Aussie Locker coming out in July?

tjkj2002 · **Posted:** Tue Jul 22, 2008 11:28 am

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I have heard of way more issues with the ARB.

That was from install error and not the ARB itself,you gotta be very careful installing those 2 o-rings.

ARB's are not indestructable but they are way stronger then the aussie locker.A lunchbox style locker,like the aussie,only replaces the spider gears in the OEM carrier,except a axle like the Corporate 14 bolt the carrier is the weakest link in the axle.So you gain no strength when adding a lunchbox locker,you do add major stress on a already weak carrier.

Inc · **Posted:** Tue Jul 22, 2008 11:31 am

I know the difference between the two and regardless of how the Aussie is made I have only heard of one breaking ever. From my research the ARB, like I said, has way more issues. Whether it was install or not, there are way more issues.

tjkj2002 · **Posted:** Tue Jul 22, 2008 11:38 am

incubusmike wrote:

I know the difference between the two and regardless of how the Aussie is made I have only heard of one breaking ever. From my research the ARB, like I said, has way more issues. Whether it was install or not, there are way more issues.

I'm sure there are way more then one aussie breaking.There are way more ARB's on the road then aussie's,so yes your going to see more problems from the greater volume and I'd have to say at least 75% at least are hardcore wheelers that put the ARB to the max stress levels,levels that a aussie would never hold up to.

In the rock racing type series what type of lockers do you see? ARB's,Detroits,or full spools are used,no one runs a lunchbox style locker and they'd laugh at you for even mentioning one since they want strength.

Inc · **Posted:** Tue Jul 22, 2008 11:47 am

Do you think a KJ is a real hardcore off road rig when it runs 32s or 31s and has an IFS? Nope. There may be more than one Aussie breaking out there. Point is I couldn't find another one and that is the info I am going to go off. Info from people that have actually used it and not someone that totally disregards it and has no personal experience with it. I could care less if the big boys run ARB. I won't be wheeling where they are so I don't need one. Just because you don't run it Troy doesn't mean it isn't a good product. I could also care less what professional rock crawlers think. I don't buy stuff for my KJ so I don't get laughed at by other off roaders. I buy what I want because it is my Jeep and not because everyone else does it. Bottom line is Aussie makes a good product and stands behind it.

moose · **Posted:** Tue Jul 22, 2008 12:02 pm

incubusmike wrote:

Do you think a KJ is a real hardcore off road rig when it runs 32s or 31s and has an IFS? Nope. There may be more than one Aussie breaking out there. Point is I couldn't find another one and that is the info I am going to go off. Info from people that have actually used it and not someone that totally disregards it and has no personal experience with it. I could care less if the big boys run ARB. I won't be wheeling where they are so I don't need one. Just because you don't run it Troy doesn't mean it isn't a good product. I could also care less what professional rock crawlers think. I don't buy stuff for my KJ so I don't get laughed at by other off roaders. I buy what I want because it is my Jeep and not because everyone else does it. Bottom line is Aussie makes a good product and stands behind it.

If the idea wasn't to get laughed at, no one would buy a KJ for wheeling... :wink:

I'm more in your camp than Troy's on this one, although I see his points and think they have merit, especially if this was a wrangler forum. As it is, I'd rather put the $1G into Skink Sliders, a lunchbox locker, and a rusty's lift (even though "doing it right" would mean a Frankenlift and the ARB) and get on the trail than sit on the side lines and get the extra $1500 to "do it right", because then I'd also have to pull all the factory skids and replace them with Kilby's, regear to 4.10's, etc....

Inc · **Posted:** Tue Jul 22, 2008 12:04 pm

The beauty of all jeeps is that you can build them the way YOU want to build them and not how everyone else does it. Build it how you want and with products you trust and get out there.

modular · **Posted:** Tue Jul 22, 2008 4:29 pm

And so it continues........

