|
02-09-2013, 10:03 PM
|
#1 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: May 2012
Location: Perry, Oklahoma
Posts: 157
|
Detroit Truetrac?
I know these get mixed reviews, but Im just curious if anybody here is actually running one and has any +/- feedback on it.
Does anybody know if its actually made in the USA? Ive been researching, but cant seem to find any 100% proof of where it is actually made. I know the eaton is king of the hill, and ive never broke one, but Im thinking about trying the truetrac just out of curiosity. What do you guys think?
__________________
85 Scottsdale LWB 383 227/235 105 lsa Howards Roller TH350 by Jakes Performance, Sanger TX |
|
|
|
02-09-2013, 10:27 PM
|
#2 | |
|
just can't cover up my redneck
Join Date: May 2004
Location: Columbus OH
Posts: 11,414
|
Re: Detroit Truetrac?
I ran one in the D44 front 8f a '74 Chevy truck. It had 35" Ground Hawgs for part of that time, which were later swapped for some 40" Regul Trailblazers. That same truck had a Detroit Locker in a 14bolt rear. Both performed flawlessly with a 454, 4spd and a very grippy clutch. I'm sure that the 40"tires are well over the rated capacity of the Tru-Trac, but it was fine,despite county fair pulling competitions with smaller tires and heavy mudding with the bigger ones. It would be my choice again.
__________________
You can review the site's rules here. Quote:
Bad planning on your part does not necessarily constitute an instant emergency on my part.... The great thing about being a pessimist is that you are either pleasantly surprised or right. 
|
|
|
|
|
|
02-09-2013, 11:36 PM
|
#3 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: Jun 2012
Posts: 1,089
|
Re: Detroit Truetrac?
I installed one in my 69 works great,, spins both back tires solid every time.
Posted via Mobile Device |
|
|
|
|
02-10-2013, 12:51 AM
|
#4 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: Mar 2012
Location: Leanna, TN
Posts: 2,061
|
Re: Detroit Truetrac?
I'm glad someone started this. I'm gonna have to do something to get some traction!
__________________
=MATTHEW 69 Stepper...Stroked & Bagged  GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN2003 Chevrolet Z71 Ext. Cab 1995 Cavalier gas saver! |
|
|
|
|
02-10-2013, 07:42 AM
|
#5 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: Smyrna, Ga
Posts: 1,647
|
Re: Detroit Truetrac?
I have one behind a 450 hp motor in my DD '69. I beat the snot out of it. I'd recommend it, well worth the money.
|
|
|
|
|
02-10-2013, 10:05 AM
|
#6 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2012
Location: West Des Moines, Iowa
Posts: 450
|
Re: Detroit Truetrac?
I have one in the S60 in my wagon. It runs low 11's at 4,200 lbs with a healthy 512, TKO600 and 315 drag radials. I haven't had an issue yet.
__________________
64 Biscayne - 230/PG, Accuair E-Level, 18/20 Bonneville C's. 68 Charger R/T - #'s matching 440/auto car, 499/727/3.91. 68 GTX - 440/4-speed, Dana 60. 44,000 miles. 71 SWB C10 - LQ4+S476r 06 Duramax - LBZ - Exhaust, EFI Live, etc... |
|
|
|
|
02-10-2013, 10:06 AM
|
#7 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: Mar 2012
Location: Colorado
Posts: 138
|
Re: Detroit Truetrac?
I have one on my Blazer. I haven't beat on it yet but definitely works well in the snow here.
|
|
|
|
|
02-10-2013, 10:29 AM
|
#8 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: May 2012
Location: Perry, Oklahoma
Posts: 157
|
Re: Detroit Truetrac?
Thanks for all the replies and experiences guys, looks like it will do everything I want it to do reliably. Appreciate it!
Posted via Mobile Device
__________________
85 Scottsdale LWB 383 227/235 105 lsa Howards Roller TH350 by Jakes Performance, Sanger TX |
|
|
|
|
02-10-2013, 12:57 PM
|
#9 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: Jun 2012
Posts: 1,089
|
Re: Detroit Truetrac?
The reason I bought it over others was there are no clutch plates to wear out and no ratchet gear to tear out. I had a Detroit locker in my 77 with 33/12.5s and tore out that ratchet gear, have the same one in my Nova with zero problems but it only goes straight and not over rocks/ditches and mud.
Posted via Mobile Device |
|
|
|
|
02-10-2013, 04:46 PM
|
#10 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: Mar 2012
Location: Leanna, TN
Posts: 2,061
|
Re: Detroit Truetrac?
Well, now that we've established that these are a good idea, where's the best place to get one? Summit, JEGS, or is there another supplier with a better deal?
__________________
=MATTHEW 69 Stepper...Stroked & Bagged GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN2003 Chevrolet Z71 Ext. Cab 1995 Cavalier gas saver! |
|
|
|
|
02-10-2013, 05:59 PM
|
#11 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 1999
Location: Mid NE USA
Posts: 2,212
|
Re: Detroit Truetrac?
I have one front and rear of my CJ5 they work Great. They do not make noise and work great in snow.
Ron
__________________
Member #111 68 C-10 Daily Driver70  4x4 Project76 Jeep CJ-5 Help Support the Board: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php He who knows nothing is closer to the truth than he whose mind is filled with falsehoods and errors. Thomas Jefferson |
|
|
|
|
02-10-2013, 07:57 PM
|
#12 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: Jun 2012
Posts: 1,089
|
Re: Detroit Truetrac?
I bought mine from Summit along with new gears and a master install kit. Figure Jegs is just as good of place as well I have had good luck with either place.
Posted via Mobile Device |
|
|
|
|
02-10-2013, 11:15 PM
|
#13 |
|
Registered User
 
Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: Ozark, MO
Posts: 4,887
|
Re: Detroit Truetrac?
Ron's machine or Randy's ring and pinion
__________________
'20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids
|
|
|
|
|
02-10-2013, 11:23 PM
|
#14 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2012
Location: USA
Posts: 209
|
Re: Detroit Truetrac?
This interest me as well. I think this is the one I would need for my truck.
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/dt...6/media/images |
|
|
|
 |
| Bookmarks |
|
|
Linear Mode
