Best Locker For The Corp. 14 Bolt FF

Started by TBigLug, February 19, 2009, 01:41:30 AM

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TBigLug

February 19, 2009, 01:41:30 AM
Other than a stick weld locker, what is the best locker in terms of reliability, longevity, cost and ease of installation?

What do you guys run?
Big John's the name, big horses are my game!

"Casper" 2004 Chevy Cavalier, 2.2, 5 sp. (g/f dd)
"The Hoopty" 1995 Mercury Grand marquis, 4.6L (my DD)
"My Chevy" 1992 Chevy Z71, 5.7L, 700R4 (Horse Hauler, Farm Truck, Cruiser)

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J.C.

#1
February 19, 2009, 01:43:59 AM
detroit locker. my dad puts them in 1000hp cars with dana 60s and the dont break. i figure they are just as strong for a 14bolt

just one more

#2
February 19, 2009, 03:42:02 PM
do you drive on the street? if not go with a spool, ALOT cheaper

four_by_ken

#3
February 19, 2009, 03:43:21 PM
No doubt... a Detroit.

Have one in my Suburban and also my Blazer. 
In need of a yank strap?  PM me... I have 'em!

four_by_ken

#4
February 19, 2009, 03:44:28 PM
Quote from: moparmudman on February 19, 2009, 03:42:02 PM
do you drive on the street? if not go with a spool, ALOT cheaper

Good point.  But, even when driving other than the street... have the ability to unlock at times is a plus.  But, if cost was that big of a factor, a spool is a great choice.

In need of a yank strap?  PM me... I have 'em!

betterbeaters

#5
February 19, 2009, 03:46:54 PM
DETROIT LOCKER!!! SWEET ON AND OFF ROAD!!! GOT ONE IN MY BOGGERS REAR END AND LOVE IT!
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7387chevynut

#6
February 19, 2009, 04:06:07 PM
detroit hands down...the winner,


just make sure the 14 bolt you have, is OPEN........meaning it has no limited slip or Gov lock.

Because a detroit locker will only fit in an open carrier.
chevvv

just one more

#7
February 20, 2009, 12:41:15 AM
detroits are awesome dont get me wrong, i have them f & r in my bogger.
all i'm saying is that spools are super cheap, if you only plan on bogging
you could save $400, considering mine were roughly $525 each not to mention
the install kits.

TBigLug

#8
February 20, 2009, 12:05:45 PM
This truck spends 75% of it's time as a DD. I had thought about a spool. With the killer deal I got on my tires I can afford to have them wear out a little faster. I just don't want it to have too bad of manners on the street for when Heather drives it.
Big John's the name, big horses are my game!

"Casper" 2004 Chevy Cavalier, 2.2, 5 sp. (g/f dd)
"The Hoopty" 1995 Mercury Grand marquis, 4.6L (my DD)
"My Chevy" 1992 Chevy Z71, 5.7L, 700R4 (Horse Hauler, Farm Truck, Cruiser)

"I'll keep my God, freedoms, constitution and my guns. Obama, you keep your change!" -Protesters Sign

"A free people ought not only to be armed and disciplined, but they should have sufficient arms and ammunition to maintain a status of independence from any who might attempt to abuse them, which would include their own government."  -- George Washington

TBigLug

#9
February 20, 2009, 12:06:39 PM
Now, what's your thoughts on buying a used locker? I saw one on Craigslist for $200.
Big John's the name, big horses are my game!

"Casper" 2004 Chevy Cavalier, 2.2, 5 sp. (g/f dd)
"The Hoopty" 1995 Mercury Grand marquis, 4.6L (my DD)
"My Chevy" 1992 Chevy Z71, 5.7L, 700R4 (Horse Hauler, Farm Truck, Cruiser)

"I'll keep my God, freedoms, constitution and my guns. Obama, you keep your change!" -Protesters Sign

"A free people ought not only to be armed and disciplined, but they should have sufficient arms and ammunition to maintain a status of independence from any who might attempt to abuse them, which would include their own government."  -- George Washington

four_by_ken

#10
February 20, 2009, 12:08:17 PM
Quote from: TBigLug on February 20, 2009, 12:05:45 PM
This truck spends 75% of it's time as a DD. I had thought about a spool. With the killer deal I got on my tires I can afford to have them wear out a little faster. I just don't want it to have too bad of manners on the street for when Heather drives it.

then you dont want a spool.  Spend the extra couple bucks and get the Detroit.

My old dd Suburban with a Detroit in the 14 and 33s was totally fine on the street.  Would only chirp when I got on it going around a turn.

Now, myCJ7 with a welded rear end was horrible on the street.  It would push the front when you turned and turning radius was almost doubled.  And tire wear will be excessive.
In need of a yank strap?  PM me... I have 'em!

four_by_ken

#11
February 20, 2009, 12:08:46 PM
Quote from: TBigLug on February 20, 2009, 12:06:39 PM
Now, what's your thoughts on buying a used locker? I saw one on Craigslist for $200.

Just check it over good.  Detroits are pretty damn durable.
In need of a yank strap?  PM me... I have 'em!
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