looking for locker options

ok, coming from Jeep world to Tacoma I'm like a deer in headlights
I have the 2014 v6 pre runner and I don't care to do any rock crawling but I do get into areas with sand mud and sometimes snow when I go fishing.

I'm looking for a rear diff locker. I don't want an air locker. An e-locker sounds like a viable option. I've heard about pocket lockers or mechanical lockers but I've heard they sometimes decide to engage when you're driving on the street and make a loud noise. I don't like the loud noise option because my wife won't be comfortable driving when I'm too lazy.

So if anyone can educate me and point me in the right direction it would be greatly appreciated.

 

Have you ever looked at a Detroit True-Trac? Limited slip without friction material to wear out. Not an auto-locker. According to many, it also works well with the Toyota traction control system. Several jeep owners have recommended them to me as well.

 

The True-Trac appears to do the same as limited slip. Maybe im wrong. I have a 2014 pre runner which has the limited slip.

 

Thanks for the clarification.
My goal is better traction in a loose sand muddy spot. An axle swap or an ARB air locker are more money than im willing to spend.

 

I've used the Powertrax LockRight and it's not something I'd recommend for a daily driver. It clicks around turns and every once in a while you get the unwanted engagement/disengagement with the occasional BOOM which makes you think/feel like your rearend just blew up. It was great off-road though. I was amazed what I could do without shifting into 4hi.

 

Like others have stated... for you, arb is going to be the only selectable locker option thats viable.

Dont go lunchbox auto locker for a daily driver....

A detroit true trac is probably the best option for a DD without breaking the bank especially when paired with the auto LSD function.

 

I do not have experience with a True-Trac rear differential in a Tacoma but I installed one in my old Silverado. With that being said, I was completely impressed with the quality and function of the True-Trac for what it was. I used and abused the hell out of that truck with numerous drag strip trips and driving that 2wd Silverado in terrain where 2wd belonged and the Detroit always held up without a whimper. Wet traction control was never an issue either. I remember several guys who ran True-Tracs in 500+ rwhp Silverados and never having a problem with them.

This is just my experience.

 

Do the research on the tru trac..
It's an awesome unit

 

Thank you everyone for your input.
after doing a little reading the TrueTrack looks like a good option. At the time of installation is there anything else that should be upgraded or replaced?
Also, it doesn't seem like I'll have to worry much about it engaging while daily driving.

 

Not at all. If you do want to "manually" engage it, stop, put the transmission into reverse, and let up on the gas pedal just enough for a slow minute roll backwards. Should feel it engage. Its pretty subtle but with enough practice you should get it.

How it worked on my Silverado anyways.

As far as upgrading anything, I don't think so unless you want to.

 

I replaced everything I could

 

Anyone have a link on the trutrac or Video etc etc sounds promising !

 

I have a true track in my 13 due to stock rear end exploding mid burnout. But the true track is pretty bad ass in my opinio . If it sees one tire spend it puts equal power to the other wheel. And it engages so smoothers. No noise and can't tell it's there unless you need it. It has really gave me the ability to stay in 2 wheel drive more often. I recommend the true track for any one. I got mine from Yukon gear and axle the website is randysringandpinion.com under traction device. Around 600 before tax and shipping.
And no spider gears to break or friction material to have to replace

 

Glad it gave you the ability to stay in 2wd more often, because Im full time 2wd.

 

I pull a 12 ft trailer a lot and it's always muddy where it's parked so I used to have to put in 4 wheel but the true track help a lot. Plus ithe makes for nice burnouts lol

 

Subd for the info..

 

When you replace it I would you stock ring and pinion unless you want to read gear it because a new 373 ring and pinion is about a grand from Toyota and Toyota is the only place that has oe new parts.

 

You would what? Did you mean keep the stock ring and pinion?
The main reason i asked is because i dont want to be in that awkward position where the installer is trying to upsell me additional parts i dont need

 

I love my TT as well. You don't require anything else but the carrier bearings are damn near impossible to remove and reinstall without damaging them.I would suggest buying two new ones from the dealer before starting. Also some red thread lock.
There are also rare occasions that require new shims and re-adjusting the backlash but generally that is on rear ends with many miles.

During normal street driving I can't even tell it's there. The only faint indication is when I turn away from a stop in the rain (on pavement) I can feel it squirm a little. Nothing anyone else in the truck would ever notice.

 

http://www.eaton.com/Eaton/ProductsServices/Vehicle/Differentials/detroit-truetrac/index.htm