The OFFICIAL drift setup thread
12-11-09, 07:09 PM
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Weldeds do the same **** every time.
12-11-09, 09:07 PM
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12-11-09, 11:17 PM
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Does anyone have any input on the super now links? They go were the indiv. adjusters would go but there just solid links no adjustment (link to part http://www.rhdjapan.com/jdm-low/Supe...C3S-RX-7-50168 )
12-12-09, 01:48 PM
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I want the clutch type lsd for the purpose of gutting the internals of the lsd, so I can weld the diff. I did this on the ae86 and it worked great. gutted out the clutch plates and everything inside the diff, and just welded where the stub axles housing to the diff casing. Imagine a welded t2 diff. No more fear..
**** feels good. i like the different pinion ratio compared to the non turbo pinion.
Do it!!!!!!
12-12-09, 04:55 PM
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Does anyone have any input on the super now links? They go were the indiv. adjusters would go but there just solid links no adjustment (link to part http://www.rhdjapan.com/jdm-low/Supe...C3S-RX-7-50168 )
Kinch: Strut bars can come in handy, if you have no other chassis stiffening mods, such as a cage, chassis gusseting, stitch welding, etc... Just make sure the parts you get, are doing what they are supposed to be, rather than just looking the part. Most "adjustable" strut bars will not have the torsional strength to actually stiffen the chassis. Do your research!
CJ: Welded diffs are good for doing 1st and 2nd gear donuts, but not for anything high speed... I'm sure these guys will figure out the worth of a ENGINEERED LSD, if they "stick around" long enough.
12-12-09, 07:04 PM
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It's my oppinion, that having adjustment, is better than NOT having adjustment, as you may want to add/remove camber, depending on track conditions/layout/alignment...
Kinch: Strut bars can come in handy, if you have no other chassis stiffening mods, such as a cage, chassis gusseting, stitch welding, etc... Just make sure the parts you get, are doing what they are supposed to be, rather than just looking the part. Most "adjustable" strut bars will not have the torsional strength to actually stiffen the chassis. Do your research!
CJ: Welded diffs are good for doing 1st and 2nd gear donuts, but not for anything high speed... I'm sure these guys will figure out the worth of a ENGINEERED LSD, if they "stick around" long enough.
Kinch: Strut bars can come in handy, if you have no other chassis stiffening mods, such as a cage, chassis gusseting, stitch welding, etc... Just make sure the parts you get, are doing what they are supposed to be, rather than just looking the part. Most "adjustable" strut bars will not have the torsional strength to actually stiffen the chassis. Do your research!
CJ: Welded diffs are good for doing 1st and 2nd gear donuts, but not for anything high speed... I'm sure these guys will figure out the worth of a ENGINEERED LSD, if they "stick around" long enough.
12-12-09, 07:04 PM
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you're pretty much on the money.. everything you mentioned adds to rear traction, but the right amount of everything, not too much, not too little.
and one final note... try taking off your sway bars... but only at the track you need them for daily driving... otherwise things can get loose at higher speeds..
and one final note... try taking off your sway bars... but only at the track you need them for daily driving... otherwise things can get loose at higher speeds..
would you recommend taking the front and rear sway bar off an FD for drifting?
12-12-09, 07:15 PM
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Aaron Losey is still running a welded diff in his LS1 s13 and says he actually prefers them in some situations over a clutch type lsd. And his events are almost always high speed, he seems to do pretty well in competition.
Don't know if the same thing translates to an FC though seeing as how the overall design of the car is different.
12-12-09, 07:48 PM
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Aaron Losey is still running a welded diff in his LS1 s13 and says he actually prefers them in some situations over a clutch type lsd. And his events are almost always high speed, he seems to do pretty well in competition.
Don't know if the same thing translates to an FC though seeing as how the overall design of the car is different.
Don't know if the same thing translates to an FC though seeing as how the overall design of the car is different.
He does well because hes an awesome driver lol. I dont care what any of you do, but a real LSD is a pantload better than having a diff thats 100% locked all the time.
12-12-09, 08:46 PM
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Aaron Losey is still running a welded diff in his LS1 s13 and says he actually prefers them in some situations over a clutch type lsd. And his events are almost always high speed, he seems to do pretty well in competition.
Don't know if the same thing translates to an FC though seeing as how the overall design of the car is different.
Don't know if the same thing translates to an FC though seeing as how the overall design of the car is different.
rhy's millen in his solstice.. they also had on in dai's gto... white boy john also runs one in his f22 powered corolla... we're not saying that it won't work, but there are obviously "better" options..
basically when you drive a car with a well setup diff and then drive one with a welded... you'll feel the difference.
12-12-09, 10:09 PM
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I do like an aggressive clutch type diff more than a welded (I had a kaaz 2way in my old ae86), I was just throwing examples out there. I am running a welded right now but when I switch to a T2 drivetrain I plan on going with a clutch type.
Not sure on a 2way or 1.5 though.
Not sure on a 2way or 1.5 though.
12-13-09, 01:13 AM
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Out of all the diff options OS Giken takes the cake IMO. I have driven on Kazz, Tomei welded and some others -just found the OS unit smoother and more predictable. I'm also a fan of the 1.5 way in the FC
12-13-09, 01:27 AM
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I've also heard that the OS unit is one of the best out there, so that's the one I've been looking at. I've had a KAAZ before and want to try something different.
That's all hearsay though. Justin, Dave, and CJ (as well as a few others) all have first hand experience so I think their advice is pretty crucial to this thread.
That's all hearsay though. Justin, Dave, and CJ (as well as a few others) all have first hand experience so I think their advice is pretty crucial to this thread.
12-13-09, 01:57 PM
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i'm currently also running a OS 1.5 although i have had it setup as a 2way, but feel the 1.5 is much faster through higher speed courses
I've also heard that the OS unit is one of the best out there, so that's the one I've been looking at. I've had a KAAZ before and want to try something different.
That's all hearsay though. Justin, Dave, and CJ (as well as a few others) all have first hand experience so I think their advice is pretty crucial to this thread.
That's all hearsay though. Justin, Dave, and CJ (as well as a few others) all have first hand experience so I think their advice is pretty crucial to this thread.
12-13-09, 07:11 PM
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Usually pretty clunky, so that's interesting...
12-13-09, 07:44 PM
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after using kaaz oil in it, I switched to Shell Rotella 80/90 and that non synthetic ford friction modifier and it made it a lot quieter.