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7.5 rear diff.

i have an 03 ranger with a 7.5 open rear end and want to get some better traction out of it i was thinking about a lock-right locker for the truck. i think its the best one i hav seen for the diff size and only $340. if that is the best way to go? i would like some advice anything would help. thanks
 
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That would work, but depending on how you use your Ranger a limited slip might be better.
 
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If you are just everyday driver, I say go for limited slip.
 
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Lincoln lock it

know a buddy with a welder....it'll cost you a case of beer
 
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Seen buddies break there axles doing that also
 
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^^ true
 
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take the beer offer sooo much better to lock
 
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Don't weld the 7.5 it WILL break! Now if you really want to get down find an exploder axle with limited slip and disc breakes FTW!
 
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