That weird noise was the locker popping open after the initial acceleration for the turn. Auto lockers have a "learning to drive with them" period. Once you figure it out you can avoid that from happening for the most part. If you notice how they are made the carrier pin rides in "cups" on the locker assembly. These cups with both halves together don't make a circle, but more of an oval shape. This allows the inner gear of the locker to ramp up the oval shape of the cup against the pin to force the gears together. With torque applied they will be locked unless they're broken. When little or no torque is applied then only springs hold the gears meshed. Which allows one wheel ratchet/to spin faster than the drivetrain, but it will never allow one wheel to spin slower than the drivetrain. It is best when taking off abruptly to do so in a straight line, even if it's just a couple feet, when on pavement. After gaining forward momentum then ease back the power a bit and turn normally. I give myself typically 3-4 ft before a turn in certain situations to achieve this. I have a 98 TJ sport 5 speed with front and rear Lokka lockers. For the front I recommend getting the locking hub conversion to disconnect the front when not in use if on pavement a lot. With both axles locked and the top down and doors off it's quite click-clackety lol. A thick machined aluminum diff cover/brace helps some to quiet it down, as well as thicker oil depending on your driving habits or needs.
@@djrodriguez6582 It depends... if in 2wd and your front driveshaft spins while driving then you will always hear the clicking/ratchet noise when making sharp turns. The vehicle would need to have unlockable hubs or a front axle disconnect that stops the front driveshaft from spinning for it to be completely quiet. That said though, if your front driveshaft spins while driving in 2wd and you have a lunchbox style locker then you shouldn't hear the loud bang of engagement or disengagement under load since there shouldn't be any load other than the force needed to freely spin the driveshaft and gearset, so you should only hear the slight ratcheting noise.
the loud clang was because it was inbetween gears or spines not sure what to call them, my Detroit lockers did it all the time, completely normal. when I first heard it I thought I was losing a rear end haha
You're right on the money. There's a slight degree of milling to each spline, that's supposed to let the locker rotate when not under pressure. What the driver heard was either it locking or un-locking but what would of helped more than anything was video of the tires. What your vehicle is fighting is its predisposed open differential wanting the inner tire to turn faster than the outer tire and the locker (mid lock) is not allowing this to happen and that force (inner tire wanting to spin faster) is making the locker splines jump - hence the big "clang."
You are correct in your thinking except which tire is trying to rotate faster. The inner wheel and tire is going to rotate slower because it has a smaller distance to travel. Just think about the paths that both have to take.
Autolockers are almost half the price of a selective diff locker, but the downside is the clicking noise when you turn. This is the locker open, avoiding the engage. Basically, think of a ratchet when you are tightening a bolt: when you twist it the opposite way of the lock, you get the open drag click. Same thing here.
My locking rear diff in my '08 Silverado sometimes makes a clanging noise, especially if there's any sand or other debris on the pavement. Form what i read that diff is called an Eaton G80 and is a real locker, not a limited slip.
It truely depends on the type of vehicle. I have a k2500 chevy 454 and I dont hear it at all even from the outside. I rarely get those clanks. but they do happen.
Bring on the clicks clanks & clunks mine is going in soon & I don't care I want my locker lol , I bet ppl in parking lots etc react like something is breaking lol
most people that want to add a locker already drive a 4x4 and want more traction. "atrac" is stupid and a spartan locker is a "rear locker" option ....
sorry if i offended you, but i still stand by what i said ! maybe you are unaware of how these things work or how they differ from one another. you are right (if the system is functioning correctly) it is better that than a 4x4 with no lockers or traction device. the reason i do not like Atrac (traction control) is because it is a computer and sensor based technology and will never be a dependable or as cheap to maintain/replace as a mechanical locker and you lose 50% of your power while causing extra wear and tear to your vehicle. the down fall of this system is 50% of the power will go to the wheel with traction, the other 50% will be dissipated as heat in the brake of the other wheel. This is because, with the open differential, the torque is always split 50/50. To get torque (thus power) to the wheel with traction to the ground you need the same torque on the other side of the open differential to be supplied by the brake. This is why lockers are better. With a locker 100% of the engine power will go to traction instead of only 50% of the power being used and the other 50% being wasted in wearing down your brake pads and overheating rotors.
