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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[@eugeneyoung2803]

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!

[@Vacublaster1]

@Geno Ory and very selectable with his facts

[@TheRealJeff984]

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

[@timc5434]

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

[@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.

[@Vacublaster1]

well said sir, I agree with you.

[@BigBalledBastard]

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

[@carlosmartoral6268]

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.

[@sjwidblsi]

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

[@garymaas9584]

actually, it was a hawk

[@abnpthfdr2934]

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.

[@jameselliott9573]

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

[@SPNKr02]

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

[@MrElPoderozo1]

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

[@mikeyp134]

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

[@INK1217]

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

[@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.

[@wildbio2000]

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

[@paulfuller2167]

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.

[@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.

[@Big824John]

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.

[@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.

[@josephbyrnhopf2481]

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".

[@Vacublaster1]

Don't have any of these issues with auto lockers

[@stephdau]

Brilliant run-down. Thanks for that!

[@slicktrips]

awesome explanation ! im running the ox lockers front and rear on my 2000 wj and love them

[@ewingfox6459]

This is the best video I have ever seen for clearly and easily explaining the difference between locker types. I get asked about this from my friends and my explanation is always too complicated and/or too convoluted. From now on, I'm just going to send them all here!

[@syzfilms]

I think you did a great job of keeping it simple and some nice show and tell. Good Job.

[@ahenseda]

That is by far the best explanation anywhere you can look! Thank you so much for your time!!!

[@jerrymestas1231]

This was absolutely the best video I’ve seen on differentials. All this Stuff is so confusing, and some people make it way over the top. You just put me back to school, thank you very much for educating me, now I know what to do. I’m a subscriber now👍🏼

[@Priam42]

Great video, very educational, thank you for putting it together! Gunna be putting a lunchbox locker (lock-right) into a CJ-2A (rear).

[@JB-sd4qc]

Definitely explained phenomenally where any person can decide which to put or take. Thank you very much and Merry Christmas.

[@hhyperdd]

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your knowledge of differentials.

[@pureonyx5090]

Great video . I'm a newbie too Jeep's but learning . Been hearing about lockers but now I have a better understanding.

[@fxrs1982]

Added G2 Dana 44's to my TJ last year. So I went with the ARB'S. I love them!!!! 4.56 gears. will have 35 inch tires next year

[@aired-downdisconnected4125]

After having numerous lockers over the past 18 yrs. From lunchbox lockers to selectibles. When the locker goes out it takes the axle out as well and needs a rebuilt if not too worn. Having a daily driver XJ I've put a ton of miles on, which also limits your front options. At one point I wanted to install a hub conversion but it's not worth the $$$. So my latest units are truetracs. So far VERY impressed. On road is great also, hardly noticed. Off-road even better. Hells revenge tested and approved. My rig is built for reliability and takes me every where I want to go. Snow runs are my favorite.

[@streetfighterguy1909]

Truetracs seem to be the best upgrade from everyone's comments and I will give it a go in the back of my 92 Toyota pickup, I'll leave the front alone for now since I have a 12,000 lb winch up there for those true emergencies.

[@WBatte1]

In my 1978 Dodge Ramcharger which is full time 4x4 (NP 203transfer case) I am running 2 limited slip differentials . I have a Dana 44 front and a 9 1/4 rear axle . For a truck that really only sees muddy trails and fields this setup is perfect .

[@thelazyest]

Great video, very informative and straight to the point, I really like Tyler , keep the great videos coming!

[@codymoncrief2128]

The truetrac uses helical gears' own worst enemy to function. Helical gears create axial thrust when they turn eachother, which normally means they require special bearings. The greater force/ resistance of each gear (heavy load) the more axial thrust they create. This axial thrust is manipulated by the truetrac. When the differential is operating on pavement, the gears allow normal function, as there is low resistance to turning. However, during traction loss, one wheel has significant resistance in contrast to the other wheel. This resistance creates high thrust load, which causes the Helical output (splined to shaft) gear to push against the end of the carrier. As resistance builds, so does thrust. The pressure creates friction between the gear and carrier, thus effectively locking the differential together. When input torque is increased, the clamping force, and therefore friction is increased and the differential locks even tighter, but as soon as torque reduces past a certain point, the diff will unlock and resume normal function.

[@tylerbleepinjeep606]

exactly why I didn't try to explain all that on camera!

[@rudedogii]

Truetrac is not a locking diff.

