Jeep e-locker no workie. ?

[Clutch211]

I was having issues with the D44 e-locker engaging after I replaced my front axle. So I tore into it and I found these "L" brackets floating around.
I have looked on web. nothing. Does anybody know what these are? Any help would be great.

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[mattzj98]

this means its time for a big boy locker! DETROIT! HAHA jk

[Clutch211]

Matt - your a wealth of knowledge.

[Popsgarage]

I think they are part of the stator assembly. If I'm looking at this right, it's the tabs that lock it into the bearing cap. It's the 4th part from the right. It's the two tabs held in place by the right hand bearing cap in the bottom pic.


http://image.jpmagazine.com/f/30633942+w750+st0/154_0910_01_z+eaton_electric_locker+open.jpg

http://image.jpmagazine.com/f/30633957+w750+st0/154_0910_04_z+eaton_electric_locker+parts.jpg

[Clutch211]

Okay I pulled the locker out and found the pressure plate that those teeth broke off of.
BUT, now i need to pull the bearing. Does anyone have or know of where I can use a "clam shell" bearing puller? I know this is an easy fix, I just can't pay a dealership right now.

[Popsgarage]

Unfortunately I do not. Anyone?

[Clutch211]

Thank you Jon!
It looks like it is the electronic magnetic plate that needs to be replaced. It has 4 teeth that engage to keep it straight.
What a cheep ass part that keeps it from working. It figures. : )

[Popsgarage]

Yeah, it's the stator assembly. I've got the press to put the bearings back on just not to pull them off. 4 wheel parts has a clamshell puller kit on sale for $380.94. They're awfully proud of that damn thing.


http://www.4wheelparts.com/aux_incl/images.ashx?i=BearingPuller1.jpg&partNo=G%2f2&w=200&h=200

[Clutch211]

Do you know if that plate is a jeep part only? And i may take you up on that offer when ready to put back together.

[Popsgarage]

Is it a Dynatrac axle with an Eaton E-Locker or is it Chryslers version of the E-Locker???

[Clutch211]

Well its a stock rubi, i think its chryslers version.it is an air locker

[Popsgarage]

Might be a dealer part then. I'm not sure. I'll do a little more research and get back to ya.

[Jim]

Wild thought... Do those tabs undergo great stress? ANY hope that epoxy would be strong enough to help by gluing them back on (so you would not have to disassemble)?

I realize the "glue it" comment may be so far out in the field, but if it could work it might save you some hassle (agreed - you'd need to prep surfaces before any epoxy application).

Could you tack-weld'm back on?

[Popsgarage]

Looks like it might be a dealer only part. You'd have make a few calls to find out.

[mattzj98]

My buddys waa getting rid of his rubi axles.. I can just ask or see if I can snatch the front for you.. or at least the locker

[Clutch211]

Locker is all i need let me know

[mattzj98]

Will do!

[Clutch211]

Thanks!!

[mattzj98]

No problem man, I just texted him but probably won't hear back till tomorrow afternoon.. the guy has nothing to do so he sleeps in haha lucky ****! =P

[Serious Offroad]

if you want to make the drive down here I can pull the bearing in about 60 seconds for ya.....long trip though

[Popsgarage]

Frank, do you carry any tools such as the clamshell puller???

[Clutch211]

Got everything ordered! Should be in tomorrow morning!!

[mattzj98]

so u dont need me to get it?

[Clutch211]

What does he want for it? Having spare parts never hurts!!

[mattzj98]

im not sure yet

[Serious Offroad]

Frank, do you carry any tools such as the clamshell puller???I can get them.

Waiting on a call-back to find out about availability.

[/HiJack]

[Clutch211]

Just let me know either way!

[Popsgarage]

PM me with a price. If you're cheaper than the $380.94 sale price of 4 Wheel Parts I'll be givin' you a call.

[otisdog]

I'm kinda confused - wouldn't an 06 Rubi have that Japanese air locker from the factory? Is this the air locker or an E-locker?
Jim

[Serious Offroad]

It is an Air Actuated locker.

