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4x4 Related Groups => Tech Talk => Topic started by: Puma on February 28, 2008, 10:11:51 PM

Title: Cost to switch to posi ?
Post by: Puma on February 28, 2008, 10:11:51 PM

Guys,

I have a 94 YJ and was thinking about upgrading to a posi rear end.

What do you think this should cost, and any comments about who in Calgary would be a good shop to do it?

thanks,
Puma

Title: Re: Cost to switch to posi ?
Post by: Asia on February 29, 2008, 12:47:37 AM

I would overlook the posi trac or limited slip  and go with the full auto locker if you are on a budget.  I have an Aussie locker in the rear of my '95 YJ, and it works great - way more traction than any posi or LSD.  Hoyzboyz is the retailer who sold me mine, and cLAY on the FWS website is a good mechanic that could help you with the install if you are not so inclined.  Shameless plugs for a good product and good people.

Title: Re: Cost to switch to posi ?
Post by: BrokenAxle on February 29, 2008, 07:15:53 AM

i do gear/locker installs aswell.  the lock right or aussie locker is a good cheaper choice.  i like the detroit true trac.  but of course you can't beat and arb air locker...

Title: Re: Cost to switch to posi ?
Post by: rws on February 29, 2008, 09:55:20 AM

I had a posi (trac-lock) and finally got tired of putting new clutchs in it so I got a Detroit. This was an awsome improvement for off-road but can be dangerous on icy streets.

Title: Re: Cost to switch to posi ?
Post by: SwampSinger on February 29, 2008, 10:53:10 AM

Quote from: rws on February 29, 2008, 09:55:20 AM

I had a posi (trac-lock) and finally got tired of putting new clutchs in it so I got a Detroit. This was an awsome improvement for off-road but can be dangerous on icy streets.

Amen..Detroit all the way....

They are bullet proof and maintenace free. I've been running a Detroit locker in the rear and  a Detroit Truetrac in the from for about 2 years and I love it.

remember you pay for what you get... a lunch box lockers are cheaper

Title: Re: Cost to switch to posi ?
Post by: BlackYJ on February 29, 2008, 12:13:06 PM

Quote from: Puma on February 28, 2008, 10:11:51 PM

Guys,

I have a 94 YJ and was thinking about upgrading to a posi rear end.

What do you think this should cost, and any comments about who in Calgary would be a good shop to do it?

Depending on what locker you go with, you are looking between about $350 - $1200 for the locker and probably anywhere from 3-10 hours install time at about $90/hour at the shops.

ARBs cost about $2000 per axle.  I love having the selectability of either having an open diff or full spool