Detroit vs truetrak
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Because I had to buy an expensive adapter that was difficult to find, and then put spacers on my rear to run my 5 lug wheels.
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and when you do, we'll know that climate change and the shizz has really hit the fan...
Personally, I like the trutrac due to the fact that it is a gear-driven LSD. No, friction modifiers necessary, no clutch packs to wear out.
Personally, I like the trutrac due to the fact that it is a gear-driven LSD. No, friction modifiers necessary, no clutch packs to wear out.
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From: Cle Elum, WA
I assume you are talking about a front locker. I've had both. I had a trutrac in my dana 44 front (and I have one in my rear), and I have a detroit (actually a yukon, which is supposedly the same as a detroit full but with some beefed up parts inside) in my new front dana 60.
I'm on 37's. I was happy with the trutrac, you just have to learn the gas to get both tires grabbing. With the detroit/yukon, I feel a huge difference (improvement) climbing up rocks and steep dirt hills. The downside of the full locker is steering. I ran about two weeks ago with the new full locker, and there were several times I couldn't turn my steering wheel even with someone helping me. I had the upgraded steerign box from psc on, but not yet installed the ram assist. I have my PSC assist on, but I haven't tested it offroad yet.
Synopsis, without a ram steering assist trutrac is is the better option.
NOTE: I have never driven on ice in my truck..
I'm on 37's. I was happy with the trutrac, you just have to learn the gas to get both tires grabbing. With the detroit/yukon, I feel a huge difference (improvement) climbing up rocks and steep dirt hills. The downside of the full locker is steering. I ran about two weeks ago with the new full locker, and there were several times I couldn't turn my steering wheel even with someone helping me. I had the upgraded steerign box from psc on, but not yet installed the ram assist. I have my PSC assist on, but I haven't tested it offroad yet.
Synopsis, without a ram steering assist trutrac is is the better option.
NOTE: I have never driven on ice in my truck..
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On 38" TSL SX tires with my PCS hydro assist I can turn the tires or walk myself out of a bind. You'll enjoy the added steering ability with the kit installed. And we need to see that monster in action now.
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Personally, I like the trutrac due to the fact that it is a gear-driven LSD. No, friction modifiers necessary, no clutch packs to wear out.
Ahhh found it! fast forward to 420 to see the ram.
if you choose to go with the detroit locker, keep in mind that it changes the behavior of the rear end in a drastic way. i hear ppl say it will lock those axles together at random times when you may not expect it and put you in a tough spot. i didnt see anyone post about this known issue with that locker, maybe wouldnt hurt to do a google search on it
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From: Clayton MI
The detroit locker is indeed predictable, if you apply power, it locks. If you are turning, on ice, or other equally low traction surface, yep, it can get exciting. Just have to get used to the new behavior. 