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  • #61
    Originally posted by cnfusedstu View Post
    I've just ordered front and rear e-lockers, so will be getting them installed in a few weeks. Can't wait.
    Also interested to hear about how your lockers go. In terms of install and what you think of them.
    [FONT="Comic Sans MS"][SIZE="2"]09 D4D Prado - Toyota issue White
    Wrench, Wheel, Wreck, Repeat... [/SIZE][/FONT]

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    • #62
      Originally posted by PLAYDOH View Post
      Are you saying Auto lockers aren't available for manual transmission Prados?

      Auto lockers can be used in manual transmission 4WD's, a automatic does not make an autolocker any more suitable than a manual either.
      Several people on here have asked the suppliers this question and they always come back and say you can't fit an auto-locker to a manual Prado. I can't say they have ever given a good explanation but they are quite certain.

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      • #63
        Originally posted by Trekrider View Post
        Several people on here have asked the suppliers this question and they always come back and say you can't fit an auto-locker to a manual Prado.
        Interesting...??

        Example, I've thought about how they would go in the Prado, I don't want to fit one, would rather save for some Eaton E-lockers. But I did notice in magazines and online that for the rear there is one available for "most". Does this have to do with different gear ratio's I didn't think it mattered?
        http://www.4wdsystems.com.au/index.php?id=70

        But, then on their customer feedback page there are Toyota Prado customers who have given feedback.. If it's real or not who knows.
        http://www.4wdsystems.com.au/index.php?id=123
        [FONT="Comic Sans MS"][SIZE="2"]09 D4D Prado - Toyota issue White
        Wrench, Wheel, Wreck, Repeat... [/SIZE][/FONT]

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        • #64
          Originally posted by PLAYDOH View Post
          Interesting...??

          Example, I've thought about how they would go in the Prado, I don't want to fit one, would rather save for some Eaton E-lockers. But I did notice in magazines and online that for the rear there is one available for "most". Does this have to do with different gear ratio's I didn't think it mattered?
          http://www.4wdsystems.com.au/index.php?id=70

          But, then on their customer feedback page there are Toyota Prado customers who have given feedback.. If it's real or not who knows.
          http://www.4wdsystems.com.au/index.php?id=123
          I'm really happy with mine - works well and lets me get up stuff where others fail

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          • #65
            Originally posted by Trekrider View Post
            Several people on here have asked the suppliers this question and they always come back and say you can't fit an auto-locker to a manual Prado. I can't say they have ever given a good explanation but they are quite certain.
            I am running a Lock Right locker(similar principle, mechanical auto-locker, but from the US) in the rear of my 2007 D4D manual and I am quite happy with it.
            So obviously you can fit it to a manual and it is not falling apart ;-)

            Cheers
            Michael

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            • #66
              Originally posted by PLAYDOH View Post
              Are you saying Auto lockers aren't available for manual transmission Prados?

              Auto lockers can be used in manual transmission 4WD's, a automatic does not make an autolocker any more suitable than a manual either.
              I suspect they aren't recommended for manuals because they (the lokkas) might not stand up well to shock load. Either that or the combined effect of sudden power from the manual transmission and the diff locking might place damaging shock load on the crown wheel and pinion gears, the Achilles heel of most Toyota 4wds.
              [B]Declan[/B]: [SIZE=1]1997 GXL 4.5 Auto 80 series on [B][COLOR="#FF0000"]LPG[/COLOR][/B], ARB bullbar, 2" OME lift, 32" MTZ, GME UHF, rear ARB locker, Kaymar spare wheel carrier[/SIZE]
              [B]PLANNED[/B]: [SIZE=1]3 or 4" suspension lift, 2" body lift (maybe), winch, 35" MTZ + roadies, front locker, sliders, cylinder head rebuilt for [B][COLOR="#FF0000"]LPG[/COLOR][/B], Garret [COLOR="#4499ff"][B]Turbocharger[/B][/COLOR][/SIZE]

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              • #67
                Originally posted by groeschel View Post
                I am running a Lock Right locker(similar principle, mechanical auto-locker, but from the US) in the rear of my 2007 D4D manual and I am quite happy with it.
                So obviously you can fit it to a manual and it is not falling apart ;-)

                Cheers
                Michael
                Yes, there would be nothing stopping you from fitting one to a manual if you really wanted as the diff centres are the same between manual and auto models.