[@polarisflyer]

Cody, great explanation of the physics! Tyler, at the very end of the video, you say that the best application for a front axle is a selectable locker. Why wouldn't an Eaton TrueTrac LSD be applicable on the front differential?

[@kevinhornbuckle]

This is the best overview I have seen. Very helpful.

[@KU4PC]

Tyler thanks for the great info. Been looking for an explanation like this. Thanks again. Mike

[@dfelici1]

Very informative video. Thanks for explaining the pros and cons of the various options in detail.

[@SupaSanchez907]

I haven’t even finish this video yet and I am loving it

[@salmorreale7900]

The most informative I’ve seen. Thank you for posting.

[@StonnieDennis]

What a great video...thanks!

[@buzzpedrotti5401]

An excellent description for the buyer. Thank you.

[@19882fast4u]

Absolutely the best video explaining this shit hands down. Finally! Thank you so much. I just learned all the pieces I never could figure out about Lockers. Funny part is, I'm a wheeler to, big time. But just never could figure this all out exactly. Now I know.

[@lildynomite9327]

This video is amazing. Just learned quite a bit about my jeep. Thanks!

[@RoBeT11d7]

Great video!! I’m an xj noob and this video was VERY informative.

[@EricLS]

This makes the E-locker that came on my Cherokee KL all the more bad ass. What was once a $1500 add on for solid axle vehicles is now in my car based crossover.

[@nickalf5756]

He is worth every bit of me subscribing he talks in layman turn Thankyou keep up the great tutorials

[@keithg4441]

Very informative, thanks for posting this fantastic video!

[@ashleygrace4057]

I'm pretty happy to learn that my jeep to be has air arb already installed and that that it's actually pretty alright :)

[@leondrolet354]

Sir, this explanation was awesome! Thank you!!

[@ATA909]

Simple and clear ,made it easy for me thanks man

[@dicktomasko1553]

Wow great vid.. For a big truck like my 99f350 there is nothing like the detroits.. I have both ends locked. The truck is a beast drives great no switching no noise. I plow and use it as a work truck... Very rarely drive in 4wd on the road. Dont need to unless lots of snow.. then under 40 mph usually...2 tires on ice no problem...

[@Antoniostubeio]

fantastic video very educational thankyou for learning me something...

[@lucasavalos2237]

I love the description, very informative.

[@mw7047]

I ran a Powertrax lunchbox locker in my el Camino and it was horrible in the rain. it would send the tail end into the other lane when it would unlock, I cant imagine what it would do in the snow. Was great for straight line traction though and was really simple to install. It would pop when it unlocked and was really unpredictable, sometimes it would unlock around a corner, sometimes it would just drag the tire. Finally just switched it out for an Eaton Tru-Trac and was never happier.

[@dre04mach]

I've driven a mustang with a spool on the street. Short of parking lots hopping and skipping, there was no major disadvantage. Even been in the rain with them and once in the snow; just have to know how to handle the car. One thing I liked about them was that the car was much more predictable in a drift - compared to the limited slips it had destroyed in the past - it just felt more natural and much more precise having the back wheels spin at the same time and knowing you're gonna go forward no matter what.

[@Fuckyoutubecensorship1]

Thank you this is an extremely informative video I just got my very first jeep Cherokee pioneered 1988 i still have a lot to learn keep up the good work..👍🇵🇷

[@chuckbrown7570]

Awesome! Thanks for taking the time to explain in details.

[@gregbellinger5765]

Excellent presentation: good pace, voice tone, camera angles, and demonstration.

[@motobrad32]

i kinda went the backwards way with my jeep, i have a spartan lunch box in my d30, with the right gear oil, i havent had any problems with it, it is completely unnoticeable while driving on the street. For the rear i have an ARB air locker in my ford 8.8, i have on board air so i just tapped into it so it just made sense to go that route.

[@larryfry1310]

Pretty good information in this video. I put "lunchbox" lockers (Lock-Rite) in the front and rear of my C10. No clicking, but it occasionally will bang (happens about once a year). No unusual road manners whatsoever. I put a True-Trac in the rear of my Silverado; absolutely transparent and not much more $ than a Lock-Rite!!

[@aaronbudzinski3886]

Such a great video. Incredibly informative.

[@hockeydad6211]

My favorite Jeep channel

[@paullaverty3038]

Absolutely the best video and explanation all these type of walkers well done.

[@WeBleedGreen1]

I learned a lot in this video. I like the lincoln locker, miller magic, or hobart hillclimber. It's not THAT bad to drive it on the street... but definitely interesting to drive in the snow.

