You haven't posted in awhile, but wanted to take a moment to say thank you for the videos you have done. As a XJ owner, you've been very helpful to me as I complete my own maintenance on my XJ. Thank you for all your hard work.
@@AdmiralOffRoad, old video I know, but does your spartan lockers clunk alot? Mine does, I think im going to pull it out to inspect it. I've read alot of people say it clunks alot, and some say it doesn't.
The easiest and safest way to pull the carrier out is wrap a ratchet strap around it and hook to the frame/number etc. Then tighten ratchet strap until she comes out. Soft strap wont gouge anything and you wont ruin your sealing surface.
Hey there I'm a new subscriber and just noticed you don't have any adventure videos with that awesome jeep. Wuts up with that? I love my xj and I have just as many pics and videos of it as I do of my kids. Really like the work you're doing but let's see that xj play too!- JohnK
Depending on the gear ratio that you are going with, you might need a new carrier. Other than that, you would need to adjust the shims to ensure the gears are meshing properly. It takes some time to get it perfect but it's not too difficult
It makes noise but doesn't change much in 2wd. In 4wd it makes the steering feel a bit heavier because it wants both tires turning at the same speed but nothing unmanageable
Ok. I have a problem I guess. I installed a Spartan Locker and a one piece Cherokee axle on my 91 Wrangler YJ. It won't ratchet like yours . It ate up my tires. I almost went back to the original 2 piece axle
Hey there, thanks for the information. Have you had problems with the Spartan Locker on the Dana 30 with one piece axle?. I have a Jeep YJ , I did a one piece axle conversion, and a Spartan Locker. It's feels locked up all the time. I was told, my specs were off. What specs ?.HELP PLEASEE
I’ve got a 92 Cherokee that I blew the engine up in. I’ve swapped it out for a 95. Everything is back in but I have a short somewhere that keeps blowing the alt power fuses, any ideas what could be causing this??? You have great videos!!!
Thanks! One way to check would be to pull fuses one at a time and if you pull one and it stops blowing the alt fuse, the short is most likely in that circuit
Keith Lea yes, 5 times at autozone on one and 3 times on another that I have. I’m checking all my grounds which may be it but I think it may be a bad wire as wel
Well if its not a short to ground in your alternator. I have found that in most eng swaps that now experience electrical issues are ground related or the engine came out of a different newer year and the computer didnt get swapped with the engine. First thing removr all your grounds and clean them the bolt and block surfaces. Make sure you have all the grounds that are required for your year and that they are all in good shape. If all that checks out start tracking down the power wires to your alternator. batt to alt . alt to fuse box. ignition to alt . Check to make sure your wiring at your electrical compartment are the same and wired the same . From year to year they used the same plugs but switched the wiring order around. Check with Eric the car guy on RUclips he has a form for this stuff. Talk to your local high school or votec school's automotive school for more information most have a great collection of shop manuals. Hope this helps some
Thanks everyone for the help. After analyzing everything I reloaded that I made a mistake. I took the wire that was meant for the alternator power and tried grounding that out, then the alternator ground wire I was using as the power 🤦♂️. Silly mistake but after switching it’s amazing how you don’t blow fuses 😂!
I used to daily it with the rear locker and I noticed it at first but got used to it pretty quick. Really only noticed it in parking lots when making a low speed turn from a stop. Other than that, its not too bad. Haven't driven too much on the street with the front locker but so far its not noticeable
I have a 97 XJ Cherokee 4 door excellent condition 70,000 miles I just bought a BDS 4 and 1/2 inch long arm lift kit with ARB lockers front and rear what tire size should I be running 31 or 33 I am regearing front and rear axle to 4:10 ratio
33s will hurt the milage a bit and be more expensive to replace but will give you more clearance offroad. I started out with 31s on my 4.5in lift and I thought they looked a little small. Personal preference but I think 33s fill up the wheel wells a little better.
