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Old Oct 14, 2013 | 07:43 AM
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When I lock my hubs should both front tires spin when stuck in mud ? Or only some times ?
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Old Oct 14, 2013 | 08:09 AM
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If it's an open front differential, then the tire with less traction is going to spin. The only way both are going to spin is if you add a locker or limited slip to the front diff.
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Old Oct 14, 2013 | 10:05 AM
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Originally Posted by Moose_God
If it's an open front differential, then the tire with less traction is going to spin. The only way both are going to spin is if you add a locker or limited slip to the front diff.
Yep..
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Old Oct 14, 2013 | 11:17 AM
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Is it worth putting limited slip or locker in it ?
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Yes.. either that or a lunchbox locker
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Old Oct 14, 2013 | 05:34 PM
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Originally Posted by brendan713
Is it worth putting limited slip or locker in it ?
Depends on what you use it for. If it's a trail rig, definitely. For light offroad and mostly onroad use, you'd probably be fine with open diffs or just a limited slip or locker in the rear.

If money is no object, a selectable locker (air, electric, or cable actuated) in the front would be the best way to go.
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