lockers/spools vs. welding spiders

i welded the rear on my F-250, broke an axle but never a problem from the carrier. id weld it again if i wanted it full time locked up.

Garrett
 
I'd probably try JB Weld if I had a cheap supply, a welder was not available, and I had some screen or wire mesh to press into the outer layer to ensure any fragments or cracks don't come loose and float around in the rear end lube causing extreme wear and tear!
 
I have a factory limited slip in my d80 and open in the front. nice thread tho. I was wandering how much footage do you loose with the set up I have? spinning out at 275/280
 
I have a factory limited slip in my d80 and open in the front. nice thread tho. I was wandering how much footage do you loose with the set up I have? spinning out at 275/280 I just ordered arb for the front and mini spool for the rear along with axles so hope that setup works.
 
Anybody ever have the differential bearing spin on the carrier and change the diameter such that the bearing falls on and off like a dummy setup bearing? thats what happened to mine thats why I had to go to a spool!
 
tthomp said:
Anybody ever have the differential bearing spin on the carrier and change the diameter such that the bearing falls on and off like a dummy setup bearing? thats what happened to mine thats why I had to go to a spool!
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Seen this happen a lot in the old GM rear ends with the removable third member. Guys would tack the inner race to the carrier to keep it from spinning. Usually happens from too much load on the bearings.
 
Good thread! I am looking into these lockers, but know nothing about them. Is a Detroit Locker [rear axle] a good choice for a truck that is a DD & tows heavy? Thanks
 
I daily drove, hauled whatever I wanted, and sled pulled with a Detroit since 2006/2007. Definitely a doable option more affordable than an ARB or E locker.
 
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weld it
 
roachie said:
wrap the whole thing in a welding blanket and let it cool while wrapped up.
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Good tip. Covering the carrier in a bucket of oil dry works just as well if not better, and it's much cheaper.
Slow cooling is important.
Don't forget to remove the bearings before covering it in oil dry.
 
So welding the AAM 9.25 would be ok? I wouldnt have to worry about steering issues, while in 4wd? I DD mine every now and then? Also a welded rear wouldnt be good on the street either would it? I have heard there hard to steer? Just asking
 
MissouriHooker said:
So welding the AAM 9.25 would be ok? I wouldnt have to worry about steering issues, while in 4wd? I DD mine every now and then? Also a welded rear wouldnt be good on the street either would it? I have heard there hard to steer? Just asking
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Welding the AAM 9.25 is not a good idea. The guys welding their front carriers on here have CAD which you do not. You would not be able to steer whether you are in 2wd or 4wd.

You can get away with the welded rear...not something I would suggest driving everyday though.
 
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