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Originally Posted by tsk1979  Alfa_Kilo, arka says that scorpio has "auto locking hubs". so if one of the front wheels loses traction, the other will still spin, right? |
No, it wont. The scorpio has auto locking hubs, not a locking diff. The diff is responsible for transferring power between two wheels on an axle. An open diff will transfer all the power to the wheel which can overcome grip and spin.
Hub locks are provided in some part time 4x4s to disengage the wheels from the front axle drivetrain. This slightly reduces wear and tear, and has a marginal improvement on FE and performance. Old Gypsies and Jeeps used to have manually operated hub locks, whereas some SUVs has auto hublocks. Auto hublocks usually have some disadvantages compared to manual ones, so hardcore offraders prefer manual hublocks, or auto hublocks with a manual override.
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Originally Posted by ex670c Auto-Locking Hub = Electronically actuated Free-Wheeling Hub |
I think the Scorpio hublocks are similar to that of the Safari, they are mechanically actuated with the rotation of the driveshafts. Such hublocks have on disadvantage that when one changes the direction of travel, the front wheels are temporarily disengaged. So if one is stuck, and require rocking to get out, auto hublocks could let you down.
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Originally Posted by jaysmokesleaves Lets put my safari to the grind... when and where???
I feel we should wait for the monsoon to get some good slushy and muddy terrain.
I really want to find out if my safari is worth my cent. There is lots of places close to mumbai. ive offroaded close to raigad in the monsoon in a classic. Real offroad stuff.
I am game and so is my safari, all stock...on the block! |
Thats the spirit
I would love to accompany you guys on any offroad event. I dont have 4x4 at the moment, but planning to get an ex-army MM550 by the year end.