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    Air Locker Differential Ford 8.8", 28 SPL RD82

    $1,113.95
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    Part Number: RD82

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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: Ford 8.8 in; Position: Rear; Shaft: 1.20 in; Spline: 28; Ratio: All
    • Fitment Info Axle: Ford 8.8 in IFS; Position: Front; Shaft: 1.20 in; Spline: 28; Ratio: All
    • Prop 65 No
    • Warranty 5 YR
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    2003-2005FordE-150 Club WagonChateau4.68GAS2
    2003-2005FordE-150 Club WagonChateau5.48GAS2
    1997-2002FordE-150 Econoline Club WagonChateau4.26GAS2
    1997-2002FordE-150 Econoline Club WagonChateau4.68GAS2
    1997-2002FordE-150 Econoline Club WagonChateau5.48GAS2
    1997-2000FordE-150 Econoline Club WagonCustom4.26GAS2
    1997-2000FordE-150 Econoline Club WagonCustom4.68GAS2
    1997-2000FordE-150 Econoline Club WagonCustom5.48GAS2
    2001-2002FordE-150 Econoline Club WagonXL4.68GAS2
    2001-2002FordE-150 Econoline Club WagonXL5.48GAS2
    1997-2002FordE-150 Econoline Club WagonXLT4.26GAS2
    1997-2002FordE-150 Econoline Club WagonXLT4.68GAS2
    1997-2002FordE-150 Econoline Club WagonXLT5.48GAS2
    1999FordF-250 Super DutyLariat6.810GAS2
    1999FordF-250 Super DutyLariat6.810GAS4
    1990FordRangerS Plus2.34GAS2
    1990FordRangerS Plus2.96GAS2
    1990FordRangerS Plus46GAS2
    1993FordExplorerXLT46GAS2
    1994MazdaB4000LE46GAS2
    1994MazdaB4000SE46GAS2
    1995FordRangerXL Sport2.34GAS2
    1995FordRangerXL Sport36GAS2
    1995FordRangerXL Sport46GAS2
    1995FordExplorerExpedition46GAS2
    1997FordF-250 HDXL7.38DIESEL4
    1997FordF-250 HDXL5.88GAS4
    1997FordF-250 HDXL7.58GAS4
    1997FordF-250 HDXL7.38DIESEL2
    1997FordF-250 HDXL5.88GAS2
    1997FordF-250 HDXL7.58GAS2
    1997FordF-250 HDXLT7.38DIESEL4
    1997FordF-250 HDXLT5.88GAS4
    1997FordF-250 HDXLT7.58GAS4
    1997FordF-250 HDXLT7.38DIESEL2
    1997FordF-250 HDXLT5.88GAS2
    1997FordF-250 HDXLT7.58GAS2
    1997FordF-250XL58GAS2
    1997FordF-250XLT58GAS2
    1997FordF-250XLT VIP58GAS2
    1997FordF-250XLT VIP5.88GAS2
    1997FordRangerSport2.34GAS2
    1997FordRangerSport36GAS2
    1997FordRangerSport46GAS2
    1998FordE-150 Econoline Club WagonChateau5.48BI-FUEL2
    1998FordE-150 Econoline Club WagonCustom5.48BI-FUEL2
    1998FordE-150 Econoline Club WagonXLT5.48BI-FUEL2
    1998FordE-150 EconolineBase5.48BI-FUEL2
    1998FordE-150 EconolineXL5.48BI-FUEL2
    1998FordRangerSplash2.54GAS2
    1998FordRangerSplash2.54GAS4
    1998FordRangerSplash36GAS4
    1998FordRangerSplash46GAS4
    1999FordF-250 Super DutyXL7.38DIESEL4
    1999FordF-250 Super DutyXL5.48GAS4
    1999FordF-250 Super DutyXL6.810GAS4
    1999FordF-250 Super DutyXL7.38DIESEL2
    1999FordF-250 Super DutyXL5.48GAS2
    1999FordF-250 Super DutyXL6.810GAS2
