Harris Eaton Elocker 2nd gen

That's hits it right on the head. Solid logic.

The design has been around for other vehicles for years so it is proven itself in my opinion. May be new to Toyota but the design isn't new.

 

Oddly enough, and I'm not standing up for the "air" locker -- my choice would be electric.... I was driving a suzuki vitara for a while, and it had an air pressure activated ADD. So yeah, this type of system *is* used by OEMs sometimes.

 

Onboard tire pump really isn't a good selling feature, especially when you're looking at multiple HUNDREDS to buy essentially a TIRE PUMP that you can buy on Amazon for $20.

 

Wow....you read my entire post and THAT is your one take away? Please don't poison this thread further...

 

I think you are misunderstanding.
By not contradicting the rest of it, I AM AGREEING WITH IT.
I simply don't agree that there is hundreds of dollars worth of value in having it as a tire pump, because tire pumps are CHEAP.

 

Gotcha.
And yes, tire pumps certainly are cheap but a high flow pump that you're essentially getting as an integrated cost item (sunk cost in the locker setup) is a nice plus. It's always installed and ready to go without taking up extra space in the cab. Space in the cab is precious!

 

Strange.
Hmmm
Have you done the locker anytime mod?
Maybe it woild help the sensitivity of the engagement mechanism

 

Not yet...maybe soon

 

Its not hard.
Let me know if ya need some help

 

Did you use the relay from Amazon or radio shack?

 

Radio shack
$10

 

I don't think radio shack even exists around here anymore lol

Just have frys

 

Thry should have it. Just make sure to grab the 12 volt and not be 120 volt
We still have 1 here close.
I can grab 1 for you if needed

 

Any updates from anyone running the Harrop E-Locker? I am strongly considering it and would like to hear about any firsthand experience with the system.

 

If you want to try a Harrop, they are on sale through Monday - $100 off

We have sold over 400 in the US in the last couple of years, no complaints, they work well.

Check it out: http://mailchi.mp/7b82601e77f7/cruiser-brothers-black-friday-sale

 

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=nT_H6rpd-Ck

Here's my $0.02:
I'm buying one of these. ARB is great too but requires airlines and constant air pressure and constant amp draw for the compressor to run. That same compressor can fill up tires, yes, but it is so slow it really gives you time to ponder all the poor choices you have made in life (CO2 tank for the win!).
While the Eaton only requires a constant 8amp draw to keep the electro magnet energized. Less parts, less failure potential, less install time and similar overall investment.
From a strength perspective pretty much every locker is stronger than the stuff that surrounds it, even the factory elocker which some of you guys are hating on for some reason tho it's the only one that you can easily (dis)engage on the trail by hand, just gotta pull the actuator.

As long as the Auburn ECTED isn't available for Tacos - and I really wish it was (LSD to locker) - this one gets my vote , and money , for the above reasons

Edit: @Cruiser Brothers : any hookups possible?

 

Most definitely. How about a Harrop elocker group buy? Any interest?

The 4-pinion Harrop/Eaton has been out there for seven years, no gripes. We have sold over 500 in USA since 2015 and no failures.....

Who wants a deal? $100 off, free shipping? Maybe 3 weeks from order to arrival.

 

Will pm you

 

I've had mine installed for a year and I'm quite happy with the decision. Quick to activate, few moving parts and got a good deal from one of @Cruiser Brothers dealers here in Texas, Tandem Offroad.