OEM LSD Swap Question
08-10-2015, 08:03 PM
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OEM LSD Swap Question
I know i will probably get flamed for this but the reason im asking is because i couldn't find a specific answer to my question. And yes, I searched... Here I go.
I have a 2008 base model 350Z 6spd mt and I am interested in installing a LSD in it. now buying a used OEM lsd has peaked my interest based on price of the pumpkin. most of what ive found is a used 03-05-06 lsd with a 3.53 final drive. will this pumpkin fit on my 350 and has anyone had any experiences with this swap? and also if i do this swap is it worth installing a 4.08 FD?
most of the other posts ive seen are old and didnt apply to my situation is the reason for the question. thanks in advance.
I have a 2008 base model 350Z 6spd mt and I am interested in installing a LSD in it. now buying a used OEM lsd has peaked my interest based on price of the pumpkin. most of what ive found is a used 03-05-06 lsd with a 3.53 final drive. will this pumpkin fit on my 350 and has anyone had any experiences with this swap? and also if i do this swap is it worth installing a 4.08 FD?
most of the other posts ive seen are old and didnt apply to my situation is the reason for the question. thanks in advance.
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08-10-2015, 08:17 PM
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I can't recall what year the vlsd was from, but it was actually from a G35. To get the same ratio, the donor needs to be a 6mt. No additional parts were needed, and it all bolted right in. I don't think the year matters, but newer is better. High-mileage vlsd's slowly turn into open diffs. $400 might be a bit too expensive, unless it's a proven low-mileage pumpkin.
08-13-2015, 05:13 AM
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All pumpkins from all years will fit, as long as you buy a complete pumpkin this the input shafts still installed.
I highly recommend changing the bushings before you install. I used Whiteline inserts since the bushings were fine on mine, but looking back I should have just went all the way this bushings. If it is a street car, go with Whiteline poly bushings.
I highly recommend changing the bushings before you install. I used Whiteline inserts since the bushings were fine on mine, but looking back I should have just went all the way this bushings. If it is a street car, go with Whiteline poly bushings.
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08-20-2015, 11:01 PM
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All pumpkins from all years will fit, as long as you buy a complete pumpkin this the input shafts still installed.
I highly recommend changing the bushings before you install. I used Whiteline inserts since the bushings were fine on mine, but looking back I should have just went all the way this bushings. If it is a street car, go with Whiteline poly bushings.
I highly recommend changing the bushings before you install. I used Whiteline inserts since the bushings were fine on mine, but looking back I should have just went all the way this bushings. If it is a street car, go with Whiteline poly bushings.
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08-21-2015, 07:52 AM
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Base non-VLSD axle shafts will not work inside VLSD. You need to buy VLSD shafts or else your abs will constantly be on and will eventually blow. You can get away with using non-VLSD shafts but you'll need to disconnect that shaft sensor in the back of the pumpkin. Hope that helps.
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08-21-2015, 08:05 AM
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Base non-VLSD axle shafts will not work inside VLSD. You need to buy VLSD shafts or else your abs will constantly be on and will eventually blow. You can get away with using non-VLSD shafts but you'll need to disconnect that shaft sensor in the back of the pumpkin. Hope that helps.
08-21-2015, 10:01 AM
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Just deal with someone else. They obviously don't know/care about this, and the may be sending you a diff with 200K miles on it. High-mileage VLSD's are junk, as the fluid breaks down and they turn into open diff's over time. Find one from a private seller who can show you the car it came out of and verify the miles, even if it's more $. Or, wait and buy an aftermarket diff and have it installed in your base pumpkin.
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08-21-2015, 04:46 PM
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I totally hate dealing with ebay or junk yards they constantly mislabel parts. I last oreder a lsd for my is300 off of there cam in open diff sent that **** back had to eat shipping though pretty pissed.
08-24-2015, 05:28 PM
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Well this place seems cool. They're gonna send me a different diff stamped GD with the axle stubs installed. They told me not to worry about sending the old one back. Sweet! We'll see if it gets here.