Digging out this old thread for an update. Had to be patient with my installer. Got the locker early December, but he was busy leading up to Christmas and then didn't want to install until all the parts suppliers came back. Took it in a week and a half back, but he got a few other jobs that overran, etc. etc. Took it home again and then put it back in yesterday.

So, got it back today. Everything mechanical is in and the wiring for the Elocker is run back up to the top of the engine bay. He didn't want to muck around with the dash and putting the switch in the "best" spot, so we agreed I'd do that bit myself. Hopefully knock that over on the weekend. Reminder, this is for my Jackaroo and I started because I wanted to change diff ratios. Partly I'll blame this thread and Agronaught (gotta blame someone ) that I then upgraded my intentions and went with the Elocker. Final outcome:

- 2 x diff centres from the wreckers = $660
- Elocker (from Opposite Lock) on a 20% off special = $1400
- Install fees = $518
Total = $2578

The install included new carrier bearings where the locker went in, one pinion seal, a new set of clamps for the CV boots, oil for both diffs, install of locker to front diff and install of both front and rear diffs to the truck. I'm pretty wrapped with the install price and everything looks good so far. He complained about how horrible pulling the front diff with the IFS was Given that, I didn't think he gave me a penalty for it! Originally he quoted me "probably not more than $600". For those in Ballarat area, it was Michael at Driveline Services. Didn't know him before I found him on Google.

Can definitely notice the improvement from the ratio change. Although the cost is probably more than half the price of the truck, it's still in reasonable condition, so reckon it was worth it.

Will get it going on the weekend and then need to find a couple of hills for some testing. Cuppa and I did a small local drive in Enfield a couple of weeks back, might head back to one of those hills.

Happy Camper!