Bringing this back from the dead... I don't know how I missed this thread, but this is by far one of the best threads I've seen on this board.

Adding to what has already been said (and having a Quaife in my Honda), if you want reliability, go with the Quaife. If you want more performance and the ability to adjust your locking ratios, go with a clutch type.

Now for the important question, which one?

Guru, can you provide a more detailed technical explanation on the design of the ATS carbon unit? If I remember correctly, a 1.5way LSD partially locks while braking and during acceleration while a 2 way locks completely during braking, and thus is better suited for drifting. Something I do not want is a really loose rear end at the track.

Also, how involved is the install? How much time should I expect to invest in this install (as I plan on trying the install myself if possible). Can somebody pull this info out of the service manual?

 

You are correct on the 1.5 way and 2 way operation. 2 way is actually made to improve braking performance but guys also use it for drifting. The ATS is available either way, your choice, same price. As for install it should be pretty starightforward. Remove differential housing, swap out and reinstall. I don't have a factory manual though. On the Supras it takes about 3 hours.

 

Hey Daytona,

how did the install ever go and anything to report on the Kazz differential? what do you notice over stock?

has anyone on this forum replaced their Z diff yet?

 

With the horrendous weather the Northeast has been having, the Z has barely left the garage. Now I'm waiting on the exhaust to show up so I can install both together. SPI Power Excel gave me a deal if I let them install both at the same time. I should have them both on by the end of the month.

 

How did the install go, or are you still waiting. Im leaning towards the Kaaz aswell. Looks like a nice unit. I found another site that sells them, anyone deal with them? they are selling it for $731.00

http://store.yahoo.com/phase2motorsports/nismosmod.html

Later
Aceman

 

To Bad but look again its actually 845.00 for the 350z I think you were looking at the 1.5 and 2 model on the drop down.Check again.But still 845 isnt bad.

 

Your Order

Item Name

1 Nissan (Most Models)
Way: 350Z(2-Way/$845.75) 731.00
Subtotal: 731.00

Shipping and tax may be added to your order. For terms, see the Info page.


If you go to the check out part, this is what it says. Maybe their site is messed up. But i take it that they are discounting it now.

Later
Aceman

 

thats a good deal if you can get it..are they in stock?

 

Just wondering if you had gotten around to the instalkl yet Daytona? Been wondering about changing over the LSD myself.

 

I'm going to really bring it back from the dead just to clarify some points about the Cusco ones.

Type MZ - a bit noiser to engage than the RS, offered in a 1.5 way configuration, and has adjustable lockup points.

Type RS - becuase of the spring design, much quieter and smoother than the MZ. I have personally used this diff before and it works very well. Although offered as a 1.5 way, can be upgraded to a 2 way if so desired, and also has adjustable lockup points.

 

I talked to ATS today about this carbon diff.......they say they will not have an application for the 350z until spring. Where are you getting the info from?????

 

Wondering how many people have this done now. And which one you went with. Also what should i pay for labor.

Later
Aceman