So i just installed a powertrax no slip in the rear of my k2500. I don't hear any clicks or clanks at all. It drives normal. Only time I notice it if I half throttle the gas in a corner. Also something strange occurred. I could barley spin one tire with open diffs. Now I can roast the tires with 1/4 to 3/8 throttle. It made burnouts easier. It works well in a 90s k2500.
That weird. Clank! Is something happens with my Jeep! I purchased a Jeep xj 5speed for winter driving and never paid any attention to the possibility of it having rear/ front lockers. The wheels hopped during sharp turns. Loud bang/clank from stop to go acceleration. I’ve tried to chase this sound. Thinking axle wrap I’ve installed leaf helper springs to help and didn’t hear for awhile and heard again today. I’ve changed out the whole front end suspension, fluids and gotten some body work but this sound always stood. I lifted the tires and notice both spin! Wondering how safe these lockers are for daily driving. My rear diff makes a winding noise in reverse sometimes* how are they on snow? Been hearing conflicting stories about them... will be bummed if they are a death trap considering this was suppose to be my winter daily. Also, will the wheel hop damage any diff or axle components? Should I consider doing a diff fluid change? Can I engage in 4hi with these lockers? Thanks for any answers. I’m brand new to any 4x4 vehicles.
That loud pop is occurring from the differential locking as what he has is an open differential, lockers prevent the inside tire from spinning slower and the outside from spinning faster creating a locking pop to the system which can happen and for some doesn’t happen at all, it’s one of those things ig
I have an Aussie locker in the front diff on a Dana 30, when I put the jeep in 4 wheel it's like the steering wheel is trying to have an arm wrestling match with me and the jeeps front end starts making hellacious noises. WTF is up with this??
It's all normal noise. the loud "clunk" was becuase the locker was either in a bind, or, more likely, had already begun to ratchet as you stopped. And then jumped a tooth or two as you started off. It's easy to verify, the "clunk" should only happen if you start a turn, and then stop.
Could you install this on a 4runner that didn't come with the original locking diff? The one that has a different gear ratio and 3rd member? I want to install a locker on my 4runner, but the factory locker sounds like too much of a commitment for the one I have. Thanks!
I'm going to put one in the front of my Wrangler JK. I hear that since it's always locked when torque is applied, you don't even know it's there in 2WD, which I will be 99% of the time. The jeep came with an LSD rear.
The loud clanks are normal, most people put auto lockers in their front axle if they are daily driving their rigs so it doesn't happen all the time. What's happening with yours is its locking then unlocking because it's in the main drive axle. When you have the locker in the front it only locks when you engage 4x4 it does sometimes clank and catch when you're in 2wd but other than that drives like normal on road.
I have a spartan auto locker in my front axle and my rear axle is open differential, so if you want a locker in the rear but don't want the noise get an E-switch or air locker.
First time i hear this in my rear Samurai axel i think "now its broken" lol! I use a Lock Right in my second Suzuki (Vitara Automatic)) with no bang in 6 years ,only a light ticking in corners. My Spartan is even quiter with a bit more momentum (gas) in corners ,if i push the clutch it bangs more often and the car jumps and hop on his tires.I hope the loud bang come quiter with more miles on it.
I am on the fence after hearing that. I know letting off the gas in corners is supposed to unlock it but I drive some twisty roads that you have to keep on the gas. I am nervous that a rapid lock or unlock would cause a spin on ice for me. I have never had issues with my kazuma limited slip in my tundra. Ii guess I need to research more. Thanks for the video.
There's a loud clunk (pop) on track 1:40, that scared the hell out of me. Is that noise always gonna be that loud every time you make that type of turn? Ratchet sound maybe can get used to it but that loud (pop) makes me think twice....
The only way to avoid loud pops and bangs is wide turns. No u turns in residential street. Best to go to end of street make the swoop and then park. The tighter the turn the more pop also tire size and pressure also affect this. If your really wide it will be louder and if tires are low vs correct pressure it wil lil pop the lower the pressure due to grip.
