<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by geof:
Larry do you know of any Volvo tractors with a Detroit locker in the rear axel? As the power divider front driving axel can not be made to increase traction-it will burn out the electric divider.....enough for one day....keep lookin for a White one!...geof<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>
Geof,
As far as I know a Detroit locker is not availiabe from, or compatable with any tractor axle manufactured. I believe the divider is powered by air rather than electricity.
According to the three different teck guys at Eaton, it is OK to remove the rear tandem axle and run with the remaining front tandem in the locked position. I have done a conversion in this manner with no problem.
It is more common to remove the front tandem, axle altogether, then move the rear tandem axle forward to replace it. This is more labor intensive, but makes for a better conversion IMHO.
There are several misconceptions concerning tractor drive axles floating around. According to Eaton, only one set of wheels on the rear tandem axle powers the tractor during normal operation. The front tandem axle only becomes a drive axle when the driver switches on the axle lock. Eaton recommends operating a tandem axle in the locked postion only when stuck, or under slick conditions.
Hope that helps,
onezman
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