hey guys, anyone know of a well known place w/ previous 350z experience installing a nismo LSD into a base model? i checked performance nissan's prices and they want 1340 for parts and labor, thats $850 for the lsd and almost $500 just to install, kinda pricy if u ask me, but im willing to chuck $250-300 max for installation. anyone knows? thanks alot!

 

Do you have the part already or you need the part and installation send me a PM or IM look under my sig and you can find out my SN for Aim. I work @ Streetimage and we have a good rep on the 350z and g35 forums. We are located in Baldwin Park, S.cali so let me know.

 

Newport Exotic Cars (949) 631-0990 in Costa Mesa (KAAZ USA) www.kaazusa.com

Talk to Ray or Saji, they are the best and do this all day everyday for ~$250 They did both my LSD and 3.9 Final Drive.

If you haven't bought the LSD yet, then you may want to consider the KAAZ unit over the Nismo, it is much stronger (more discs) and has better response... for ~ same price.

 

only issue with the kaaz is that you will need to get some axels from an enthusiast and above. The Base model does not have the correct axels to fit into a LSD.


The nice thing about teh nismo lsd is that it has the necessary hardware.

-Jeff

 

I second Newport Exotic (KAAZ USA)

Saji installed my kaaz unit in no time for ~260 (cant remember)

 

Kaaz stock all the necessary hardware to install either units... You still have to change the axle stubs w/the Nismo. You do not change the whole axle on neither unit.

They even have the final drive if your car is an automatic.

 

so either way i'll still have to get axle stubs is what your saying? i thought nismo is a plug and play, and brands like cusco, kaaz and others u need to buy additional parts?

 

The nismo will come with all the necessary parts to install for the base model. The other brands will not come with axle stubs, etc etc. Technosquare also has experience with installing the lsd on a 350z/g35.

 

The Technosquare guys are top notch. I've done business with them for nearly 15 years.

 

what are the main advantages with the Kaaz vs. Nismo ?

The GT L.S.D. seems to do the job for most applications.

I'm also in the market for an LSD and would like to know as well.

200+ seems pretty steep to install an LSD.

LSD for my old Silvia was only 4 main bolts and the 6 axle bolts on each side, fairly easy to install.

how complicated would the z33 be ?

 

The install is the same as a Sylvia, but what you mention is only swapping complete differential housings... when you purchase an aftermarket LSD you get the differential only, which needs to be installed into your original housing.

This requires removing the housing, disassembly of the stock unit (ring gear has to come off), installation of aftermarket unit (shim, correct backlash, etc..) then complete differential can go back in car, fill w/fluid, break in, drain and refill fluid.

This takes much more time and if you check around most shops charge a lot more, and don't do the break in for you.

 

I have driven Z's with both Kaaz and Nismo LSD's and the first thing you feel is that the Nismo has a delayed reaction... this can be adjusted by upping the response adjustment, but even the highest setting lags compared to the Kaaz.

The Kaaz also uses more clutch plates, which should make it stronger, and should last longer before rebuilds.

check out this site for more info: www.kaazusa.com

 

are these both 1.5 way or 2 way lsd ?

I do not plan to track the car more then a few times a year so I would guess the Nismo would be the best application for a daily driven setup?

 

For all your LSD Questions,Pricing and install please send me a PM, IM, Or e-mail. I will do my best to give you guys the best prices on the unit and install. Hope to hear from you guys soon.

 

If there's a DIY on how to change the Z33 LSD that would be great.

 

the kaaz unit is 2-way

the nismo unit is 1.5, but i believe can be set to 2-way

if you want a daily driver and go with kaaz, dont set the lockup more than 30%

 

Both Kaaz and Nismo can be configured as 1.5 way or 2 way. This is done before installation by reversing the placement of the cam bolt. Very easy.

Most street driven cars will go with the 1.5 way and around 60-80% lock to reduce the harshness. I run 2 way full lock and love it, I drive the car on the street everyday, but it does take some gettting used to... once you're used to it you can't go back

 

I would not suggest installing a LSD unless you know what you're doing. I actually only trust highly qualified people to do cuz of the dangers that can happen if installed even slightly incorrectly.

 

I do agree with the factors involved. But I was just wondering if it's anything like the Silvia's LSD, then it will be a direct bolt-on, done within 30min.

Does anyone have any DIY or Z33 differential pictures? I wonder how accessible is this?