Date:         Tue, 3 Nov 2009 07:10:16 -0800
Reply-To:     Don Hanson <dhanson928@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         Don Hanson <dhanson928@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Peloquin torque biasing differential
Comments: To: "John C..." <JCarp2001@comcast.net>
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Locking diffs. unite the drive wheels into one unit.  When you turn a corner
both wheels will be forced to rotate exactly the same amount, but over the
ground, the wheel on the 'inside' travels a shorter distance than the
outside wheel.  So one or the other of the wheels will be forced to 'skid'
across the pavement.  Odd handling behavior, diminished tire life and broken
differentials can result.  Excellent traction, however, and no wear and tear
problems when used on loose surfaces like snow or sand.
  Don Hanson
On Tue, Nov 3, 2009 at 6:49 AM, John C... <JCarp2001@comcast.net> wrote:

> >>>I researched the differential before purchase,
>
> >>>so was pretty well aware of what I was getting into.
>
> >>>A locker would be wonderful in some situations,
>
> >>>but not very practical around town.
>
>
>
> Could someone clarify this info for me?
>
> What problems would a locker on a 2WD
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> give you? (around town or other wise?)
>
> Can they be added to an automatic?
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> Thanks,
>
> JC...
>