I have a locker on my 93 foxbody mustang. It is much quieter than this sound. I only hear a slight clunk when cornering and going from D to R (auto). Sometimes a big clunk when WOT but thats okay because it sounds boss.
sounds all good to me. the reason it made so much noise was becuase it had to unlock while you where on the gas on that one corner. notice how when you coasted into the cul d sac it was peacful and quite? it unlocked while coasting and then carried on unlocked. it will always make more noise when its under torque and forced to open up.
I have a Detroit locker in my 91 Toyota pickup. Rear. Every once in a while it bangs. Scares hell out of me. But no problems after 7 years. Other than the pinion nut came loose and i lost the preload. Just had to buy a new nut and reset.
I just put on a lokka in my front d30. I did the spin test so it was all fine. I took it for a spin the other day in snow and i got nervous. I said thats it now i have a diff full of metal flakes lol. I tried letting the clutch out in 4wd high and spun the tires wow all i can hear is bang pop crunch. I hope its normal. It was like it was slipping. Ill use it until it explodes haha
A Detroit is not a lunch box locker like this one. Sure it is an Automatic locker, but it is a more complex design. This locker can be had easily for under $300, whereas a Detroit is north of $600
completely normal. if it wasn't doing that it would be bad (probably broken) the Detroit TrueTracs offered for pretty much every Toyota live axle are completely silent. they don't wear out. they don't wear tires. they don't need gear lube with friction additives but they also don't completely lock up so they aren't that great for offroading. probably just good for snow but thats about it. and they're expensive. i think i might get one to replace my open diff since i only drive on the street and have trouble keeping my tires from breaking loose. (it always seems to be the right side since the heavy gas tank and i both sit on the right) if anyone has a better suggestion reply
I also have a Spartan Locker installed on my 98 4runner. Too noisy and harsh! Mine makes even more noise than this one. I'm In the process of rebuilding my spare rear end and will be adding a MK3 Supra LSD instead.
What is the durability of these things my going to get 50 thousand hundred thousand two hundred thousand what I would probably be driving normal road conditions not doing too much off roading
hey man, where did you get your locker? I'm trying to find one for the rear and I found one from marlin crawler but that supposedly only fits the front diff?
Ronald Baker The only thing mine will do is lock up on me when im turning and hit the gas a little harder than gentle... Then my tires start squealing, which i expect to happen... But no popping...
You think that is bad! mine shakes the whole truck when it pops. people are always like holly shit you broke something! sometimes i feel i did, then i take the cover off and it looks fine no wear marks nothing.. but fresh oil does help keep it down a little on the noise. I went with a spartan VS spool to save tires and hopefully not break a shaft. i have been running mine on ford 8.8 on 37's tires for 3 years and no issues, but on trails and in town it makes some horrible noises!
I put Lock Right's in my pickup and not only is the clicking and popping normal (the owner's manual from Power Trax said to expect it), but the popping on mine can sound like the gears just broke but it's only happened about four times in four years. The clicking while cornering is much less noticeable on mine, but the popping is much, much worse.
Do u still have the locker. I just installed a spartan. Got tired of one tire burnouts. Installed locker was a challenge as i haven't played with differentials since college so ten years but i got it after about 4 hours or work. I didnt think it would take that long but installing the c clips turned out to be a real challenge. But after locker install the truck did the best burnout i have ever done. Very satisfied
@ cf mechanic hell yeah! I'm in the same boat as you ,I have a turbo 2rz Tacoma with a open diff and I'm also tired of one tire fire burnouts lol im installing my Spartan rear diff locker as we speak..
The Spartan locker is a drop in replacement for the spider gears. This video is just showing the normal noises associated with an automatic mechanical locker.
