Are ARB lockers reliable?
ARB air lockers have proven to be strong, reliable, and quick to actuate on demand. We have used a number of them over the years with great success. Generally, the seals that contain the locking air pressure inside will last many, many years.
How much does it cost to install ARB air lockers?
the cost of installing a new arb rear air locker would be around 1100 for parts and then tap on another 500 or more for labor depending on where you are.
What do you need to know about ARB lockers?
There is an ARB application for just about every axle and axle combination on the road today. The ARB Air Locker is an air operated, driver controlled differential lock activated by pushing a dash-mounted button.
How does the differential work on an ARB locker?
The differential is then fully open allowing full, standard differential action. The ARB Air Locker only takes a split second to engage, making it the only, truly driver controlled, differential locking system. Since the ARB Air Locker is air activated, I needed to have an air source.
How did Dave install the ARB locker Slinger?
Dave installed the outer bearing race and then the inner bearing was installed by using a hydraulic press and a piece of tubing. Once this was done then the fun of setting the pinion depth began! Here you can see the pinion during a test installation before the slinger was installed.
Where does the air compressor go on an ARB?
When the dash mounted button is pushed, compressed air, delivered by the ARB 12 volt, on-board air compressor is passed via a 12 volt solenoid down an air line into the differential housing. The air travels into the differential center via a specially designed seal housing which seals against an extended bearing spigot.
Can a rear locker be activated on an ARB?
The harness does not allow the locker to activate unless the compressor is turned on and also to activate the front locker unless the rear locker is engaged first. This feature is disabled when running just the front ARB with no rear ARB Locker.
Do you need a slinger for an ARB locker?
A slinger helps hold the oil up around the pinion bearing and is required on many high pinion axles. We could now install the ring gear to the ARB locker. Sometimes the ring gear can be very tight and appear to not fit the carrier. DO NOT USE THE RING GEAR BOLTS TO PULL THE RING GEAR ONTO THE CARRIER.
Can a compressor be used as an ARB locker?
The harness for the compressor also has provisions for the ARB Locker switch for front and rear axles. The harness does not allow the locker to activate unless the compressor is turned on and also to activate the front locker unless the rear locker is engaged first. This feature is disabled when running just the front ARB with no rear ARB Locker.
What kind of warranty does ARB air lockers have?
For total peace of mind, all ARB Air Lockers® are backed by a comprehensive, five-year, unlimited miles warranty. Coupled with ARB’s extensive dealer network, you can be sure we’ll be there to support you in the unlikely event of an issue.