jcwcooper Posted May 19, 2010 Share Posted May 19, 2010 Right, Ive managed to get hold of an ARB locker and have a few questions. How do I tell which model it is (it is 24 spline) Any tips on how to remove the diff carrier bearings? my bearing puller wont fit underneath in the small space provided I didn't get a air solenoid with the diff are there any alternitives to the genuine ARB one as its fairly spendy! Any help would be great! Thanks Dave. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bishbosh Posted May 19, 2010 Share Posted May 19, 2010 Definitely cheaper solenoid alternatives - IIRC the ARB range is 80 - 100 psi and you want a 5mm push fit connection one end and whatever you need for your compressor reservoir the other. Try Farnel or similar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcwcooper Posted May 19, 2010 Author Share Posted May 19, 2010 Thanks Bish. Ive been looking for the last 45mins and found a couple that would have been ideal if they hadnt had been 24V. They all seem to be around £50-60 too. Dave. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lewis Posted May 20, 2010 Share Posted May 20, 2010 Try ABS or TTC truck trailer part suppliers for air solenoids. Does it need to be electrically operated? In the past I have fitted manual button operated valves for arb's and air rams etc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soren Frimodt Posted May 20, 2010 Share Posted May 20, 2010 I think if you post a pic of it, some grown ups will be able to tell you which model it is. Anyways you could use just a manual valve for the air as suggested, works fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zim Posted May 20, 2010 Share Posted May 20, 2010 I don't run solenoids on my diff's. I use a 3/2 lever valve. My theory being that an electrical solenoid has more chance of buggering (blown fuse etc) up when it's most vital (i.e. bogged down deep in water or something !) Here they are : One of these is the sort of thing you'll need - http://uk.rs-online.com/web/search/searchBrowseAction.html?method=getProduct&R=3896630 - but look around, you'll find them cheaper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jericho Posted May 20, 2010 Share Posted May 20, 2010 You can get suitable manual air valves for about £25. About two years ago,when the exchange rate was better,I bought several ARB solenoids from the USA.They worked out at £27 each while Devon 4x4 was selling them at £69. The rate is not so good now,but it may still be worth looking at what they cost in other countries. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcwcooper Posted May 21, 2010 Author Share Posted May 21, 2010 Thanks for the replys. I've got a feeling its an RD56 but i'm not sure..... Anyone got any tips for removing the old carrier bearings? Dave. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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