That weird noise was the locker popping open after the initial acceleration for the turn. Auto lockers have a "learning to drive with them" period. Once you figure it out you can avoid that from happening for the most part. If you notice how they are made the carrier pin rides in "cups" on the locker assembly. These cups with both halves together don't make a circle, but more of an oval shape. This allows the inner gear of the locker to ramp up the oval shape of the cup against the pin to force the gears together. With torque applied they will be locked unless they're broken. When little or no torque is applied then only springs hold the gears meshed. Which allows one wheel ratchet/to spin faster than the drivetrain, but it will never allow one wheel to spin slower than the drivetrain. It is best when taking off abruptly to do so in a straight line, even if it's just a couple feet, when on pavement. After gaining forward momentum then ease back the power a bit and turn normally. I give myself typically 3-4 ft before a turn in certain situations to achieve this. I have a 98 TJ sport 5 speed with front and rear Lokka lockers. For the front I recommend getting the locking hub conversion to disconnect the front when not in use if on pavement a lot. With both axles locked and the top down and doors off it's quite click-clackety lol. A thick machined aluminum diff cover/brace helps some to quiet it down, as well as thicker oil depending on your driving habits or needs.
Yeah just put a spartan and 5.29s in my rear end and it only took about a day to figure out. It'll pop on u turns and parking but that's about it
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does this clicking and banging happen in front auto-lockers when the vehicle is in 2wd?
@@djrodriguez6582 It depends... if in 2wd and your front driveshaft spins while driving then you will always hear the clicking/ratchet noise when making sharp turns. The vehicle would need to have unlockable hubs or a front axle disconnect that stops the front driveshaft from spinning for it to be completely quiet. That said though, if your front driveshaft spins while driving in 2wd and you have a lunchbox style locker then you shouldn't hear the loud bang of engagement or disengagement under load since there shouldn't be any load other than the force needed to freely spin the driveshaft and gearset, so you should only hear the slight ratcheting noise.
the loud clang was because it was inbetween gears or spines not sure what to call them, my Detroit lockers did it all the time, completely normal. when I first heard it I thought I was losing a rear end haha
You're right on the money. There's a slight degree of milling to each spline, that's supposed to let the locker rotate when not under pressure. What the driver heard was either it locking or un-locking but what would of helped more than anything was video of the tires. What your vehicle is fighting is its predisposed open differential wanting the inner tire to turn faster than the outer tire and the locker (mid lock) is not allowing this to happen and that force (inner tire wanting to spin faster) is making the locker splines jump - hence the big "clang."
You are correct in your thinking except which tire is trying to rotate faster. The inner wheel and tire is going to rotate slower because it has a smaller distance to travel. Just think about the paths that both have to take.
I know I'm beating a dead horse but this video helped me out all these years later 🤙 similar sounds in my 98 4runner and just confirming it's normal 👍
Autolockers are almost half the price of a selective diff locker, but the downside is the clicking noise when you turn. This is the locker open, avoiding the engage. Basically, think of a ratchet when you are tightening a bolt: when you twist it the opposite way of the lock, you get the open drag click. Same thing here.
I hardly notice it, that's how used to it I am. You get used to driving with it and get to were to never hardly pop it. I highly recommend it.
My locking rear diff in my '08 Silverado sometimes makes a clanging noise, especially if there's any sand or other debris on the pavement. Form what i read that diff is called an Eaton G80 and is a real locker, not a limited slip.
Turn signal bulb changing time LOL!
That is normal, I hear/feel that occasionally. That is common with automatic lockers.
I just ordered mine yesterday! I can't wait to install and go climb over stuff!!
It truely depends on the type of vehicle. I have a k2500 chevy 454 and I dont hear it at all even from the outside. I rarely get those clanks. but they do happen.
Bring on the clicks clanks & clunks mine is going in soon & I don't care I want my locker lol , I bet ppl in parking lots etc react like something is breaking lol
I've got an Aussie in my 4runner... same clicks and clacks and dirty looks from people who think I'm some idiot driving around with a broken axle. :)
most people that want to add a locker already drive a 4x4 and want more traction.
"atrac" is stupid and a spartan locker is a "rear locker" option ....
sorry if i offended you, but i still stand by what i said ! maybe you are unaware of how these things work or how they differ from one another.
you are right (if the system is functioning correctly) it is better that than a 4x4 with no lockers or traction device.
the reason i do not like Atrac (traction control) is because it is a computer and sensor based technology and will never be a dependable or as cheap to maintain/replace as a mechanical locker and you lose 50% of your power while causing extra wear and tear to your vehicle.
the down fall of this system is 50% of the power will go to the wheel with traction, the other 50% will be dissipated as heat in the brake of the other wheel. This is because, with the open differential, the torque is always split 50/50. To get torque (thus power) to the wheel with traction to the ground you need the same torque on the other side of the open differential to be supplied by the brake.
