Oh wow, I never even considered the weather. When I switched to manual hubs I packed it so full the spring and mechanism had no room to move, and this was in the summer. Image how bad it could have been come winter when I need it to work most. Thanks for that insight.

88 Montero, StarQuest turbo, Kormex 5speed +tuff-pan w/phoenix f. stage2 clutch, 4in lift+33' tires, 4.875 lsd, short-throw shifter, Aisin hubs, SR big brakes, gen2 uca's, elantra alt, and so much more... 16g turbo w/hardpipes + 4.90 locking disk-brake axle soon (maybe lsd or aussie front??)