Replace the LSD or just diff housing?
09-24-2004, 02:16 PM
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Replace the LSD or just diff housing?
I posted a question on the Racing Forum in regards to the "weak link" on the S2000. I was told I'd get a better response in here.........
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the weak link in the diff is the diff housing and then the lsd
the torsen will break if you have a lot more than stock power or repeatedly abuse it
if you plan to use your car for drag only then it may save in the long run to replace both
the torsen will break if you have a lot more than stock power or repeatedly abuse it
if you plan to use your car for drag only then it may save in the long run to replace both
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I broke my lsd, not my ring gear, pinion, or housing. If you were to ask me i'd say the lsd is the weak point. It may be just the way I drive, but I'd imagine if the lsd is not the weak point, then it is very close to the weakest point.
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FYI, if any of you need an OEM LSD, I have the one from my '01 S2000 that I'll unload cheap. It has less than 8,000 miles on it, I upgraded to a Cusco RS 1.5 LSD, otherwise my LSD is tip top.
About the Comptech reinforced diff housing which I bought, my friend and installer determined it's basically just an OEM diff with reinforced housing bolts, probably not recommended for the $400+ you'll pay to get it. With the help of a machinist, you could make something comparable for a lot less money. But if money's not an object and it gives you piece of mind, it doesn't hurt of course.
If you're upgrading your LSD which I think is a great mod for improved handling, I'd recommend the ATS with the carbon syncros, in conjunction with the right diff fluid it will not chatter at all. Give a holler to Vapor on Honda-Tech if you'd like more feedback on the ATS LSD.
About the Comptech reinforced diff housing which I bought, my friend and installer determined it's basically just an OEM diff with reinforced housing bolts, probably not recommended for the $400+ you'll pay to get it. With the help of a machinist, you could make something comparable for a lot less money. But if money's not an object and it gives you piece of mind, it doesn't hurt of course.
If you're upgrading your LSD which I think is a great mod for improved handling, I'd recommend the ATS with the carbon syncros, in conjunction with the right diff fluid it will not chatter at all. Give a holler to Vapor on Honda-Tech if you'd like more feedback on the ATS LSD.
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Originally Posted by yellowknockers,Dec 30 2004, 03:00 PM
FYI, if any of you need an OEM LSD, I have the one from my '01 S2000 that I'll unload cheap. It has less than 8,000 miles on it, I upgraded to a Cusco RS 1.5 LSD, otherwise my LSD is tip top.
About the Comptech reinforced diff housing which I bought, my friend and installer determined it's basically just an OEM diff with reinforced housing bolts, probably not recommended for the $400+ you'll pay to get it. With the help of a machinist, you could make something comparable for a lot less money. But if money's not an object and it gives you piece of mind, it doesn't hurt of course.
If you're upgrading your LSD which I think is a great mod for improved handling, I'd recommend the ATS with the carbon syncros, in conjunction with the right diff fluid it will not chatter at all. Give a holler to Vapor on Honda-Tech if you'd like more feedback on the ATS LSD.
About the Comptech reinforced diff housing which I bought, my friend and installer determined it's basically just an OEM diff with reinforced housing bolts, probably not recommended for the $400+ you'll pay to get it. With the help of a machinist, you could make something comparable for a lot less money. But if money's not an object and it gives you piece of mind, it doesn't hurt of course.
If you're upgrading your LSD which I think is a great mod for improved handling, I'd recommend the ATS with the carbon syncros, in conjunction with the right diff fluid it will not chatter at all. Give a holler to Vapor on Honda-Tech if you'd like more feedback on the ATS LSD.
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