazing! Very different from a front locker like my 96. And the prerunner seems to accelerate much faster without the extra differential weight, not to forget better towing😉. (Please don't remind me that its not a 4wd😭.)
I agree the rear is the most important. I have TruTracs in the front of my van and so far with ARB in the back it seems to work very well. If I get a front wheel off the ground I need to apply a little brake and it pulls right out of everything I've tested on so far.
Great informative video...defininately answered this newbie's questions. Thanks!
Great explanations and suggestions. This really helped me.
Thanks Ronny. Another great vid. I found that the factory lockers wont work individually...ie when the front locker is selected the rear locker remains engaged.
Hey Ronnie, you should do a video on Automomatic lockers, I would love to get your professional view on them.
I had one in my 2004 ford courier. Brilliant, however, you have to have manual hubs. the front is locked, they will unlock to turn. Cheap under $600. Combined with a rear air locker, can get 90% where the big 4x4's go.
Thank you for you reply !
I dream of off-roading in Aussie one day.
Best Regards
marinermonty no probs mate
Had fun watching the video. A lot of good advice and info. I run selectable lockers both front and rear. I also have a twin stick. So much fun. The great thing about selectable lockers is you can have a bit of fun trying an obstacle open/open but still know you have the option of locking it in and getting down to business. A bit of a tease at the end with the front/rear locker video. I am going to vote 'front' as the way to go. ;)
Cheers Ronny. Wish I had watched this before I went backwards and forwards with both lockers in on a dam bank and worked my way down to the waters edge. Shitting pants when almost took 80k swimming!!
Great video. I like the rear locker and only use the front when really needed on a straightaway.
I order that bull bar,side bars and side steps for my 79 after seeing yours, I did not know that size bar was available (63mm)
I recently got stuck in the mud and snow while off roading, it took me some work and about 15 minutes to get out but I credit my rear locker most.
I got a h3 and 2 high lock and low is optional this video is help full thanks
Very helpful, Thank you.
And the Rear Locker seems like it's used more. So, I'd get that first, if I could only afford one.
Also, when I finally build a gaming PC. It's going to be really fun playing with lockers in Mudrunner, Snowrunner, and BeamNG Drive.
I've got Spartan lockers and love them! Also they can be a little noisy sometimes. I just engage my four-wheel drive and put my front hubs in when I get off-road and they kick in when I need them. Just pretty much forget about them after that until I take it out of 4 wheel drive.
That truck is beast!
Michael S fuck man you should hear that v8 roar on inclines. Amazing
Hi Ronny, great vid. I think you should do a vid explaining types of lockers. Auto lockers, e-lockers mechanical lockers etc. I've heard terrible things about auto lockers and even arb mechanical lockers have had bad things said about them.
Agreed...I'd also like to hear your opinion on each type...
Nothin like driving an old beast with Detroit lockers .. bang.. crash .. tyre squeel . I would doubt the current gen would have enough driving skill to keep it shiny side up. .
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🤣🤣🤣🤣 they would think the world is ending 🤣🤣🤣🤣
@@paulsouth4794 I'm running a Detroit locker. It was the better option for me with a more limited budget. rear only. I've been happy enough with it so far.
@@paulsouth4794 detroit lockers are the best in my opinion
On one of my rigs i have only the rear locker and on the other one both, sometimes it feels like one locker is usless without the other, by the way great video can't wait for the front vs rear video
Cheers for the great video mate.
My first vehicle (94 troopy) came with a rear air locker, you've given me a good understanding on how and when to use it.. Cheers from FNQ
Great instructional video Ronny...Thanks!
I used to lock my rear when I would get stopped, as you demonstrated. My most recent vehicle has mechanical locker rear plus Torsion differential up front. I have not been stopped so far to need to engage the rear locker. I have used the rear locker just to keep it exercised a bit. The Torsion axle seems to be a wonderful thing except for cost.
Interesting comment on front locker being good for IFS vehicles to help protect the CV's. I've always thought a locker increased the strain on the drive train. But it makes sense that anything that keeps it slow and controlled also helps protect the CV's.
We have very few new vehicles here in the US with solid front axles...
rodagoose its the same in AUS now many new vehicles come out with IFS and some with IRS as well... Only Toyota, Landrover and Jeep release front and rear solid axles now. That said an IFS vehicle driven correct can do just as well...
rodagoose I run a Limited Slip LSD on the front of my 1995 Ford Bronco. Auburn Pro LSD up front and Detroit Locker in the rear. A limited slip has some "give" when it comes to strain on axles. You might look into a Detroit Tru Track.
rudedogii thanks for the input, sounds like a nice vehicle/setup. I've got a Nissan Xterra with factory locker in the rear. I know it's not the most "hardcore" vehicle but it's done very well in the mild to medium off-roading I do. I've got a trip planned out to Ouray Colorado this July. Should be a blast!!
I got a Toyota Tacoma now. Does ok with the factory Electronic Traction Control but I would like a rear diff lock and LSD in front. I had a Lock-Rite locker on the front axle of my F-250. Very hard to make a turn with the front locker. Colorado sounds cool. Have a good time!
rudedogii I would suggest going with a locker than can completely disengage on the front axle instead of an LSD. The LSD on the front will make turning very hard on the vehicle and you will forever hear the clicking noise of it trying to engage since it things one of the wheels is slipping.
One con I find is this. I'm the first one up, and then I have to winch the rest of the group or the guy who I overtook on my way.
NO ! NO ! NO ! ........Just keep driving and don’t look back ! 😂
Depending on 4wd I drive a patrol I would go front locker.
😂😂😂 Agreed!
Great explanation thank you mate!!
Another very informative video - Thanks Ronny!
spsingam thanks mate
excellent video and great points about lockers. And who wouldn't want bragging rights at the top of the hill lol. subscribed!
Front or rear? I just picked up my lovely second hand Troopy yesterday with front and rear lockers, and I'm still trying to work out how to get the most out of them. So this video was great to watch.
very useful clear and explicit , thanks .
Great video! Im really glad Toyota came up with A-Trac. Ive been in few situations were atrac was not enough. Would love to put a ARB rear locker on the Runner someday though!
Cool thing with the A-trac is it doesn't care if you install a locker....A-trac just uses the vehicle's traction control, stability control, and ABS system to help control traction loss through braking spinning wheels and using yaw and pitch sensors to figure out what the vehicle is doing in a turn to help keep the vehicle headed in the right direction...it does work but its somewhat limited especially in extreme conditions you can manage to overheat the ABS system and at that point none of those features will work LOL.
Hey mate would love to see a locker brand review and comparison type video love your vids mate keep em coming cheers 👍
Good to see you acknowledged my question...
Love your Australian accent!
Great vid mate, I'm new to 4wd so this helped a lot. Thanks!
Very nice explanation. Thanks.
I love your Cruiser! I wish we had those in America...
Bytor N Snowdog argentina does.!