[@evannoonan5678]

I have a lock right locker in the front of my jeep and find it is great on road. It essentially doesn't engage until it is in 4wd because until then the front axle has no power going to it. I drive all year round in Ontario with snow ice and slush and have never had an issue. I have a tru trac in my dana 44 and could not be more happier with the pair. Great on and off road manners. Just another opinion

[@Wooskii1]

I have a Aussie in my XJ's D30 and when I engage 4WD (231- offroad only) my steering really suffers, I even have a PSC assist ram. I think Im going to get rid of it soon. Does your front auto locker make it hard to steer? Maybe I just don't know what I'm doing...

[@shaedbuech7361]

My 99 Blazer had an Eaton G80 locker. Was pretty impressed with that little thing. If it locked itself up it would usually kick out at about 25 to 30 miles an hour. My 07 Yukon has the same thing. And I prefer that over a limited-slip

[@jakebaker301]

Well done video, I could not agree more. I will add this, I have a Detroit up front in my Dana 60 king pin. With selectable hubs you can get away with it and there are some good choices out there to convert to manual hubs which last longer and in my book just work better.

[@robertallen5686]

..nice informative vid on the diff internals..and the hawk cry @5:37 was a real bonus..

[@swarbrickjesse]

This is a phenomenal video brotha

[@MudAndHonor]

would love to see the vari-lock added to the limited slip. works great on light wheeling and harsh weather

[@chefdan87]

I live in Virginia Beach so i have no rocks or opportunities for crawling to really worry about so i went with the Yukon Duragrip limited slip diffs in my 94 bronco. I have nothing but good things to say about them. I really only get to play in the mud, sand and occasional snow and they have worked flawlessly. Along with the Yukon 4.56 gears they are very quite and have improved my on road comfort and confidence. When i put the pedal down all four without fail spin and get me through. I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for an upgrade over open diffs if you're playing in the mud sand or snow.

[@vexbomer]

great video I've got a new locker in the back of the Fj night and day difference when off road

[@markisaguilar2735]

thanks for the information, I liked it,simple and effective

[@gmangsxr750]

Thanks for the information Tyler. Never knew what "locker" meant

[@khndenmark]

As always great info. Keep up the good work.

[@jport62592]

Awesome video! 👍🏻 haha i like your "dry erase board" as well

[@tylerbleepinjeep606]

+Jacob Portner Thanks! if they had these in school, I would have paid a lot more attention!

[@jport62592]

+Tyler Bleepinjeep Haha same hear fella!

[@BajanAlan]

I have seen Hub lockers in Australia. Also the Rubicon has 'Brake lock diffs' which are a great help.

[@308_Negra_Arroyo_Lane]

In an open differential, torque DOES NOT all flow to the wheel with least traction. The wheel with least traction limits the amount of torque that can be put down on the wheel with most traction. BOTH wheels are getting the SAME torque, regardless of whether one wheel is spinning or not.

[@billywilson6985]

Very, very good job of explaining everything 👍

[@zacharysmith1284]

I've ran an eaton e-locker for about 6 mo, wheeling around Wyoming and Colorado mostly. It has worked well so far, I do wish there was an audible noise for me to hear it engage/disengage. Of course you can tell by turning radius, but it's a quality of life thing.

[@robertg.8830]

The best explanation, thanks for taking the time

[@chriscrowder8505]

I have a rear welded diff in my YJ, and then an ox locker in the front. Love the set up, couldnt be better.

[@anonymous_friend]

Is it a daily driver too?

[@chriscrowder8505]

No but it is a sunday driver/weekend wheeler. D 44 swap in the rear too, would not run a 35 with a locker unless it was fully built.

[@robormiston2841]

I just bought a Toyota 4 Runner with some sort of locker in the front. It snowed today so I took it out. It has 35 in mud tires too. So I'm in a snowy parking lot and was trying it out and it worked great. So I took it out of 4 hi and tried driving my it and as soon as I hit a dry patch I almost could not turn. I had to get out and unlock the hubs. I think I might have a detroit locker because I can't hear any poping are noises. When the hubs are unlocked each tire is able to turn independently but when locked go the same direction. Still learning but at least it has some sort of traction adder. I might have to test into it to find out. But I think I'm getting an Ox locker with cable and shifter because it's less to break and easier to fix if it does. Plus I here good things about them. Thanks for all the info

[@seandiezel501]

i have a 99 limited and will be changing my entire undercarriage to go from rear wheel to 4x4. I have a blank slate and this video has help me figure out what i want to start with.

