Selectable locker

[C85D4x4]

Im wanting to get a selectable lockers and im just want to know all of your opinions.

from choosing between the ARB and OX, I think im going with the OX
b/c i really dont want to deal with hearing a air compressor or the working with the wiring

BUT I never hear anyone talk about the OX here
what do you all think about it?

 

[XJVenom]

What type of axle will you be installing the locker in?

If you're running a Dana 44 and you're worried about compressor issues with the ARB, I would definitely recommend going with a Eaton E-Locker. They're very quiet (too quiet to hear engage) and electronic so no need to mess with hoses or cables. The wiring is quite simple to install. I'm currently running one in my D44 rear with 4.56 gears and 32" tires. I've been very pleased with the performance.

 

[C85D4x4]

i have a 8.25 in rear and d30 in the front with 32s

 

[motorcityxj]

I have been to busy to look at any 4x4 mags, to many 12-14 hour days starting my own business. So MAAAAAYBE OX is still around in some various incarnation, or someone else bought their product line and name. I read on PIRATE they went belly up a few months ago.

 

[John D]

I have an OX, bought it from Randy's...it is still called an OX. I love it, used it at the Badlands and Silver Lake sand dunes. Both places were with great results. BTW, the little shifter looks way cooler than a button any day :laugh3:

 

[C85D4x4]

well...................that sucks..........................

 

[jkkj]

I bought an OX for the front 30 and it works like a charm. No complaints here. Haven't had any cable issues, and I'm one of those shift in and out people. knock on wood. For some reason I just like to know how far I can go in 3 wheel drive. Then lock it up and proceed.

 

[C85D4x4]

anyone else

 

[What Rd]

LOVE my ARBs. Do you really think routing an OX cable is any easier than running an air line? I should think it'd be harder.
Without a compressor, that long drive back to town from the trailhead on aired-down tires must really suck.
Nothing at all wrong with the OX, though. Either would be a good choice.

 

[gregclimbs]

I probably will go the way of the arb...

and after finding that they can be run off a 15# powertank, will even forgo the compressor....

just a thought...

g

 

[devildog0]

A guy over on Jeepin.com runs an OX in his D30 and loves it. I can see using an OX in the dana 30 over the ARB because of the problems they've had with the ARB in the D30 app. with loosening ringgear bolts carriers coming apart because of housing flex ect. With the OX you get that beefy diff cover that looks like it could add to the structual integrity of the D30 housing. Just a thought.

 

[Red97XJ]

I vote e-locker.

$575 and you can wire it up and done.

The only down side, is you will have to admit that this is the same locker that is optional on H2's! LOL

 

[John D]

Isn't the E-locker an LSD? That's the reason I didn't consider it when I bought my OX for the d30.

 

[FitchVA]

from choosing between the ARB and OX, I think im going with the OX b/c i really dont want to deal with hearing a air compressor or the working with the wiring

i can only speak for the arb...but do not let the wiring of an arb scare you. it comes with a really sweet and simple wiring harness. if you want, i can try to snap some pictures of it tonight.

 

[Root Moose]

E-locker is an LSD when in "open" mode. When locked it is a spool like an ARB (IIRC).

An LSD in open mode may or may not be what you want. I went ARB because I wanted open diffs when open to keep the front end from being squirelly in full time mode and to keep the rear end from being squirrelly in winter driving.

I didn't consider the OX because at the time they couldn't make their mind up if they were a business or not and I had heard some stuff about the QA not being the best. My understanding is that these issues have since been resolved.

HTH

r@m

 

[stoneattic]

E-locker is an LSD when in "open" mode. When locked it is a spool like an ARB (IIRC).


The Eaton E-Locker is "open" when in open "mode". You're probably thinking of the Electrac. That's an LSD in "open" mode. That's one of the reasons I went with the Eaton, I didn't want an LSD.

 

[C85D4x4]

i can only speak for the arb...but do not let the wiring of an arb scare you. it comes with a really sweet and simple wiring harness. if you want, i can try to snap some pictures of it tonight.

That would be great!

 

[4x4forlife]

Most of my 4x4 buds have arb and love it.. a couple have ox they love it too. its really up to what you want and want to spend..

 

[Bent]

Anybody want to kick the Tera "T-Locker" around for a while? It kind of reminds me of a hybred between an air accuated and an electric.

Tim

 

[jeepme]

I have ARB and love it. As far as the compressor thing, if you wheel in areas that need a locker then you should be airing down and could use a compressor in your rig anyway.