Some manufacturers go beyond basic traction control with an off-road version. Page 1 of 2 1 2 Next > Sep 15, 2014 at 9:27 AM ... no plates to wear out inside the diff. If your limited-slip differential is worn out, you will end up laying down one of the most monstrous, single wheel peels possible. A limited-slip differential (LSD) is a type of differential that allows its two output shafts to rotate at different speeds but limits the maximum difference between the two shafts.. WPC treated or Micro Dimple Treated (MDT) steel clutch discs are gaining popularity in metal clutch LSDs. If the chatter bothers you, a friction modifier may be added to the differential oil (check with the LSD manufacturer first). It is an alternative method to a clutch pack differential, though by design it is not as effective at locking the two driveshafts. Over time, these disks wear out, lose their friction, and the limited slip differential gradually reverts back to an open differential. There is also a list of considerations when choosing a clutch-type LSD. Nearly all clutch-type LSDs rely upon metal clutch discs. The first step is to remove the differential from the axle housing (as outlined in Chapter 3). In motorsports, you will find most of the vehicles using a clutch-type LSD while nearly all of the new performance vehicles leaving the factory rely upon a gear-type torque-biasing differential. If your intended use for the LSD is to go drifting, avoid a gear-type and look for a 2.0-way clutch-type LSD. Limited Slip Differential Cons. In slippery or marginal traction circumstances, it allows some power to be fed to the wheel that normally would be unloaded and spinning wildly. Many factors will determine how much preload and angle is ideal for a particular setup. Click to expand... That's true after 2008 ndcmack, Sep 15, 2014 #9. Otherwise, the tire with limited traction would simply spin in place and wear at a faster rate. Limited Slip Differential. I think this concept is very overstated here. Limited slip differential's lock the two rear wheels together while traveling in a straight line but allow one wheel to slip while turning. All GTV6 and most Milano (75) transaxles shipped to the USA were open differentials. In a limited slip differential when a wheel begins to slip the unit applies friction resistance to limit excessive power travelling through a single wheel, ensuring both wheels rotate with even power. A 1.5-way differential is actually a 2.0-way differential with different lockup rate between acceleration and deceleration. In an automobile, such limited-slip differentials are sometimes used in place of a standard differential, where they convey certain dynamic advantages, at the expense of greater complexity. Viscous couplings are generally not well understood and the Miata unit is no exception. Of course, this feature becomes increasingly important as engine output increases. A 1.0-, 1.5- and 2.0-way LSD will all have the same behavior when thottle is applied, as long as the cam angle, preload and clutch arrangement is the same. These rebuilds obviously ended up costing more. Born slippy: All about limited-slip differentials All you ever wanted to know about differentials, asked by PHers, answered by the guys that know Third, most clutch-type LSDs can be “tuned” to vary the responsiveness of the locking effect. This is why it is important to rely upon an authorized tuner to tune the brand of clutch-type LSD that you are using. I wouldn't be surprised if you have to periodically rebuild a limited slip EZGO diff, but honestly I've very rarely dealt with them.