Topic: Tips for Installing An Aussie Locker In The Rear

[THK Matt]

So i just purchased an Aussie Locker for my rear axle.

I have some questions.



Can i just use Black RTV on the third instead of a gasket?
if i measure where everything is set at and bolted on on the third... can i just reinstall it back in those spots and be perfect?
or will the aussie throw my measurements off?

what are the torque specs for the bolts in the third?
anyone that can answer these for me, would be great.

[Elven]

Gasket would be a good idea and I have seen Red RVT used.....torque 19ft lbs for pickup rear ends and 34 on land cruiser rear ends  http://www.gearinstalls.com/brent.htm  Seems like since you just pull the spiders out everything should be ok to bolt all back together but checking your back lash again would not be a bad idea....imo If you drive it on the street just the reassurance would be nice.

[jimbo74]

talk to little buddy... hes done a few i think



if i remember correctly, its supposed to just drop in..... but i think i remember it doesnt, and needs to be re-setup a little bit......

[ZUK]

So i just purchased an Aussie Locker for my rear axle.

I have some questions.



Can i just use Black RTV on the third instead of a gasket?
if i measure where everything is set at and bolted on on the third... can i just reinstall it back in those spots and be perfect?
or will the aussie throw my measurements off?

what are the torque specs for the bolts in the third?
anyone that can answer these for me, would be great.

With clean surfaces you can use just rtv with good results. The only things you are effecting when you put an Aussie in is BL and CBPL. If you mark the positions of both wheel adjusters and re-assemble each to the correct side then your BL and CBPL will be exactly as before. Tighten the 4 bearing cap bolts to 75 ft/lb.....same with the ring gear bolts. ZUK

[THK Matt [OP]]

Thanks everyone.


I read your write up you did ZUK thats posted on the Aussie site.... and those were the one questions i had... thank you.