Lock Right Locker - Part 1: How it works [HD]

This is my explanation, as I understand it, for how the Richmond Lockright works. This is model 1830-LR which in Part 2 I'm going to install in my 1998 Ford Ranger 2WD which I often use for Off-Roading Mudding, etc...
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[@vettecore]

The 19 persons who disliked this video drive Hondas.

[@jimdailey1018]

Taher Qubbaj prius

[@expert1219]

Ol’ rice burners

[@G31mR]

I put these lockers in the front and in the rear of my old Chevy pickup 9 years ago. It's a hunting vehicle primarily, so about 80% on-road/20% off-road. It now has 40,000 miles on those lockers and they have performed beautifully. Every 2-3 years, I'll get a loud BANG from the rear, but the instructions that came with the Lock-Rights warned of this happening and it is neither bothersome nor harmful. I would not put them in a high-horsepower/big-tire/rock crawler, but for normal use on street and low-traction off-road situations (mud and/or snow/ice, which is where I need them), they work well.

[@jondeniro]

Awesome video. I have been reading about these for years, and you explained the mechanics of it far better than any magazine article.

[@marcs3982]

After 2 years of this locker in my ford ranger, i would advise anyone to buy a decent used 4wd vehicle. this locker is very simple to install, directions straight forward, easy! for whatever reason, in the past few months, my drivability was horrible! the locker started jumping, grinding nearly constantly! I removed it today and went back to the standard open rear end. I never used my truck for off roading. Strictly highway use, but I wanted better traction in bad weather. it really is a different experience with both wheels locked up. It takes some getting used to. after removing the locker today, I have to say there was a little wear, some metal chips on the fill cap magnet, the raised portions of the locking area wete slightly rounded, but overall everything was in good condition. if you halfways decent with auto mechanics these are really easy to install. But if your main driving is highway, DONT get it!

[@pravdaruski6740]

best explanation i seen ... have them in both diffs on Jeep Wrangler Sport.. AWESOME is least to say off road in sand, gravel wet grass, mud...,, and on road,, drives like a normal vehicle , bit clicky on corners. but worth the noise (turn up sound system and you wont know... lol)

[@imOmar909]

Pravda Ruski lol I just installed mine n everyone ask me if it's noisy I tell then I haven't heard a thing but it's cuz I always have banggers on... I'm very happy with this locker! if been off roading on open diff for a few months n I hold everyone up them trying to help me on the trail.. now they need to catch up with me!!🔥🤘

[@djrodriguez6582]

these dont lock the front when youre in 2wd right? i want to keep my complexity and maintenance down so im considering one of these in the front and a truetrac in the rear

[@chaunster]

Thanks for the video. First time I've seen the elliptical shape of the center hole explained.

[@kestonharewood2486]

Can it fit on a 720 nissan

[@tensecondbuickgn]

I have one in my Buick, and you can hear them ratchet when turning corners. Not a big deal for me but just be aware if you're looking to get one.

[@TheVikingSailor]

These are great off road and a clicking clunky mess on pavement

[@Thundarr995]

I put one of these in the front of diff of my 77 k20. Dana 44 front axle. I thought it would be great in the snow,boy was I wrong,it pulled my truck all over the place. I could feel all that clicking in the steering wheel. I was on some really slick ice spinning the tires,the rt side caught traction,busted this thing and pulled the upper ball joint right out of the steering knuckle. It's probably ok for a lighter vehicle my truck is nearly 6k lbs. I gave up on this thing and went back to open. I have a GM 14 bolt in the rear with Detroit Locker. That's good enough for me. If this thing breaks on a trail you're screwed,you're not going anywhere.

[@CONSPIR4CY]

Does it damages the Open differential over time? i'm asking because i have a Lexus SC400 daily driving. & How much does the locker cost? thanks.

[@mamichaelson]

Thank you for taking the time to make this video

[@but199018]

Where would the c-clips for the axles be installed for a gm 7.5 unit?

[@crawlervideo]

Nice offroad but handel with care on the road! the driveability can surprise you badly especially on wet roads in corners!

[@cobrasvt347]

You are correct sir good job explaining the lockrite 👍

[@gabmik38]

This was very informative, now I understand my tracker diff, when I pulled it out a day ago for inspection this was it

[@metaldemon60]

Install one of these in my 98 XJ Cherokee. It was the worst thing I ever did to the Jeep. Richmond was no help, and very rude. I took it apart twice, because Richmond said I broke something on the install. Nothing was broke, so then they told me my carrier was bad. I took it out< and replaced it with a real locker. A lot more work, and measuring but well worth it. This thing went to the land fill.