"We have formally identified the problem and have established a plan for correction. Since we currenty cannot be assured of 100% fit on all Chrysler 8.25 axles we will be rescheduling the launch of this Aussie Locker model as soon as possible. We will be announcing the availability of this model on NAXJA and other BBS sites. We do not have an estimate on the time line for availability, but it will be longer than a month."

jsc7002 · **Posted:** Tue Jul 22, 2008 5:24 pm

well forget it :roll:

Im just gonna get the DTT or DL

Inc · **Posted:** Tue Jul 22, 2008 5:53 pm

Well then... that changes things quite a bit. Gotta look into something else I guess. This is a

dieselenthusiast · **Posted:** Tue Jul 22, 2008 6:07 pm

I also agree that everyone has the right to build their Jeep the way they want. I have been watching this thread for a long time and I see several people who really want a locker. So it didn’t make much sense to me why there weren’t more people going with the ARB. I’ll be the first to admit, I’ve wanted a locker ever since I road shotgun in TJKJ2002’s KJ on two different trails on two different occasions. I saw how the ARB worked (flawlessly) and saw the KJ do things that I didn’t think a KJ could do. However, if I really want a locker (which I do) then I will save up and buy the one that is of better quality. It’s not like we are talking $BIG MONEY$ between the ARB and the Aussie. If you really want a locker, then I suggest that you save up the extra cash and go with the one that you really want, not the one that is cheaper for the sake of it being cheaper. A Rusty’s Lift might be cheaper than a Frankenlift, but the Rusty’s will eventually sag. Again, you get what you pay for.

Inc · **Posted:** Tue Jul 22, 2008 6:36 pm

I have no real issues with the ARB. ARB is the off road giant it is by making great products and not crap. My only point about the ARB was that I had seen and heard more issues with it than an Aussie. That doesn't mean they suck or are bad, only I personally have seen and heard more issues with them. I never said the Aussie is better or stronger because it isn't. Now that Aussie is having major issues with the new locker coming out I am going to look elsewhere for a locker but I doubt it will be an ARB. Yes you get what you pay for, but Aussie really does make great products that work and would be perfect in a KJ (if they ever get it to fit). Not sure what I will do now. The one I really wanted was the Aussie so I didn't need to save for any other locker. I'm not running 35s on my KJ so I don't need the bombproof ARB. The Aussie is more than capable of handling 31s. Now that I doubt I can ever get the Aussie, I need to go back see what route I want to take.

tjkj2002 · **Posted:** Tue Jul 22, 2008 6:46 pm

Time for one of these,cheap and ultra strong,100% locked at all times :lol:

(J/K)

tommudd · **Posted:** Tue Jul 22, 2008 7:15 pm

Oh just do a Lincoln Locker and be done with it :twisted:

maybe a little hard arond turns but hey never have to worry about one wheel spinning and not the other! :wink:

JL Rockies · **Posted:** Tue Jul 22, 2008 7:17 pm

I use Aussie Formula Shampoo and it rocks.

I do applaud the importer for taking the time to test these things before releasing them to the public. There are far too many instances of "in field R & D" going on in this community.

I still will not buy one, but I do appreciate the care that went into making them right.

Inc · **Posted:** Tue Jul 22, 2008 7:20 pm

Yeah, it looks like the Aussie dropped the ball on this go around and will lose my business as well as others on here from what it looks like. That message that modular posted really bummed me out.

dieselenthusiast · **Posted:** Tue Jul 22, 2008 8:27 pm

incubusmike wrote:

Yeah, it looks like the Aussie dropped the ball on this go around and will lose my business as well as others on here from what it looks like. That message that modular posted really bummed me out.

I gathered that Aussie will be up and running once they resolve a few minor issues. Give them another two months and go from there. It will still be a good product for the type of locker you are wanting.

2006 KJ · **Posted:** Tue Jul 22, 2008 8:29 pm

man i'm really bummed too. now i dont know what to do. the powertrax has mixed reviews.... the ARB is tried and true but expensive. anyone on here have ARB's front and rear?

Inc · **Posted:** Tue Jul 22, 2008 8:29 pm

Yeah, problem is they originally said May. Pushed it back... and back... and back. Tired of waiting and then this. I know things happen but this sucks.

Guest · **Posted:** Tue Jul 22, 2008 9:02 pm

And this is why I was waiting for the 2nd run:D

They didn't say they'd be released...they said they'd aim for it. Ya can't get your hopes up when it comes to an almost 100% new product being manufactured and released. It happens...but don't get too down on them.

RespectMyLibertay · **Posted:** Tue Jul 22, 2008 9:28 pm

Somewhat off-topic.
A wise-man once said to me..."a locker will get you stuck farther from home. A winch will get you home."
A MileMarker Winch is just a few more bucks than a lunchbox style locker. I'm not saying a winch is a substitute for traction, but I do agree with the wise-man's saying.

Aussie Locker coming out in July?

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