True Trac or Detroit locker

**discowhite** · 16th October 2009, 05:55 AM

Originally Posted by rovercare

Yea, for the wife to drive to the shops scenario, the only thing she'd probably notice with a detroit is the odd "funny clunk/sound"

thats the only thing that the wife ever commented on also..''there was a ticking noise coming from the car when i reversed out of a park at woolies i hope i havent broken anything!''

Thanx 4 the replies.
It looks like if I bought the Detroit, I would also be more likely to need the axle upgrade, therefor the cost differance would be negligable.
Also not being the only driver of this vehicle could present probs, if u know what I mean

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Cheers Dean.

ide get some out of rover tracks, you can get a pair of HD axles landed here for less than a set of MDE or that other bloke in VIC cost.
i landed a set for the ute for under $650 would be cheaper now with the high dollar.

cheers phil

**rar110** · 16th October 2009, 08:13 AM

I think the following is a general consensus. Also, I have MDE axles/flanges (diff lock type) fitted already.

For TT:
Less noticable on road than Detroit, no need to change driving style (accelerating out of corners etc), more traction than without it, less likely than Detroit to cause side way sliding (never really understood this).

For Detroit:
Less expensive than TT, much more traction than TT off road, will work well with front TT.

I must admit I am leaning a bit toward of TT because of on road effect of Detroit and because it would probably perform ok in sand. Is there anyone in Brisbane (or going to the Canungra MJC meeting) who is game enough to let me take their Detroit fitted Defender for a quick drive?

**mark2** · 16th October 2009, 10:31 AM

Yes, it would be worthwhile to drive one and see what you think. You're more than welcome to drive mine if you're coming up the Sunshine Coast way at some stage. We might even be able to arrange a test on some sand!

**spudboy** · 16th October 2009, 11:17 AM

Originally Posted by rar110

For Detroit:
Less expensive than TT, much more traction than TT off road, will work well with front TT.

How much is a Detroit (ballpark)?

**rar110** · 16th October 2009, 02:46 PM

Originally Posted by spudboy

How much is a Detroit (ballpark)?

From memory the TT was about $120 AUD more, plus some bearings etc.

The Detroit was a bit over $600 AUD.

**dullbird** · 16th October 2009, 04:41 PM

really? I never thought a LSD would be more expensive than a full locker

**discowhite** · 16th October 2009, 05:31 PM

Originally Posted by dullbird

really? I never thought a LSD would be more expensive than a full locker

the manufacturing process is more involved for the TT.

cheers phil

**953** · 16th October 2009, 11:01 PM

Im with rar110, could someone give a quick explanation on sideslopes & lockers

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Cheers Dean.

**Furka** · 17th October 2009, 12:55 AM

In the case of a LSD like the Truetrack, how compatible is it with the Traction Control from a Disco 2 for example ?

I am very tempted to put two Truetrack on my TD5. What are their handicaps (if they are) in good pavement and aggressive drive ? Are they good on raining days ?

**justinc** · 17th October 2009, 08:35 AM

Originally Posted by 953

Im with rar110, could someone give a quick explanation on sideslopes & lockers

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Cheers Dean.

Dan,

I haven't yet had any issues with mine on side slopes, even running BFG mudders which have an average sideways grip.

I was warned about this and quite frankly haven't yet had any reason to be concerned. ANY slope with mud on it will cause the vehicle to slide downhill if the throttle is applied. Theoretically it should be worse with a locker engaged, but as yet I haven't found it a problem, at least no more than when I had an open diff in the rear.
(Note: Unlocking the CDL will reduce the 'bite' the Detroit has by not allowing a full 50% drive to the rear.)
JC

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