Anyone added a front e-locker?
#11
Originally Posted by 10BlueFlame
I think I read that the 2013 raptor had a LSD type setup in the front. I could see why they would reserve it for the raptor, so anyone who wants it has to buy the highest end model. Maybe someday they will all have the option.
#12
Meaner than ymeski56
Originally Posted by smurfs_of_war
If that's the case then I suspect it wont be too much of a wait for an aftermarket kit to surface for us poor folk. I could see a LS being a better choice than a full locker without a solid axle swap. Just my .02
#13
Originally Posted by XtraLargeTall
The Raptor has different half shafts. 33 vs 28 spline IIRC. I'd rather have an LS than a locker anyways
Off the top of your head do you know what the power split is on these LS differentials?
#14
Meaner than ymeski56
Originally Posted by smurfs_of_war
I have to agree. LS- most of the benefits, none of the pitfalls. I only have to add it to the front though
Off the top of your head do you know what the power split is on these LS differentials?
And I have no clue, I've never really dealt with them. Unfortunately all of my pickups have been open diff. Not the next one, that's for sure
#15
Originally Posted by XtraLargeTall
You can upgrade your rear too, I'll even take the old one off your hands
And I have no clue, I've never really dealt with them. Unfortunately all of my pickups have been open diff. Not the next one, that's for sure
#17
Thought I would bump one time. For what it's worth, for myself it would be a "just to have it" mod. I'm sure I would never need it, or if so I should have a f250 or something beefier. I also don't "need" my rear locker and have never used it, but for some reason I smile every time I see that option on my 4x4 ****. Better to have and not need!
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#18
One Bad MoFoMoCo Owner
The 2011 and up 4x4 s with open diffs use electronics and the ABS system to effectively make the front and rear act like limited slip, but with better results, from what I have seen in both the sand and the mud. I see absolutely no need for having mechanical limited slip clutch packs when the electronic version works better.
Just make sure your traction control is off, so that only the two wheel slip is still active.
Just make sure your traction control is off, so that only the two wheel slip is still active.
#20
With both front tires locked together they want to go straight. The more traction they have the more they fight the steering. That is why the tie rods need to be stronger.