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A locker locks both axle shafts for traction. There are several different kinds. Most popular is the no spin detroit. A full locker differs from a limited slip simply because both wheels dig all of the time. These are most desired by the 4x4 community in the rear of their 14ff 10.5" ring gear axles. A locker in the front will get you alot further along an obstacle however it may reduce road friendliness. I've got a locker in the rear and a limited slip in the front of my trail K5. But only because I'm running a 8 lug 10bolt and don't really want to put too much strain on the axle shafts and ujoints. When and if I ever find a 1 ton front axle (D60) I'll go with a full locker in the front. Hope this helps you.
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Cruiser: 1972 K5, 400/TH350/NP205, D44 and 12Bolt, 35 TSLs.
Trail rig: 86 K5, 350 TBI, SM465/NP205, 5.13s, 14ff locked, h1 beadlocks, 42" TSLs, 64" rears, 56" fronts, D60 locked, 35pline, drive flanges, crossover, hydro assist, OBA.
Tow rig: 2002 F350 PSD CC Dually FX4, chipped, cold air intake, BFGs
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11-10-2004, 01:32 AM
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