Tire problems

[John Hofstetter <hofs@domain.elided>]

>Need help in a big way.  If anyone can drop a message my way on any of
>these questions, I will be much appreciative.  Ten years is long enough for
>this Scout to be sitting idle.  Besides, my new yard has alot of land for
>it to run and play on.
>
>Thanks,
>John W.

John,
What about air pressure in the tires?  The difference between 25 and 45 
on a gravel driveway is amazing. You already recognize that the limited 
slip isn't working properly, so all the torque is being applied to one 
wheel. Also a 10 degree slope in grass and gravel is pretty significant. 
I used to have a Ford pickup that on the flat would make no forward 
progress on a gravel road. 

One of the most recent 4WD magazines had a rundown on all the locker 
options, so I hate to offer the same info again. In brief, Air Lockers 
offer the most flexibility, but are expensive and not entirely fool-proof 
unless very carefully done. 

I like my Detroit Locker, but it is noisy with both a clunk and tire 
chirping. Depending on what you're going to be attempting, maybe just 
getting a posi that works in the rear will do the job for you. 

At the risk of repeating myself, tire pressure is a major key to 
off-roading. Try it in the same situation that frustrated you before. In 
fact go to 15 lbs, and you may not be able to get the tire to spin.
John H.


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