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Diff Lock Light
bigfatsi:
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--- Quote from: "bigfatsi" ---I just sling it in diff lock and drive in a circle. You'll sharp tell as the tyres scrub and it has more resistance.
If it isn't engaging (mine didn't) it could be seized up from lack of use or just need adjusting. Both are quite easy to fix.
But check the bulb first!
Simon.
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we are talking about a centre diff lock here, aren't we?
Steve
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What's confusing you?
Simon
SteveG:
--- Quote from: "bigfatsi" ---
What's confusing you?
Simon
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If the centre diff lock is in, you still have two open axel diffs, so each wheel on an axle can turn at it's own rate. So how do wheels scrub when centre diff lock is in?
Cheers
Steve
bigfatsi:
Dunno why but it does! Try it. Discovered that my Audi quattro used to scrub when in diff lock so tried it on my 90 and it worked. Maybe the front wheels go further than the rear due to turning? Haven't a clue! Saves time and risk associated with jacking one wheel up though! Do it somewhere quiet and obviously make sure there's room to turn around :lol:
Simon.
AbyssDJ:
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--- Quote from: "bigfatsi" ---
What's confusing you?
Simon
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If the centre diff lock is in, you still have two open axel diffs, so each wheel on an axle can turn at it's own rate. So how do wheels scrub when centre diff lock is in?
Cheers
Steve
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it does it because all four wheels turn at a different rate when you go round a corner... so you essentially end up with a difference in "speed" lets call it between the front and the rear axles.... the front axle takes a wider path, hence why you see four tracks in mud or snow (etc) where a vehicle turns :)
markyb:
my diff lock light has a mind of its own comes on sometimes flickers and stays on .
so are you talking centre diff not working or just the light
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