[@carlosmurphy4u1]

I've been using the one of these lockers in my 88 Ranger, 33" Baja Claw equipped off roader for 6 or 7 years now, can't beat it. Never have to worry or think about it, its always there and working. No air lines or wires to brake, no switches to flip, works great.

[@Gifiti]

This is the best description of a locking differential I’ve ever seen in my life

[@KDCvideos]

@exman21 Yes, it locks under acceleration forward and reverse... I've backed out of some deep mud before after getting the front end pretty stuck.

[@proscllc]

VERY helpful. Thanks!

[@dirksuchy]

First time I really understood how it works! Great video!

[@alaricrice9017]

Thanks so much, this explanation helped a lot! Definitely getting one now

[@sentineloffreedom]

Nice explanation :) I just looked it up to see if it would work in reverse too and I got my answer :) Thanks for the vid!

[@Spacegoat92]

Thank you kindly for this. You've explained it very well

[@Oldcoinsandstuff1]

This locker is off road only at best. In my opinion it is total crap for every day driving and almost crap in a off-road only application. Good luck.

[@carlosgavino6874]

i agree with hothecho very clear im looking to get one and solve my muddy problems

[@Gyppor]

Thanks for the explanation, I've never understood how there work!

[@ethanwatters8704]

Great Explanation, THANKS!

[@LennertBijnens]

Does this system work good, I want to install it in my suzuki samurai

[@burnermam]

Had an '88 1/2 Samurai with Locktites in both stock ends. Only turned one hub in until I really needed fully locked front and then wow what a difference!!

[@pascalktm2177]

you always go straight. no right or left turn at the stop. can we use the separate handbrake. block that the left wheel for example.

[@mercurymonterey1251]

Would this thing break easier than my factory rearend ?

[@Blayze1017]

Lock Right Locker- turn your daily commute into a thrill of a lifetime.

[@350BuickBoy]

Was wondering how these worked. Thank you for posting this, I understand it perfectly now.

[@briandady9030]

Great vid, excellent explanation, thanks for making it make sense!

[@adamhoffman3687]

Garbage mine was assembled correctly and didn't last 6 miles

[@cody3362]

Do you think these would be alright putting into an ifs?

[@petebaron4643]

👍Works great for me, with only a rear drive 2x4. It was what got me out of a jam on a wet farm, with unexpectef sticky grassy mud. Yeah, I went sideways a few times in that instance, but I didn't have to walk a few miles to get a tow truck. No problems with snowy weather, but I don't drive it hard then, of course. Practiced on an empty parking lot ASAP. Ratcheting noise: so what. Not quite as bad as a bicycle freewheeling gear cluster.

[@TheDeathCrawler]

@kdcvideos I know all about that I have a Toyota I crawl with I was just saying ford rangers are junk. I'm a mechanic haven't seen a "good" one yet. My fathers a ford guy and he junked his for a f150. It tows a hell of alot better than his 2wd ranger. I guess if you stuffed a 351 in it and beat the snot out of it a locked rear is nice to have but otherwise what's the point.

[@ScottyP3821]

Dude Im fixing to put one in my ranger. I am turning it into a drift truck. People think its stupid but I say fuck em I just want the benefits of a truck and be able to drift around town. I am going to also relocate my ebrake cable so I can operate it by hand. Awesome How to

[@homerunhita12]

is this as good as a regular locker? open diffs are killin me in the deep stuff and I'd like the piece of mind of all wheels turning instead of just 1 per axle...

[@KDCvideos]

@TheDeathCrawler 2 wheels turning is better than 1 wheel turning, worth the money to me, especially useful if you have to tow a boat up a slick boat ramp. Oh and a lot of people put this in mustangs and other weekend race cars to improve traction off the line.

[@KDCvideos]

@TheDeathCrawler We don't have rocks or mountains in florida, just lots of mud, so the point is the locker helps me not get stuck so much... Toyotas are nice, but I'll be replacing this with a Jeep next.

[@TheToyotaAbuser]

i have a 82 toyota 4x4 and i want a lockright in the front, when its in 2wd will it still be locked or will it skid around turns?

[@firuzpulatov7750]

thank you, sir. if only you had 4 or more hands ))

[@KDCvideos]

@POOTISAWESOME I haven't noticed any gas mileage drop, but if you put it in a daily driver, beware that it can make some scary noises around turns and/or cause you to fishtail if you give it too much power around a turn.

[@2azfeWeb]

I'm a little confused on this. Does this stay locked constantly when power is being provided to the wheels? Say, when driving normally on the road? I haven't seen much to explain how it may or may not disengage and go into open spin as it normally would be.

[@GarageBuddys]

excellent explanation! compliments ! even if I do not understand your language well, I understand everything 👍

[@captainpegs07]

Would this be better or worse than a truetrac in a rear axle on icy roads? Would this work in a front axle for a mild limited slip?

