Is this going to be available for dealer installation on existing trucks?barnold said:Does anyone know if April 4 production date is still a go for installing the elocker? That was the original date given to me by Nissan for assembly line installation to begin.
From my point of view if this is true, a standard locking diff/limited slip would be way better for me, then I could get the benefits everyday when I'm driving along in 2WD high.barnold said:Yes, it is designed for the 4x4's only and will only function in low range 4 wheel drive.
barnold said:Does anyone know if April 4 production date is still a go for installing the elocker? That was the original date given to me by Nissan for assembly line installation to begin.
When I ordered my truck, the dealer assured me that there will be no price increase with the inclusion of the rear e-locker in the off-road package. I paid $607 (invoice) for the off-road package.moose44 said:He also didn't know what the price increase will be.
That makes sence. Thanks for explaining it. I guess I'll just need a wench for next time I get stuck on the beach. LOLkeane said:The reason the e-locker is only available in 4-low probably has to do with Nissan not wanting people to drive around at speeds with their rear wheels locked - especially on surfaces that aren't really slippery. When you lock the back tires, both wheels turn at the same speed. Going around corners is going to cause binding on sticky surfaces like pavement, or it is going to cause some loss of control on slippery surfaces. In effect, you don't want to be driving around corners on a snow or ice covered road with both your back tires locked together.
An e-locker is primarily for low speed situations where you need the extra traction; like in a mud bog or deep snow.
Because of this, I would assume it is only available in 4-low which means it is probably not available on 2wd as a 2wd doesn't have a low gear.
This is just my take so take it with a grain of salt, if you will! :cheers:
And maybe a winch for when you get tired of the wench.atcNick said:That makes sence. Thanks for explaining it. I guess I'll just need a wench for next time I get stuck on the beach. LOL
Nick
Nope, It is available in the 2x4. I emailed nissan about it here is the responce. Also i asked if you can use the locker in 4hi but they saidbarnold said:Yes, it is designed for the 4x4's only and will only function in low range 4 wheel drive.
Thanks for the post!Titan Tech said:Guys, I talked to the Dana rep. yesterday. He said we should receive our first shipments of e-diffs on Monday. I will give more details as I learn more.
yeah, this is how th e'95-'97 Toyota Landcruisers with the optionalkeane said:The reason the e-locker is only available in 4-low probably has to do with Nissan not wanting people to drive around at speeds with their rear wheels locked - especially on surfaces that aren't really slippery. When you lock the back tires, both wheels turn at the same speed. Going around corners is going to cause binding on sticky surfaces like pavement, or it is going to cause some loss of control on slippery surfaces. In effect, you don't want to be driving around corners on a snow or ice covered road with both your back tires locked together.
An e-locker is primarily for low speed situations where you need the extra traction; like in a mud bog or deep snow.
This sounds like good news for those of us with trucks on order for April build. Is there any way we can tell from order # etc. if our particular truck will get the elocker......thanks, BillTitan Tech said:Guys, I talked to the Dana rep. yesterday. He said we should receive our first shipments of e-diffs on Monday. I will give more details as I learn more.
Posi in a truck? What truck have you owned that has a true posi? As to LSD, nissan has a different form but it acts just like a LSD yet it is better in certain ways for the 4wd because it works on all 4 wheels. As I stated before, the e-locker(which is essentailly "posi") is for "mud bogging" and DEEEEEEP snow situations. I am not aware of any other pickup trucks having this feature without going aftermarket.Quad T said:I have to say, this news about the e-locker has me contemplating not getting a Titan. I have got to have a posi-track or LSD in my truck. I have never owned a 4x4 that did not have this feature because it is too important in the snow. If Nissan is coming to market with no intention of developing a posi-track this is an oversight of huge proportions.
The more I learn about the Titan here the sadder I get...
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