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What are the pros and cons of the 3 different types of axle in the front.

Solid axle with the get out and lock the axles.

solid axle with electric lock.

2 half shaft axles.

did i miss any

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Originally Posted by TheGambler (Post 82077)

What are the pros and cons of the 3 different types of axle in the front.

Solid axle with the get out and lock the axles.

Saves a bit of gas ...you have to get out to use

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solid axle with electric lock.

You dont have to get out

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2 half shaft axles.

Much better ride...with the actuator in the diff, it saves on gas

BTW, I dont think there is an electric lock on solid axles....they are locked in all the time....I could be wrong