KAM Electronic DROP IN LOCKER

[Landybitz]

The KAM electronic locking differential ?DROP IN LOCKER? Vehicles both 2 and 4 wheel drive, require differentials. The differential allows the outer wheel to rotate faster than the inner wheel during a turn, this is necessary as during the turn the outer wheel travels further and faster than the inner wheel. The speed of the outer wheel is proportionally faster than the inner wheel. Without a differential the transmission would bind up during road driving causing tyre scrubbing and unpredictable steering. The differential assembly also couples the input shaft (usually a prop shaft) to a pinion which in turn drives a crown wheel which is attached to the differential. The crown wheel and pinion also provides the final drive gear ratio for the vehicle. From the differential half shafts connect the drive to the wheels. On high traction surfaces such as tarmac, torque is transferred equally through the differential to the wheels, driving the vehicle forward. On low traction surfaces like snow or when a wheel lifts clear of the ground while off road the drive follows the path of least resistance allowing the wheel with the least or even no traction to spin freely as the torque is directed through the differential.
This basic system is known as an open differential and is typically fitted to vehicles as standard. An open differential is ideal for a road going vehicle but has limited capability off road. Four wheel drive transmissions provide twice as much traction, but even the most capable 4x4 vehicle can lose grip or lift a wheel in extreme conditions causing the vehicle to spin to a halt.
Operation;
Fitting a KAM electronic locking differential known as the ?Drop in Locker? due to its ease of installation can make all the difference between success and failure when tackling off road obstacles or negotiating very low grip conditions.

Operating a dash mounted switch sends an electronic current via 2 high grade carbon brushes to 4 high power solenoids inside the differential which when energised, simultaneously pull a locking ring into engagement with the differential sun gear, immediately locking the differential gears and preventing the drive from following the path of least resistance. The unique patented design provides instant traction by transferring drive equally to each wheel. With ?Drop in Lockers? fitted front and rear your 4x4 can be driven in a much slower, more controlled manner reducing the likelihood of damage to the vehicle and the environment.
Advantages;
A manually operated locking differential means that you the driver has control, enjoy the precise and predictable handling of an ?open? diff on road and then 100% drive ?locked? when you need it most off road, simply engage and disengage the ?Drop in Lockers? as and when you need them.
The KAM ?Drop in Locker? has the simplest operating system of any switchable diff lock, no compressor, complicated wiring loom or air lines. 2 wires and an illuminated dash mounted switch is all that is required. The uncomplicated switch arrangement also means the ?Drop in Locker? is the fastest switchable diff lock to install, no cutting or welding is required. A simple drilled and tapped hole for the electrical cable gland is the only machining operation that is required. A competent DIY mechanic should take no more than a few hours to completely install a KAM ?Drop in Locker? from start to finish. No special oils are required and service parts such as bolts and bearings are all the same as Land Rover original.
Applications;
Land Rover Defender 90 24 spline 1994 on front and rear. The KAM Drop in Locker can be fitted into 1983-1994 Defender 90s and will require the half shafts to be changed to 24 spline. KAM450
Defender 110/130 24 spline 1994 on front. The KAM Drop in Locker can be fitted into 1983-1994 Defender 110/130s and will require the half shafts to be changed to 24 spline. KAM450
Defender 110 2002 on and Wolf (short nose) rear. KAM460
Discovery 1 and Range Rover Classic 24 spline 1994 on front and rear. The KAM Drop in Locker can be fitted into 1989-1994 Discovery 1s & 1971-1994 Range Rover Classics and will require the half shafts to be changed to 24 spline. KAM450
Discovery 2 1998-2004 front and rear. KAM450
P38 Range Rover 1994-2002 front and rear. KAM460

Technical;
Precision manufactured and heat treated using high grade materials
Super strong 2 piece housing
4 pinion centre
4 x electronic 12volt hi power solenoids
Industrial grade carbon brushes
Hardened steel slip ring
Neoprene slip ring isolators
9mm of locking gear engagement
4 high grade stainless steel disengagement springs
Illuminated switch and wiring loom.
Utilises Land Rover crown wheel bolts, carrier bearings and original spec oil (not supplied)
Fitting instructions
Benefits;
UK Manufactured
Full service and parts availability
Patented design
No compressor or air lines
No cutting or welding required
Fast and straightforward installation
Silent operation
Accepts original Land Rover prop shaft and 24 spline half shafts.
2 year warranty (excluding competition use, max tyre diameter 35?)

Please Contact

Landybitz for further Information and pricing.

[DiscoG]

How much for a 95 Disco rear?

[Keithy P38]

How much for a 95 Disco rear?

What does one for a P38 rear diff go for (including freight to Townsville, QLD??


Cheers
Keithy

[Peter90]

Hey,

i have done a bit of research and allot of reviews say you have to cut and weld your axle, is this an updated version and you can just fit it directly onto your axle?

Thanks


edit: just read the description again. "no cutting or welding"

[p38arover]

Hmm, two months and no reply to price questions!

[Marty90]

Website says $1675+40 postage.Apparently uses original axles.Made in the UK.I'd be interested to see what people think of it as i'll be in the market for diff locks in about 12 months

[Landybitz]

Hey,

i have done a bit of research and allot of reviews say you have to cut and weld your axle, is this an updated version and you can just fit it directly onto your axle?

Thanks


edit: just read the description again. "no cutting or welding"

Hi Peter

This is a drop in Locker, no cutting required standard pinions and bearings, or you cab use different bearings.

Cheers

Justin

[Landybitz]

Website says $1675+40 postage.Apparently uses original axles.Made in the UK.I'd be interested to see what people think of it as i'll be in the market for diff locks in about 12 months

Our pricing would be cheaper than that.