Traction-Lok (R) Limited Slip

WARNING: TO AVOID INJURY, NEVER RUN THE ENGINE WITH ONE WHEEL OFF THE GROUND.






NOTE: Use the differential clutch pack to rebuild the Traction-Lok differential.

The Traction-Lok axle assembly, except for the differential case and its internal components, is identical to the conventional axle.
- The Traction-Lok differential employs two sets of multiple disc differential clutch packs to control differential action.
- The differential side gear mounting distance is controlled by seven plates (four steel, three friction) and one steel shim by select size to control differential side gear position.
- The plates are stacked on the differential side gear hub and housed in the differential case.
- Also located in the differential case, between the differential side gears, is a one-piece differential clutch spring, which applies an initial force to the differential clutch packs.
- Additional clutch capacity is delivered from the side gears thrust loads.
- The four steel plates are stacked in pairs between the three tabbed friction plates and are splined to the differential side gear hub which, in turn, is splined to the axle shaft.
- The friction plates are tabbed to the differential case; therefore, the differential clutch packs are always engaged.