4kq Differential Operation and warnings?????

[Per Lindgren]

Real simple rules are that you shouldnt drive with locked diffs when 
it's not necessary.

To be a bit more specific, do not drive with locked diffs on dry tarmac, 
and you should be aware that locked diffs will affect the handling of 
the car, especially in slippery conditions. It is very easy to 
experience premature brake lock-up when driving with locked diffs on 
snow or ice, because if one wheel locks, the 3 others will lock as well. 
BTDT!

Oh, btw, there is no problem locking them @ 90 mph, as long as the road 
is straight.

PerL
87 Cq

Stpndsmnn at aol.com wrote:

>Hi,
>
>I just completed the R&R on the center support bearing in my 85 4kq.  Now 
>that I can use the locking differentials in my first Q I wanted to make sure that 
>I don't screw anything up.
>
>I don't have the owners manual so if someone would be willing to scan and 
>e-mail the pages on differential operation or if there are some real simple rules 
>that would be great...  Things like don't lock the diffs at 90mph!  etc...   
>
>Thanks
>Matt Kramer
>'83 CGTturbo 
>85 4kq 
>
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