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has anyone done this...

 

do you go with gm parts or those after-market ones that summit racing sells

 

i have 4.10 gears on the new frame

 

i plan on snow plowing and limited slip seemed to help my old truck alot...

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it seems they have problems with the GM "Gov-Lock" type units. I just bought an Auburn unit for my '95. found a used one, low miles, $150. The Eaton type are the best, but they are expensive new and hard to find used for the later 30 spline axles. :ehh:

MarkD Senior Enthusiast

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I looked into this with my '99.  The G80 (Eaton Gov-Lok) is kind of expensive.  It also takes talent to install.

 

I had decided to go with a Lock-Rite locker for about $100 less than the Eaton, good reliability (reviews), and ease of install.  Their literature says that the ring and pinion does not have to be removed to install the locker, therefore avoiding the difficulty of setting clearances and preload.  

 

They claim a shadetree mechanic can install it in a couple of hours, and avoid $200-$400 install charges for the Eaton.

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ok so i did my own homework....these are made by powertrax...almost bought one for my 71 k10 but i ended up having the entire rear end redone with limited slip...

 

now i have a different question...they make a new product called the no-slip traction system, its about the same price, but addresses the clicking with the locker...anyone know whats better??

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Yes, the new model is an evolutionary step.  It costs about $100 more and I was going to buy it until I decided to trade my truck.

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