ELocker for Front End

[tourtek]

I just thought I'd let you all know that Eaton has come out with a 9.25 Electric Locker for the front differential on the H2. It is essentially the same unit we already have in the rear from the factory. I installed one in my H2 last week and it works very well.You can get these from www.4wheelparts.com (http://www.4wheelparts.com) or www.reiderracing.com (http://www.reiderracing.com). Also check out the Eaton web site for more info http://automotive.eaton.com/product/traction_stability/elocker.html.

[tourtek]

I just thought I'd let you all know that Eaton has come out with a 9.25 Electric Locker for the front differential on the H2. It is essentially the same unit we already have in the rear from the factory. I installed one in my H2 last week and it works very well.You can get these from www.4wheelparts.com (http://www.4wheelparts.com) or www.reiderracing.com (http://www.reiderracing.com). Also check out the Eaton web site for more info http://automotive.eaton.com/product/traction_stability/elocker.html.

[Longhorn]

May I ask how much you paid for the unit and installation?

What does the traction control system "think" about the locker? Does it still try to interfere or detect slippage?

Can the unit be hooked in-line with our existing factory set up? (same switch, smart disengage, etc)

thanks,

Longhorn

[Kevin B]

Do tell tourtek. Also does it effect the warrenty since it is an Eaton product?

[tourtek]

The Locker was around $600 and installation was another $600.
As far as the traction control system goes, I don't think it would make any attempt to engage since the axle is locked and there is no difference in side to side wheel speed. Check the posting on the ARB Locker for more thoughts on this.
The front locker has its own switch, as it should, because you would NOT want it to automatically engage in conjunction with the rear locker all the time. These things are only intended for very extreme and specific situations and conditions. In other words you can get in alot of trouble using a front locker in the wrong situation, since it severely effects your ability to STEER the vehicle.
The smart disengage issue is being looked into. At this point I don't think this thing is "idiot proof" and the operator is going to have to be "smart" enough to disengage it or not try to engage it at highway speed, which would be rather "exciting" and VERY expensive if attempted.
I have no idea how it effects the warranty but assume the same rules apply as with any other after market parts you install, that is unless you try to engage it at 80 mph, in which case you might have a hard time getting GM to cover the resulting mess!

[Kevin B]

Thanks for the info tourtek, Ill have to do my homework locally