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Sure, that works and is what most people do. Some things to consider: The factory locker switch is designed to be used without needing to look at it so you don't have to take your eyes off the trail. I utilize an air locker and pressure switch so if there is a failure of the air pump or solenoid...

I'm resurrecting this post from the dead in case anyone else is interested in what I did. Minimal amount of material, although it did take some effort to fabricate the aluminum. There's potential for rubbing damage from the 1/8" rubber padding, but otherwise no modifications to the top.

Yay! Glad it's working now!

That's the plan, but I've been busy lately. I'll move it to the top of my priorities.

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You'll need to find a 50-70 psi or something close to that. They aren't as common, but are still available.

This is exactly what I would have said. Are you certain that the front locker isn't engaging? Sometimes it takes a few wheel rotations before the differential locker engages.

The included instructions include the schematic for both plugs. The plugs have numbers on them. The four wires are named the same on each plug in the schematic. I strongly suggest having a mechanic do this for you.

The final design has a custom made PCB that fits inside of a (mostly) water resistant container. You can pot the completed PCB if you need it to be completely water proof. I haven't heard back from anyone about interest in continuing to manufacture the components. So I'll probably end up open...

No, the switches put messages on the dashboard bus (can't remember what the name is) which then puts a message on the CAN bus which is then read by the sway bar module. The sway bar module is attached to the automatic sway bar. The automatic sway bar module reads and pushes messages on the CAN...

The Rubicon sway bar button can be enabled using the same device that is used to enable both lockers. The wiring harness for the sway bar is missing on the Mojave. The sway bar module is contained in the sway bar. It reports the status and contains all of the logic for enabling and disabling it...

The factory axle shafts were reused for my ARB front locker install. I believe the Mojave and max tow have the same axle shafts front and rear, but don't quote me on that.

The ARB locker came with all of the fittings and plumbing. It uses an NPT threaded adapter. Hopefully the electric locker has all of the hardware for routing the wiring through the differential housing.

Yes, although I went with an ARB locker which replaced the front open differential. The locker was installed and shimmed when new gears (5:13) were added to save on labor. Adding a locker requires drilling a hole for the wires or air tube. I drilled out where the factory Rubicon axle wires are...

It appears to use a plug that is similar to the Z-automotive aftermarket one. You will likely have to splice it yourself if the plugs aren't exactly the same. Yes, both the Z-automotive OEM and aftermarket have the correct female plug for the factory wiring harness.

It appears that the units are both functionally the same. The only difference is that the OEM plugs into an OEM locker and the aftermarket has a generic plug which you'll need to wire yourself.

The Mojave front locker wiring harness uses the same gauge wires as the factory one so it'll support up to 8 amps. I believe that the Eaton locker uses less than 5 amps. You will however, need the Z Locker OEM from Z-Automotive. This works similarly to the locker module I made but it just senses...

You'll need one locker control for each ARB locker. So if you're just doing the front you will only need one. You'll also need either the front locker wiring harness from my site or the wiring harness bundle from Jeep for a Rubicon. They're both about the same price but the one I sell is easier...

It may only work with Rubicon and Mojave models because they are both wired for the off-road switch. You'll have to figure out if the off-road switch plug is on the wiring harness or if it can be added.

If anyone is interested in doing this (and does not want to hassle with creating prototype components) a fully engineered and tested air locker control module can be purchased here: https://temperance-ors.com