[kevin dwyer]

my stock posi is worn out and i want to replace it. i bought a mini spool but it didnt fit in my stock carrier..i dont want a locker because they make too much noise locking and unlocking and dont want to spend alot on an eaton posi if my drag radials are going to destroy it like the stock one..
please help any sugestions would be great!

 

[LT1FFR]

I've seen rebuilt standard Auburns take a ton of abuse, I've also seen Auburn pro's wear their owners out with the noise. With the weight of these cars, I'd just put back in a stocker and have-at-it, replace when needed.
I had a Detroit Locker in my last car, it was scary coming out of the corners as the boost hits.

 

[Gary Evans]

another vote for rebuilding the stock unit. Its pretty easy. A rebuild kit costs $50 and you don't have to reset the gears. If you want it to be more positive go to the alternating disc method and shim it up good. Mine is currently too tight, I hope it will loosen a little. I put a torque wrench on it and maxed it out at 135 ft/lbs, I could not get it to differentiate. for comparison my 99 explorer axle dialed in at 70 ftlbs

 

[Bill]

How do you know if your posi is history? Also, where could we find info and instructions for rebuilding the stock unit.

When I exit a corner fast while autocrossing, my inside tire spins, but the rear end won't kick out as much I like. Could that be a weak posi?

Thanks,

Bill

 

[Gary Evans]

http://www.corral.net/tech/drivetrain/gears.html

the article includes setting gears and what not but part of the article talks about rebuilding the T-lock, I used the alternating method he talks about.

I reused the best two friction discs from the old clutch pak since the alternating uses 2 more frictions than stock.

 

[MCathcart]

You can locate Randy's Ring and Pinion, he'll sell the 8 disc clutch sets! I built mine with 8 friction discs and it works like a champ. (I wouldn't advise using the truck spring!)

Mike
FFR 2335