Sorry if this is a stupid question.

I have seen in a couple of threads...people using BLD ..........is this the same as slip lock diff............. as is an option you can get......... which mine does not have or is it something different and how do you know if you have it or not?

Thanks
Derek

 

BLD is Brake Lock Differential. It is standard on all 4x4 JK's. Essentially it is when the traction control system applies the brakes to a spinning wheel, to redirect power to the other wheel with more traction. From what I have seen and experienced it is beneficial, but it is no replacement for actual lockers (standard on the Rubicon).

 

Ah ok. So there is not interaction when this is activated.... IE it does it automatically....

this is cool I know they wouldnt be as good as lockers, but at least I have something even if its a little something lol

 

And additionally it is not a part of ESP, so it can not be disabled with the ESP button. Probably the only way to turn it off would be to reprogram the computer.

But obviously it is not active on a Rubi with it's axles locked. There would be no speed difference between the wheels so it would not activate.

 

Yes sir it is.

 

Software lockers.

 

I've found it to be very effective when combined with the LSD. So much so that at this point I'm planning on installing a front locker this Spring and leaving the rear diff alone.

 

I dont want to install any lockers due to warrenty issues.......so this BLD is good to know at least I have something to help me get along