Thread: Strongest Option for DII diffs, axles and cv's

If I were you:

Ashcroft Lockers
Ashcroft's new ring and pinion gears (wouldn't bother with pegging - which is a brass block whish sits against the back of the ring gear to stop it deforming)

(the ashcroft version is on top)

"sewercap" the diff pan and strengthen as necessary:

Cheap, strong, and then you don't need a diff guard. (a standard weight butt weld pipe cap is ~$50).

what sort of tracks you want to do, iv got a arb rear locker in a wolf diff, with standed axels allround, iv done prity much all the hardest tracks at cruser and never had a problem, im running MTR 33s with off setrims aswell, with a very chiped and boosted td5 so its got the power to move the rubber around,

id just get lockers and see how you go, with lockers and CDL, 99% of the time theres no need to full noise and jump it, 1st gear and smooth revs and most tracks are very driverbull,

I pretty much just want something I never have to think about again.

With the V8 auto and 33's or 35's I think the extra strength is needed.

Having said that the D2 as it is with no CDL or lockers and 31's goes a long way compared to some other non LR vehicles.

I did some moderate stuff at City View on the weekend but am a little put of until the new transfer goes in with CDL.

At cruiser I have only done the easier tracks like Claw Gorge etc. did not attempt Camp Road or Telecom Hill.

I reckon the D2 as it is could do them, I am just not keen with my limited experience at this stage.

The driveline is starting to make some funny noises probably due to excessive wheel spin and the ABS / Traction Control kicking in.

if enything the auto would be even nicer on the drive train as its got smooth power derlivery,,, ( plus i think my td5 would giv ya 4.0L a good runn for its money)

if ur real serisos about running 35s then theres no choise realy,,, go the best stuff your wife and wallet will let you,

Originally Posted by CJT

I pretty much just want something I never have to think about again.


Having said that the D2 as it is with no CDL or lockers and 31's goes a long way compared to some other non LR vehicles.


At cruiser I have only done the easier tracks like Claw Gorge etc. did not attempt Camp Road or Telecom Hill.

Just get the Ashcroft catalogue and your credit card and buy everything they sell! Thats what i did, with the exception of the air lockers that they didnt make at the time. I will however being using them if the ARB's give up. Next on the list is the underdrive

For the tires your wanting 4.11's are the obvious choice, or i think that they are 4.125 now? Supposed to be stronger again.

I will be pegging mine as the smallest they will see is a 35 before too long and its worth the extra insurance when 12hours away from home competing. Jump on the Ashcroft site they have a good write up on there about what it is how it works etc.

As for going a long way non LR vehicles cant dont be fooled... I am a diehard LR fan and love when the D2 wipes smiles off faces but any GQ/GU or 80/105 series driver should be able to follow it anywhere.

The day you saw us up at cruiser my D2 was running less lift with same size tires and walked up Camp Rd open so dont be afraid to get in there n give it a go! Experience comes by doing! Youve had the D2 as long as ive had mine im fairly sure so get stuck in!

Any one have advice on trussing diffs, not so much the welding side of things but designs and fabrication?

Originally Posted by CJT

Any one have advice on trussing diffs, not so much the welding side of things but designs and fabrication?

Are you planning on doing jumps/running drop boxes/37's/600bhp?

Have a look on superiors site they do weld on kits for Hiluxes patrols etc it will give you the idea

Originally Posted by that_kid

Are you planning on doing jumps/running drop boxes/37's/600bhp?

Have a look on superiors site they do weld on kits for Hiluxes patrols etc it will give you the idea

I will check out their site for ideas.

And to your other question, a twin turbo V8 would be nice...

I get lots of ideas and put them into design...just need to build them now