Dingo open differential rear end

[mark123]

This dingo has an open differential style rear axle. the final drove sprocket is mounted on some sort of hub which allows each rear wheel to turn independently. How do these normally work, do they have some sort of limited slip system or can they be locked up for better off road performance. Thanks.

 

[Whitetrashrocker]

I'm gonna guess, like any limited slip, hold one tire and try to spin the other one.

 

[mckutzy]

There is just gears inside, no clutches or the like.. Just a basic diff.

 

[mark123]

can it be locked some how.

 

[Whitetrashrocker]

Hey mckutzy, do those have a ring pinion and spiders?

Would it be possible to do a Lincoln locker?
Weld the spider gears together.

 

[mckutzy]

I forgot to say that earlier... they could be welded tight, but then you'll might as redo the axle and make it a proper live axle instead...
Ya they have a set of gears inside just like a standard diff, but no pinion...The diff case mounts a sprocket, so no redux like a standard diff.

 

[mark123]

why would they put such a thing in a go kart which I assume is meant for off road, I can understand if it was for pavement for better steering.

 

[mckutzy]

Ones train of thought as per marketing...... Im guessing.

But it would be better for off roads than on.... need to grip the rough uneven trails.....
Alot if not all track gokarts dont have a diff, not needed for there size.