@@AdmiralOffRoad okay that's exactly what I was thinking I have seen photos of four and a half inch lift and 30 ones and it just don't look right I think 33s is minimum tire size for a 4 and 1/2 inch lift on the XJ we are definitely on the same page
It clicks when you turn but it does not engage in 2wd. If you have locking hubs or a vaccum disconnect it won't actually click in 2wd and you won't even notice
I was extremely disappointed, I just did this installation today, everything went fine, till I discovered that there is no spartan sticker in the kit!! what's with that??
Any time you are messing with any steering components, it's a good idea to check the alignment, especially on a vehicle that will see a lot of road miles but in this case, since we didn't actually change the length of the tie rod or any other steering components, and the alignment wasn't affected.
Yes, without unlocking hubs, the axle gears will still be turning with the front wheels, even in 2 wheel drive and you will still hear the sound. If you have hubs that can unlock, the front wheels can spin without the axle gears spinning and you wouldn't get any noise
Devon also check out my 92Cherokee on my channel no other like it and iv worked on it using your video's A LOT THANKS SOOO MUCH FOR MAKING THESE VIDEO'S JEEP BROTHER ✌😝🤙
Was thinking same thing. Moved to Michigan from Florida in February. Put mine in the ditch twice first week. Tire guy explained how tire treads are so different up here. Even AT tires bought in Florida same brand bought in Michigan are different.
I have this locker in the rear of my 96 Cherokee. Live in North Dakota and play in feet of snow and its a beast. On dry pavement its loud. But the offroad capabilities are great.
Great Video Man But I was eating lunch and When I came Back and Started watching it again you were Torquing the ring Gear Bolts well Sorry man but you Missed One I went Back in Slow - Mo and I am Positive that you Missed One Sorry But I just wanted to See if I could Get the Hair on the Back of your Neck to Stand Up for just a Second LOL. I have Been Doing things like this for Years and a Friend of Mine that was There watching me do this Told me the Same thing and Now I am like No Way and the Hair did stand up when he said Just Kidding. Great Video Man You have Helped a lot of Guys Out There that would have been Lost without Your Video, Videos and even You Tube were Non Existent when I was doing things like this oH telling my Age again Sorry but Great Video and it would have been nice to of had someone like You and Others to Show how things were Done it saves a lot of Time but most of all it saves the Heart Ack of doing it Wrong and costing Money, Thanks again for Helping others with your Videos.
@@AdmiralOffRoad you only missed torqueing the bolt closest to the camera first time round at 20 torque , you got it the 2 other times ... dont worry you have them all in the end .
Clear, concise, and just the perfect amount of detail. Most excellent, and most helpful ! Thanks!
Thank you!
Honeymoon is over. Back to wrenching on the Jeep 👍
You haven't posted in awhile, but wanted to take a moment to say thank you for the videos you have done. As a XJ owner, you've been very helpful to me as I complete my own maintenance on my XJ. Thank you for all your hard work.
Thank you!
This explains the process very well. Thanks again for posting this, I will be replacing mine as well. 👌
Great job explaining everything. I can't wait to see some more of these videos.
Thanks!
@@AdmiralOffRoad, old video I know, but does your spartan lockers clunk alot? Mine does, I think im going to pull it out to inspect it. I've read alot of people say it clunks alot, and some say it doesn't.
I have it bu i remove it when I turn the steering wheel right and left clunk a lot
Great video. Even though i dont own a jeep, always cool watching vids on how to install lockers
Dang it's been a minute! Your jeep has come a long way! I remember the videos with the whiteboard. Nice to see you back.
Thanks, I also picked up a 1987 Volvo 240 that might make it into a few videos as well
The easiest and safest way to pull the carrier out is wrap a ratchet strap around it and hook to the frame/number etc. Then tighten ratchet strap until she comes out. Soft strap wont gouge anything and you wont ruin your sealing surface.
One of the best videos for Jeepers. Thank you.
Thanks!
