is anyone running bolt-on lockers like Aussie or Powertrax? How was the install and how do they work (I'm mainly interested in the front end)

 

I have an Aussie in the front D30.

Installed it myself, it was my second Aussie install (did one on my TJ).

Went perfect. The instructions are very detailed...follow them to the "T" and check all tolerances. Mine was perfect.

You got to get used to the ratchet sound when turning tight corners, but other than that you will not notice it on the road, and off road it is incredible. Check out the website in my sig and you can see it in action. Very tough.

I love it, and would highly recomend it, especially for the front.

 

Dude that is nice. So where does the ratchet sound come from when turning. Is the axle still locked?

 

i think there are some threads on this, but the aussie is not a selectable locker, and it is not a full time locker, it does serve its purpose. when you engage 4wd it engages i think or something like that...it was a long day at work

 

I had a powertrax in my TJ, the sound comes from pumpkin in the axel. It worked great but I was only running 31's. I would be afraid to run one with 35's. Anyone running this size tire chime in. Install was easy.