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Detroit
EZ-Locker Install
adding some extra traction to a CJ
The Detriot EZ-Locker
is an inexpensive but very effective means of obtaining a
true locking differential in your Jeep. Recently we
picked up one from OK Auto
and installed it into Glenn's
85 CJ-7.  His Jeep was equipped with a Dana 44 wide-trac
axle with an open differential.
First we drained the
gear lube and cleaned up the inside of the housing.
Then
both axles must be removed. With a little prying the
carrier assembly should come out. Some rears do not
require removing the carrier. The AMC model 20 does not. The ring gear was then removed and the
locker gears were installed following the directions.
The reverse
procedure is
followed for reinstallation. After refilling the gear
lube we went for a test ride, the driving characteristics
were noticeable especially when shifting and cornering.
It takes some getting used to so be careful. The
project took a little longer than we had hoped but we got it
done in two days.
The hardest part was getting the
differential out of the axle housing and cleaning up our bloody
knuckles. After a couple of trail rides it is obvious
the difference one makes, you get a feeling of more control
and less effort is put into navigating obstacles.
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