I'm on the verge of re-gearing a recent non-locked 80-series (it's a 97), and also want to install front/rear lockers at the same time. I have brand new/uninstalled ARB's for the front/rear that I got with the purchase, however started reading and watching videos on the pros/cons of ARB vs. Eaton. A friend suggested using a Detroit/Auto locker in the rear and a selectable (ARB/Eaton) in the front, which would be the best of both worlds. This way, you have a robust time tested locker in the rear that has fewer weak points compared to a selectable locker.
My main concern is noises from the rear diff when driving it on the street/highway. For those who do have a Detroit, is it "clunky" at all when driving around town, or this happens only when making tighter turns like a u-turn, as opposed to turning left/right at a stop sign? I'm on 35's and re-gearing to 4.88's.
My main concern is noises from the rear diff when driving it on the street/highway. For those who do have a Detroit, is it "clunky" at all when driving around town, or this happens only when making tighter turns like a u-turn, as opposed to turning left/right at a stop sign? I'm on 35's and re-gearing to 4.88's.