What LSD (locking 1, 1.5, 2.0)should i get for 1/4 runs only?

MIke

 

Why do you need LSD for drag racing? Is one tire on dry surface and the other in water?

 

Wouldnt u get marginally better traction with two wheels fighting for traction in a launch rather than just one?

 

1.5 and 2 way wont make a difference for drag, only difference between the 2 is the 2way locks on decel

 

OK, so from the above i take it that an LSD is a lsd?

Ans if you cant see why a LSD would help for drag racing, go buy a SUV.

And its not just draging, its aslo safety, even at 60mph or so, if i run over loose gravel one tire does spin.

Mike

 

Your OP said "drag racing only". Ohhhh you mean street racing?

 

specv, what is your current trap/ET in the Z ?

 

That is not a valid argument.

 

Non LSD cars at the track usually wont peg leg on the launch-they likely will during the burnout. Many stock tired base models have gone 1.9 60ft's. Many non lsd Z's on slicks cutting 60ft's comparable or better to LSD equipped vehicles (fastest Ive seen was 1.6). Believe it o rnot, its not a HUGE difference AT THE TRACK.

 

yeah track running, my insurance is too high on the Z to risk a street racing ticket. Im running a 13.71@102.88. Im not saying im the best driver, but i was able to hit 15.01 in my specv and it was rated at 15.56. But it is all about launching. And i can honestly say i cant get the Z off the line. I have yet to get anyone running a faster time to tell me what they are launching at. My BEST 60' is a 2.16. And why isnt the safety thing a valid argument? When your doing 45-60mph in a straight line on a dry road, your back end kicking out without warring is an safety issue.

Mike

 

Going 45 or 145mph on a dry road in a straight line as you describe-wont cause your back end to come out sliding-EVER. That happens with stupid driving, in the dry in the wet at 10mph or 160mph. Please stop saying that sounds silly.

 

back off chuck. I didnt say 145, and i didnt say sideways. Read buddy. As for stupid driving, I do that in the spec... the 4bangin 4door i own thats faster than my Z, heck yours too.

Mike

 

dp

 

What in the hell are you doing to cause the rear end to kick out in a straight line without warning? Your car must have a serious issue. Take it to the dealer to have it looked at. If there is nothing wrong with your car, you need to learn to drive. If you think a LSD is safer than an open differential, you have a lot to learn, and hopefully you don't have to learn the hard way.

It's not a valid argument, because if you understood the dynamics of driving, and the differences between open differentials and limited slips, you would know that open differentials are slightly safer, especially for people who "just don't get it".

 

again, read... i never said "rear end kicks out. Basically put the tire spins... and if you think that a spinning tire, which means that is has no traction, is safe, then you need to drive. And yes, LSD is a safety feature, or can be taken as. Dynamics of driving, the moret ires that get power the better it will handle, turn, excel in the event of need, and stay straight. Further, lsd trucks sure do get out of the mud faster too. wait, also fourwheelers... wow, who knew.

 

no.



are you taking your Z off roading?

 

You are silly, and by silly I mean retarded You have a lot to learn, stop telling people to re-read your idiotic posts. Myself and other members all read the same thing. This thread started as a 1/4 LSD question, and progressed into stupidity. If you really believe not having an LSD is a safety issue, you should go get one ASAP, or bought a model with one, its that simple.

No reason for this to happen under NORMAL conditions-even in a non LSD equipped car

 

Ok, post a timeslip and mods list for your Spec V that is faster than my cars 1/4 time at its lowest power setting! I find it hard to believe you could even pilot/own a 13 second car let alone a 10 second car if you truly believe an LSD is a safety feature!

 

...I noticed a difference in straight line grip going from the stock vlsd to my nismo lsd.

I was only expecting a difference when cornering and better control with making the car change direction - which I can honestly say has also happened

 

get em berto!! RAWR!!