This is why lockers are better. With a locker 100% of the engine power will go to traction instead of only 50% of the power being used and the other 50% being wasted in wearing down your brake pads and overheating rotors.
man you toyota boys are always so sensitive and take negative comments about toyota products so personally. like i said sorry if i have offended you
So i just installed a powertrax no slip in the rear of my k2500. I don't hear any clicks or clanks at all. It drives normal. Only time I notice it if I half throttle the gas in a corner. Also something strange occurred. I could barley spin one tire with open diffs. Now I can roast the tires with 1/4 to 3/8 throttle. It made burnouts easier. It works well in a 90s k2500.
Installed one in my 91 explorer 8.8 it clicks but has never banged. Works amazing off road. Sanddunes/ rocks/ mudd.
After hearing how loud yours
is I'm not worried a bit......
I was just about to buy until this
its a designed feature. slight clicking. but get em off road and hit sand or loose pebbles that would stop a lim slip and these things shine.
Same...
For the record, that is completely normal for these lockers. Any lunchbox style locker like this is gonna do the exact same thing.
That weird. Clank! Is something happens with my Jeep! I purchased a Jeep xj 5speed for winter driving and never paid any attention to the possibility of it having rear/ front lockers. The wheels hopped during sharp turns. Loud bang/clank from stop to go acceleration. I’ve tried to chase this sound. Thinking axle wrap I’ve installed leaf helper springs to help and didn’t hear for awhile and heard again today. I’ve changed out the whole front end suspension, fluids and gotten some body work but this sound always stood. I lifted the tires and notice both spin! Wondering how safe these lockers are for daily driving. My rear diff makes a winding noise in reverse sometimes* how are they on snow? Been hearing conflicting stories about them... will be bummed if they are a death trap considering this was suppose to be my winter daily. Also, will the wheel hop damage any diff or axle components? Should I consider doing a diff fluid change? Can I engage in 4hi with these lockers? Thanks for any answers. I’m brand new to any 4x4 vehicles.
That loud pop is occurring from the differential locking as what he has is an open differential, lockers prevent the inside tire from spinning slower and the outside from spinning faster creating a locking pop to the system which can happen and for some doesn’t happen at all, it’s one of those things ig
If that noise concerns or bothers you, You can still buy air lockers
I have an Aussie locker in the front diff on a Dana 30, when I put the jeep in 4 wheel it's like the steering wheel is trying to have an arm wrestling match with me and the jeeps front end starts making hellacious noises. WTF is up with this??
It's all normal noise. the loud "clunk" was becuase the locker was either in a bind, or, more likely, had already begun to ratchet as you stopped. And then jumped a tooth or two as you started off. It's easy to verify, the "clunk" should only happen if you start a turn, and then stop.
excellent information. Thank you!
Could you install this on a 4runner that didn't come with the original locking diff? The one that has a different gear ratio and 3rd member? I want to install a locker on my 4runner, but the factory locker sounds like too much of a commitment for the one I have. Thanks!
Is this the sl tv6-30? I'm looking to get one
I'm going to put one in the front of my Wrangler JK. I hear that since it's always locked when torque is applied, you don't even know it's there in 2WD, which I will be 99% of the time. The jeep came with an LSD rear.
The loud clanks are normal, most people put auto lockers in their front axle if they are daily driving their rigs so it doesn't happen all the time. What's happening with yours is its locking then unlocking because it's in the main drive axle. When you have the locker in the front it only locks when you engage 4x4 it does sometimes clank and catch when you're in 2wd but other than that drives like normal on road.
I have a spartan auto locker in my front axle and my rear axle is open differential, so if you want a locker in the rear but don't want the noise get an E-switch or air locker.
First time i hear this in my rear Samurai axel i think "now its broken" lol! I use a Lock Right in my second Suzuki (Vitara Automatic)) with no bang in 6 years ,only a light ticking in corners. My Spartan is even quiter with a bit more momentum (gas) in corners ,if i push the clutch it bangs more often and the car jumps and hop on his tires.I hope the loud bang come quiter with more miles on it.
crawlervideo that's just what a locker does dude.
