Anyone installed LOKKA on FZJ105

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Peru Darrell

Peru Darrell

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I've read the threads on the LOKKA(Aussie Lockers) and want to see if anyone has had any experiences with them on a 105.

I am thinking of putting one on the front axle only.
The truck is not USA model, it is South American.

Solid front axle, manual locking hubs, coil springs.

I am looking at the LOKKA because it seems to have the best feedback for the auto locking hubs. I am a volunteer on a budget which is why I am not considering the ARB air lockers or an e-locker.

I need something to keep me out of problems on washed out & muddy roads.
Thanks!!!
 
Since the Rear LSD is probably worn out, I figure I have 1 wheel drive at the front and rear, so the cheapest way to get 3x4 is to do the front (A little over $200 with Lokka).

& when the front hubs are unlocked, I won't have any of the clicking or drawbacks associated with auto lockers, plus it should last a long time since it only gets used when the hubs are locked, not during normal driving.
 
if yours it's an AWD Cruiser I would not go the outo locker route .. ( personal preference ) but this should not be ( on an AWD 105 ) any different that is in any AWD 80 series ..
 
This 105 is the manual locking model with an open diff(I believe)

Right, it should be like an older 80 model more than a 100
 
Does it snow there? I personally wouldn't want any type of auto-locker (Aussie, Detroit, etc.) on any front axle if there was any type of highway snow driving involved. I could see it as a cheap way to build up a dedicated wheelin' rig, but IMO would be a really bad idea for anything intended to get the family home in snowy conditions.
 
Nakman, thanks for the snowy comment, I lived in Summit county CO for 8 years, & understand snowy issues like you do.

Let me explain where we drive down here in Peru. Their version of a highway is what most in the US would complain to the governor about, that is assuming it is even paved. Rarely can you get over 50 mph. Most roads I am on are more like old mining trails that we drive slowly. Landslides, water crossings, deep muddy ruts and mud holes that can swallow a bus (think Camel Trophy Challenge). I have a winch, but in the mountains there is rarely a tree to hook up to.

I need a cheap get out of trouble pass, like I said, I'm a volunteer with limited funds.
If the conditions get too bad I can turn around and try again in a few days, but when conditions change mid village trip, I just need a little extra umpf. :)

If I'm just going to cause myself headaches with an auto locker I want to know now. Thanks Guys!
 
I put an Aussie Locker (lunchbox locker) in both the front and rear axle of my old '89 Toyota P/U and it worked GREAT! Very little noise, if I had the windows down and did a full steering wheel lock turn (left or right) I may here a little "click, click, click" but that's about all. They worked great in the dirt also.
I have to admit, I'd still prefer a selectable locker, which is what I put in my own 100 LC. It's a TJM air locker, and I already had the factory rear e-locker.

Hope this helps.
 
I bought a LOKKA for the front. After I install it I will post about how it works.
 
Installed the Lokka on the front axle in April. Lightly used it a few times in the first few months. Rainy season is here now and I had to use the Lokka to get through some thick, slimy, muddy ruts on about 25 miles of death road that I can normally get through in 2wd easily.

Pros: The Lokka hooked up great, doesn't make much noise and got me through the mud and up muddy steep inclines very well.

Cons: It has a very strong desire to re-center the steering wheel while turning. On tight switch-backs with 1000 ft drops, it can be un-nerving and requires 2 hands on the wheel and a firm grip.

It unlocks easily on grippy surfaces, but on slippery surfaces doesn't seem to have enough resistance to activate the ratchet mechanism.

Overall I am happy with it and for the cost you cannot beat the get you through anything confidence of a locked front axle.

BTW I have solid front axle, part-time 4wd, and manual locking hubs with an original stock LSD rear axle.
 
Would like to see some pics of the terrain if possible. But keep both hands on the wheel. :eek:
 

This is one shot of some of the switchbacks. Pretty country for wheeling.

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