Locker problem / u-bolt conversion

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May have figured out part of the locker problem. Seems that the previous owner (father-in-law), used 85w140 gear oil in rear end. Thinking that oil may be too thick. Any thoughts?????

 

[Lumpy Grits]

Thick, yup. To 'heavy'-nope.
Don't need a new yoke-Just get a 'Speedy Sleeve'.
They work very well--
http://www.skf.com/group/products/s...als/wear-sleeves/skf-speedi-sleeve/index.html
LG

 

[Lightnin 1]

Changed the engagement springs on locker & put 75w 90 back in it. It is super fast on engaging, & releases quickly as needed. Sure hated to pay $34 for 4 springs & a set of pins but the jeep sure handles & drives better....

 

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I guess I jumped the gun on the leak. Evidently, I just needed the seal to swell up.. Hasn't leaked a drop in 6 days...

 

[Lumpy Grits]

I guess I jumped the gun on the leak. Evidently, I just needed the seal to swell up.. Hasn't leaked a drop in 6 days...

D'ats cause da oil is gone-
LG

 

[mtnwhlr]

Changed the engagement springs on locker & put 75w 90 back in it. It is super fast on engaging, & releases quickly as needed. Sure hated to pay $34 for 4 springs & a set of pins but the jeep sure handles & drives better....

I think $34 is a pretty cheap fix.

 

[Lightnin 1]

D'ats cause da oil is gone-
LG

Nope....... Still full!!!!

 

[Lightnin 1]

I think $34 is a pretty cheap fix.

Yep. I'm not gonna complain too much. Just glad I finally fixed it. It handles so much better!! Now if I could just go ahead & start on the engine/Transmission swap!!