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OK, I'm trying to work out details for a tracked vehicle similar to a GI weasel. I would like to use a jeep rear end with sprockets for the drive system. I can't seem to get a clear answer, it's my understanding on a car/pickup rear end without posi-traction, only one wheel will pull. I want to use independent brakes on each side for steering (skid steer) The question is if this rear end was used will only one side pull going straight, & would brake steering work with two master cylinders, one for each side? I figure a locked rear end would not work since something has to give if braking was applied to only one side. I understand the concept on my D-4, & military vehicles such as tanks where it consists of clutch release & braking, but that does not answer my question for using a standard jeep third member. Thanks in advance, would appreciate any ideas!