[Clutch211]

So went to go get parts from the dealer ship this morring,only to find out the part I really need only comes with the carrier:mad: 1,500 bucks for a pressure plate and carrier that is how it comes? WTF!really!

[mattzj98]

Arb locker?

[RidgeRunner]

Arb locker?

No, think its a factory air locker that comes in the Rubicon.

[otisdog]

So went to go get parts from the dealer ship this morring,only to find out the part I really need only comes with the carrier:mad: 1,500 bucks for a pressure plate and carrier that is how it comes? WTF!really!

Crap - put an ARB or an E-Locker in there. Cheaper.
Throw that factory locker in the scrap heap.
Jim

[Serious Offroad]

Unfortunately Eaton does not make an E-Locker for the Rubicon D44, front or rear.
http://www.eaton.com/ecm/groups/public/@pub/@eaton/@per/documents/content/ct_128302.pdf

ARB is an option but it will need an on-board air source to function. The 5-10 psi from the OEM air pump isn't nearly enough to operate an ARB.

[Clutch211]

Not to sure what way iam going. Looking into arb, and detroit e locker. I really don't want to drop anymore money into air compressor or on board air. I was thinking my air would run a arb?

[Robert B]

if your OBA can push 90 plus PSI without fail then it will....

[Serious Offroad]

He doesn't have OBA.....

[Robert B]

I was thinking my air would run a arb? then what is meant by this ??? im confused now

[Serious Offroad]

He was referring to his OEM air pumps for the lockers.

I spoke with John today and explained why an ARB wouldn't work with them. ARB's need roughly 80PSI to operate.

HTH

[MelloYello]

Detroit electric locker for the front D44...
Dana 44 Front Detroit Electrac Locker (3.92 & Up) (http://www.4x4groupbuy.com/store/dana-front-detroit-electrac-locker-p-7205.html)

[Serious Offroad]

Keep in mind that Rubicon D44's are a different animal altogether. Unless the manufacturer specifies that it's a product for the RUBICON D44, it won't work.

[MelloYello]

That's why I like you Frank! You know stuff like this. THANKS!

[Robert B]

ah hes got a factory air pump set up for those lockers ..i get it now :)

[Clutch211]

I have a co2 tank.

[Serious Offroad]

A CO2 tank will get it done.....

[Serious Offroad]

I might have a solution or two for you John.

I'll give you a call later this morning.

[Heather]

Holy crap, man, you're going to have to KILL Carnage when you get this all back together. :frown:

[Popsgarage]

ly crap, man, you're going to have to KILL Carnage when you get this all back together.

X2!!!!!

[Clutch211]

Jeep is all put back togeth:Der looking forward to joining some folks on a run tomorrow:D would like to thank frank from serious Off road, and popsgarage, for putting forward some extra help for me thank you.

[glacierpaul]

Cool!!! Good job guy's!!

[Serious Offroad]

Happy to help.

Glad you're back on the road.

[xaza]

Heeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeey, so whatcha end up doing to fix it? :D

[Popsgarage]

would like to thank frank from serious Off road, and popsgarage, for putting forward some extra help for me thank you.

Twer'nt nothin'. Seriously, glad to hear you got it done!


so whatcha end up doing to fix it?

Was wondering this myself.

[Clutch211]

Took it to high country and had them weld the tabs back on.
everything went back together fine, and went out wheeling the next day,
She ran like a champ:thumb:

[Robert B]

this is something i heard third hand from a shop owner down in the springs but i heard the rumor that the RUBICON d44 are more like d30s with 44 outers or something like that ........which could explain why regular d44 stuff wont fit

[Clutch211]

The inner is 44,outer is 30 .

[Robert B]

ah that way then ....i got it backwards ...but that might be why its "special " for parts :) anyway grats on it working again

[Serious Offroad]

No, it's milled differently in the diff itself.
From the tubes out....all Dana 30.

[Clutch211]

Yeah what frank said:D

[Robert B]

ahhhh ......cool now i know :)