[@martintuky]

Well, this is a horrible diff for high speed on road vehicles for many reasons: 1. during turn you want to power the OUTER WHEEL, not the inner wheel [hence LSD are used for more powerful cars] 2. the system is not continuous = clunky for on road vehicles many other reasons that will cause issues under hard accelerations Good video though

[@Ricky350K]

I put one of these in a 70 as nova with a 406 small block with a 144 supercharger. And it kicks in and out even in a straight line when on the gas. The first time I put on a set of slicks at the track I noticed it kicking in and out. The weird thing is it only kicks posi when touching the brakes. Dont know why any explanation?

[@GregHuston22]

You're a fool, there's plenty of "good" Rangers out there. And for a lot less than a cost of a yota, I've owned 2 1st Gen Tacomas and they are not the end all be all.

[@mdbnc2704]

Thanks a lot now and just now i understand how it work thanks

[@3Jx]

could i use these lockers on my every day driver which is also my off road rig and not have a driving issues or should i get a selectable locker

[@Ale-or2gk]

Realy Great Video! I watch a lot video of locker, only now i can understood how it's work! your explanation was simple and perfectly clear! Thanks you for sharing from italy! xD!!!

[@KDCvideos]

@ptpiano600 I got it off eBay for like $200, but i think at the off-road stores they are like $380, so gotta shop around.

[@maxhamilton2911]

very good video great explanation

[@ronnieleelovett6772]

I'm bout to buy one of these from summit for my 1964 mercury Monterey. The engine build plus headers and such is eating up near 5 grand. We're gonna wait on a trannny and rear end for a while. This is a round town , good weather car. If I take it to the strip, I'll use my rollback. Anyway, my question is, is this thing gonna survive a big block to the floor for a 1/8th mile?

[@insomnica6258]

Good explanation,thanks.

[@MrSTANGlover]

Pardner, thank you so much for that video. Makes perfect sense! Any negative aspects of it besides being sideways in a wet turn?

[@G31mR]

A very faint clicking in turns, and very occasional (once every 2-3 years?) loud bang, both of which are normal according to the manufacturer. Also, if you are sideways on an icy hill, you will slide downhill. :)

[@pmd7771969]

The weak link is the stock carrier. Bv

[@workingcountry1776]

I just installed one in my econoline 150 8.8 rear end. Geat product for the price. With the Copper AT3 tires on it already it is very solid off road within reason. This type of product is a must for 2wd vehicles that see snow and or off road use. Thanks for the geat explanation, i used your videos among others to decide on this unit

[@6mvargas]

I just purchased a D30 for $80 to salvage the knuckles and axles, when I opened it up to drain it there was one of these inside in excellent condition...my Jeep is my daily driver so I don't think it would be a good idea to install it...... Nice surprise never the less.!!

[@何文昌-d9p]

can you speak Chinese thank

[@eightbit3055]

Very good video. I understood it with no problem. I have one question. How bad is the noise when turning? For one my truck is mostly used on the street and for two I'm wondering how bad it will be on dates lol?

[@csmith5725]

Could a guy install these only in the front axle? Then you’d have the advantage while in 4x4(only in front though), but for normal street driving in 2x4 it’d be completely smooth and not clicky or dangerous say in rain or a little ice?

[@HothEchoBase]

Well done. That is a very clear explanation!

[@Dougarrowhead]

Word of the day- okay

[@This0is0pointless]

I've put a mini spool in my trucks rear diff but it's sketchy when I have a good bit of weight on the back and have to turn sharp on pavement afraid I'm gonna snap something, how reliable are these rachet style lockers, do they stay locked and only slip/rachet when they're really forced to?

[@martintuky]

Look at torque and power ratings. Torque rating = strength of material; Power rating = max. heat release from the unit before potential failure.

[@J8ck_hoff]

they good for every day use ? the one wheel drive me nuts cant do any thing so hard to get out sideways when drifting or off roading. i also have a ranger

[@POOTISAWESOME]

does it affect gas milage at all cause im thinkin about puttin this in my daily driver ford ranger

[@JoLXP]

Really easy to understand with your vid, thanks ;) but it made me think, unless you are going to do a lot of offroad, it's alwyas better to have an open one, right?

[@uncledelvid6204]

Why the violent popping ??

[@jccomunicacioneswifi]

existe ese sistema de bloqueo para jeep cj5 willys ???? , y donde se puede comprar ????

[@idontknowanythingaboutcars896]

where did you buy this???

[@Tubecraft1]

well , i AM an engineer and that was an excellent explanation.i now see why the installation instructions say that you will notice some noises when cornering

[@davidmartin5179]

Best explanation I seen after watching many KZbin videos about putting these in the front and rear of my GEO Tracker Thanks.

