I've been running ARB diff covers and Lube Lockers on my JK for 3 years; no issues with leaks. I recently removed the rear cover and noticed that small portions of the Lube Locker stuck to my diff housing. I put a small bead of RTV in these areas when re-installing. Given how easy it is to use a drill + wire wheel to remove old RTV, I'm not sure that the Lube Locker is really that much more of a time saver after a few years of deployment. Just thought I would pass that along.
You could save a lot of money by spraying Kerosene from a spray bottle. Its cleans withouth stripping the micro surface lubricants, and when its time to fill will not degrade your gear oil if any leftovers get missed.
Too bad you have stopped JEEP mod videos, because this one on differential covers is the best that I have seen. You even gave good advice on not over torquing the bolts and what to do with the stock e walker wire harness which other videos leave out. I am a novice, no skills, but I think I can pull this off. Now off to look at some of your other JEEP videos...thumbs up and sub.
informative video. Well done! I've heard from some Jeep guys I take seriously that transmission fluid shouldn't be touched either. Anyone else have any thoughts?
Maybe you did this off camera or I missed it, but you’re supposed to check for proper oil level on the dipstick by aligning the old and new covers. Just so you know for sure where it’ll be on the dipstick. This is definitely on my to do list. I love the looks of the ARB.
I think you're supposed to compare the old diff and new and mark the fill level on the dipstick. You don't want to over fill. You'll damage your seals.
Gabe C yea man easy as cake! The dealer has to make money I get it but even if you don’t change the diff covers just changing the fluid is super simple I didn’t even have to jack the jeep up
Lally1083 Lally yea depending on how much you off-road, I think dealer recommends 40k I like to do them at 20-25k but if you doing deep water and such I’d recommend sooner
Joey McClary see I’m on the fence about that, this is the first automatic vehicle I have ever owned so I’m on the fence about it I have heard either always change it or never touch it
Looking up on forums I matched what is the norm for a fully drained dana 44 and went with that plus alittle. Since the arb holds alittle more than the factory cover. The worst case is if you over filled it would leak out of the vent tubes.
Not picking on you, but you don't need a gear lube with a friction modifier unless you have a clutch type LSD. And the Rubicons have open diffs with E lockers. Good vid, though. I like the part where you made sure to break the filler plugs loose first. So many people make the mistake of draining then finding out they can't get the fill plug loose, lol. STRANDED!
25 for the diff cover bolts. Lube Locker and ARB disagree on the value; go with the ARB recommendation, which is based on the torque specs of the BOLTS themselves.
you said you had the air zenith in the SPOD, what does that do? Show your pressure for the compressor? I have the same compressor but I would like a better way to install it than I have now, which is under my seat and a ARB switch on my console.
yep, I know they have to make money. But they are not even regasketing it or anything simply taking off the fill plug and opening the drain plug. unreal for that kind of money.
Nvm, I saw you have not regeared. Pretty stupid to run aftermarket diff covers with stock gears. Lol Do you just want it to look like you regeared? Or are you one of those kids that's gonna lie and say you have regeared when time comes to sale the jeep just to ask more $$. Running those tires you definitely need to regear..unless u just have a fully modified jeep to drive in the damn highway and show off.
No didn’t need to regear for 35s once the 37s get here i will it’s a Rubicon the 4.10s still are fine. Not sure if you noticed in the video i peeled back the front cover and it was leaking on the lower left side which is why i needed new covers ... notice the badges of honor on the side of the jeep.. lol people and their $.02
it depends how much you off road, if you are really going through water crossings and mud and using 4wd a lot I did it every 12k but you can go every 20k safely
No, these do not. You are supposed to make the marks yourself. You hold the dipstick on the outside of the diff cover at the level it would be if the dipstick was actually installed. Eyeball where the oil level should be, and mark the stick at that point.
Christopher Michaelson Chris thankyou! By any chance could you measure your dip sticks and let me know what level you ran? How much fluid did you fill with
yes you just need to verify which axles you have like Dana 30, Dana 44, or Dana 35 the rubicons come with Dana 44's front and rear but ARB makes them for all axles
elchile007 yep you will have the same setup as what I did in the video then you have Dana 44s front and rear and will need to have that metal bracket removed like I did and zip tie the line you’ll be all set
I have changed my gear oil like 3 times already and I only have 4,500 miles but I do it because im always mudding and getting into deep water and Just for precaution I change it very often
$500 to change diff covers and gear oil? For that price, you should be able to get it regeared. Some of these shops are out of control. There's a bunch of shops in NYC that claim to be "Jeep Specialists" now when just a few years ago they were Euro tuner specialists because they know Jeeps have gotten trendier...they probably figure that if you have to come into a shop to do a job my grandmother could do then you must be clueless and try to catch themselves a sucker.
