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Powertrax Lock-Right Locker or clutch style Suregrip?
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07/25/13 03:55 AM
07/25/13 03:55 AM
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of the two what are the pros and cons to each?
I have owned the SG units, but the Powertrax sound like a nice piece with what seems to be more of a true ratcheting lock feature.
Prices are similar between the two.
The other option is always full spool, but there is so much "do it", "dont do it", discussion for a street driven vehicle that I cant come to a good conclusion on using a spool.
Vehicle would be a 92 Dakota ex cab, shortbox, 5.2, auto with OD, and 3.73 gear in a B-body 8-3/4
No towing, no heavy hauling (the Dakota isn't made for hauling much) I do have up to 200lbs in the bed at given times with my tool box (constant weight of about 80lbs) my spare tire (around 40lbs) and occasionally the wheelchair (another 80lbs)
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Re: Powertrax Lock-Right Locker or clutch style Suregrip?
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07/25/13 04:09 AM
07/25/13 04:09 AM
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Iv only seen a GM Power Trax unit.. It appeared to be smaller in diameter than a normal Posi unit. I think Id rather have the larger factory unit. JMO... I can tell you that my 741 SG in my shorty will kick sideways on wet or snowy roads. On dry roads it launches perfectly straight.
I am truckless..
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Re: Powertrax Lock-Right Locker or clutch style Suregrip?
[Re: scratchnfotraction]
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07/25/13 08:02 PM
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I had one in my Duster360/904/3.91 gears. Pulled many a holeshot and never broke it and never felt any excess lash. Yes you do have the clacking noise on 90 degree turns but it also helps to run a heavy gear oil too. They aren't for everybody for sure.
1970 FE5 Duster 360/904/3.91's SOLD
1973 TB3 SpaceDuster 340/4spd/4.10's SOLD
Moparless for now but when the opportunity is right I'll have another one.
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Re: Powertrax Lock-Right Locker or clutch style Suregrip?
[Re: hp383]
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07/26/13 01:13 AM
07/26/13 01:13 AM
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Just sent you his phone number
who is that guy?
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Re: Powertrax Lock-Right Locker or clutch style Suregrip?
[Re: hp383]
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07/26/13 08:39 PM
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I got a message back from the guy. He said he sold it last night... Bummer.
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Re: Powertrax Lock-Right Locker or clutch style Suregrip?
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07/27/13 01:45 AM
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Well I know of a 3.91 741 case clutch type buts its missing the pin in the middle for axle adjustment for $250,I was going to buy it but I just found another clutch type cheaper and the 4.30 clutch in my RR is coming out when the Dana goes in.
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Re: Powertrax Lock-Right Locker or clutch style Suregrip?
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07/27/13 03:31 AM
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Quote:
of the two what are the pros and cons to each?
I have owned the SG units, but the Powertrax sound like a nice piece with what seems to be more of a true ratcheting lock feature.
Prices are similar between the two.
The other option is always full spool, but there is so much "do it", "dont do it", discussion for a street driven vehicle that I cant come to a good conclusion on using a spool.
Vehicle would be a 92 Dakota ex cab, shortbox, 5.2, auto with OD, and 3.73 gear in a B-body 8-3/4
No towing, no heavy hauling (the Dakota isn't made for hauling much) I do have up to 200lbs in the bed at given times with my tool box (constant weight of about 80lbs) my spare tire (around 40lbs) and occasionally the wheelchair (another 80lbs)
I have personally used the power trax units in 489 case mopars. they come with street or strip spring sets. use the street set . when letting off the throttle at crusing speeds , you will notice the disengagement of the locker. it will make the vehicle sway at the instant you let off.. it is noisy .. it does pop every few feet when turning.[sounds like something is broken in the rear]. a spool is going to cause problems with tire scrub for highway use... the vehicle will not want to turn easily. the clutch pack units are the most streetable and will hook you up real good -if it is properly installed-they will ware out with abuse ,the p.trax will take a beating and is a simple , quick install.. there's the pro's and con's 
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Re: Powertrax Lock-Right Locker or clutch style Suregrip?
[Re: viperblue72]
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07/28/13 01:33 AM
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For the street (and strip), limited slip SG should do the trick just fine. Powertrax is more for off-road, IMO, poor traction conditions with stock horsepower levels.
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