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      10-14-2014, 01:56 AM   #1
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Wavetrac vs Quaife vs BMW LSD

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I have been playing on parking lots quite a bit and is getting annoyed with the E-diff. Especially if the grip conditions are changing (patches with sand/water) the E-diff just isn't fast/smooth enough and upset the balance of the car. I have a clutch based diff on my AE86 which is a totally different experience and a peach to throw around cones compared to the M135i (also 500kg lighter but...).
I guess the clutch based BMW LSD is what you want for drifting but the drift sessions are, after all, occasional. Is there a better all-round choice?

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My experience is that clutch pack differentials (like the stock M235i diff) are the most predictable and responsive for drifting and sliding around. TorSen-diffentials like Quaife are however better at getting the power down without sliding.
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So...the crown wheel is apparently welded on the M135i. Sending my diff across the world (to USA) is not really an option - Wavetrac is out of the equation.
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So...the crown wheel is apparently welded on the M135i. Sending my diff across the world (to USA) is not really an option - Wavetrac is out of the equation.
Birds put my Quaife in. Took 4 days. Worth it.
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