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DIFFERENTIALS, RING & PINION


Differential Talk

There are many different types of differentials on the market today. The early Bronco came from the factory with either an open or a limited slip (posi) type differential. The open differential transmits the power through just one axle. This leaves a lot to be desired in off-road situations.

The limited slip units are more desirable. They use internal clutch packs to transmit power to both axles. When you go around a corner these clutch packs allow slip so the outside wheel can turn faster. This "slip" can be the thing that causes frustration off-road because these units can slip right at the point where you need power at both wheels. A driver with finesse can get a lot out of a limited slip unit and they are quiet and for the most part trouble free.

That brings us to locking differentials. The legendary Detroit Locker has been proven over the test of time. The Detroit is the choice of many hard core wheelers because of its simplicity. Install it and forget about it. The Detroit is a fully automatic locking differential and is completely maintenance free. Next we have the ARB air locker. The beauty of these is the ability of the driver to turn them on and off with the flip of a switch. This is the choice of many off-roaders who also drive a lot on the street.

ARB Air Locker

AIR OPERATED LOCKING DIFFERENTIALS
Quiet smooth operation on the road with no adverse affects on tires or handling. When you get to the ruff stuff just hit the switch and now you have a fully locked front end, rearend or both. The ARB air locker has been around over 15 years. They have been tested at about every hard-core wheeling spot on the earth and have proven their performance and reliability. So how does it work? Hit the switch and in one tenth of a second compressed air actuates a piston inside the differential which engages a locking gear, instantly locking the differential and directing torque to both driving wheels. Once you get through the hard spot just hit the switch and the differential lock is disengaged.

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Detroit Soft Locker Differential 31-Spline 9"
Item #: 8710
Detroit Soft Locker Differential, 31-Spline, 9"
We have found the Detroit Soft locker to be the most dependable and bullet proof differential we have used. No mess no fuss it's there when you need it. Right at the moment a limited slip differential slips and causes you to back up and try the obstacle again, the Detroit doesn't even know the obstacle was there and you and the Detroit are up and over without even breaking a sweat.

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Detroit Soft Locker Differential 35-Spline 9",
Item #: 8712
Detroit Soft Locker Differential, 35-Spline, 9"

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ARB Air Locker Differential 9"
Item #: 8731
ARB Air Locker Differential 9"
Quiet smooth operation on the road with no adverse affects on tires or handling. When you get to the ruff stuff just hit the switch and now you have a fully locked front end, rearend or both. The ARB air locker has been around over 15 years. They have been tested at about every hard-core wheeling spot on the earth and have proven their performance and reliability. So how does it work? Hit the switch and in one tenth of a second compressed air actuates a piston inside the differential which engages a locking gear, instantly locking the differential and directing torque to both driving wheels. Once you get through the hard spot just hit the switch and the diff. lock is disengaged.

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Prices start at: $754.99
Various Options Available

ARB Air Compressor
Item #: 8733
ARB Air Compressor
The ARB compressor is an integral part of the Air locker system. The compact, high performance unit comes complete with wiring loom, pressure switch, relay and mounting bracket. One unit will run front and rear Air lockers at the same time.

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ARB Compact Air Compressor
Item #: 8736
ARB Compact Air Compressor
The all new high quality, low amp drawing, compact compressor is designed be used solely to activate ARB locking differentials. Not only will it save space under the hood but it will also save some on your wallet.

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ARB Heavy Duty Air Line
Item #: 8734
ARB Heavy Duty Air Line
The extreme duty air line is a good option especially for those of you who will be driving through the brush.

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Ford 9" 3.50 Ring & Pinion
Item #: 8610
Ford 9 inch 3.50 Ring & Pinion

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Ford 9" 4.11 Ring & Pinion
Item #: 8616
Ford 9 inch 4.11 Ring & Pinion

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Ford 9" 4.56 Ring & Pinion
Item #: 8619
Ford 9 inch 4.56 Ring & Pinion

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Third Member Rebuild Kit (66-69)
Item #: 8670
Third Member Rebuild Kit (66-69)
LM501349 Bearing and LM501310 Race
This kit contains differential and pinion bearings and races, seal, gasket, crush sleeve, shims, gear marking compound and ring gear bolts. This is a master kit not to be confused with an install kit that leaves out the differential bearings and some of the other parts.

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Third Member Rebuild Kit (70-77)
Item #: 8673
Third Member Rebuild Kit (70-77)
LM102910 Bearing and LM102949 Race
This kit contains differential and pinion bearings and races, seal, gasket, crush sleeve, shims, gear marking compound and ring gear bolts. This is a master kit not to be confused with an install kit that leaves out the differential bearings and some of the other parts.

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9" Pinion Yoke
Item #: 8646
9" Pinion Yoke

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