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Old May 25, 2008 | 09:03 AM
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Default LSD's for the xB/xA!

So I heard KAAZ is making an application for xB/xA's
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Old May 25, 2008 | 11:52 AM
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so the price for this is around $1600.00???
Old May 25, 2008 | 12:50 PM
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$832.50 for one.
Old May 25, 2008 | 01:15 PM
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so how do you install it? is it something a DIYfer like me can put in myself? i've pulled my motor/tranny/ etc all by myself so i would say im mechanically inclined
Old May 25, 2008 | 08:37 PM
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its recommended that you take it to a certified shop but you can install it yourself if you ant to there is a break-in procedure you have to do prior to installing it
Old May 25, 2008 | 11:59 PM
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interesting .... would this be useful at all for autos ?
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It's also recommended u don't try to drift in ur xB

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Old May 26, 2008 | 07:22 AM
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I tried looking it up but still not sure what a limited slip differential is...
Old May 26, 2008 | 03:29 PM
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um... it sounds like a nice idea but why would you need a limited slip differential for our boxes??
Old May 26, 2008 | 09:13 PM
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its for maximum traction on slippery pavement in the rain or snow...
Old May 27, 2008 | 07:42 AM
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yeah an LSD is meant for maximum traction, without the LSD one axle turns to launch and pull your car with both axle (wheels) do
Old May 28, 2008 | 06:10 AM
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cool!! adding to b-day list
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this is defiantely going to be installed on my car, this will help me out SO much coming out of corners on the track.
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ya no kidding on the track lol. LSD FTW!
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wow nice !
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i am definitely gonna be looking into one of these. just not sure if i wanna pay that much for it, but, it will be worth it in the end.
Old May 31, 2008 | 04:49 AM
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yeah it is pricey but its worth every penny considering the performance you will get in return! but downside is that its only for the 5spd
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5spd is the only way i drive
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awww, damnit, why only the 5spd? becuase the 5 speed is the only thing worthy of an LSD? what about my auto box when it goes turbo, ima need a LSD. lame lol, sigh owel
Old Jun 3, 2008 | 09:03 AM
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for the auto you can mess around with the torque converter? maybe?



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