[@andersonstl]

Realize this is old, but i found it just in time. Am moving from 307s to 458s on a TJ and was in need of an education on LS vs Lockers and overview of the different options as the labor is not cheap- certainly the right time to add some traction! new 458s, super 35 w/ an LSD is in the budget, lockers are not. I don't go to crazy off road- should suit my needs just fine. Thanks for the video!

[@mbryner74]

Love the TrueTrac, had front and back in my JKU. It drove great. I'm sad they don't make them for the Gladiator (yet).

[@austinterrill3108]

Awesome explanation skills. Thank you sir.

[@codymoncrief8478]

The first time I ever had a locker was about two weeks ago. I had just swapped in a junkyard 14 bolt FF rear into my old suburban. I also installed a beefy pinion guard at the same time. Just for LOL’s, I put a big ol’ rock from my yard right in front of the pinion guard. When I proceeded to drive over the rock, the guard did it’s job and the differential went up and onto the rock. With the massive 14 bolt housing, it naturally lifted one tire as it slid over the rock. I had left it in 2wd, as soon as the tire lifted, the locker sprang into action and locked the rear. With a little heavy throttle, the one wheel dragged that boulder under the diff for almost 2 feet, before the diff finally jumped over and past the rock. I was blown away by how effective it was. I have always driven open diff 4x4’s, this was a game changer; I knew they were good, but never actually saw how good they were in person. For the record, the differential is a factory old-pattern Gov-Lock (the only version that doesn’t blow up, but actually holds up well). Can’t wait until I install a Detroit or Torq-Locker.

[@robormiston2841]

I like the Ox locker with cable shift. It also comes with a plug that if the cable brakes you can manually screw in this plug to lock or unlock the diff.

[@JeepJohn]

I guess i am a bit old school here. But for 10+ years i have been running a TrueTrac/Detroit combo. TrueTrac in the front and a Detroit in the rear. I will admit in the MJ with low wight on the rear. In the Ice/Snow and 2wd... You have to be more aware of the rear darting off in a direction you did not want. Especially when you start from a stop.(Due to the fact that the Detroit has a bit of play and then a POP as it engages, Add in a Manual and you can brake the tires free at will) But the Truetrac is great makes no noticeable steering issues. In the dirt and the mud. you can feel that front axle hunting for traction. When in snow/Ice that combo works perfect.. The ARB was the only selectable on the market back then. (To this day not a fan of ARB Personally) If i had to do it again. I would TrueTrac the front and OX the rear. Cable with a OX bypass kit in the tool bag. I have a LunchBox in my 2wd MJ....... Its literally a fair weather truck.. Its fun and will make everyone think your on it as it chirps and barks around a corner, but in the snow/Ice.. its just scary. If its a heavy truck like 8k+ and has good tires the Detroit style is fine.. But in most any Jeep.... Not advised unless you need to drive to the drag strip.

[@beanbagcustoms]

Running the same, trutrac in front and Detroit in rear. It’s in a 4 door wrangler running 4.88 gears/6 spd and it works great. Detroit allows me to do a lot in 2wd but as you said is sketchy In snow and ice. Same, if had to do it Over again a selectable locker in the rear for better road manners. But I don’t regret tthe combination I run.

[@Terence670]

Good Job, was worth my time watching.

[@trident72]

Love your videos! Learned so much!!

[@This0is0pointless]

I've had a spool in a 2wd 5 speed S10 for over a year, drive it daily and for me it made the truck more perdictable then when it had an open diff, at least now I know it'll spin or slide both wheels all the time instead of just randomly doing whatever it wants, I'll admit you have to be cautious on slick roads and it does eat tires pretty quick

[@chrishunter7998]

Great video! Cleared up a lot for me Thanks!!

[@haroldwonder446]

Excellent explanation of this feature and the options available on the market. I would like to buy a used Jeep wrangler and with your explanation it will be a Rubicon which will have this feature already installed as I understand, being a air locker system. So very informative overview in helping me make the decision. Thanks and Be safe.

[@dukeoftunes4826]

really great video, good quality information. subscribed!

[@cowboyrolo7892]

Awesome video, great explanations!

[@tcl82463]

Really like the glock mod. Informative vid. Thanks.

[@coarsegrind]

Ran a Detroit locker in my 79 Bronco in the 70s. I had Ground Hawg tires that leaked. When tire pressure differential was great enough the locker would unlock then lock again causing violent side to side shift. The directional tire didn’t help either. It was really bad in the winter.