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Yes, you still use the switch to shift in and out of 4x4

@@TorqMastersIndustries Thanks for your reply, my differential vibrates a lot, I changed the oil and it's still the same. By changing this, could the vibration be solved? It's a Maverick x3 std of 120 HP. 2018 model with 1500 total KM. Thanks

@@piloto8893 your viscolok could be failing or you could have a bad axle cup. I can't guarantee the TORQ Locker will fix the issue without inspecting the vehicle.

A clunk here an there is normal and does not damage the locker. A clunk can happen when the locker is going from forward to reverse while turning slow, like pulling into a parking spot.

You need to use heat gun first then use hammer, for any things stuck in the car use heat gun to expand metals

@KC-7mm the TORQ Locker has no tire size or HP limits in the 4 year warranty. As far as mechanical lockers go, the TORQ Locker has very good road manners. Most of our customers daily drive their vehicles.

For Subarus specifically we use OEM recommended oil weight. We've tried thicker gear oil and the locker didn't like it much. For Jeeps and trucks we recommend 85W-140 conventional.

@@TorqMastersIndustries Perfect. I will be installing tonight. Thanks for the instructional video.

I got the locker installed, but can’t get the axles to snap into place. Was I supposed to remove the circlips out of the locker first? Remove axle circlips? I didn’t see that in the video? Any tips to get the axles to seat in all the way (snap in)?

Nevermind I got it with some persuasion.

We don't recommend a front locker in an AWD Subaru. The TORQ Locker is fully mechanical and works automatically. You don't turn it on or off.

@@TorqMastersIndustries oh ok. thanks for the info

Hi @sstbrg1 please contact us via email for tech support. Info@torqmasters.com

I did, but your support needs detailed videos which, to make, will cost me money to reinstall the diff. I tried 3 different diffs so that's not it.

@ckli5768 we don't recommend our style of locker with TOYOTA AWD systems. It's fine with Subaru's however.

@@TorqMastersIndustries Thank you for letting me know, out of curiosity, how come these don't work well with Toyota AWD systems?

We don't have a Jeep JL video of a front and rear locker, but we could shoot one. We don't have a rear locker available for the JL rear axle, but we do have them for older Jeeps.

@@corajokinen253 i have an XJ amyway

Yes it does

Yes, you can buy our sundial tool to help remove it. torqmasters.com/product/sundial-tool-for-subaru-va2-type-differentials/

@ioanbugheanu6836 the locker sends torque to both wheel, no matter the traction level. When coasting and turning the locker can ratchet to allow for wheel speed differentiation.

It depends. A front locker in a 4wd vehicle is not engaged in 2wd. A rear locker in a AWD vehicle like the Subaru is engaged all the time but it doesn't have 100% torque to the rear differential. A rear locker in a 2WD or 4WD vehicle is always engaged. This style of locker allows for wheel speed differentiation and it does this by ratcheting.

Many things external to the locker can cause the locker to be louder in one vehicle vs another vehicle. That's why we shot this video in a stock jeep. After we lifted this jeep and changed wheel offset the clicking in 2wd went away completely.

We would not recommend a front axle locker because you don't have 2wd for on the road driving.

3 hours is realistic. Make sure you have the special socket before getting started. A mechanic will probably have the socket.

Yes you can still use X mode, and we do when we are offroading in deep mud.

Depending on the condition of the vehicle and any corrosion, install on a Subaru should take about 2 to 3 hours. Any 4x4 shop should be able to install the locker.

You can order directly from our website. Here's a link to the model you need torqmasters.com/product/torq-locker-tl-canam-front-differential-locker/

Have you checked out our Subaru Wilderness Install video? We break down every step for the install, it's pretty easy with normal tools. ruclips.net/video/sVIpCBFyMdQ/видео.html

Most of the 06 WRX's have a viscous limited slip rear differential - our lockers won't work with that case. You would need to swap in a used 5 Bolt style R-160 with matching gear ratio to run our locker. Our lockers are designed for on and off road use, most of our customers install in daily drivers.

It's a lot of work to put a TORQ Locker in the front of a Subaru, and we don't recommend it for on-road driving if you are only AWD - too much wear and tear on the front CV's. Customers have done it however.

You can certainly install one of our lockers if the fitment matches our offerings. It looks like you have a 5 Bolt style rear differential. We have heard from track racing guys that they don't like the additional backlash the locker adds, but you adjust your driving style to account for this. Traction control is not affected by the locker because there is no wheel slippage sensed by the system.

The Rav4 differentials are not suitable for this style of locker. They are cast aluminum and can crack.

​@@TorqMastersIndustries do they work with 4x4 like any regular Locker coz I got a 1992 Dodge Dakota 4x4 and that's open differential front and back and it's almost useless once the frame gets flex

@@jacobhughes3478 Yes. But unfortunately we don't have a model for either your front or rear axle.

@corajokinen253 oh that's ok ik a place were I am able to get one

@@TorqMastersIndustries thx

We have not noticed any change in fuel mileage.

We do not currently have one for the rear axle application

@Eric-qu2vp No, the locker will not cause any issues with the transfer case.

@banzaiib you are correct, the locker will only lock when torque is applied via the drive shaft/transfer case in 4wd hi and low. Likely you won't hear any ratcheting in 2wd, but if you do it will be slight. Dana 30's are our most popular selling model for the reasons you listed.

But I don't understand how to recognize it if it engaged. The wheels should spin in the same direction ?

Yes, the TORQ Locker is compatible with every Visco-Lok from 2007 to today

No problems going down hill at all. Only thing to note is when all of the weight of the vehicle is on the front axle it may be a bit harder to steer when rock crawling.

Thank you! I will be getting one soon!

@calfolkionized we do not do installs at our shop, but any 4x4 shop should be able to install our style of locker.

We use regular gas. We go through the build at the beginning of the video. Happy to help with any questions you have.

@@corajokinen253 Right. I just figured there was something jotted down on virtual paper, a website of some sorts. Either way, thank you for answering my question. 👍

Octane is going to be dependent on engine design and ECU tuning. The rest of a vehicle's drivetrain shouldn't have any impact on fuel requirements. Octane's main use is for preventing engine knock.

Any audible clicking varies by vehicle. Our Wilderness is nearly silent. TORQ Lockers in Subaru's are generally very quiet.

@@TorqMastersIndustries done. 👍👍

Works great, both rear tires will always spin when throttle is applied. In sand it's important to air down as well.

No, you don't have to adjust backlash at all. You don't touch the pinion. That's the beauty of this type of locker, easy to install. We like to say, if you can change the brakes on a car, you have the mechanical ability to install a TORQ Locker.

@@TorqMastersIndustries How does the TORQ locker affect daily drivability? Just Keep it in 2hi? Toyota does recommend putting my Tacoma in 4hi once a month to keep things lubricated. Im just concerned if having the front diff locked while driving will cause any issues. Thanks for the replies

​@@joshlopez9913 Normal daily driving in 2WD will feel the same as an open differential, no lock up at all in 2WD. You can use 4WD with a front locker on the road if needed in deep snow. One of your front axle shafts is always turning, that keeps things lubricated. I don't see a need to shift into 4wd once a month, we don't do that with any of our vehicles.

We can't comment on Subaru's warranty, that's their call, not ours. If there ever was a warranty issue you could remove the locker prior to bringing it in for drive train specific service work.

Thanks Guys!

What model Can-Am do you have? Maverick, Commander, Outlander, etc?

Outlander 700 xmr (new red one, 2023 model)

@@deporbs thanks for the additional info. Our locker will not work with your front diff. Looks like you have the 4Lok front diff. Our locker only works with the ViscoLok front diff.