Differentials??

[backcountry]

Hello all!

I am having a hard time tring to figure out what type of traction devices to install in my front and rear end of my 1973 Chevy K10 Long-bed pickup.

Since alot of you guys drive in snow more tham I do I figured maybe you would have some ideas.

I will use the truck for mostly on road and snow conditions with occasional off-road trips.

I was thinking of maybe an Auburn Gear Limited Slip in the rear, and either an Auburn Gear Limited Slip or true Locker in the front with new axles and u-joints. Any suggestions???

Thank you all for your help!


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Backcountry

 

[BranndonC]

i have never driven in the snow, but that sounds about right to me since i've heard bad storys about fully locked trucks in the snow with the wrong driver

 

[84_Chevy_K10]

My DD has a locker in the rear, trail rig has lockers in both ends.

I wouldn't have it any other way, and the snow hasn't bothered me yet.

 

[fwdjunky]

My stepside has a detroit in the rear and it turns into a giant brown sit and spin as soon as the roads are slick. I grew up in Colorado, have driven in the white stuff all my life, and I won't venture out in a snowstorm in my truck without the front hubs locked in. I can't even imagine what it would be like with both ends locked. I would definately suggest either a limited slip or a selectable for the front.

 

[K5MONSTERCHEV]

I would not use an Auburn unit, as they have cones instead of clutches and eat up the case.
A good posi is an Eaton. They are rebuldable, and you can make them tighter with differrent clutch packs and springs.