[Mick70b]

Hi am new to the site and just wondering what the difference is between a mini spool and a lock rite rear locker for a Vitara? Are they the same thing? Do they work hand in hand with each other? etc

Thanks

[BlueSuzy]

Come on this is a very basic question and common.

Search Mini spool.

Permanetly locked like a welded diff


Search Lock-right/ Detroit/etc

Locks when load is applied to the diff from the tailshaft. Will release when load is released for cornering when setup correctly.

[atari4x4]

no need to Grimbo him, seems like a straight forward question.

as BlueSuzy said:

Mini Spool is the smart way to permanently lock you diff, not the most ideal set up for a road driven 4wd

Lock-Right/Auto locker will lock & unlock depending on the load & traction on & off road.

[Mick70b]

Thanks for replying so quickly!

So based on that info, for a daily driver that I also use for weekend 4wding and touring would the lock rite be a better all round choice?

[Rusho]

Fair go mate. He said he was new and didn't know. Welcome to Auszookers Mick. x2 with what he said above about how they work

[atari4x4]

Mick70b wrote:

Thanks for replying so quickly!

So based on that info, for a daily driver that I also use for weekend 4wding and touring would the lock rite be a better all round choice?

100% better choice!

Oh yeah, welcome to auszookers & we'll need pics of your Vitara....

[BlueSuzy]

Sorry, i was visiting outers

Lock-right is a better cheaper solution.

But i do not like all the things that can go wrong with them over time or even new..

Noise/Banging/Clicking
Shudder
Constant Wear
Handling

I run a welded rear. I love to drive her regularly, and no banging etc. Most of my problems come with tyre choice. Twisted axles etc etc. (Sierra)

Tyre wear over time is also an issue though. Also not legal. Unsure about auto lockers.

How hard do you/will you drive your suz?

[lump_a_charcoal]

Considered an air locker Mick?

I had a autolocker (lockright) in my Sierra for about 3 months, and absolutely hated it.

My order of preference would be -
Airlocker
Minispool
Genital herpes
AIDS
Lockright


Others have had a better time with their lockrights, but I hated it.



Welcome too.

[Ridge]

I know with my auto locker in the rear of my coily, i hardly notice it on road. You may have to change your driving style a little bit like when you are cornering, try to keep the speed constant or you may find it will grab. It will click and bang a little when parking, but it is nothing you wont get used too

[BlueSuzy]

Legendary Lumpa

[Mick70b]

Thanks for the info. Would love an air locker but looking at the $$$ and have a few other things i also want to do. Will try and upload some photos soon.

[smileysmoke]

im in the same boat.. i had a lockright in the rear and i hated the clicks and the randomness in the wet.. i am putting the minispool in this week/weekend. if it shits me too much im getting an airlocker.

[lump_a_charcoal]

smileysmoke wrote:

im in the same boat.. i had a lockright in the rear and i hated the clicks and the randomness in the wet.. i am putting the minispool in this week/weekend. if it shits me too much im getting an airlocker.

At least it will be consistent.

[kenn]

smileysmoke wrote:

im in the same boat.. i had a lockright in the rear and i hated the clicks and the randomness in the wet.. i am putting the minispool in this week/weekend. if it shits me too much im getting an airlocker.

Save your money up and buy the Air Locker. It will be worth the wait And you'll only spend your money once..

Oh and welcome Mick.