Yea amen to this video I wanna see an update but I was surprised to see how easy it was. Can see a lot of people watching this👍
Just got my first Cherokee man, glad to see you’re back !!
Very cool, what year?
Same as yours!!
Same here.just got a 96 cherokee.know nothing about motors or vehicle for the most part lol.so these videos are really helping.appreciate it
Great video man. I am 38 and you did that like an experianced old man.. better than some of my colleagues. Keep it up man ..
Thanks!
Great channel man, miss your videos
Dope ! I just got mine in the mail today! 💪🏻💪🏻
Dude! Nice to see you back.
Thanks, great to be back!
Very well put together and detailed video. Thank you..
Thanks
I'm hyped you posted I've been waiting for this haha
Thanks!
Ha! Watched lots of these and this is one of the best. Thanks.
Thank you!
You still alive I thought you’re dead good to see you back
Good to be back!
Anti seize when installing rotor to bearing and bearing to spindle, great vid.
you can get the gears out by removing the driveshaft and then rotating the pinion a little bit. then it'll just walk right out.
great explanation at the very end!!!
Nice vid plsss review how works un highway 🤘
Where'd this guy go? He's the best youtuber with an XJ
Thanks! I should actually have a new video out in the next few weeks
@@AdmiralOffRoad you just made my day brother, looking forward to it!
I love it dude!!! every now and again the admiral pops in with a dope vid for us! hey admiral what do you do for a living?
Welcome back brother!
Thank you, great to be back!
@@AdmiralOffRoad hope they're will be more vids soon!
Well done young man.
Good video, no bullshit or wasted time. Keep it up👍🏻👍🏻
Thanks!
Nice your back
Hey there I'm a new subscriber and just noticed you don't have any adventure videos with that awesome jeep. Wuts up with that? I love my xj and I have just as many pics and videos of it as I do of my kids. Really like the work you're doing but let's see that xj play too!- JohnK
Welcome back!
Thank you!
Looks easier than I thought, I probably should do it on my Jeep
It was something that I was a bit nervous about before I started but it wasn't a difficult install
I have a Spartan locker in my 96 Cherokee and its a beast offroad. Noisy as hell on the pavement. Easy to install . For the money you cant complain
Hey Devon long time no see brother hope all is going well as USUAL another great informative video 👍😝✌
Thanks, great to be back!
Great video very thorough
Thank you!
Nice vid bud, all well explained but shouldn't you measure the play between the ring gear and pinion before final assembly?
I’ve never owned a torque wrench. 1-3 ugga duggas has always worked for me.
Nice job.Finally someone who doesn't use a claw hammer to work on automobiles...lol...
Great video man and welcome back! How is the steering brace holding up?
Thanks! Its holding up well, no issues
Any new vids coming? this is a great channel!
Bro i checked out your channel and youre a builder. Very cool. Motivates me to build cool stuff. Are you currently working on any projects?
Thanks, hoping to have a few videos coming soon!
nice video but don’t you have to check the spacing on the locker half’s?
Thanks admiral great video. What's the item number on the locker?
Wow, what a cool diff cover. You're suuuuper lucky to have it in your life
Woulda enjoyed a demonstration of performance .
Nice job
Great video and it looks easier than I thought. How hard would it be to change the axle ratio w new gears at the same time?
Depending on the gear ratio that you are going with, you might need a new carrier. Other than that, you would need to adjust the shims to ensure the gears are meshing properly. It takes some time to get it perfect but it's not too difficult
Great detailed video. How does it handle with a Front Spartan Locker?
It makes noise but doesn't change much in 2wd. In 4wd it makes the steering feel a bit heavier because it wants both tires turning at the same speed but nothing unmanageable
Would you happen to have the part number and website you bought this from? Looking for this exact one for my 94 XJ! Thanks man, great video!!!
I bought it on amazon USA Standard Gear SL D30-27
I have it but i remove it again because when I turn the steering wheel right and left it clunk to much
Ok. I have a problem I guess. I installed a Spartan Locker and a one piece Cherokee axle on my 91 Wrangler YJ. It won't ratchet like yours . It ate up my tires. I almost went back to the original 2 piece axle
Any problems with the doors over the years?