    1999FordF-250 Super DutyLariat7.38DIESEL4
    1999FordF-250 Super DutyLariat5.48GAS4
    1999FordF-250 Super DutyLariat7.38DIESEL2
    1999FordF-250 Super DutyLariat5.48GAS2
    1999FordF-250 Super DutyXLT7.38DIESEL4
    1999FordF-250 Super DutyXLT5.48GAS4
    1999FordF-250 Super DutyXLT6.810GAS4
    1999FordF-250 Super DutyXLT7.38DIESEL2
    1999FordF-250 Super DutyXLT5.48GAS2
    1999FordF-250 Super DutyXLT6.810GAS2
    2001FordRangerXL2.34GAS2
    2001FordRangerXLT2.34GAS2
    2002FordRangerPostal--BATTERY EV (EV/BEV)0
    2002FordRangerSport36GAS4
    2003FordE-150Base4.26GAS2
    2003FordE-150XL4.26GAS3
    2003FordE-150 Club WagonChateau4.26GAS2
    2003FordE-150 Club WagonXL4.26GAS2
    2003FordE-150 Club WagonXLT4.26GAS2
    2004FordRangerTremor36FLEX2
    2004FordRangerTremor36GAS2
    2004FordRangerTremor46GAS2
    2004FordRangerTremor36FLEX4
    2004FordRangerTremor36GAS4
    2004FordRangerTremor46GAS4
    2005FordRangerSTX36GAS2
    2005FordRangerXL46GAS2
    2006FordRangerSport36GAS4
    2006FordRangerSTX46GAS2
    2007FordRangerSTX2.34GAS2
    2007FordRangerSTX46GAS2
    2007FordRangerSTX2.34GAS4
    2008FordE-150Base4.68GAS3
    2008FordE-150Base5.48GAS3
    2009FordRangerSport2.34GAS2
    2009FordRangerSport2.34GAS4
    2003-2007FordE-150Base4.68GAS2
    2003-2007FordE-150Base5.48GAS2
    2006-2007FordE-150Chateau4.68GAS3
    2006-2007FordE-150Chateau5.48GAS3
    2004-2008FordE-150XL4.68GAS3
    2003-2008FordE-150XL5.48GAS3
    2006-2008FordE-150XLT4.68GAS3
    2006-2008FordE-150XLT5.48GAS3
    2003-2005FordE-150 Club WagonXL4.68GAS2
    2003-2005FordE-150 Club WagonXL5.48GAS2
    2003-2005FordE-150 Club WagonXLT4.68GAS2
    2003-2005FordE-150 Club WagonXLT5.48GAS2
    1997-2002FordE-150 EconolineBase4.26GAS2
    1997-2002FordE-150 EconolineBase4.68GAS2
    1997-2002FordE-150 EconolineBase5.48GAS2
    1997-2000FordE-150 EconolineXL4.26GAS2
    1997-2000FordE-150 EconolineXL4.68GAS2
    1997-2000FordE-150 EconolineXL5.48GAS2
    2001-2002FordE-150 Econoline Club WagonXL4.26GAS2
    1991-1993FordExplorer4x446GAS4
    1991-1993FordExplorerBase46GAS4
    1992-1994FordExplorerEddie Bauer46GAS2
    1991-1995FordExplorerEddie Bauer46GAS4
    1993-1995FordExplorerLimited46GAS4
    1991-1995FordExplorerSport46GAS2
    1991-1995FordExplorerXL46GAS2
    1991-1995FordExplorerXL46GAS4
    1991-1995FordExplorerXLT46GAS4
    1997-1999FordF-250Base4.68GAS2
    1997-1999FordF-250Base4.68GAS3
    1998-1999FordF-250Base5.48BI-FUEL2
    1998-1999FordF-250Base5.48BI-FUEL3
    1997-1999FordF-250Base5.48CNG2
    1997-1999FordF-250Base5.48CNG3
    1997-1999FordF-250Base5.48GAS2
    1997-1999FordF-250Base5.48GAS3
    1997-1999FordF-250Lariat4.68GAS2
    1997-1999FordF-250Lariat4.68GAS3
    1998-1999FordF-250Lariat5.48BI-FUEL2
    1998-1999FordF-250Lariat5.48BI-FUEL3
    1997-1999FordF-250Lariat5.48CNG2
    1997-1999FordF-250Lariat5.48CNG3
    1997-1999FordF-250Lariat5.48GAS2
