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  1. 4bogginchevys

    Converting M1009 front differential to Pos--trac style

    One good reason that some get rid of an open diff is to eliminate the weak center pin design. That was my motivation atleast, and others around here. When I changed gears last time I checked the tolerances on the spider gears and it was a loose at best....after consideration I decided to...
  2. 4bogginchevys

    Converting M1009 front differential to Pos--trac style

    lockers have terrible road manners, hope your planning on mostly off road use of the vehicle. A good limited slip is still the best choice in my opinion..something with a high bias ratio of 3.0 or more (max is 3.5). You can get better results from a posi too by using the brakes a little when one...
  3. 4bogginchevys

    Converting M1009 front differential to Pos--trac style

    In all seriousness, the best way i've found is to use a block of fake wood (trex) and use it for a pad on the pinion snout. I'ts a nice even push on the carrier. I generally use a couple strategically placd blocks of wood with a pillow to catch the falling carrier if a buddy is not available...
  4. 4bogginchevys

    Converting M1009 front differential to Pos--trac style

    That diff is OPEN, if they spun at the same speed it would be very difficult to turn in 4wd....is it? Doesn't sound like a problem from here....
  5. 4bogginchevys

    Converting M1009 front differential to Pos--trac style

    #1.....28 splines, dana 44 is 30 and is wrong #2.....Make sure the corporate carrier you get is for 3.73 and down #3......use any 70-80-90 you want, limited slip additive prevents "chatter" of the clutches with-in the case, I have gone without using the additive many times on a diff flush...
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