2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission replace Ls with locker??

[jhurst]

I busted the spider gears in my factory limited slip unit the other day while doing a burnout.

If its going to cost me $585 to rebuild it (kit from quad4x4.com), should I just install a Detroit locker?

This truck is probably not going to see much offroad use any more, but as far as strength, would a detroit be stronger?



Are there any good sources for online Ls units or lockers?



Thanks

 

[EKlem]

What is the truck being used for? You say that it is not going to be used off-road much anymore which is the main reason that most people go to a locked rear.



The detroit will be stronger but that will bring other problems with it. If you are putting down enough power to break a limited slip, you are seriously taxing your whole drive train. Lockers put a lot of stress on axle shafts. I would be worried that going to a locker would cause you to start breaking other components.



That being said, the best mechanical locker out there is a detroit. You will definitely wear out your tires faster and decrease your mileage slightly.

 

[Jason Hughes]

The detroit locker is definately stronger than the factory power-lok. Like it was said above, other component failure might fall victim to it, especially with the five-speed. You will definately notice a driveability difference as well. I personally like the Detroit Lockers in these trucks. The performance off-road is worth it.