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    Air Locker Differential AMC Model 20, 2.73:1 RD187

    $1,181.95
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    Part Number: RD187

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    The world's premier traction aid, an ARB Air Locker keep you moving in all conditions. With the flick of the switch an Air Locker gives instant lock at any moment and its super strong design allows activation at any speed allowing you to tackle the toughest terrain. The advantage of the Air Locker lies in the pneumatically operated locking system inside the differential. When activated, the Air Locker prevents the internal differential gears from rotating and therefore prevents the axle shafts from turning independently of each other. With both wheels tied directly to the rotation of the ring gear, the vehicle maintains maximum possible traction at all times. When unlocked, it operates like a conventional open differential. An Air Locker equipped vehicle can be driven in a slower, safer and more controlled manner, greatly reducing the likelihood of vehicle damage and environmental impact. ;

    Features & Benefits

    • Provides 100 percent traction on demand without affecting on-road drivability or driveline wear
    • Easy, convenient operation allows the user to concentrate on the terrain without leaving the comfort and safety of the driver's seat
    • Two-piece design is ultra-durable and extremely strong ? minimal moving parts ensure maximum reliability
    • Patented ?timed' locking mechanism offers high strength and ultra-fast unlocking
    • Steel reinforced, elastomer bonded annular seal designed to handle the most extreme climatic temperatures on Earth
    • Kit includes: Air Locker differential, activation switch, solenoid valve, air line and bulkhead fitting
    • Air compressor required for operation (sold separately)
    • Color Silver
    • Material Steel
    • Fitment Info Axle: IFS AMC 20 8.875 in; Position: Front; Shaft: 1.25 in; Spline: 29; Ratio: 2.73 Down
    • Fitment Info Axle: IFS AMC 20 8.875 in; Position: Front; Shaft: 1.25 in; Spline: 29; Ratio: 3.08 Up
    • Fitment Info Axle: IRS AMC 20 8.875 in; Position: Rear; Shaft: 1.25 in; Spline: 29; Ratio: 2.73 Down
    • Fitment Info Axle: IRS AMC 20 8.875 in; Position: Rear; Shaft: 1.25 in; Spline: 29; Ratio: 3.08 Up
    • Fitment Info Axle: Model 20; Position: Rear; Shaft: 1.25 in; Spline: 29; Ratio: 2.73 Down
    • Prop 65 No
    • Warranty 5 YR
    YearMakeModelSubmodelLiterCylindersFuel typeDoors
    1995-1996AM GeneralHummerBase5.78GAS2
    1995-1996AM GeneralHummerBase5.78GAS4
    1992-1993AM GeneralHummerBase6.28DIESEL0
    1992-1993AM GeneralHummerBase6.28DIESEL2
    1992-1993AM GeneralHummerBase6.28DIESEL4
    1994-2001AM GeneralHummerBase6.58DIESEL2
    1994-2001AM GeneralHummerBase6.58DIESEL4
    2002-2003HummerH1Base6.58DIESEL2
    2002-2004HummerH1Base6.58DIESEL4
    1980-1983JeepCJ5Base2.54GAS2
    1976-1978JeepCJ5Base3.86GAS2
    1976-1983JeepCJ5Base4.26GAS2
    1976-1979JeepCJ5Base4.66GAS2
    1976-1981JeepCJ5Base58GAS2
    1977-1978JeepCJ5Golden Eagle3.86GAS2
    1977-1980JeepCJ5Golden Eagle4.26GAS2
    1977-1980JeepCJ5Golden Eagle58GAS2
    1980-1983JeepCJ5Laredo2.54GAS2
    1980-1983JeepCJ5Laredo4.26GAS2
    1980-1981JeepCJ5Laredo58GAS2
    1982-1983JeepCJ5Limited2.54GAS2
    1982-1983JeepCJ5Limited4.26GAS2
    1980-1983JeepCJ5Renegade2.54GAS2
    1976-1978JeepCJ5Renegade3.86GAS2
    1976-1983JeepCJ5Renegade4.26GAS2
    1976-1981JeepCJ5Renegade58GAS2
    1980-1986JeepCJ7Base2.54GAS2
    1976-1978JeepCJ7Base3.86GAS2
    1976-1986JeepCJ7Base4.26GAS2
    1980-1986JeepCJ7Base4.66GAS2
    1976-1981JeepCJ7Base58GAS2
    1977-1978JeepCJ7Golden Eagle3.86GAS2
    1977-1979JeepCJ7Golden Eagle4.26GAS2
    1977-1979JeepCJ7Golden Eagle58GAS2
    1980-1983JeepCJ7Laredo2.54GAS2
    1980-1983JeepCJ7Laredo4.26GAS2
    1980-1981JeepCJ7Laredo58GAS2
    1982-1983JeepCJ7Limited2.54GAS2
    1982-1983JeepCJ7Limited4.26GAS2
    1980-1986JeepCJ7Renegade2.54GAS2
    1976-1978JeepCJ7Renegade3.86GAS2
    1976-1986JeepCJ7Renegade4.26GAS2
    1976-1981JeepCJ7Renegade58GAS2
    1983-1984JeepCJ7Renegado4.66GAS2
    1980-1987JeepJ10Base4.26GAS2
    1980-1982JeepJ10Base4.66GAS2
    1985-1987JeepJ10Base4.66GAS2
    1980-1988JeepJ10Base5.98GAS2
    1981-1985JeepScramblerBase2.54GAS2
    1981-1985JeepScramblerBase4.26GAS2
    1982-1983JeepScramblerSL2.54GAS2
    1982-1983JeepScramblerSL4.26GAS2
    1982-1984JeepScramblerSR2.54GAS2
    1982-1984JeepScramblerSR4.26GAS2
    1983-1984JeepWagoneerAlpina4.66GAS4
    1984-1986JeepWagoneerBase2.54GAS4
    1984-1986JeepWagoneerBase2.86GAS4
    1980-1982JeepWagoneerBase4.26GAS4
    1979-1986JeepWagoneerBase4.66GAS4
    1979-1982JeepWagoneerBase5.98GAS4
    1982-1983JeepWagoneerBrougham4.26GAS4
    1982-1983JeepWagoneerBrougham5.98GAS4
    1984-1986JeepWagoneerLimited2.54GAS4
    1984-1986JeepWagoneerLimited2.86GAS4
    1980-1983JeepWagoneerLimited4.26GAS4
    1979-1983JeepWagoneerLimited5.98GAS4
    1980JeepCJ5Golden Eagle2.54GAS2
    1980JeepCJ7Golden Hawk2.54GAS2
    1980JeepCJ7Golden Hawk4.26GAS2
    1980JeepCJ7Golden Hawk58GAS2
    1982JeepJ10Laredo4.66GAS2
    1984JeepJ10Base4.66GAS2
    1984JeepCJ7Limited4.66GAS2
    1984JeepJ10Laredo4.66GAS2
    1985JeepWagoneerLimited2.14DIESEL4
    1985JeepWagoneerBase2.14DIESEL4
    1985JeepCJ7Laredo2.54GAS2
    1985JeepCJ7Laredo4.26GAS2
    1985JeepScramblerRenegade2.54GAS2
    1985JeepScramblerRenegade4.26GAS2
    1985JeepScramblerLaredo2.54GAS2
    1985JeepScramblerLaredo4.26GAS2
    1986JeepCJ7Laredo2.54GAS2
    1986JeepCJ7Laredo4.26GAS2
    1994AM GeneralHummerBase6.58DIESEL0
    2006HummerH1Alpha6.68DIESEL4
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    VERIFY FITMENT

