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4x4 Related Groups => Tech Talk => Topic started by: Waytec on May 18, 2008, 10:28:38 PM

Title: ARB lockers
Post by: Waytec on May 18, 2008, 10:28:38 PM

Can anyone tell me if ARB makes a locker of a Chrysler 8.25? I looked on 4wd.com and quatec and could not find one.

Title: Re: ARB lockers
Post by: FiEND on May 18, 2008, 11:03:38 PM

yep they do,   price is the same as all the others so anywhere that sells em can get you one for the same price.

i'd think hard though.  i have em and like em, but they are expensive and a lot of work, and maintenance.   and often a pain.

i stuck with them cause im already set up for them front and rear.  if i was starting from scratch i'd have a hard time deciding.

Title: Re: ARB lockers
Post by: yjcanibul on May 18, 2008, 11:10:44 PM

see website below, your application is listed , there are dealers intown ...

http://www.arbusa.com/air_locker.php

Title: Re: ARB lockers
Post by: yjcanibul on May 19, 2008, 10:22:13 AM

also,  I use their h/duty air line ( thick rubber coated air tube ) which is a few extra $ but protects against nicks - that and change your diff fluids often as dirty fluid can cause internal seal failure ... considered these extra insurance for trouble free use ...

being a daily driver I luv 'em as you can run around town no weird winter handling characteristics nor smelling your tires burn from dragging the outer tire on turns like permanent lockers and on trail flick 'em on for awesome traction ...   ;)

Title: Re: ARB lockers
Post by: BlackYJ on May 19, 2008, 08:13:26 PM

Aaron, I would totally recommend an ARB and as long as it is setup properly you will have no problems.  Yes you should keep your oil in good condition, but that is all part of the offroad and maintenance.  For a daily driver, I believe it is a no brainer and to have traction at the flip of a switch is great.

Definitely go for it, if it is in your budget.  Don't forget about the price of the compressor in you cost as well