Can a locker be put in the non-adv H3?

[HummBebe]

Originally Posted by JAYB1RD

So I've noticed that the rear axle on the H3 looks just like the one in my old Chevy truck. I've been searching for information on it, but can't find what I'm looking for. Is it just a narrow version of the 10-bolt in my Chevy with the 8.5" ring gear? If so, how many splines are on the axles (28 or 30 I'd guess)? Do the non-adventure models have an open diff, or is there some sort of a limited slip back there? I'm hoping it's the 8.5" open version, as it seems that a locker for the Chevy truck would slip right in place! I did not get the adventure model, but sure would like to add a rear locker if I can.

Here's a picture off of Summit's site of the Powertrax No-slip locker that I'm considering:

Take both axles out of your K1500, put them on your H3.....problem solved!

A rear locker set up on a Base model is going to be very pricy. Simply installing a locking differential has been discussed on this site, and has been estimated to cost 3-4K.

It is not as simple as putting an aftermarket ARB set up on. For the most part, the average ARB setup runs 2K+, including a compressor.

ARB will have the R&D done on the H3 by the end of the year. I'd wait for the ARB.