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which one can get you sideways...tru trac or locker??

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Old 09-27-2006, 11:12 AM
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As it says. Here's my thinking (ignorance showing). Locker; both wheels are engaged at all times while driving straight. Hit the gas and you go and stay straight. Tru Trac; only one wheel is engaged, hit the gas and the other wheel suddenly engages and you could end up sideways under certain conditions. Is this true?
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mine gets sideways sometimes anyway

But seriously, I think you are referring to a spooled or fully locked rear's tendency under wet condtions, mostly when turning.
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The true trac is a fast acting limited slip the only time the other wheel locks is when power is applied. It's the best setup for a daily driver
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The locker is more likely to cause the car to go sideways, as the car can get very unsettled when the rear engages and disengages. Bob




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