ARB Airlocker Setup

Post by **Enforcer** » Mon Mar 03, 2003 1:19 pm

Was wondering if someone could give me the run down or info on the set up for an airlocker. Starting from the swith on the dash, where does everyting go in the way of wiring etc.

This is my guess so far:

You have the compresor wired to the battery and to a switch on the dash that is seprate to the lockers etc.

You have a locker swicth on the dash that then runs to a solenoid that inturn powers the compressor to pump air to a particular line (f or r locker) ... not too sure about this part

then the air line to either locker.

Can someone fill in the gaps or maybe explain it better so I can set this up myself?

Post by **moose** » Mon Mar 03, 2003 2:03 pm

if you have an ARB compressor & locker , the kit contains every thing that is required to fit !!!!!
i.e . switch,s for comp & locker
..... wiring loom
..... relay
..... connectors
..... air line from comp to locker !!!!
..... comp & mounting hardware !!
..... pressure switch & solenoids !!

are you fitting ARB compressor , or another type ????

Post by **Drafty** » Mon Mar 03, 2003 2:09 pm

The type of compressor shouldnt matter to much, i run a big red with a small exillery tank. The connector which hooks up to the ARB comp was cut off and connected straight to the red. The solinoids and pressure valve were then tapped into the tank. The wiring loom then just plugs straight into all the electrics.

Post by **moose** » Mon Mar 03, 2003 2:13 pm

true drafty !!!!!
just trying to simplify things first !!!!
:finger:

basicly enforcer , the idea for set up you have is correct !!!!! :wink:

Post by **Enforcer** » Mon Mar 03, 2003 3:27 pm

Well atm, I have a bunch of wires a locker and a compressor. I am just trying to figure out what controls the compressor to push air to either locker. Hard to explain.

Post by **spazbot** » Mon Mar 03, 2003 3:49 pm

You have a locker swicth on the dash that then runs to a solenoid that inturn powers the compressor to pump air to a particular line (f or r locker) ... not too sure about this part

the solenoid its what conrtolls the the pump
you activate the compressor the solind will open till there is enough pressure to lock the diff then close to keep it locked.

when you turn the lockers off the solinoid release's the pressure in the diff.

Post by **Bitsamissin** » Mon Mar 03, 2003 5:50 pm

Is it going into a mustard color Hilux ??

Post by **Drafty** » Mon Mar 03, 2003 6:13 pm

If you want it done

fairly cheap, PM me.

Post by **ToNkA** » Mon Mar 03, 2003 10:07 pm

Bitsamissin wrote:Is it going into a mustard color Hilux ??

What, like mine?

Post by **tritonasuras** » Tue Mar 04, 2003 7:31 am

Actually,
1: switch that is the control for the compressor. IE: on/off (thats all it does)

2: With the compressor switch on (compressor running/working/active, what ever u call it) u can use the locker switches (f or r). These only activate the solenoids that allow air to and from the locker centres.

So u can use the compressor to pump up things and not have it energising the lockers evertime...

All wiring is colour coded for easy installation. Either use the instructions (the manufactures opinion on how it should work) or contact a ARB centre and they should be able to help...(or ask your mate for his instructions)

There, simple.....

Hope this helps..........

ROB

Post by **RUFF** » Tue Mar 04, 2003 7:41 am

Tonka how long before you plan on fitting these because i need to have a look around for that install book i have.

Post by **spazbot** » Tue Mar 04, 2003 10:45 am

i got the install books in the shed if ya want me to scan em

Post by **ToNkA** » Tue Mar 04, 2003 1:46 pm

I am gettin the lockers in aSAP then its wiring time, so anytime soon I need the book. I will go see the ARB guys and saee if they will help, but any info is good, the book would be better!

Post by **moose** » Tue Mar 04, 2003 2:03 pm

I have about 3 books at work !!
when do you need 1 by ?????

Post by **Bitsamissin** » Tue Mar 04, 2003 7:04 pm

Tonka, Baz has the book call him.........................you could pop into our work and photo copy it.
I'll even leave you and Baz alone to talk secret diesel Lux stuff :roll:

Post by **ToNkA** » Wed Mar 05, 2003 8:20 am

Bitsamissin wrote:Tonka, Baz has the book call him.........................you could pop into our work and photo copy it.
I'll even leave you and Baz alone to talk secret diesel Lux stuff

Great! I am comming into your work week after next for some secret diesel engine stuff, so I can have a look then.

Cheers.

Post by **RUFF** » Wed Mar 05, 2003 6:27 pm

If you want me to send you the install info just PM me the address and i will get it away for you. I found it today.

Outer Limits 4x4 Board

ARB Airlocker Setup

ARB Airlocker Setup

Arb lockers

Who is online