A locking differential, often referred to as a "locker," is a type of differential that enhances traction by ensuring both wheels on the same axle turn at the same speed, even when one has little or ...

There are lockers and knockers, limited slips and Sure Grips. Sometimes they're called Positractions and sometimes much worse. But this name game is really about the concept of pushing equal measures ...

Locking differentials are a type of differential used in vehicles to improve traction and handling, especially in off-road or challenging terrain conditions. The purpose of a locking differential is ...

Back in 2023, the Ford Motor Company sold 750,789 examples of the F-Series in the United States of America. Be that as it may, remember that General Motors sells full-size trucks under two brands.

In garages, on trails, and around campfires, debate will always rage over what single modification is most effective in creating a capable 4x4. Is there one magic mod that can dramatically improve ...

SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Power management company Eaton today announced its Vehicle Group is celebrating 50 years of MLocker ® differential production. The mechanical locking differential ...

We've seen some wrench benders in our travels, but Martin Barraza, the Drivetrain Direct technician in our photos, can disassemble an 8.8 axle about as fast as we can push the shutter on our Nikons.

Mark McNabb was a contributor at TopSpeed from 2013 to 2018. Growing up, Mark always had a mind for tinkering on random items throughout his home and dad’s garage, including a 1953 Ford Mainline and ...

It's the summer of 1974, and you're ready to kick up some dust on California's Rubicon Trail in your Jeep CJ-5. Hope you're ready for a workout. To engage the old Jeep's four-wheel drive, first you ...

Join us here for a little vicarious thrill. We're going to inspect the Detroit Locker, and since its makers (Detroit Automotive Products) adamantly bid owners not to pull the unit apart, this ...

2019-2022 MY Ford Ranger (M190 axle). 2021-2022 MY Ford Bronco G6 (M220 axle). 2003-10 MY Porsche Cayenne and Volkswagen Touareg. Various models of Land Rover 24-spline Rover Classic, Discovery and ...