Viscous-Limited Slip Differential
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Viscous-Limited Slip Differential
I read that all Zs have Viscous-Limited Slip Differentials except for the Base model. Does that mean that the base model doesnt have limited slip at all or just some other type? Will it spin both tires or just one?
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Do you mean it will do a lot as in a lot of traction or a lot of spinning?
Do you mean it will do a lot as in a lot of traction or a lot of spinning?
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Also "How Differentials work"
The open differential always applies the same amount of torque to each wheel. There are two factors that determine how much torque can be applied to the wheels: equipment and traction. In dry conditions, when there is plenty of traction, the amount of torque applied to the wheels is limited by the engine and gearing; in a low traction situation, such as when driving on ice, the amount of torque is limited to the greatest amount that will not cause a wheel to slip under those conditions. So, even though a car may be able to produce more torque, there needs to be enough traction to transmit that torque to the ground. If you give the car more gas after the wheels start to slip, the wheels will just spin faster.
The open differential always applies the same amount of torque to each wheel. There are two factors that determine how much torque can be applied to the wheels: equipment and traction. In dry conditions, when there is plenty of traction, the amount of torque applied to the wheels is limited by the engine and gearing; in a low traction situation, such as when driving on ice, the amount of torque is limited to the greatest amount that will not cause a wheel to slip under those conditions. So, even though a car may be able to produce more torque, there needs to be enough traction to transmit that torque to the ground. If you give the car more gas after the wheels start to slip, the wheels will just spin faster.
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Actually, if you want to heavily mod the car or race it the base model is the way to go. The stock LSD is not up to serious racing and you are not going to want all the electronic controls in a racing situation either. But for street use in stock form the base model is a poor choice. I have not driven one but I think that you would be spinning one tire all over the place, limiting the amount of torque available to accelerate the car. I know I have despised other one wheel drive wonders with a lot less power than the Z!
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Oh my God.... Any of you drive a Base yet? The Base model is no different that others models in any street circuntances, theres no gonna be a LOT more wheel spin, but if you have the extra money go w the Enthusiast that have all the others goodies!
P.S. "The stock LSD is not up to serious racing and you are not going to want all the electronic controls in a racing situation either. " ... thats true!
P.S. "The stock LSD is not up to serious racing and you are not going to want all the electronic controls in a racing situation either. " ... thats true!
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In agressive street driving you will be able to tell the difference between an open rear and one with a LSD. There is nothing more aggravating then not being able to hook up through a turn because the weight shifts and the inside wheel breaks loose. A little sand, water, whatever, even on dry pavement its going to happen.
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Originally posted by Zrated
In agressive street driving you will be able to tell the difference between an open rear and one with a LSD. There is nothing more aggravating then not being able to hook up through a turn because the weight shifts and the inside wheel breaks loose. A little sand, water, whatever, even on dry pavement its going to happen.
In agressive street driving you will be able to tell the difference between an open rear and one with a LSD. There is nothing more aggravating then not being able to hook up through a turn because the weight shifts and the inside wheel breaks loose. A little sand, water, whatever, even on dry pavement its going to happen.
I believe that the LSD is a good option for the Z, but in my opinion the car (stock) don't need it. If you want to do high mod. to the car, then you have to put a GOOD LSD!
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ever wonder when on tv or movies they have a car on its 2 side wheels whther thats a open or semi-locked differential? Hmmm
yeeeeeee ha!( dukes of hazard style!) thats where you will really notice you need a lsd on a base model
yeeeeeee ha!( dukes of hazard style!) thats where you will really notice you need a lsd on a base model
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Originally posted by 350z4steve
ever wonder when on tv or movies they have a car on its 2 side wheels whther thats a open or semi-locked differential? Hmmm
yeeeeeee ha!( dukes of hazard style!) thats where you will really notice you need a lsd on a base model
ever wonder when on tv or movies they have a car on its 2 side wheels whther thats a open or semi-locked differential? Hmmm
yeeeeeee ha!( dukes of hazard style!) thats where you will really notice you need a lsd on a base model
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Isn't the car easy to fish tail with an Open Diff?
I found that the hard way when I was 16-17. I drove my '87 200SX SEV6 made a left turn on wet pavement and had a little too much gas. The tires slipped and the car started to fish tail badly. I lost control and hit the curb. No other damage besides my car. So I was never fond of open diff.
This car is still alive and well through my college years. I take the Z33 out once in awhile and park far. Next to me is my friend's RX-7, and next to him is a white RSX Type-S. I only take it out on nice days when I only have a couple 1hr classes back to back. -And yes... the Z has a limited slip. :-D
I found that the hard way when I was 16-17. I drove my '87 200SX SEV6 made a left turn on wet pavement and had a little too much gas. The tires slipped and the car started to fish tail badly. I lost control and hit the curb. No other damage besides my car. So I was never fond of open diff.
This car is still alive and well through my college years. I take the Z33 out once in awhile and park far. Next to me is my friend's RX-7, and next to him is a white RSX Type-S. I only take it out on nice days when I only have a couple 1hr classes back to back. -And yes... the Z has a limited slip. :-D
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would an aftermarket lsd help at the drag strip? thanks.
would an aftermarket lsd help at the drag strip? thanks.