sdguy123 I mean it’s give and take I like to clean everything out that’s in there besides I run synthetic oil back in them I’m very confident they are fine
@@TMogo116 Haha man get the hell outta Florida and move to California. Not the best state but we have 4 seasons 3 terrains, and the baddest ladies on the planet. Oh and we got turns. I used to live there so I know the feeling. Lmfao
@@TMogo116 Palmdale is nice I like LA just don't like the traffic, the bay area is a little better in my opinion. It's expensive though. Hey one of the coolest joyride is riding from La Cañada Flintridge take the 2 to Big Pines, and from Big pines to the 138. Hit a right and stay on on the 138 to Crestline then cross to the 18 and hit a left at the Rim of the World. Circle on the Rim to the 330 hit right and come on down. That's a 4hour wind in the mountains from LA to San Bernadino but the view is amazing. I'm looking forward to a Can-Am Riker next year to to it in. I used to take my Honda on that route when I'd hike in LA.
T Mogo116 You just gotta practice that unique surprise look on your face. Like when your wife catches ya wiping your jeep down with her brand new bathroom towels!! You'll get hang of it
MidnightTV it’s not the paint it’s the thickness it protects and also holds more fluid... if you are looking for color change only that’s a different story...
This is the best lecture I've ever seen. Thank you, buddy.
“That is my weekend toy” lol love that
goonzquad haha 🤙🏻
I've been running ARB diff covers and Lube Lockers on my JK for 3 years; no issues with leaks. I recently removed the rear cover and noticed that small portions of the Lube Locker stuck to my diff housing. I put a small bead of RTV in these areas when re-installing. Given how easy it is to use a drill + wire wheel to remove old RTV, I'm not sure that the Lube Locker is really that much more of a time saver after a few years of deployment. Just thought I would pass that along.
A rubber WIZZER Wheel on an angle grinder air tool works perfectly for cleaning those surfaces.
Just bought the cover for my 44 front. Unfortunately, they don't make one for the 70 rear. I opted for a different company. Great video!
You could save a lot of money by spraying Kerosene from a spray bottle. Its cleans withouth stripping the micro surface lubricants, and when its time to fill will not degrade your gear oil if any leftovers get missed.
feellnfroggy never knew that! Thanks.
Too bad you have stopped JEEP mod videos, because this one on differential covers is the best that I have seen. You even gave good advice on not over torquing the bolts and what to do with the stock e walker wire harness which other videos leave out. I am a novice, no skills, but I think I can pull this off. Now off to look at some of your other JEEP videos...thumbs up and sub.
thanks man that is the goal I know a lot of jobs are intimidating but a few simple tools and you can do most of it yourself.
THIS GUY IS A SERIOUS JEEPER!
Loved the filming of hands on. Especially the time lapse part. Too bad I missed the high lift jacket install and the greasing of tire carrier
Thank you!
Good install this will be my next upgrade once it warms up here in NJ!
Yea yea I like tha camera angle where it shows the whole bike but barely the diff
really was not intentional haha seriously
Great video.... thanks. I may try this on my own when I get my new JL.
Thanks for doing this video hope to see more of your videos. How much for the set of differential ARB COVERS? THANKS
Good detailed video. Definitely will tackle this on my own when it's time.
yeah thanks man! I wanted to show people how easy it was
Great video..! I just ordered a set of ARB for my jeep. It appears we're both in Jersey and sport'in Thin Blue Line stickers.
informative video. Well done! I've heard from some Jeep guys I take seriously that transmission fluid shouldn't be touched either. Anyone else have any thoughts?
Came out beautiful! Looks clean.
Thanks
Excellent instructional video! Thanks for creating and sharing!
Super concise and to the point. Thanks for the trouble. I’m a new subscriber
Maybe you did this off camera or I missed it, but you’re supposed to check for proper oil level on the dipstick by aligning the old and new covers. Just so you know for sure where it’ll be on the dipstick. This is definitely on my to do list. I love the looks of the ARB.
Dennis C I️ did not but I️ read a bunch of installs on forums and recommendations and followed what others have done as well
Great video. I wish you luck on your channel. Subscribed.
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I think you're supposed to compare the old diff and new and mark the fill level on the dipstick. You don't want to over fill. You'll damage your seals.
Yea I went by what is recommended when refilling the stock one. I had no issues
Awesome video! Definitely an upgrade on my list now and you made it look cake!
Gabe C yea man easy as cake! The dealer has to make money I get it but even if you don’t change the diff covers just changing the fluid is super simple I didn’t even have to jack the jeep up
Nice, I like it I will change it once it’s due service thanks for sharing
Lally1083 Lally yea depending on how much you off-road, I think dealer recommends 40k I like to do them at 20-25k but if you doing deep water and such I’d recommend sooner
Will you to a transmission drain & fill video too?
