Why and how do I add Positraction to my rearend?
Positraction is kind of like a part-time locker for your rear end. When you’re going in a straight line, the two rear axle shafts are connected together by a mechanism (cone, clutches, or gears, depending on the type) in the carrier. This aids traction greatly. When you make a turn and one wheel needs to spin faster than another, it can because the mechanism gradually lets go and allows the axle shafts to spin at different rates. However, having the partial-locking action helps in turns too because without it, the inside rear wheel would spin, keeping you from accelerating as fast. If you have an open rear end, the rear wheel with the least traction will get the most power, leaving you to spin the wheel uselessly in low-traction situations. If you have a locked rear end, you’ll scrub your tires around turns. This is OK for drag-strip only cars but not a good idea for the street. To add Positraction: • Locate a Positraction carrier, preferrably from an H-body, or a similar locking carri
