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Old 07-07-2013, 06:08 PM
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bd 2 low kit ?

I was just wondering if the BD 2 low kit was a good alternative to manual locking hubs. I seen it in the genos garage catalog and tried a search to see feedback. It says that when in it doesn't run the wheels through the t case. does anybody have one and how good is it?
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2 lo is 4 lo without engaging the front axle disconnect, it's good for maneuvering heavy trailers in tight locations on dry pavement, manual locking hubs disengage the wheels from the axle shafts.
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Originally Posted by dubc2323
I was just wondering if the BD 2 low kit was a good alternative to manual locking hubs. I seen it in the genos garage catalog and tried a search to see feedback. It says that when in it doesn't run the wheels through the t case. does anybody have one and how good is it?
How much is it?

All it really does is keep the vacuum from reaching the front axle, guys have just bought a valve and done the same thing.

Posiloc 4X4 removes the vacuum completely, and no worries about your front axle not engaging later....... More expensive though.
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it goes for $150 I actually like the idea of just putting in a valve. I would like to put in the posilock someday but I have to do other things to it first. ok thanks guys
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Originally Posted by dubc2323
it goes for $150 I actually like the idea of just putting in a valve. I would like to put in the posilock someday but I have to do other things to it first. ok thanks guys
Some threads for your consideration.

https://www.dieseltruckresource.com/...&highlight=2LO

https://www.dieseltruckresource.com/...&highlight=2LO
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I got my 2 lo kit from Pacbrake years ago for about $85. One of the BEST things I've done to my truck. Makes maneuvering and parking trailers immensely easier, and I find myself using 2 lo for all kinds of situations. Well worth the money. I have my solenoid switch mounted down by the transfer case level so I can easily activate 2 lo when going into 4 lo. Lockable hubs are extremely expensive since the Dodge Dana 60 needs a retrofit kit to accommodate the new hubs.
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Yeah, I think I'm going to do the 2 low kit and maybe some day when I have enough money do the posiloc. I'll definitely check out pacbrake. Ive read all about people converting to manual hubs with old ford parts and so forth.That's probably something I would never get around to doing.
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