[@AreThereNoMoreNames]

Great explanation! I've been looking at pictures online and couldn't find much technical information at all on how they specifically work, never even saw those internal spacer tubes at all.

[@logic1675]

Good video man! It's helpful to be able to see it right in front and have how it locks and unlocks under acceleration explained. This is the next thing I'm getting for my Jeep.

[@SeddahSeddah]

Good explanation man. Came into thus video knowing nothing about lockers. Leaving with a good understanding. Thanks

[@seanmcreynolds87]

You have it backwards. When you turn right the driver side locks and the passenger releases. The weight shift assist in this. The faster wheel does not free spin but drives in and locks.

[@justinhansen6005]

+Sean McReynolds Thank you!!!! minor detail but really helped me understand how it ratchets.

[@jessehernandez5043]

i was thinking the same thing but still learning the dynamics of it so i wasnt in the position to correct him lol

[@johnryan9426]

No, I think you'll find he's got it spot on. It will drive in and lock the outside wheel only when you apply enough power to break traction on the inside wheel so that it is rotating at the same or greater speed than the outside wheel.

[@Maxumized]

Same rotational speed between the two wheels...different torque on turns. On a right turn, passenger and drivers wheel spin at same speed...so that means the drivers wheel slips/ratchets forward as it moves faster but never slower than passenger side. Torque on drivers side is less than passenger side

[@dannyarmenta6326]

Great video ! It's a Jeep thing to like these. These are perfect for a trail rig. Definitely effect road manners if it's a daily driver. But I would put em in my daily driven Jeep anyways! #jeeplifeyo

[@conatuslife]

these are great for putting down power in a straight line or if one wheel looses traction but are terrible for laying down power in a turn because in a turn it is 1 wheel drive and if you break that wheel loose you will spin out. it's a gain some loose some kind of thing.

[@rexhouseo7010]

No, you can never spin one tire and not the other. That's actually the opposite of what these do.

[@conatuslife]

maybe i should say if you break the inside tire loose in a turn you may wind up breaking both wheels loose and spin out. yes untill the ratchet engages on the outside wheel you can spin one wheel and not the other, granted that would only be like 1/24th of a rotation at worst.

[@rexhouseo7010]

Yep, that's the case with any limited slip / locker. They still put them in race cars which means they are not terrible for laying down power in a turn, you just have to know how to drive. Open differentials are actually much worse at putting power to the ground in a turn.

[@ptpiano600]

@KDCvideos alright for sure well hey let me know how it goes next time you hit the mud

[@gsx44]

sounds nice but is it loud when you turn when the outside tire moves faster

[@memorro]

is it normal to make loud "clicking" noises when i turn all the steering either way from 0km??

[@motoxracer56]

@jdefkon77 no damage over time. many 4x4 shope here in reno have confirmed it

[@Prairie7777]

This shows that this was posted ten years ago but I find it extremely informative and helpful. Thank you very much for posting this!

[@TheBr0th3rsPrimm]

It rains way too much where I live for me to get this, but this video was super helpful for informing my decision

[@exman21]

Does this locks the 2 axles when in reverse the one wheel wil spin?

[@mysty0]

The answer to your question as I understand it from forums is yes and no. No the actual Lokka unit is tough as nails and wont break., however all locker systems place extra strain on your axles and cv joints and more so they become susceptible. With an Auto Loader their is a shock load that happens when it engages hard biting a rock or the likes., this is not a problem with manual lockers though as they are permanently locked when engaged. Read into it

[@luigiaura1631]

HALE BOYS, BUT ARE AUTOLOCKING OR AUTOSLOCKING?THANK YOU FOR ANSWERS

[@jsv.2932]

Thank you.

[@meisterraul]

Really good explanation, thanks

[@vettecore]

Great video. However, you should have mentioned to the first time locker users that it's usually best not to apply gas while turning to allow the axles to differentiate.

[@johndough9187]

+Taher Qubbaj It will still differentiate as long as the inside wheel doesn't slip/spin on the ground.

[@zukobringas5096]

You are both quite correct... less gas = more differentiation, more gas = less differentiation.

[@Mar2623]

nice video. Is it any good in snow where springing your weals is a no no

[@NickNakorn]

Excellent video, many thanks. The explanation concerning the oval housing for the pin is very well done.

[@dnohl75]

Thank you so much for this video, i always wondered if i could turn alright with a locker

[@wheelnhunter]

Excellent video! Very helpful

[@666thebmxkiller]

4 Every action has a reaction.... Great video 💎

[@vapablo]

my truck have a lock right , works great!!! I love my Chevy S10!!!