Anti slip vs idk

[Montano14]

I am ordering a single cab 2021 ram 1500. It’s will be 2wd lowered and all but one of the options is anti slip. What is that and do I need that? Is that where one spins or both spin? Preferably I want both to spin if the tires do get loose

 

[Royalist_Ram]

I am ordering a single cab 2021 ram 1500. It’s will be 2wd lowered and all but one of the options is anti slip. What is that and do I need that? Is that where one spins or both spin? Preferably I want both to spin if the tires do get loose

I assume you mean 1500 classic, since it’s the only 1500 offered in a Reg Cab now? Still technically a 4th Gen, regardless the anti-spin diff basically prevents the rear tires from spinning in a low traction scenario. I noticed it helped quite a bit on surfaces like gravel, when in 2WD for example. I recommend it, but then again I also highly recommend you get 4WD, you’ll have it in 2WD for the majority of the time anyways, but’s it’s also nice to have. Considering you’re lowering it, I take it you’re out in Cali?

 

[Montano14]

yes I mean 1500 classic. Sorry I am just getting into all of this I am ordering it in az so I don’t have to worry about much weather. I just thought the anti slip made one wheel spin and whatever the other option is (I don’t even know what the standard is for ram) makes both spin for like a burn out

 

[Royalist_Ram]

yes I mean 1500 classic. Sorry I am just getting into all of this I am ordering it in az so I don’t have to worry about much weather. I just thought the anti slip made one wheel spin and whatever the other option is (I don’t even know what the standard is for ram) makes both spin for like a burn out

All good dude, yeah being up north, 4wd is a must and there are no rwd vehicles near me lol. Anyways in regards to the anti-spin, it’s a limited slip rear differential setup. It allows for limited slip because of allowing traction to be maintained from both wheels rotating at the same speed (if I’m not mistaken, please someone clarify if I’m wrong). With the 5th gens, you can option a Rear diff lock on top of this for maximum traction in sticky situations.

 

[myles]

I am ordering a single cab 2021 ram 1500. It’s will be 2wd lowered and all but one of the options is anti slip. What is that and do I need that? Is that where one spins or both spin? Preferably I want both to spin if the tires do get loose

Didn't even know they still made the single cab besides for commercial fleet vehicles. But the anti slip is probably a LSD(limited slip differential) and that is what you want. the LSD is what keeps both wheels turning when one loses traction.
An open differential is where the wheel with the least amount of traction gets the power, you don't want that.

Ram also offers an E-Locker, which is an electric locking differential, which is more aggressive because it's an all or nothing type of differential, and is mainly used for off-roading, and has very bad on-road performance. I wouldn't recommend it for a vehicle that stays on the pavement. LSD would be the way to go for a lowered truck.

 

[Royalist_Ram]

Didn't even know they still made the single cab besides for commercial fleet vehicles. But the anti slip is probably a LSD(limited slip differential) and that is what you want. the LSD is what keeps both wheels turning when one loses traction.
An open differential is where the wheel with the least amount of traction gets the power, you don't want that.

Yeah he’s talking classic, 2021 4th Gen’s; anyone can get one, just very uncommon outside fleet and work trucks. And yeah ^ this for the LSD/Anti-Spin.

 

[Dusty1948]

yes I mean 1500 classic. Sorry I am just getting into all of this I am ordering it in az so I don’t have to worry about much weather. I just thought the anti slip made one wheel spin and whatever the other option is (I don’t even know what the standard is for ram) makes both spin for like a burn out

I had LSD on my two previous Ram 1500s (now called Classics) and I would recommend it. I'm in a snow area, but even on wet grass and loose sand it provides an advantage. The E-locker is only available in 3.92 axle ratio, I believe.

Best regards,
Dusty
2019 Ram 1500 Billet Silver Laramie Quad Cab 2WD, 5.7 Hemi, 8HP75, 3.21 axle, 33 gallon fuel tank, factory dual exhaust, 18” wheels. Build date: 03 June 2018. Now at: 045407 miles.

 

[jimchi]

My explanation of the options from a previous thread:

Nothing aka "Open" differential: acts as a normal differential. If one wheel loses traction, it spins while the opposite wheel on the axle stays stationary. Relies on traction control system (brakes) to get out of slippery situations.
Pros: Low Cost
Cons: 100% of engine torque will not be applied to non-slipping wheel. Brakes could overheat if used continuously
Best use: Street trucks that don't see off-road/slippery conditions

Anti-spin aka Limited-Slip: acts as a normal open differential until one wheel is turning significantly faster/slower than the other on the same axle. At that point clutch packs in the differential lock up and both wheels spin at the same speed.
Pros: No user input required
Cons: Cost, clutch packs wear out over time
Best use: Street trucks that occasionally see off-road/slippery conditions or street trucks who want better acceleration under heavy load

Locker: acts as a normal open differential until the user selects locking function. Once locked, both wheels spin at same speed.
Pros: Maximum traction in off-road conditions.
Cons: Cost, unacceptable for street use when locked
Best use: Trucks that frequently see off-road/slippery conditions


For more info on what a differential does, see this youtube video:

Hope this helps!

 

[jimchi]

Yeah I know the 5th Gen has a LSD standard but you can add the Anti-Spin on top of that; if I'm not mistaken.

Nope the standard is an open diff. Marketing literature (from many car brands) frequently refers to this as an "eLSD," which just means that the vehicle is relying on the traction control system to apply differential braking. This has the effect of acting as a virtual LSD, at the expense of brake life and maximum power transfer. It is not a true clutch-based limited slip, which is what Ram calls "Anti-spin."

 

[Royalist_Ram]

Nope the standard is an open diff. Marketing literature (from many car brands) frequently refers to this as an "eLSD," which just means that the vehicle is relying on the traction control system to apply differential braking. This has the effect of acting as a virtual LSD, at the expense of brake life and maximum power transfer. It is not a true clutch-based limited slip, which is what Ram calls "Anti-spin."

Just looked into it, you're correct.

 

[Dusty1948]

Traction Control as a substitute for limited slip does not work on my open diff DT. I've tested it. Unfortunately, one wheel has to slip in order to trigger the traction control. When that wheel gets the brake the other wheel will start to slip, releasing the braking on the previous side. One side will always slip first. This happens every time I try to back up on my wet grass driveway which is on a 10 degree slope.

Wish I had limited slip.

Regards,
Dusty
2019 Ram 1500 Billet Silver Laramie Quad Cab 2WD, 5.7 Hemi, 8HP75, 3.21 axle, 33 gallon fuel tank, factory dual exhaust, 18” wheels. Build date: 03 June 2018. Now at: 045407 miles.

 

[millerbjm]

If you buy a truck with the elocker does the open diff act just like a standard truck and use the traction control etc. to mimic a LSD?

 

[devildodge]

The E-locker is only available in 3.92 axle ratio, I believe.

The eLocker is not available on the classic...but on the 5th Gen DT you can get the eLocker with 3.21 if you irder the off road group.

On the REBEL and the standalone option it is 3.92 only though