Lock Right Locker - Part 1: How it works [HD]

This is my explanation, as I understand it, for how the Richmond Lockright works. This is model 1830-LR which in Part 2 I'm going to install in my 1998 Ford Ranger 2WD which I often use for Off-Roading Mudding, etc...
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[@G31mR]

I put these lockers in the front and in the rear of my old Chevy pickup 9 years ago. It's a hunting vehicle primarily, so about 80% on-road/20% off-road. It now has 40,000 miles on those lockers and they have performed beautifully. Every 2-3 years, I'll get a loud BANG from the rear, but the instructions that came with the Lock-Rights warned of this happening and it is neither bothersome nor harmful. I would not put them in a high-horsepower/big-tire/rock crawler, but for normal use on street and low-traction off-road situations (mud and/or snow/ice, which is where I need them), they work well.

[@Gifiti]

This is the best description of a locking differential I’ve ever seen in my life

[@jondeniro]

Awesome video. I have been reading about these for years, and you explained the mechanics of it far better than any magazine article.

[@Prairie7777]

This shows that this was posted ten years ago but I find it extremely informative and helpful. Thank you very much for posting this!

[@carlosmurphy4u1]

I've been using the one of these lockers in my 88 Ranger, 33" Baja Claw equipped off roader for 6 or 7 years now, can't beat it. Never have to worry or think about it, its always there and working.
No air lines or wires to brake, no switches to flip, works great.

[@davidmartin5179]

Best explanation I seen after watching many UA-cam videos about putting these in the front and rear of my GEO Tracker

[@marcs3982]

After 2 years of this locker in my ford ranger, i would advise anyone to buy a decent used 4wd vehicle. this locker is very simple to install, directions straight forward, easy!

[@gabmik38]

This was very informative, now I understand my tracker diff, when I pulled it out a day ago for inspection this was it

[@350BuickBoy]

Was wondering how these worked. Thank you for posting this, I understand it perfectly now.

[@NickNakorn]

Excellent video, many thanks. The explanation concerning the oval housing for the pin is very well done.

[@mamichaelson]

Thank you for taking the time to make this video

[@chaunster]

Thanks for the video. First time I've seen the elliptical shape of the center hole explained.

[@dirksuchy]

First time I really understood how it works! Great video!

[@logic1675]

Good video man! It's helpful to be able to see it right in front and have how it locks and unlocks under acceleration explained. This is the next thing I'm getting for my Jeep.

[@pravdaruski6740]

best explanation i seen ... have them in both diffs on Jeep Wrangler Sport.. AWESOME is least to say off road in sand, gravel wet grass, mud...,, and on road,, drives like a normal vehicle , bit clicky on corners. but worth the noise (turn up sound system and you wont know... lol)

[@workingcountry1776]

I just installed one in my econoline 150 8.8 rear end. Geat product for the price. With the Copper AT3 tires on it already it is very solid off road within reason. This type of product is a must for 2wd vehicles that see snow and or off road use.

[@Gyppor]

Thanks for the explanation, I've never understood how there work!

[@Spacegoat92]

Thank you kindly for this. You've explained it very well

[@SeddahSeddah]

Good explanation man. Came into thus video knowing nothing about lockers. Leaving with a good understanding. Thanks

[@TheBr0th3rsPrimm]

It rains way too much where I live for me to get this, but this video was super helpful for informing my decision