Joey McClary see I’m on the fence about that, this is the first automatic vehicle I have ever owned so I’m on the fence about it I have heard either always change it or never touch it
Great videos! Very helpful and informative. Stunning Jeep! New sub here
GREAT VIDEO, VERY HELPFUL
terry wilbanks thankyou!
“Close your eyes, you dont wanna breath this stuff in” 😂
LMFAO I did not even catch that myself lol I think cause I was inhailing that shit while filming lmao haha you sir win! lol
What's the benefits of doing the cover change from OEM to AFTER MARKET?
Looks sicc bro. I think I found my new mod!!! Keep the videos comin. JeepWave from the 559.
TheGUNNY thanks man! Will do!
Excellent video!!
always make sure ur fill plug come out before anything
How do you know how much gear oil to add in the front and rear? I didn't notice any markings on the dip stick when the gear oil is full.
Looking up on forums I matched what is the norm for a fully drained dana 44 and went with that plus alittle. Since the arb holds alittle more than the factory cover. The worst case is if you over filled it would leak out of the vent tubes.
Is that gray silicone from at 11:37 from the factory or did you crack open the covers previously?
Derek Alexander that’s from factory
thks 'Mogo, Simple things sometimes r 'mind-boggling if u have never done it! Shout OutS to U!... deuces, out!
JAHN BecX yea man exactly
You need to open the diff and clean inside with brake cleaner and brush.
Not picking on you, but you don't need a gear lube with a friction modifier unless you have a clutch type LSD. And the Rubicons have open diffs with E lockers. Good vid, though. I like the part where you made sure to break the filler plugs loose first. So many people make the mistake of draining then finding out they can't get the fill plug loose, lol. STRANDED!
231mac really? I was told always use the friction type with any locker but whatever won’t hurt it
You're right, it won't hurt anything, but you don't need it. And since most syn lubes seem to have it already, why not?
Worin besteht der rote Deckel mit dem schwarzen Deckel. What is teh Red Lid with teh Black Lid ?
cool video bro very helpful
Beast srt Shameer thanks man! More to come!
T Mogo116 cool looking forward to it , have a bless new year
I have a 2015 Nissan Frontier with a leveling kit and im really wanting to mod it up but I don't know where to start. Can you help me out?
I never owned one so I am not too sure, what I suggest to everyone, take it offroad stock and see what it is capable of and build from there.
Fantastic video mate, would the brake spray you used on your diff affect the diff in any way? Could it harm the car itself?
Nadz I wouldn’t spray it right onto the paint but using it how I did had no bad effects
Nadz I wouldn’t spray it right onto the paint but using it how I did had no bad effects
Oh yeah I see, ill give the brake spray a try and did you wash it out with water ?after you sprayed the brake spray? Or just waited for it to dry up
no I didnt just let it air dry and wipe it down with a rag
the smell of Victory! LoL
Nice video. Have you confirmed the torque specs for the diff bolts and drain plug?
Joey McClary yes I believe the full plug is 25 and the bolts on cover are 20
25 for the diff cover bolts. Lube Locker and ARB disagree on the value; go with the ARB recommendation, which is based on the torque specs of the BOLTS themselves.
can you give me a link the ARB fitting you showed?
arbusa.com
you said you had the air zenith in the SPOD, what does that do? Show your pressure for the compressor? I have the same compressor but I would like a better way to install it than I have now, which is under my seat and a ARB switch on my console.
I am going to mount mine under the hood and run a tank in the back of the jeep in the up coming videos.
yep your buddy is right that's what they were gonna charge me too i was like whhaat!
yep, I know they have to make money. But they are not even regasketing it or anything simply taking off the fill plug and opening the drain plug. unreal for that kind of money.
So you just fill it until it pours out from fill plug ?
So have you regeared? If so what gears and why didn't you change covers when regeared?
Nvm, I saw you have not regeared. Pretty stupid to run aftermarket diff covers with stock gears. Lol Do you just want it to look like you regeared? Or are you one of those kids that's gonna lie and say you have regeared when time comes to sale the jeep just to ask more $$. Running those tires you definitely need to regear..unless u just have a fully modified jeep to drive in the damn highway and show off.
No I️ didn’t yet not till the 37s get here
No didn’t need to regear for 35s once the 37s get here i will it’s a Rubicon the 4.10s still are fine. Not sure if you noticed in the video i peeled back the front cover and it was leaking on the lower left side which is why i needed new covers ... notice the badges of honor on the side of the jeep.. lol people and their $.02
Diff covers aren't there to state what gears you have, they are to protect your gears smart guy. lmfao
Spinrb8 lmao thank you!
how many mile till you should change the fluid ?
it depends how much you off road, if you are really going through water crossings and mud and using 4wd a lot I did it every 12k but you can go every 20k safely
Bro nice video
Cholu Fuentes thanks bro
That Ducati !!!