I am on the fence after hearing that. I know letting off the gas in corners is supposed to unlock it but I drive some twisty roads that you have to keep on the gas. I am nervous that a rapid lock or unlock would cause a spin on ice for me. I have never had issues with my kazuma limited slip in my tundra. Ii guess I need to research more. Thanks for the video.
Hi, did you end up getting this locker? If so, how did it go for you?
I want to know too, did you get it? How was it?
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Make sure your tyre pressure is the same both sides and if fitted to the front put free wheeling hubs on and in gage when needed
There's a loud clunk (pop) on track 1:40, that scared the hell out of me. Is that noise always gonna be that loud every time you make that type of turn? Ratchet sound maybe can get used to it but that loud (pop) makes me think twice....
The only way to avoid loud pops and bangs is wide turns. No u turns in residential street. Best to go to end of street make the swoop and then park. The tighter the turn the more pop also tire size and pressure also affect this. If your really wide it will be louder and if tires are low vs correct pressure it wil lil pop the lower the pressure due to grip.
I have a locker on my 93 foxbody mustang. It is much quieter than this sound. I only hear a slight clunk when cornering and going from D to R (auto). Sometimes a big clunk when WOT but thats okay because it sounds boss.
normal. just try not to give it power going around corners if u want to avoid it,
Normal.. Its a Spartan "ratchet locker"... ratchets around turns so your axles don't bind and cause tire chirp..
I wanted to get the Spartan for my front locker I have a rear spool dd but I really don't wanna hear shit like that every turn any ideas?
sounds all good to me. the reason it made so much noise was becuase it had to unlock while you where on the gas on that one corner. notice how when you coasted into the cul d sac it was peacful and quite? it unlocked while coasting and then carried on unlocked. it will always make more noise when its under torque and forced to open up.
did you ever figure out exactly what the loud bang was? I'm told it's certainly not normal, and mine (fresh install) is doing the same.
How is it to live with doing daily driving? Thinking about getting one on my rig.
I have a Detroit locker in my 91 Toyota pickup. Rear. Every once in a while it bangs. Scares hell out of me. But no problems after 7 years. Other than the pinion nut came loose and i lost the preload. Just had to buy a new nut and reset.
I’m getting a d44a Aussie lunchbox locker for my Jeep Zj and wondering if it’ll pop as loud
hey what gear oil did you use?
Hi...i was wondering how is the steering when in 4wd? And in 2wd? Do you wheel a lot? Have you snap a cv axle yet?
This is definitely a possibility with a locker.
I just put on a lokka in my front d30. I did the spin test so it was all fine. I took it for a spin the other day in snow and i got nervous. I said thats it now i have a diff full of metal flakes lol. I tried letting the clutch out in 4wd high and spun the tires wow all i can hear is bang pop crunch. I hope its normal. It was like it was slipping. Ill use it until it explodes haha
That sounds like a hell
@@thehulkamaniabrother2.089 it exploded. The axle tubes were bent from welding and it wasnt engaging fully causing the pins to crack the cam gears
@@FarmRoadBilt yeah I'm not gonna get one. I think the torsen differential is gonna be the best way to go really...
@@FarmRoadBilt I love how everyone is commenting that it's normal for a rear end to make a loud banging noise lmfao wtf
A Detroit is not a lunch box locker like this one. Sure it is an Automatic locker, but it is a more complex design. This locker can be had easily for under $300, whereas a Detroit is north of $600
Got 97 4R too. spartan locker in rear, same noise.. soo annoying but makes lot of difference off road..
Has it quieted down since making this vid?
In my experience they get louder with wear. But I'm using mine in a street truck have about a years of use on it.
completely normal. if it wasn't doing that it would be bad (probably broken) the Detroit TrueTracs offered for pretty much every Toyota live axle are completely silent. they don't wear out. they don't wear tires. they don't need gear lube with friction additives but they also don't completely lock up so they aren't that great for offroading. probably just good for snow but thats about it. and they're expensive. i think i might get one to replace my open diff since i only drive on the street and have trouble keeping my tires from breaking loose. (it always seems to be the right side since the heavy gas tank and i both sit on the right) if anyone has a better suggestion reply
Did the locker hold up or ever seem to get quieter
I also have a Spartan Locker installed on my 98 4runner. Too noisy and harsh! Mine makes even more noise than this one. I'm In the process of rebuilding my spare rear end and will be adding a MK3 Supra LSD instead.
