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Old 03-27-2009, 12:24 PM
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Are there any problems with installing a limited slip differential in the front axle on a 2005 F150?
Old 03-27-2009, 12:49 PM
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No problem at all. Limited slips work very well in front applications. I'd advise against using a LOCKING differential in the front, unless it's selectable (so you can disengage it). I recommend you look at the Detroit Truetrac. Its a gear driven limited slip unit, with no clutches to wear out. I have one in the rear of my 2008 F150. It's awesome.
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Sounds good,
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i installed the torsen diff out of a 07 fx4L2 ranger rear in the front of my 04 f150. it works well.i have a truetrac in the rear.seems good so far.
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Originally Posted by f1filthy
i installed the torsen diff out of a 07 fx4L2 ranger rear in the front of my 04 f150. it works well.i have a truetrac in the rear.seems good so far.
AWESOME sounds like it WILL work. I have a 2013 supposed to be that same 8.8 31 spline. I WAS going to do the torsen that goes in the 2012 and up Raptors but that is FAR too expensive I can get an 8.8 salvage for less than $100 all day long and put new clutches in it or possibly even find one that is in good shape.



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