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Post by Witchdoctor on Jan 29, 2007 19:09:18 GMT 11
Independent4x announces the NEW Isuzu Aussie Lockers Independent4x proudly announces the release of the Isuzu front 10-bolt IFS Aussie Locker automatic locking differential. RICHMOND, VA, January 2007 - Independent4x, in a joint venture with Torq-Masters Technology, Inc., is proud to announce the release of a new locker for the Isuzu 17-spline 10-bolt Independent Front Suspension (IFS) axle. Independent4x will be the exclusive stocking distributor of this long-awaited application. The first of two Aussie Locker automatic locking differential applications for Isuzu is set to ship during the first quarter of 2007. This front application covers the full range of 1987-2004 Isuzu 4 wheel drive vehicles: Trooper, Rodeo, Amigo/Rodeo Sport, 4x4 Pickup, Axiom, and Vehicross models. The second application, the Isuzu 26-spline 12-bolt rear locker, is currently under development and scheduled for release mid-year 2007. This locker will cover the rear Isuzu corporate 12-bolt axle found in all Troopers from late 1987-1997, Amigos and pickups through 1994, and all Vehicross models. This is an exciting new product as it will be the first locker of its kind to be developed for this axle. Both applications are currently available for pre-order by calling Independent4x at (804) 550-0480 Monday-Friday 9am –6pm EST or online at www.independent4x.com. Indepdendent4x also offers all other Aussie Locker applications, including the rear Dana 44 found in 1993-2004 Rodeos and 1998-2004 Amigo/Rodeo Sport vehicles. Davo |
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Post by Bruce on Jan 29, 2007 19:44:18 GMT 11
Do you know how much Dave? and is it the same sort of locker as Lokka?
Bruce
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Post by billyvanboheman on Feb 4, 2007 6:25:59 GMT 11
Here is a link to the page on their website. Click on Ausi Locker in the right hand menu and it goes straight to it, price is at the bottom! www.independent4x.com |
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Post by Bruce on Feb 4, 2007 20:09:05 GMT 11
Its the same as my 4WD Systems Lokka and I was told they will have the rear ones by the middle of the year to. So they (4WD Systems) must be exporting them.
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4x4DAN
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if ya see 4x4DAN toot.thats me.
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Post by 4x4DAN on Mar 19, 2007 21:22:36 GMT 11
hi billy what is this ball joint flip? i have the same model as you and have spent a good deal of time trying to get more hight in the front how do ya do it . Cheers dan
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Post by billyvanboheman on Mar 20, 2007 18:01:28 GMT 11
Hi 4x4 Dan, This is a link to the page on Club Isuzu main page, if you scroll down you will find a very helpful PDF file about the ball joint flip, along with lots of other handy info. clubisuzu.com/Workshop_Repairs.html |
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blumu
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Post by blumu on Jun 13, 2007 21:06:45 GMT 11
Not sure if everyone knows this already, but I just got an email back from 4wd systems saying the rear lokka wont be available until next year
Was also quoted AUD$615 for the front (delivered to Perth)
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Post by caffa on Jun 17, 2007 10:33:29 GMT 11
Its the same as my 4WD Systems Lokka and I was told they will have the rear ones by the middle of the year to. So they (4WD Systems) must be exporting them. Eggsaccery what I was thinking. Was also thinking that with a bit of shopping around, you could do better than that price locally too... |
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fly3r
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Shmoou
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Post by fly3r on Aug 6, 2007 19:03:33 GMT 11
So are the assie lockers the same as the one from 4wdsystems?? and is there a dealer for these in australia???
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Post by mudgrip4 on Aug 7, 2007 11:09:29 GMT 11
Just deal direct and call 4wd Systems Online - near Adelaide - get number from directory service. They manufacture the aussie Lokka brand auto-locker. Do ask them for their best club price or you'll end up paying full retail which can be $600A or so, rather than $450-525 AUS.
Mike
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fly3r
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Shmoou
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Post by fly3r on Aug 7, 2007 11:21:36 GMT 11
Thanks mike i will do that! im looking forward to getting one!!
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Post by Pissy on Aug 14, 2007 13:59:22 GMT 11
Anyone have any ideas how a rear AUTO locker would effect driving and handling? Will the car do strange things when cornering quickly, U-turns and how the tyres handle it  Cheers Chris |
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Post by geeves on Aug 14, 2007 19:44:27 GMT 11
I belive they are a little like lsd. beter in a longer wagon but ok apart from a little clicking as long a you dont boot it in the corner. As long as they are set up right and you use minimum power they allow the wheels to turn at different speeds better that a lsd. Remember the autto locker puts the most power to the wheel going the slowest which will be on the inside of the corner
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Post by Pissy on Aug 15, 2007 10:13:07 GMT 11
The reason why I asked is that my front auto locker sometimes churps the front tyres when slow turning on bitumen as if they were NOT unlocking to allow the outside tyre to rotate quicker than the inside one? Incredibly heavy steering too Must be "tight",...I don't know.
cheers
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Post by Jimmu on Aug 15, 2007 10:24:40 GMT 11
You will hear it unlocking as it clicks.
If it is not clicking when turning not under power then there is a problem.
I take it you were just testing it on the bitumen?
Jimmy
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Post by mudgrip4 on Aug 15, 2007 11:50:33 GMT 11
Jimmu's question is right! - it is not recommended you use front lockers on bitumen, and best to avoid using them at all except at v low speeds when on public roads. They are quite usable off road when going slowly, but do make make steering more heavy - not for on road use at speed.
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Post by geeves on Aug 15, 2007 12:20:10 GMT 11
Do not ever use 4wd on a hard surface. Even without a locker you can get the reults you describe and in lesser trucks you can break an axle or transfer case. Only exception to this is vehicals with full time 4wd which use a proper center diff instead of a transfer case which allows the front and back wheels to turn at different speeds. Transfer case like ours means the front and back wheels must travel at the same speed but the front wheels have to go furthur when cornering
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jer0
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Post by jer0 on Dec 15, 2007 17:41:47 GMT 11
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Post by mudgrip4 on Dec 16, 2007 20:41:57 GMT 11
Just wondering what isuzus this new rear diff lokka will fit. My 88 swb bighorn had a 17 spline 28.4mm front diff - can't recall how many bolts - and the Aussie lokka fitted it. This new lokka is a rear 12 bolt 26 spline. Does anyone happen to know what the rear diff setup is for our NZ/AUS bighorns - and will the new product fit these. Or is it for an american variant trooper?
Thanks, Mike.
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Post by geeves on Dec 17, 2007 7:50:48 GMT 11
This is for the rear diff on all isuzus from 88ish onwards ie the 2.8 bighorns all the Mus all the 3.1 and 3.0 engined 4wds. The locker you fitted to the front of your wagon also fits the front on all the above and the rear of the earlier bighorns with the 2.2 diesel or the 2.3 petrol. The 2.6 is a bit harder as it crossed over the 2 diff designs but if you have rear disscks this new rear locker is the one to get.
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