Gov-Lock in Non racing apps???

[redneckgames]

So in my 1500, Im looking for alittle more traction.

I could go with an auburn clutch style or the gov-lock style.

Gov-lock would be a true lock, while clutch would all depend on the condition of the clutches.

Im looking just for some more traction when I need it. Mostly when Im driving slowly up in the mountain around the house. Not rock crawling or anything, just need some improved traction in snow/mud.

Opinions? Thanks guys

I would never recommend a gov-lock in a street/racing condition, but as far as off-road at low speeds, I have no idea.

[Scotty_S-15]

I had a gov-lok in my old '94 1500. Seemed like it never worked, I swear I could get stuck on wet leaves. They're not supposed to lock up until about 15%??? differential in wheel speed.
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[redneckgames]

Originally Posted by Scotty_S-15

I had a gov-lok in my old '94 1500. Seemed like it never worked, I swear I could get stuck on wet leaves. They're not supposed to lock up until about 15%??? differential in wheel speed.
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really? I was thinking that they locked at a stop (no speed difference) and disengaged at ~15-20mph.

Id love to get a good locker, but $400 for a new one, vs. $150 for a used GM gov-loc or auburn style.

[desi]

I had a 2000 Z-71 that had this and it broke turning on a flat road with no foot in the pedal. Unless you already own it, I would not waste my money.

[Scotty_S-15]

Originally Posted by desi

I had a 2000 Z-71 that had this and it broke turning on a flat road with no foot in the pedal. Unless you already own it, I would not waste my money.

Regarless of how it works (or doesn't work), I think that statement sums it all up!
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[XTEN]

X3.I had one in a BBC 1500.It worked when it felt like it.It'd peg leg,then sometimes catch and throw you into the oncoming lane at will.I thought it was dangerous.Too unpredictable..

[SassyV8]

Better the way you are now ,I have a 91 1500 4wd ext cab and it has'nt failed me. I scare the sh*t out the ole lady when we has snow blizzin away.and ice..and get where we need to go.

[spacecadet]

I have a gov lock in my s10. I can't say that it didn't work. cause I'm sure that it did. I haven't blew one up yet. But I have seen one that have. Severe abuse like street racin and clutch dropping action will shoot pieces almost gaurentted.
While in the woods with mine the thing I noticed was that it took a bit for it to lock up and work. Once it was locked it was (well) locked.
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[redneckgames]

hmm. Well it looks like I should just wait out for a clutch style or head to a true locker.

Thanks guys, thats pretty much what I expected. Like I said, I would never use one in racing conditions, but I didnt know about off-road.

[redneckgames]

Well I ended up picking up an auburn style GM from a 96 Impala. As soon as I find someone that can swap the carrier bearings for me, I'll get it installed.

Thanks yet again guys.