What do you think of this locker so far??
What type of lift kit are you running?
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Hey there, thanks for the information. Have you had problems with the Spartan Locker on the Dana 30 with one piece axle?. I have a Jeep YJ , I did a one piece axle conversion, and a Spartan Locker. It's feels locked up all the time. I was told, my specs were off. What specs ?.HELP PLEASEE
I haven't had any issues in the 3 years since installing but it is no longer my daily driver. It is mostly offroad and to and from the trail
I’ve got a 92 Cherokee that I blew the engine up in. I’ve swapped it out for a 95. Everything is back in but I have a short somewhere that keeps blowing the alt power fuses, any ideas what could be causing this??? You have great videos!!!
Thanks! One way to check would be to pull fuses one at a time and if you pull one and it stops blowing the alt fuse, the short is most likely in that circuit
Have you tested your alternator?
Keith Lea yes, 5 times at autozone on one and 3 times on another that I have. I’m checking all my grounds which may be it but I think it may be a bad wire as wel
Well if its not a short to ground in your alternator. I have found that in most eng swaps that now experience electrical issues are ground related or the engine came out of a different newer year and the computer didnt get swapped with the engine. First thing removr all your grounds and clean them the bolt and block surfaces. Make sure you have all the grounds that are required for your year and that they are all in good shape. If all that checks out start tracking down the power wires to your alternator. batt to alt . alt to fuse box. ignition to alt . Check to make sure your wiring at your electrical compartment are the same and wired the same . From year to year they used the same plugs but switched the wiring order around. Check with Eric the car guy on RUclips he has a form for this stuff. Talk to your local high school or votec school's automotive school for more information most have a great collection of shop manuals. Hope this helps some
Thanks everyone for the help. After analyzing everything I reloaded that I made a mistake. I took the wire that was meant for the alternator power and tried grounding that out, then the alternator ground wire I was using as the power 🤦♂️. Silly mistake but after switching it’s amazing how you don’t blow fuses 😂!
Do you drive the Jeep on the road often? do you notice the locker at all with steering when in 2wd?
I used to daily it with the rear locker and I noticed it at first but got used to it pretty quick. Really only noticed it in parking lots when making a low speed turn from a stop. Other than that, its not too bad. Haven't driven too much on the street with the front locker but so far its not noticeable
I have a 97 XJ Cherokee 4 door excellent condition 70,000 miles I just bought a BDS 4 and 1/2 inch long arm lift kit with ARB lockers front and rear what tire size should I be running 31 or 33 I am regearing front and rear axle to 4:10 ratio
Are you willing to trim your fenders and will It be a daily driver or just a weekend toy?
@@AdmiralOffRoad it's my daily driver and yes I am willing to trim my fenders for clearance on articulation
33s will hurt the milage a bit and be more expensive to replace but will give you more clearance offroad. I started out with 31s on my 4.5in lift and I thought they looked a little small. Personal preference but I think 33s fill up the wheel wells a little better.
@@AdmiralOffRoad okay that's exactly what I was thinking I have seen photos of four and a half inch lift and 30 ones and it just don't look right I think 33s is minimum tire size for a 4 and 1/2 inch lift on the XJ we are definitely on the same page
Well hows that locker work?
It's only ingages when you engage the transfer save right. So driving it in the street it shouldn't be a problem
It clicks when you turn but it does not engage in 2wd. If you have locking hubs or a vaccum disconnect it won't actually click in 2wd and you won't even notice
@@AdmiralOffRoad thank you for the information. That was a good video. I think one of those are in store for me. Thank you.
You make really good content, I wish you would return to making vids, but I also realize we move on in life. Nevertheless good job and thanks!
Thank you! Hope to be back to it some day!
I believe I have a rear dana 35 in my 2000 Cherokee will this locker work ?
