[Jahred]

Dave R.

I have a 514 and was advised in no uncertain terms that a "locker" was critical. I went with a "Protrac", which I think some above are referring to as a "soft" locker. I believe this refers to the fact that they "disengage" more quietly than a "Detroit" Locker or similar. I don't believe it implies they are any less efficient traction wise, as once engaged they are still metal to metal with no clutches. My big concern was that I'd have to slow or be cautious in turns during "locking" and "unlocking"...........the Protrac is very seemless. Unless your turning full radius at a few miles an hour you will never feel it.

I understand Shell Valley now used them as standard hardware on their BB applications.