Open diff or LSD for AutoX

GSS138 · 07-10-2013, 10:58 PM

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Originally Posted by mdxj

Finding a good installer will be my biggest challenge. There is one near me that deals with the local exotics and GTR's that I know does great work. Otherwise it's a road trip to Dallas

You definitely want someone that knows what they are doing to install it. I am no mechanic but am old enough (39) to have dealt with some transmission issues. The Giken lsd is f0ck1ing fast. But have it installed properly. Find the right people and pay them.

DR_ · 07-11-2013, 01:38 PM

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Originally Posted by chrischhorn

I autocrossed in my base model last season and it SUCKED! 1 wheel wonder around every corner. Couldnt power out of anything and really fuzzy through slaloms even if holding RPMs. Upgraded to an Quaife LSD and I could already tell the night and day difference. Traction is MUCH better even on my crap tires I have on now. I got moved from ASP to FP class cause I also installed 4.08 gears. I won't be all too competitive but it'll be fun! Car is going to be a whole different beast from last season though. 4.08 gears, Quaife LSD, Project Mu brake pads, dialed in camber settings, some weight reductions and last but not least, a brand new set of the BFGoodrich Rivals in a 275/35/18 fronts and a 295/35/18 rears

I think you might find out with the shorter tires and the 4.08 gears that you will need to shift into 3rd a lot at an autocross, which is a real time killer.

DR_ · 07-11-2013, 01:42 PM

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Originally Posted by mdxj

Finding a good installer will be my biggest challenge. There is one near me that deals with the local exotics and GTR's that I know does great work. Otherwise it's a road trip to Dallas

Get it done near you as there is a significant chance you will have some whine and you will need to take it back in for adjustment.

chrischhorn · 07-11-2013, 07:20 PM

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Originally Posted by DR_

I think you might find out with the shorter tires and the 4.08 gears that you will need to shift into 3rd a lot at an autocross, which is a real time killer.

I don't plan on competing seriously for quite some time. For now this is just a fun hobby and to keep my aggressive driving habits somewhere safe

And of course the friendly competition against friends. I'll be the 1st to admit my driving skills is no where near enough to push the car to its limits from how I'm building it up. Might as well have it ready by the time I'm ready though

mdxj · 07-11-2013, 10:40 PM

There is a local shop that the gtr guys in the local club recommended me too. I am going to call them and see if they will do the install. I figure I will need the diff, the new axles and seal kit (i have 27k miles right now) plus their diff fluid.

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mdxj Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: OKC Posts: 290 Drives: 09 Nismo, 98 Jeep XJ Rep Power: 13	There is a local shop that the gtr guys in the local club recommended me too. I am going to call them and see if they will do the install. I figure I will need the diff, the new axles and seal kit (i have 27k miles right now) plus their diff fluid. __________________ '09 370 base - RIP '09 370 Nismo - New track car

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