disco diff lock

[natanchris]

Hi guys, i've recently purchased a '97 tdi auto, and i want to fit a rear locker. I've put in a 2" lift and am running 225/75 BFG a/t's. I am not planning on going up much more in diameter until these boots are knackered, will probably stay pretty standard....and i don't drive with a heavy right foot. Would an ARB airlocker be ok with standard axles etc, as i'm not really into rockhopping, and on limited budget(aren't we all?)....any thoughs and suggestions would be appreciated.

[uninformed]

for the rear i think thers not to much difference in price between a maxi-drive and an arb, taking into acount the cost of the air compresser. just ring around and get some prices. if you can afford it, MAXI-DRIVE where are you located?
serg

[natanchris]

serg, I've already got an ARB compressor. What do m/d use for actuation, is it vacuum or solenoid or would the compressor be needed?? Can anyone give me an idea of the cost for a rear m/d?? Ta Chris.

[SOLIHL]

ARB is cheaper than Maxidrive, as for strength etc ARB with stock axles may be OK for what you do. My thinking is if you are gentle, go the ARB route, you can upgrade axles if/when you break them.
Myself, i have a maxidrive and have never looked back!
Kevin

[billybus]

If you're not rock hoppin then I may just have the rear end for you...

It's a Quaife torque biased LSD, and driveshafts/flanges

Fully automatic no compressors etc and bomb proof.

Costs $2100 new I'm looking for offers around $1000

Check it out on

http://www.quaife.co.uk/catalogue/page41.htm

(and page 42 for heavy duty drive shafts)

Call me on 0427 464748

Dave

[natanchris]

dave, sounds tempting, but i think i'd prefer a full locker in the rear....i'm familiar with the ARB from mates cars, i was just concerned whether my stock axles would be up to it or not. (can anyone tell me whether my axles are the better ones or the weak ones???)

[uninformed]

yep its vacume activated, i think i payed $2000 for my defender rear(sals. diff) installed. including MD drive flanges
serg

[TuffRR]

McNamara do an air locker for the Rover. I've got one in the front and have been very impressed. I think a rear setup would be similar in price to an ARB considering you already have the air compressor.

[HSV Rangie]

If you already have a compressor I would gowith the JacMac air locker.
MIchael.

[BASSYK]

i can recommend the MAXI DRIVE however the Jac Mac may work out cheaper if you have already got the compressor

to get it fitted try HARDCORE 4x4 in mitcham , Dave does an awesome job and is very helpful for those od us that dont have a huge budget

Hardcore 4x4 Mitcham 4 Mcglone St 3132 (03) 9872 3011