                Its not falling apart for Michael... yet. 4wdsystems are in it to make money so there is obviously a good reason that they don't want people to use their lokkas in vehicles with a manual transmission.
                [B]Declan[/B]: [SIZE=1]1997 GXL 4.5 Auto 80 series on [B][COLOR="#FF0000"]LPG[/COLOR][/B], ARB bullbar, 2" OME lift, 32" MTZ, GME UHF, rear ARB locker, Kaymar spare wheel carrier[/SIZE]
                [B]PLANNED[/B]: [SIZE=1]3 or 4" suspension lift, 2" body lift (maybe), winch, 35" MTZ + roadies, front locker, sliders, cylinder head rebuilt for [B][COLOR="#FF0000"]LPG[/COLOR][/B], Garret [COLOR="#4499ff"][B]Turbocharger[/B][/COLOR][/SIZE]

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                • #68
                  Originally posted by williade View Post
                  4wdsystems are in it to make money so there is obviously a good reason that they don't want people to use their lokkas in vehicles with a manual transmission.
                  And they do offer a '3 Year Unconditional Warranty' so, as you say, they must have a reason.

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                  • #69
                    Originally posted by williade View Post
                    I suspect they aren't recommended for manuals because they (the lokkas) might not stand up well to shock load.
                    I don't think that is the reason, if they are selling them for other Land-cruisers, Patrol's, and a large majority of other large 4WD's for both the front and rear diffs.
                    [FONT="Comic Sans MS"][SIZE="2"]09 D4D Prado - Toyota issue White
                    Wrench, Wheel, Wreck, Repeat... [/SIZE][/FONT]

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                    • #70
                      Originally posted by PLAYDOH View Post
                      Land-cruisers, Patrol's, and a large majority of other large 4WD's for both the front and rear diffs.
                      With significantly larger diff centres and for all I know, they may not want you use them in Manual Patrols or Cruisers either.
                      [B]Declan[/B]: [SIZE=1]1997 GXL 4.5 Auto 80 series on [B][COLOR="#FF0000"]LPG[/COLOR][/B], ARB bullbar, 2" OME lift, 32" MTZ, GME UHF, rear ARB locker, Kaymar spare wheel carrier[/SIZE]
                      [B]PLANNED[/B]: [SIZE=1]3 or 4" suspension lift, 2" body lift (maybe), winch, 35" MTZ + roadies, front locker, sliders, cylinder head rebuilt for [B][COLOR="#FF0000"]LPG[/COLOR][/B], Garret [COLOR="#4499ff"][B]Turbocharger[/B][/COLOR][/SIZE]

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                      • #71
                        Originally posted by 4wd Supplies View Post
                        Hey guys not sure if you have seen the air lockers I have. They are a Chinese made locker complete with compressor and tyre inflation kit.

                        I wasn't to sure on these to start with so I bought one over to have a look and test it out. When it arrived I was very impressed with the cnc machined unit. I installed it into my car to make sure they could handle Aussie conditions. Now I have had it in the car for around 5 months and used it plenty of times and it has never let me down. The tyre inflation kit is abit of a joke but the actual compressor is quite good.

                        I can do the kits for $900 delivered so imo they are worth a look.

                        Check my website for pics and i look forward to hearing your opinions and answering any questions.

                        hi there,
                        do you have some more experience with this air-lockers you imported?
                        Any other takers/references, long term experience, limitations?

                        Any info appreciated.

                        Cheers
                        Michael

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                        • #72
                          Booked in for dual locker install later this month :-) :-) :-)
                          2000 Prado 95 Series 3.4 v6 GXL, OME Nitro Charger Sport, 2" lift, ARB Deluxe Bar, Warn WD9000, Safari Snorkel, GME TX4500, ARB Air Lockers, Hayman Reece Towbar, Ruffnuts seat covers, Sandgrabba mats

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