    Differentials are not one size fits all; there may be differences for the same application. Be sure to verify fitment before ordering.

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    Features

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    BONDED SEAL

    Steel reinforced, elastomer-bonded annular seal has been proven to handle 20,000+ cycles under the most extreme climatic temperatures on earth.

    FLANGE CAP ASSEMBLY

    A billet-machined, alloy steel spider block supports the cross shafts, using the torque applied at each shaft to support the next shaft along.

    AIR SUPPLY

    At the flick of a dash-mounted switch, compressed air is delivered to the seal housing assembly via a nylon air line.

    CLUTCH GEAR

    ARB's patented locking system actually supports the side gear teeth, giving you more torque handling capability, exactly when you need it.

    TWO-PIECE DESIGN

    At the flick of a dash-mounted switch, compressed air is delivered to the seal housing assembly via a nylon air line.

    SPLINED SIDE GEAR

    High-grade surface treatments, forged nickel alloy steel and ARB's patented timed locking system make this the most ‘lockable’ gear in the industry.

    WAVE SPRING


    WAVE SPRING

    Instead of a complex external actuator system to engage/disengage the lock, ARB Air Lockers® use up to 12 return springs to support the entire profile of the locking gear for a fast, positive and independent disengagement.

    PINION GEAR

    Combining the strength of forged nickel alloy steel with redefined gear-tooth geometry, ARB has revolutionized locking differential gear design to yield structural advantages of up to 30% over commercially available high strength gears.

    SPIDER BLOCK

    Steel reinforced, elastomer-bonded annular seal has been proven to handle 20,000+ cycles under the most extreme climatic temperatures on earth.

    LONG CROSS SHAFT

    Alloy steels and performance surface technology make for a high-pressure running fit that can handle an enormous amount of punishment.

    DIFF CASE

    Fully machined, one-piece nodular iron diff carrier case offers the rigidy of a one-piece factory differential with twice the standard number of pinion gears to cope with the torque.

    CROSS SHAFT RETAINING PIN

    Custom made, one-piece hardened retaining pins lock into the assembly using a tapered thread junction.

    FORGED GEARS

    With phenomenal forces being applied to the side and pinion gears within the differential, ARB has invested heavily in the application of forged gears, typically found in heavy-duty commercial, race and agricultural transmissions.

    TRUSTED TRACTION

    A relentless commitment to research and design, the use of quality materials, and an uncompromising approach to manufacturing have all contributed to the Air Locker’s® success in over 100 countries worldwide. Designed and manufactured in Australia, you can trust ARB Air Lockers® for traction in just about any terrain - rock, clay, gravel, sand, snow or mud.

    WINNER'S CIRCLE

    ARB Air Lockers® continue to dominate the world’s toughest off-road events, namely Ultra4's King of the Hammers. Used by some of the biggest names in off-road competition, Air Lockers® are just as at home plugging through mud or scaling near-vertical rock ledges as they are on your local trail. Competition drivers stake their reputations on quality and reliability. If they can trust Air Lockers® to get them across the finish line, then you can be sure they’ll survive anything you throw at them off-road.