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Explain different rears

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geostang351

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What is the difference between an equa-lok rear compared to a limited slip? Or any other for that matter. I know open leg.

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Not sure what you mean but there is basicly 4 rear end carrier styles. Open,limited slip,locker and a spool. Different companys have different names for limited slip ie Chevy=Posi Traction, Chrysler=Sure Grip, Ford=Traction Lok are a few. Not sure what a equa-lok is but hope this helps. JR
 

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looks like you could get an equa-lock rear on 59 ford for $38.60..........

http://59ford.fordregistries.com/prices/options.htm

and also on the 61-65 t-bird ,

http://automotivemileposts.com/tbird1962specifications.html

http://www.dearbornclassics.com/door_dataplate_63-65.html

don't know what that means though?? looks like old technology
 

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equa-lock is a limited slip...uses clutches and springs. Locker uses gears.....much stronger, also noiser. Spool is a solid differential, unsuitable for street use.

Mostly street/some strip = Traction-Lok
Mostly strip/some street = Locker
All strip = Locker or spool
 

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So if I'm looking to get an 8" equa-lok rear, I won't have issues with noise and chatter? Sorry for the questions, but it gets annoying when everyone uses different names for the same thing.
 

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what do you consider "issues?" Well-built Trac-locs are essentially silent. Lockers are audible at *street* level somewhat, esp when making a slow turn...on the track, you'd never know the difference. The other adv to the Locker is it has no clutch packs to wear out, like a trac-loc does.

Just like life...everything has adv and disadv...
 
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