Peacemaker haha thanks actually thinking about selling it I don’t ride as much as I like
! wait with decision until spring come and winter depression goes away ;) :P
Good video. I too have the ARB diff covers D30 and D44 on my 2010 JKU. They certainly look the part when on and serve a good purpose ;)
falcidi hey question I used to have arb diff covers on my TJ back then the dipstick had lines on it these new ones do not. Do yours have lines on em?
No, these do not. You are supposed to make the marks yourself. You hold the dipstick on the outside of the diff cover at the level it would be if the dipstick was actually installed. Eyeball where the oil level should be, and mark the stick at that point.
Christopher Michaelson Chris thankyou! By any chance could you measure your dip sticks and let me know what level you ran? How much fluid did you fill with
falcidi so you just have covers or did you regear?
Great video...thanks, Sub'd!
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Can you use this cover for a jeep 2017?
yes you just need to verify which axles you have like Dana 30, Dana 44, or Dana 35 the rubicons come with Dana 44's front and rear but ARB makes them for all axles
T Mogo116 thanks for the reply. I have a Rubicon, so that means Dana 44's. Keep up with the awesome vids.
elchile007 yep you will have the same setup as what I did in the video then you have Dana 44s front and rear and will need to have that metal bracket removed like I did and zip tie the line you’ll be all set
T Mogo116 awesome. Thanks again.
Is that arb steel or cast metal?
I think it is cast
It's Nodular Iron
What fenders r those
John Pileski Aries
Front bumper ?
Thomas Botts it is the stock Hardrock bumper with the end caps removed and a Maximus 3 stinger
Amazing video, I think its time to Change my Gear oil lol
OFF ROAD N Chill yeah this was under 30k usually I do 20-25k but was slacking if your not changing the covers it’s a 10 minute job
I have changed my gear oil like 3 times already and I only have 4,500 miles but I do it because im always mudding and getting into deep water and Just for precaution I change it very often
OFF ROAD N Chill yeah man this is the darkest I have ever seen 😮 I was expecting the front fluid to drop clear but just as dark
$500 to change diff covers and gear oil? For that price, you should be able to get it regeared. Some of these shops are out of control. There's a bunch of shops in NYC that claim to be "Jeep Specialists" now when just a few years ago they were Euro tuner specialists because they know Jeeps have gotten trendier...they probably figure that if you have to come into a shop to do a job my grandmother could do then you must be clueless and try to catch themselves a sucker.
Bro thanks
Hi amigo your user superchips programmer that brand
it is a pedal commander
Dude, there's really no reason to dry the metal out so much like that.Bearings and metal love oil!
sdguy123 I mean it’s give and take I like to clean everything out that’s in there besides I run synthetic oil back in them I’m very confident they are fine
Shouldn't your Ducati be your weekend toy? Hahaha
lol sometimes! But now living in FL its boring no turns!
@@TMogo116 Haha man get the hell outta Florida and move to California. Not the best state but we have 4 seasons 3 terrains, and the baddest ladies on the planet. Oh and we got turns. I used to live there so I know the feeling. Lmfao
@@jamman7344 haha! It is an option! We have family in Palmdale we thought about it!
@@TMogo116 Palmdale is nice I like LA just don't like the traffic, the bay area is a little better in my opinion. It's expensive though. Hey one of the coolest joyride is riding from La Cañada Flintridge take the 2 to Big Pines, and from Big pines to the 138. Hit a right and stay on on the 138 to Crestline then cross to the 18 and hit a left at the Rim of the World. Circle on the Rim to the 330 hit right and come on down. That's a 4hour wind in the mountains from LA to San Bernadino but the view is amazing. I'm looking forward to a Can-Am Riker next year to to it in. I used to take my Honda on that route when I'd hike in LA.
BTW nice DUC.....show-off!! Lol
lol It really was not intentional when I set up the camera angle I saw it and was like oh, well Ill point at it lol
Good job. It's ok to wipe your hands on your pants. But when your wife notice oil on your pants just act surprised
LMAO I was gonna say my wife will beat me
T Mogo116 You just gotta practice that unique surprise look on your face. Like when your wife catches ya wiping your jeep down with her brand new bathroom towels!! You'll get hang of it
Video got little boring. My suggestion is change one on camera and second off camera.
interesting
1 quart and one third instead of simply 1,2L... I realy dont understand US measurment masochism.
Xx
Thanks?
It’s funny that you guys would spend 100s on covers and you can buy a paint can and pain your old one
MidnightTV it’s not the paint it’s the thickness it protects and also holds more fluid... if you are looking for color change only that’s a different story...