ARB vs stock Locker

so I have an SR5 and may get a locker in the future and I was wondering if the ARB is better than the stock TRD locker and why?

 

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Both are going to be about the same price.

 

TRD locker uses electronics, ARB uses compressed air. If you have the need for on board air, the ARB might be a good option since you'd have to add a system for the locker anyways. If not, you might be able to get a used TRD Off Road rear axle and wiring and do the swap out and save some $$.

 

So I can't just simply add a locker to a stock sr5 4x4

 

Not a TRD locker, you can add an ARB to your stock rear end.

 

The ARB has a stronger carrier and engages smoother/faster. I would choose the ARB over the e locker every time.

 

My Elocker engages smoothy each time every time.

 

The SR5 truck's rear end is a larger rear end then the stock e-locker rear end, so add an ARB and you will have stronger, locked rear IMO. Then, upgrade the compressor for a clean, on board air set up. Much cheaper then swapping out axles, electricals, etc. and a better set up many would agree. Plus, this would be a good time if you wanted or needed to re gear.

 

I see. Will regearing effect VSC?

 

My E-Locker has never let me down, and has always engaged with no problems. But if I had my choice between the two, I would choose the ARB.

 

Guess ARB it is

 

ARB

 

Agree, and with ARB, you have air for filling tires, etc.

 

ARB all the way