LSD types and brands (picking the right one)

[NoVAphotog]

Diffsonline/TMS. Mfactory. Performance Gearing. What other brands are there to choose from?

8 options to choose from. Any others exist?

2 Clutch
3 Clutch
3 Clutch Ramps
Diffsonline Helical
Quaife
Wavetrac
OS Giken
Full Race Carrier

What are the DIFFerences?

I read through this thread and others. I've watched youtube videos, Googled around, discussed with other members, etc but it seems like the answer always boils down to Clarkson's description, "drive shaft goes in, magic happens and POWERRRRR comes out!"

In layman's terms, (other than Clarkson's) is the "base model" 2-clutch, 3.46, 40% static lock, 45/45 (accel/decel) ramp angle diff enough for the following list of items I'd want one for:

Increased driving dynamics
Increased Winter/snow handling
Occasional Autocross/HPDE participation

Being able to get the back end out like this:



If so, why, and what are the cons besides money expenditure/mpg decreases? If not, why would it be better to go with one of the other options?

[Crickett]

Veeeeery interested to learn the differences, too! Subscribed…

[NoVAphotog]

Veeeeery interested to learn the differences, too! Subscribed…

I think there are a few of us on here in the same boat...basic knowledge of how an LSD works in general, but when it comes to the specifics, uncertain.

[slater]

i am interested in getting one as well, for the same reasons.

ultimately i'd like a quaife as i had one in a corrado VR6 and it was amazing... just amazing. but it is mega money. based on the jargon on their website, i will likely go with a 2-clutch, perhaps a 3.38 ratio... not sure yet, i think the stock one is nice, especially for 6th on the highway.

peter

[az3579]

Thanks for asking this, Daniel. I was going to post the same question years down the road when Id be able to afford one. All I truly know is LSD = good.


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[OtterEffect]

In! I've always wondered which one did which and what type was the best for the 'naughty' stuff

[ELCID86]

Where is @EricZHP??

[NoVAphotog]

Where is @EricZHP??

Also, @Sockethead!

[Vas]

Feel free to correct me if I am wrong on this.

The 2 clutch lsd uses 2 clutches inside and the 3 clutch uses 3 clutches in the unit. The 3 clutch ramp lets you adjust the ramp angle.

Helical lsd does not use any clutches inside and uses gears inside to transfer the load.

But as far as lsd units go, clutch style is the way to go.

When it comes down to choosing an lsd, I will be going with the OS giken unit. It has great overall performance, its quite and can be used on the street/track, can be tuned easily to suit your driving needs.

[ZHP Dave]

Here's a pretty good article as far as LSDs go. It's mainly talking about an OS Giken being installed into an NSX, but a lot of good technical reading. . .
http://www.motoiq.com/MagazineArticl...ferential.aspx