Date: Sun, 22 Dec 1996 22:47:15 -0500 From: Ron <rgeer-at-summit.net> Subject: Re: 4wd w/ open axles... Jim Weisflock wrote: > > Okay, I'm becoming slightly confused on this thread, I only thought > lockers were for heavy duty off-road use only, seems I'm wrong. > > What I want to know is are there lockers available for our rigs that can > put power to all 4 wheels, yet retain the ability to use the 4wd on any > surface, any speed, and switch drive modes anytime? (I got Selec-Trac in > mine, I'd like to retain it) If so, what's the good brand and how much > $green$? It is tough to explain the differences (pros/cons) of differential systems in only a few paragraphs, but this is how I understand the subject: Open - possible for only one wheel in front, one in back to be spinning Limited slip - same as above, except less likely, because a friction mechanism attempts to keep both wheels on the same axle spinning together. Good for on-road use, helps some off-road too. Does wear out after time. (many types) Lockers - will always spin two wheels on the same axle. Allows turns on pavement because the outside wheel "ratchets" ahead of the inside. Probably intended more for off-road (and makes a huge difference), but can be driven on-road if you can live with the quirks, such as torque steer, and in some cases will chirp the tires in turns. These lockers are automatic, no way to "turn-on or turn-off". (detroit locker and lock-right) ARB locker - allows the driver to decide whether to run locked or not. Possibly the best compromise, but also the most expensive. Also in conditions where you would be running from hard pavement and snow intermittently, then you would be constantly switching back and forth (or just leave unlocked until you really need it). Spool or welded spiders - off-road only. The wheels always run the same speed. > Having all 4 wheels going would be very nice, much easier to > get unstuck and probably double the traction on slick surfaces, probably > use more gas too... Having all four wheels locked on slippery surfaces is not always what you want. Maybe so when blasting thru deep snow etc. , but not in a off-camber curve. Can get you in big trouble, fast. Hope this helps, Ron[Back to Top]
Date: Sun, 22 Dec 1996 22:47:33 -0500 From: Ron <rgeer-at-summit.net> Subject: Re: Checking to see if the QT is good... Ron wrote: > >I would like the article, I plan to rebuild my QT in the next few > >months. > > Joe Sego wrote: > Hi Ron, > Just sent the message your way, you probably already have it. > Let me know if you need any questions answered. I have all > the Borg Warner QT skematics/info.> > C'ya > Joe- Thanks Joe, I'm not sure when I will dig into it, but when I do, I may have to contact you. I saved the article to read again later. I liked your suggestion for using cut-off bolts as guide pins, I will do that, when it comes time. Ron[Back to Top]
Date: Sun, 22 Dec 1996 22:54:05 -0500 From: Ron <rgeer-at-summit.net> Subject: Re: Wanted - front turn signal lens - 81 GW Jack McAdams wrote: > > My brother (in Utah) has an '81 GW. Just found out he had his turn signal > lens ripped off. Anybody have one lying around? The obvious question is > left or right - I don't know!! Got two?? I have them for a '79 Cherokee, don't know if they are the same. Just curious, by ripped off ... do you mean stolen, or tore off on a tree/rock somewhere :) Ron[Back to Top]
Date: Sun, 22 Dec 1996 20:11:01 -0800
From: john <john-at->
Subject: Re: parts CDs
At 10:37 AM 12/22/96 -0800, Allan Weidenheimer wrote:
>Michael:
> If we can figure these things out, I have a CD-Writer in my PC at work,
>which I could use to copy them for interested parties.
>
>If they are UNIX based, maybe John's LINUX system can get into them.
>John, do you have X-windows running on that box? I'd think X-win might be
>required to support the graphics. Maybe I can swing by John's house when he
>has them and we can put two heads together on them. I _SURE_ would
>like to have a parts manual for my '84.
sure, is there any way of telneting into your pc at work? we could
read/write from here...
The GUI part isn't the issue, the issue is whether we can break the
proprietary code/process to read the graphics... :)
btwn NT and LINUX, we might be able to figure something out...
john
>
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[Back to Top]Date: Sun, 22 Dec 1996 20:12:14 -0800
From: john <john-at->
Subject: Re: only one jeep????
At 05:32 PM 12/22/96 -0800, Allan Weidenheimer wrote:
>'Jeep. There's only one' (Thankfully, because I wouldn't have time to fix
two!
SO THAT's MY PROBLEM... I've got TWO!!!! arrrgghhhhh...... :)
john
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