Yup I'm not gonna get one of these...I'll just weld it solid lolz. Like Jesse James eh.sweet
No way in hell, I'll be driving with all that sounds!
cebuanoz perfectly normal
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Run open headers or big subs .. you'll never notice the clicking.
What is the durability of these things my going to get 50 thousand hundred thousand two hundred thousand what I would probably be driving normal road conditions not doing too much off roading
The locker is in the rear right? And not the front ? Open front?
hey man, where did you get your locker? I'm trying to find one for the rear and I found one from marlin crawler but that supposedly only fits the front diff?
Sam Bishop visit powertrax or look up lunchbox lockers for your axle model
I would also suggest a spartan. Simple and easy to do at home seems like they rarely fail. Usually failure is related to poor instalation
I have not had one pop yet... Did you install with thrust washers? I know that if you do with the spartans youll get the pops...
KEITH mine does it installed today how do I fix it
Ronald Baker Make sure the thrust washers are not installed from the other gears you removed...
Ronald Baker Also what kind of truck are you working with?
Ronald Baker The only thing mine will do is lock up on me when im turning and hit the gas a little harder than gentle... Then my tires start squealing, which i expect to happen... But no popping...
@@ronaldbaker4074 - Uninstall it.
You think that is bad! mine shakes the whole truck when it pops. people are always like holly shit you broke something! sometimes i feel i did, then i take the cover off and it looks fine no wear marks nothing.. but fresh oil does help keep it down a little on the noise. I went with a spartan VS spool to save tires and hopefully not break a shaft. i have been running mine on ford 8.8 on 37's tires for 3 years and no issues, but on trails and in town it makes some horrible noises!
I put Lock Right's in my pickup and not only is the clicking and popping normal (the owner's manual from Power Trax said to expect it), but the popping on mine can sound like the gears just broke but it's only happened about four times in four years. The clicking while cornering is much less noticeable on mine, but the popping is much, much worse.
PS: Think you've got a blinker out. :)
Low blinker fluid level.
After a few months of driving, all is good still.
Do u still have the locker. I just installed a spartan. Got tired of one tire burnouts. Installed locker was a challenge as i haven't played with differentials since college so ten years but i got it after about 4 hours or work. I didnt think it would take that long but installing the c clips turned out to be a real challenge. But after locker install the truck did the best burnout i have ever done. Very satisfied
@ cf mechanic hell yeah! I'm in the same boat as you ,I have a turbo 2rz Tacoma with a open diff and I'm also tired of one tire fire burnouts lol im installing my Spartan rear diff locker as we speak..
Hey im trying to order one wher do i go to find one how do i go about it to buy one
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I got a Detroit locker and I DD it nothing like that at all very quiet Ive had that Detroit for a year already so far I only heard it pop 2 times
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Thank you for this video. Was it upfront or rear. How reliable is it?
That's all normal. Don't want the noise? Then don't install a real locker.
Hi kolby
u joint or spider gears I think spider hear my truck did that
The Spartan locker is a drop in replacement for the spider gears. This video is just showing the normal noises associated with an automatic mechanical locker.
no prob!
Thats annoying.lol if i had a dedicated trail rig i wouldnt care, but a daily driver? Ugh
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Something is wrong!
1:52 Oh Fuck! That didn't sound good.
i prefer my OX lockers
I just installed a LOKKA which is the same design on my Prado. Much better result:
th-cam.com/video/yO1oMuxRRmo/w-d-xo.html
Sounds Terrible I'm going ARB AIR LOCKER
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Sure and spend $1500 for 1 axle ?
Spartan lockers are shit.
Nuff Said.
Syrus54 spartan lockers are awesome
xXxGnuVirusxXx So Wrong, on So Many Levels.
care to explain