Types of differentials/Traction aiding devices

[Pat Ford]

Previously, you (Todd....!!) wrote:
> Can ya do a W.O.T. launch with the button OFF, then turn it on in the
> middle of the launch, under FULL TORQUE?

never tried ( the landrover is not a good drag strip machine)

> 
> Just how strong is this unit?

I've sheared off driveshafts, half shafts, never had a problem with 
the diff

> 
> AND, would a car with one of these air posi's get better gas mileage
> with the posi OFF than it would with the air-posi on?

that one of the huge advantages, its a fully open dif until you lock it,
then it works like a spool. there is NO slip the axle is locked solid..

> 
> Just wondrinnnnn.........
> 
> 
> LATER!
> 
> Todd....!!
> 
> 
> Frederic Breitwieser wrote:
> > 
> > > The type of posi is NOT dictated by the type of rear it's in or made for. There are limited slip, Torsen and locking differentials made for the Dana 60. If you want to know what type of unit is in the rear you'll have to actually look at it.
> > 
> > And this is not a sarcastic response, either :)
> > 
> > I'd highly recommend an ARB airlocker for this rear.  direct bolt in,
> > easy to control with a pushbutton, and totally open when needed.
> > 
> > --
> > 
> > Frederic Breitwieser
> > Bridgeport CT 06606
> > 
> > 1993 Supercharged Lincoln Continental
> > 1989 HWMMV w/turbocharged 500cid Caddy
> > 1975 Dodge D200 Club Cab soon to have 431 stroker + turbos
> > 2000 (I hope) Buick GTP (Mid-Engined Sports Car)
> 

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