What are lockers? Which one is best??

Lets go over some of the different kinds of traction devices available to off roaders and which may be best for your application.

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[eugeneyoung]

Wow. Had no idea when watching other videos, but your richness and depth of your knowledge and the way you lay it out in the simplest way for the viewers is just amazing. Huge respect to you sir!

[deifor]

You sir are a hell of a teacher. I can now now only understand how lockers work, but even explain it to my friends.

[jameselliott]

Just got my first jeep and have seen many people mention lockers. Of course I had no idea to what they have been referring to till now. Very informative and helpful. Thanks for the video. Loved the drawing board too

[paulfuller]

Great job on this vid! I have an 89 XJ with 4:88's and Detroit trutrac's both front and rear, with a dana 44 and 35" tires. they are pretty awesome in the snow and ice, as well as offroad. No hassle, and they handle well on the pavement as well. Highly recommend.

[kennyqlb]

Great educational video on lockers. The last time I welded spider gears was back in 2017 on a 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera Cruiser. What a great demolition derby car that was.

[sjwidblsi]

That eagle screeching in the background brings a tear to my eye

[timc]

One of the most informative and inclusive commentaries on traction devices I've ever found. Thank you! So many questions answered.

[abnpthfdr]

One of the best videos with detailed explanations I've seen. I know it's not easy to explain a part (or system) and its multiple variations, but you did an awesome job at it.

[BigJohn]

Thank you for this video. I am new to all this 4x4 technology, but I am learning these upgrades are essential to performance when off road. I have been watching Matt’s channel a lot, and they talk about lockers when doing their builds. Now I understand better what this all means.

[brianbirc]

With lockers I AM SURPRISED at how I do not need 4x4 to get through a lot of terrane
I previously needed 4x4. When in sand dunes etc... in 4x4 with 2 lockers it goes far better with them. I have Ausie lockers and do not notice bad driving or noise. I have not used them in snow or ice but have had no issue on street or off road.

[TheRealJeff]

this video is amazing, learned a lot about diffs that have been confusing me for along time

[BigBalledBastard]

Really great job in your presentation! Love the “Red Board” aka XJ door!

[carlosmartoral]

Excellent instruction on traction devices. I finally understand the comparisons of differential lockers and their applications. Thanks for taking the time to share this video.

[josephbyrnhopf]

Loved this video. Wished it was around before I spent big money and cumulative precious time dealing with ARBs. Unconditionally avoid ARBs! Had ARBs installed with gear change into my '87 XJ Dana 44 back in 2004. Was told they were bullet proof. On test drive following installation, front "lollipop" failed because of bad solder joint at seal housing. Shop honored the work, but missed trip opportunity due to additional time required for rework. I've experienced compressor and line failures on every rock crawling trip I've ever taken. Trail repairs inevitable, and I only get out a couple times a year, Moab and Colorado. Two weeks ago replaced third compressor only to discover hissing in rear Dana 44. Rear engages, but compressor runs continuously. I'm considering a lunch box replacement for the rear, something I can install. I totally agree about the simplicity of the Ox locker cable setup, but do not want to re-buy at near ARB prices. Consider yourselves warned, an advantage I didn't have. Google "ARB air leaks".

[MrElPoderozo]

The best video here in YouTube about lockers. Great job explaining and thank you for sharing.👍

[PootsGarage]

very informative. I've got an ARB in the rear of my XJ now and have a Lock Right on the counter ready to go in the front.

[SPNKr]

Thank you for the help! Went with front true tack and ox locker in the rear with a regear to 4.56 and chromoly shafts, I'm absolutely in love with the set up in my 2015 jku

[mikeyp]

You guys always amaze me with how well put together and informative your videos are! Awesome job!

[INK]

EXCELLENT Very well done!! I cannot say enough about how informative this was. Thanks!!

[wildbio]

Great video. Looking at a true trac myself, so I was really glad to hear you like them