Yeah I'd like to know as well. Re-gearing soon and need to replace front carrier, so might as well lock it...Wish I knew someone local with an aussie front to test drive.

 

Do some reading on the TrueTrac also. It is full case, and is very strong. About the same price as buying a lunchbox + a new carrier. It is a limited, so should be less strain on the front drivetrain than a full locker. Uses gears instead of clutches, so will not wear out. With the jk's electronics or a little brake pressure, it will 'lock up' to give closer to locker level performance when needed. And it is much more user friendly if you happen to drive on winter roads. (can you tell that this is my favorite d30 traction option? )

 

Yeah thanks I'll do that. It does snow from time to time here in NC, so something a bit more driveable in the winter...I'll do some research.

 

I've been running an Aussie in my front D30 for over 2 years now and I love it. I will eventually be adding a Detroit in the rear but for now I've been running through the double black diamond trails in SoCal with no issues.

I will say that I did break an axle shaft while out on the rocks, but I think it was my fault and not a result of the locker. I was winching myself through a tough obstacle and broke the U-joint. Since then I have gone through that (and many other) obstacles with no issues.

Here's a few short videos of the carnage.

http://s1022.photobucket.com/albums/...t=MOV03703.mp4
http://s1022.photobucket.com/albums/...3DMOV03702.mp4
http://s1022.photobucket.com/albums/...3DMOV03701.mp4

 

Stock axle and U-joint?

 

Yep, it’s the weak link in the D30. You can put a cromoloy shaft in the driver's side and equal out the axle strength between both sides but i really don't mind having that go instead of my R&P. It's an easy fix and not nearly as expensive.

 

Been running ARB up front more than 4 years now,no problems.D30 has C gussets and Alloy Axles,take it slow and you'll be fine.If everyone is so worried about locking the D30,then spend the money on a Pro Rock 44 or 60

 

I already have Chromolly on both sides. The stock U-joints are a known weak point on the JKs--primarily because of the lack of full C-clips. A cheap upgrade might be just to replace both of the stock U-joints with better, aftermarket products.

 

I can't see the videos, but you broke a ujoint 'while' you were winching? Fix the vids!! I want to see that!!

 

No issues with mine besides changing u-joints. Dana 30, lockright, stock axles. 3yrs