Arb locker question
02-20-2009, 09:22 AM
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I was inspired by STUPIDFACE's handiwork so I went and did the same thing -- STUPIDFACE, you should make a "write-up" thread for this since it's an easy/cheap alternative to the $70+ off-the-shelf option. Wired/plumbed mine and it all works. It does vibrate the brake assembly (and pedal) when the compressor runs, but I don't think it's harmful. (pls. forgive the dirty engine bay...)
as for the write up, there isnt much to write about as for as the bracket goes. i mean, it aint hard to figure out where i got the idea. i dont have a problem paying the $70, but i had my compressor coming in the next day and wanted a bracket "now." instead of ordering the bracket and having to wait 3 or 4 days for it to come in, i went in the shop and made me one in less than an hour. i basically found a piece of scrap angle (4x4x1/4), measured the centers of the bolts that hold on the master cylinder, laid out the holes in the angle, cut it out using a chop saw and jig saw (out of tips for plasma). the next day when the compressor came in, i marked the holes using the compressor (didnt realize there was a backing plate that could have been used as a template). drilled the holes in the mounting platform then grinded and shined it up with a scotch brite on a 4" grinder. then last i sprayed some clear on it. unfortunately, i didnt take any pics while i was building it. i never thought that it would warant i write up....actually a write up never crossed my mind
also, i just wired up the arb compressor and switches yesterday. im gonna leave the installation of the gears and lockers to the pros. as i said, im going to try to get it to the shop the monday after mardi gras. thats monday after next to all but the 3 other poeple on here from the new orleans area.....
here are some pics:
corey d
02-20-2009, 09:35 AM
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I just meant pull it out of the thread called "ARB locker question" (which actually started out as a part number clarification... sorry for the massive hijack) and stick it in the "Write Ups" section. No worries though -- I think a search will turn up this thread for anyone interested. My process was nearly the same except my "shop" consisted of a couple of cinder blocks, a saber saw, and an angle grinder 
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05-15-2009, 06:35 AM
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i have a question, i have no room in my engine bay anymore for anything, does anyone know if i can put the air compressor for the arb air lockers in the trunk space? or does it have to be in the engine bay?
05-15-2009, 08:54 AM
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have a question, i have no room in my engine bay anymore for anything, does anyone know if i can put the air compressor for the arb air lockers in the trunk space? or does it have to be in the engine bay?
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05-15-2009, 09:11 AM
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Hard to believe that you have no room in your engine bay... unless you have a diesel, in which case I hate you. 
There are many other options and some good pics in this thread here:
https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/modified-jk-tech-2/board-air-mounts-where-81854/
There are many other options and some good pics in this thread here:
https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/modified-jk-tech-2/board-air-mounts-where-81854/