Lockout vs. drive slugs

Lockout

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skyhighZJ

skyhighZJ

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SITUATION: I have a late 80's Ford Dana 60 in the front of my '97 XJ. Motor, trans, and t/c are all stock so not a big hp scenario, 5.13 with grizzlies f&r. I have tried to build my junk primarily to crawl but down where I am stationed at Fort Polk there isn't much to do but ride trails and a little mud here and there so 4wd is a must.
QUESTION: I have drive slugs already but am looking for something more convenient until this Jeep becomes more "trail/rock only". As of now I still drive it to work occasionally and to and from wheeling/ camping trips. I have upgraded the front shafts w/ 35 spline outers and chromo. What are my lockout options.
 
paradisePWoffrd said:
What front joints are you running? Are you having issues by running slugs in the front currently?
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I am running the spicer greasble joints and with the slugs in it still will lock up the grizzlie on occasion even in 2wd with no load on the front driveline. That's why I'm looking into a selectable hub to be able to wheel more conveniently than taking the slugs in and out every time I decide to use 4wd.
 
skyhighZJ said:
I had heard that at one point they were having issues with aftermarket 35 spline stub shafts. Something about the length of the shaft?? Any idea if this has been remedied?
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Give ECGS a call, they would be able answer that question. 919-672-2705
 
Yukon hardcore locks. I don't know of anyone who has broken one yet. Plus it always gives you the option of disconnecting power and look pretty nice too.
 
skyhighZJ said:
I am running the spicer greasble joints and with the slugs in it still will lock up the grizzlie on occasion even in 2wd with no load on the front driveline. That's why I'm looking into a selectable hub to be able to wheel more conveniently than taking the slugs in and out every time I decide to use 4wd.
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I thought you were running non-greaseables? The hardcore hub is a good option. They have been known to cause some problems, because the lock out fits so tight the hub. If the stub is even a little longer than it should be, it can contact the back of the lockout and try and engage the locking hub while moving. It's something we see occasionally and typically just requires the end of the stub to be clearanced a little bit. The warn is still a good hub. It sticks out a bit farther, it's not as strong. But with a needle bearing style spicer joint it should be sufficient. BOTH lockouts have a lifetime warranty and you already have a set of slugs. So throw the slugs in the spare parts bag and IF you have problems with a lockout, all you have to do is swap it out and call on Monday for a warranty.
 
Cperry said:
I thought you were running non-greaseables? The hardcore hub is a good option. They have been known to cause some problems, because the lock out fits so tight the hub. If the stub is even a little longer than it should be, it can contact the back of the lockout and try and engage the locking hub while moving. It's something we see occasionally and typically just requires the end of the stub to be clearanced a little bit. The warn is still a good hub. It sticks out a bit farther, it's not as strong. But with a needle bearing style spicer joint it should be sufficient. BOTH lockouts have a lifetime warranty and you already have a set of slugs. So throw the slugs in the spare parts bag and IF you have problems with a lockout, all you have to do is swap it out and call on Monday for a warranty.
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I have the non greasbales from y'all but have been driving the XJ on the road a bit more than originally thought I would (it is actually very road friendly) so I put a set of greasables in there for road service.
 
I actually had an issue with mine at first. I bought them for my Chevy 60 in the 6.0 TJ buggy. At some point in shipping, the box was crushed. Only damage was to a spring. I noticed the spring was slightly deformed so I tried to straighten it back out and failed (so I found out later). I would drive 20+ miles at highway speeds from 0-70 mph and that faulty spring would cause the lockout to partially engage. It's very audible. I called Yukon and explained to them what happened and they rush shipped a replacement spring immediately. After that, worked flawlessly.
I can say I've never had a set of locking hubs with a smoother engagement than those had.
 
Another vote for the Yukon hardcore hubs. Been beating on mine for several years with no issues.
 
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