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ARB RD117 Air Locking Differential

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$1,113.95

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  • This product fits in most Jeeps Dana 44 with 30 Spline Ratios 3.73 & Down Including Jeep JK
  • For Use With 30 Spline Full Floating Axles
  • Air Activated Selectable Locker, converts From Open Differential To fully Locked Or Spool
  • Air Compressors have to be bought separately, ARB Recommend use their on board systems.
  • Part Number for Jeep JK RUBICON is RD157



Product Description

RD1117 AIR OPERATED LOCKING DIFFERENTIAL by ARB

The ARB Air Locker is a replacement differential carrier that can either operate as a conventional differential, or lock both rear (or front) axle shafts together allowing maximum drive torque to be transmitted to both wheels. The locking function is controlled from the vehicle dashboard by the driver. Front axle Air Lockers can be locked when traversing slippery surfaces giving maximum traction, or unlocked on high traction surfaces to retain full control of the steering. As a safety feature, the front differential cannot be locked unless the rear differential has first been locked.

The ARB Dana 44 air locker RD117 for your 30 spline axle for 3.73 & down gear ratios, can instantly lock differentials and allow you to tackle the toughest off-road terrain. The world's best traction aid, ARB Air Lockers keep you moving in all conditions. Air Lockers from ARB are currently available in over 100 configurations to suit a wide range of off-road and 4x4 vehicles from around the world. Because the Dana 44 ARB RD117 air locker is only engaged when needed, it can be installed in BOTH the front and rear axles, with separate switches independently controlling the RD117 air locker from within the off-road truck or vehicle.

Since the Air Locker is pneumatically actuated, an onboard compressor, or other air supply, is REQUIRED. ARB recommend ARB Air Compressors (CKMTA12, CKMA12 or CKSA12).The air compressor is started with the air compressor switch, and a pressure switch maintains the air pressure in the reservoir between 585kPa [85psi] and 690kPa [100psi]. When the Air Locker switch is operated, the relevant pneumatic solenoid valve opens, allowing compressed air down the line to the differential.

When the Air Locker switch is turned off, the solenoid valve closes the port from the compressor, and opens the exhaust port allowing the air in the differential to be exhausted. The return springs force the clutch gear back to its original position, disengaging the clutch gear from the splined side gear, freeing the internal gears so that they can once again provide the same normal differential action as the original open factory differential.

AIr Locker

RD117 AIR OPERATED LOCKING DIFFERENTIAL by ARB

Air compressor is not included, but needed. ARB recommend (CKMTA12, CKMA12, CKSA12). RD117 DANA 44 ARB Air Locker 30 Spline (3.73 & Down) for JEEPs: JK (Not Rubicon) and other DANA 40 models

Air Locker

ARB RD117 Air Locker Differential Spline 30 Ratio 3.73 & Down Air Locker Differential For Jeep JK.

ARB Air Locker products are packaged with all necesary hardware to be ready to install.

Before ordering ARB Air Lockers make sure to review the application chart to select correct Part Number

ARB Differential Cover are available for some applications, they come in Black and Red, please review the application chart to select correct Part Number

Air Locker

Inside the ARB Air Lockers

The ARB Air Locker system is supplied as a complete kit which contains all of the parts necessary for proper installation, including industrial grade control switches, air lines and fittings

ARB Air Locking Differential are made by joining a multiple pieces together, this products are not made to install without proper tools, on most cases should be installed by a professional.

We recommend not to open the box until is ready to install, Boxes are supervised carefully to make sure there are not missing pieces.

Air Lockers

Air Locker

Installing

Request a qualified differential technician to make the instalation for you, unless you have good skills for mechanics

Air Locker Demo

Understanding how it works!

On some stores you can find a demo where you can understand the dynamics of how the air locker works

Air Locker

Proper Installation

After instalation the ARB Air Locker should do the work without any loss of air pressure. If you have a leak please consult with your mechanic, before assuming it is a defective item

Air Locker

Look inside

ARB Air Lockers are a masterpiece, this product shines from the inside out. gears are made carefully to work flawless.

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ARB products are sold and serviced through authorized distributors worldwide. Our staff and distributors are 4x4 enthusiasts, and have a clear understanding of the demanding conditions our products are expected to work in.


Mike Pollard
Reviewed in the United States on June 24, 2024
This locker is a great build quality, and arb stands behind there products well. I got this to replace my factory rear locker that failed. I will be getting one for the front when that one fails too. It's pretty easy to install if you're mechanical enough.
Jak
Reviewed in the United States on March 3, 2023
Correct application, came with everything needed to make it work, works amazing.
ken bundy
Reviewed in the United States on July 16, 2021
excellent product, received very quickly
Splicer
Reviewed in the United States on August 19, 2018
Liked the idea .I already had a good air source. I installed it myself.and would recommend it only if your mechanicaly inclined. Spreading the axel is nessisary to seat the unit.I did the best I could.first attempt it started to leak air.seemed like other people had a similar problem.second attempt started to fail as well.it was getting a little agrivating and wished I tried to electronic one.third attempt I took off the rear axel plate to see again were it was leaking.it apeared to be the seal for the loker.before I went through all the work to disassemble it while the air was leaking I got a small piece of wood .removed the left bearing cap and tapeped the bearing. The leak stopped and so far no issues.
Pablo Boyer
Reviewed in the United States on October 19, 2017
I buy this Air Locking Differential by Plymouth Valley Enterprises and it was excellent!!.. I recommend it..
Robert
Reviewed in the United States on July 23, 2016
Great product