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Re: Quick ? about limited slip differentials (archive)
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Posted by John (PA) on March 18, 2001 at 21:41:31:

In Reply to: Quick ? about limited slip differentials posted by RK325i 94 on March 18, 2001 at 21:20:13:

You don't have one. Advantage is on tight corner your inside wheel won't spin nearly as much, allowing you to stomp the pedal more. Dis- advantage is your inside wheel won't spin free, so it's easier to loose control. You'll also have more tire wear. %25 lockup is good, more than that should be for track cars only unless you have deep pockets for tires.



Can anyone inform me if my 94 325i manual trans. has a limited slip differential? If not what are the advantages of having a limited slip differential (25% 50%) etc. Better cornerning/handling? Better or worse take off acceleration? thanks for all the ppl who post.




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