This specific model wouldn't work but they do make a locker for the Dana35
I was extremely disappointed, I just did this installation today, everything went fine, till I discovered that there is no spartan sticker in the kit!! what's with that??
Has it been a year since the last video?...nice
Yep life got pretty busy getting married, buying a house, and new job but I'm back!
Where the videos at ?
I have this locker, it is insanely loud and pops ALOT
Use thicker gear oil. It will quiet it down quite a bit.
I use that locker in my rear. Never pops, but it ratchets loudly around corners for sure. If I gave a crap, I’d be embarrassed haha
@@bspizzledizzle in the front it feels pretty bad
mine actually shakes the vehicle, super loud like im gonna break something. ZJ rear
How about the very loud clicking when turnin in dry pavement
Yes I have automatic lockers in both front and rear. Get a lot of concerned looks while making tight turns in parking lots
Do u need to get an allignment since u took off tie rod
Any time you are messing with any steering components, it's a good idea to check the alignment, especially on a vehicle that will see a lot of road miles but in this case, since we didn't actually change the length of the tie rod or any other steering components, and the alignment wasn't affected.
So you will still hear the ratcheting sound when driving in 2wd?
Yes, without unlocking hubs, the axle gears will still be turning with the front wheels, even in 2 wheel drive and you will still hear the sound. If you have hubs that can unlock, the front wheels can spin without the axle gears spinning and you wouldn't get any noise
Devon also check out my 92Cherokee on my channel no other like it and iv worked on it using your video's A LOT THANKS SOOO MUCH FOR MAKING THESE VIDEO'S JEEP BROTHER ✌😝🤙
I wonder how is will be on the street to drive on the snow
We dont get a lot of snow in the Phoenix area but if I go up north I can try it out
Was thinking same thing. Moved to Michigan from Florida in February. Put mine in the ditch twice first week. Tire guy explained how tire treads are so different up here. Even AT tires bought in Florida same brand bought in Michigan are different.
I have this locker in the rear of my 96 Cherokee. Live in North Dakota and play in feet of snow and its a beast. On dry pavement its loud. But the offroad capabilities are great.
Does it make any noises or clicking while driving or turning??
Yes it clicks when going around corners
Even when it's not engaged.
From where you bought it and how much?
Bought it on Amazon for $240
Dang, the Dana 30 spartan is a bit harder to install than the c8.25.
Definitely, I did an aussie locker in the rear and didn't have to remove the carrier which made it a much quicker install
Where’d this guy go?
I'm back! Just posted a video this week with more to come
TWERK em down XD
Great Video Man But I was eating lunch and When I came Back and Started watching it again you were Torquing the ring Gear Bolts well Sorry man but you Missed One I went Back in Slow - Mo and I am Positive that you Missed One Sorry But I just wanted to See if I could Get the Hair on the Back of your Neck to Stand Up for just a Second LOL. I have Been Doing things like this for Years and a Friend of Mine that was There watching me do this Told me the Same thing and Now I am like No Way and the Hair did stand up when he said Just Kidding. Great Video Man You have Helped a lot of Guys Out There that would have been Lost without Your Video, Videos and even You Tube were Non Existent when I was doing things like this oH telling my Age again Sorry but Great Video and it would have been nice to of had someone like You and Others to Show how things were Done it saves a lot of Time but most of all it saves the Heart Ack of doing it Wrong and costing Money, Thanks again for Helping others with your Videos.
Lol if one of those bolts backs out I'm blaming you!
@@AdmiralOffRoad you only missed torqueing the bolt closest to the camera first time round at 20 torque , you got it the 2 other times ... dont worry you have them all in the end .
Hey yo it’s been a year where you at
Im wondering the same thing
It's been a while but I'm finally back. Have a new video on my silverado and have some more xj videos coming
What camera do you film with?
This was just filmed on my cell phone
@@AdmiralOffRoad Wow,Nice! Keep up the great work, very nice video bro.
Thanks!