    1997-1999FordF-250Lariat5.48GAS3
    1997-1999FordF-250XL4.68GAS2
    1997-1999FordF-250XL4.68GAS3
    1998-1999FordF-250XL5.48BI-FUEL2
    1998-1999FordF-250XL5.48BI-FUEL3
    1997-1999FordF-250XL5.48CNG2
    1997-1999FordF-250XL5.48CNG3
    1997-1999FordF-250XL5.48GAS2
    1997-1999FordF-250XL5.48GAS3
    1997-1999FordF-250XLT4.68GAS2
    1997-1999FordF-250XLT4.68GAS3
    1998-1999FordF-250XLT5.48BI-FUEL2
    1998-1999FordF-250XLT5.48BI-FUEL3
    1997-1999FordF-250XLT5.48CNG2
    1997-1999FordF-250XLT5.48CNG3
    1997-1999FordF-250XLT5.48GAS2
    1997-1999FordF-250XLT5.48GAS3
    1997-1999FordF-250XLT VIP4.68GAS2
    2008-2011FordRangerBase2.34GAS2
    1990-1992FordRangerCustom2.34GAS2
    1990-1992FordRangerCustom2.96GAS2
    1991-1992FordRangerCustom36GAS2
    1990-1992FordRangerCustom46GAS2
    2001-2004FordRangerEdge36FLEX2
    2001-2004FordRangerEdge36FLEX4
    2001-2005FordRangerEdge36GAS2
    2001-2005FordRangerEdge36GAS4
    2001-2005FordRangerEdge46GAS2
    2001-2005FordRangerEdge46GAS4
    1998-2002FordRangerEV--BATTERY EV (EV/BEV)2
    2006-2009FordRangerFX446GAS2
    2005-2009FordRangerFX446GAS4
    2006-2010FordRangerLimited2.34GAS4
    1990-1992FordRangerS2.34GAS2
    1990-1992FordRangerS2.96GAS2
    1991-1992FordRangerS36GAS2
    1990-1992FordRangerS46GAS2
    1993-1997FordRangerSplash2.34GAS2
    1993-1998FordRangerSplash36GAS2
    1993-1998FordRangerSplash46GAS2
    1991-1993FordRangerSport2.34GAS2
    1991-1992FordRangerSport2.96GAS2
    1991-1993FordRangerSport36GAS2
    2006-2008FordRangerSport36GAS2
    2007-2008FordRangerSport36GAS4
    1991-1993FordRangerSport46GAS2
    2006-2011FordRangerSport46GAS2
    2006-2011FordRangerSport46GAS4
    1990-1995FordRangerSTX2.34GAS2
    1990-1992FordRangerSTX2.96GAS2
    1991-1997FordRangerSTX36GAS2
    2006-2007FordRangerSTX36GAS2
    2005-2007FordRangerSTX36GAS4
    1990-1997FordRangerSTX46GAS2
    2006-2007FordRangerSTX46GAS4
    1993-1997FordRangerXL2.34GAS2
    2002-2011FordRangerXL2.34GAS2
    2001-2011FordRangerXL2.34GAS4
    1998-2001FordRangerXL2.54GAS2
    1998-2001FordRangerXL2.54GAS4
    1999-2004FordRangerXL36FLEX2
    1999-2003FordRangerXL36FLEX4
    1993-2008FordRangerXL36GAS2
    1998-2003FordRangerXL36GAS4
    1993-2003FordRangerXL46GAS2
    2006-2011FordRangerXL46GAS2
    1998-2003FordRangerXL46GAS4
    1990-1997FordRangerXLT2.34GAS2
    2002-2011FordRangerXLT2.34GAS2
    2001-2011FordRangerXLT2.34GAS4
    1998-2001FordRangerXLT2.54GAS2
    1998-2001FordRangerXLT2.54GAS4
    1990-1992FordRangerXLT2.96GAS2
    1999-2004FordRangerXLT36FLEX2
    1999-2004FordRangerXLT36FLEX4
    1991-2008FordRangerXLT36GAS2
    1998-2008FordRangerXLT36GAS4
    1990-2011FordRangerXLT46GAS2
    1998-2011FordRangerXLT46GAS4
    1992-1994MazdaNavajoDX46GAS2
    1991-1994MazdaNavajoLX46GAS2
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    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.