P500 TorQ locker

[Red500]

First I'd like to thank the future tax payers of America. I ordered the torQ locker. Besides fluids what else do I need to replace while I'm installing it. Gaskets, seals, other things?

 

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[lee]

Front diff case is sealed with an O-ring.
I reused it.
The only consumable was the front diff gear oil.

Link to my instal done this last weekend.

P500 - Mighty P500 Build

Rack storage: Ended up going with the Honda accessory rack bags. I’ve had really good luck with a Ogio soft bag for my ATV and been using it on the P500 for a while. But I need more space to keep the wife happy. Always liked the concept of these and they look good.

hondasxs.com

 

[Red500]

Thank you.

 

[Mudder]

First I'd like to thank the future tax payers of America. I ordered the torQ locker. Besides fluids what else do I need to replace while I'm installing it. Gaskets, seals, other things?

You will need a very small punch for the pin.

Key observations/lessons learned during my installation (from an old post).

P500 Torq-Master Locker Install Tips.

1. Link to JWB Video. https://hondasxs.com/attachments/tl-honda-final-6-28-18-pdf.79804/
2. Link to AMR (Jay_man81) video P500 - Torq-Masters torq locker feedback
3. Read supplied instructions front to back before starting, will clarify videos (shims vs cone washer reuse, etc). A link to a .pdf of instructions would be helpful.
4. Bumper and winch may come off as a unit, depending on type.
5. Take measurement of exposed threads on 4wd cable to help in reinstall.
6. Caution: Pull 4wd sensor plug instead of removing bolt and twisting wire.
7. Free up brake line, just 2 bolts each side. Calipers remained in place.
8. Do not have to remove steering joint, just A arm bolts, ample clearance to pull axle out.
9. Recommend Zip tie or other method to support loose axles to A arm to prevent stress after removal from differential.
10. Before starting, get proper sized drill bit and pin punch to remove pin (someone give proper size) and a point punch to re-dimple pin in place.
11. Pre lube locker surfaces during installation.
12. Be careful of not damaging the oil seals, both while pulling the axle shafts and then reinstalling them. The stub end could easily damage the oil seal lips in the differential.
13. Circlip update from Torq-Master. Axle Re-installation - Use the new circlips provided
14. Caution: when reinstalling the rear of the front drive shaft at engine output housing, check O ring. Also the rubber boot has tabs to pull it over the housing. Do this last when you can spin the axle during rotation test, pull boot over in sections as you rotate the shaft.
15. Refill with 75-140w gear oil (optional heavier weight).
16. Clean dripped oils, then reinspect after riding to ensure no leaks at differential.
17. Give a Thanks to Torq Masters on their FB page, website or Honda SxS forum here: Welcome TORQ Masters to the Honda SxS Club!

Additional info thread. Torq Locker Install Issue - The Honda Side by Side Club!

 

[Red500]

Thank you for the info I think that it will be very helpful.

 

[906UP]

Thank you for the info I think that it will be very helpful.

I will add to be careful when driving after the install.....your face will hurt from smiling so much, it really turns the lowly P5 into an unstoppable force....lol

 

[futzin]

I did the Locker, power steering and 27s at the same time. Man oh man!

 

[Red500]

I will add to be careful when driving after the install.....your face will hurt from smiling so much, it really turns the lowly P5 into an unstoppable force....lol

That's what I'm hoping for.

 

[Red500]

I did the Locker, power steering and 27s at the same time. Man oh man!

I did the 27s a couple years ago hopefully do the power before too long.

 

[906UP]

I did the 27s a couple years ago hopefully do the power before too long.

Start saving for power steering now, I had the T.L. for about a year before I did.....night & day difference. I wouldn't say it's required but your arms/shoulders will thank you.

 

[Peter_72]

I just installed one a few weeks back, there were new circlips included....#13 on Mudders list

 

[Red500]

I just installed one a few weeks back, there were new circlips included....#13 on Mudders list

Mine arrived today and it included the circlips.

 

[The Green Goat]

I just installed one a few weeks back, there were new circlips included....#13 on Mudders list

What is Mudders list?

 

[Peter_72]

What is Mudders list?

The 4th post on this thread, it’s posted by the user Mudder

 

[Mudder]

I just installed one a few weeks back, there were new circlips included....#13 on Mudders list

Thanks for the feedback, updated #13. A good example of Torq Masters responding to customer needs.

 

[Red500]

Finally got time to install the torQ locker over the weekend. Other than a few laps around the yard haven't gotten to try it out, but it was enough to know that power steering will move up on my want list.

 

[futzin]

You will love both!

 

[oldfortyfive]

Put a Torqlocker in today in my 2015 P500 with 700 miles. That part of the job was easy. Dealing with the Honda front bumper and winch assembly added a good 3 hours to the job. I only unhooked the lower a-arms. Did not have any issues with the spring clips on the wheel drive shafts (new ones were included with the torqlocker). One thing I did that I've not seen was I disconnected the shocks on the low end, swung them up and out and snugged the bolt to hold them there instead of removing them. That worked well. I only found one shim washer in the gear box. I did find a couple loose bolts on the plow mount after four years of use. Also installed a wireless remote for the winch while I was at it.

 

[oldfortyfive]

Plowed a 4-6" of wet heavy snow today. Steering didn't feel any different in 2wd. Got a little stiffer in 4wd when you went about 1/2 way into turning. Not a big deal for the most part. With the Torqlocker I really noticed a big difference when I got off the concrete pushing the snow out into the yard and went to back out. Pretty much no hesitation now.