Thoughts on LS diff with SC upgrades - LotusTalk

cashxdr · 10-27-2009, 12:22 AM

All,

My car is in the shop getting a lot of upgrades, VF Stage ll and it custom tuned, FF header and sport cat, Stage ll exhaust, lite weight flywheel, HD clutch, Olhins 2 way adjustibles, 7/8 BWR roll bar, Sector 111 steering arms, ect, ect, ect

So since i am getting all this done, I have been thinking about getting limited slip diff. But I have no experiance with them nor do I really know whats out there. I did have just a little problem with the inner wheel spinning with my stock 06 Elise, and i can only think that it will get worse with more power.

I have posted this in this forum since it is about SC and turbo setups.

Thanks in advance.

Darrin

ZJChaser · 10-27-2009, 01:11 AM

yes you should get an LSD but I'll leave the recommendations to someone with more experience. I wouldn't however use the Stage 2 muffler. It is pretty restrictive on flow internally.

cashxdr · 10-27-2009, 03:48 AM

I already have the stage ll on my car, but if i am spending this much money changing the exhaust wouldn't be that big of deal.

I just do not want a OMG loud exhaust or a droning sound and i want it to exit the diffuser. (the stage ll does drone)

I saw the Larini Sport 8" that exits the stock location but I know nothing about this and I am on deployment so I do not have the bandwith to download stuff.

I really miss the low rumble of the stock exhaust when you are going though town.

fpitas · 10-27-2009, 05:07 AM

I also wanted a quiet muffler, I have a 2bular GT3 8" that I'm happy with. No drone and excellent build quality. I know Jim at 2bular also makes diffuser exit models, you might want to call or email him.

2bular.com

BTW, you might also want to consider upgrading your motor mounts, either with Manly's polyurethane inserts or Sector 111's motor mounts. The stock engine already moves way too much, and it just gets worse with more power.

LSD has been a hot topic around here in the past, here are some threads:

LSD vs. Open Diff.

Limited Slip Opinions

I like mine, and have found no downsides to it. YMMV

Bryannelsonlaw · 10-27-2009, 09:32 AM

Looking to trade open diff for LSD + some $. Mine has 7,000 miles and is in a 2007 Exige S.

Bryan

cashxdr · 10-27-2009, 10:24 AM

I should also add that I am only home 3 months out of the year and drive my car incredibly hard when I am there. I just got it this spring and in the 3 months I put 5000 miles on it and went through 1.5 sets of tires and its gettingh new tires yet again.

I bought it to drive it, not look at it.

I love this car btw.

boostu · 10-27-2009, 03:45 PM

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Originally Posted by cashxdr

I already have the stage ll on my car, but if i am spending this much money changing the exhaust wouldn't be that big of deal.

I just do not want a OMG loud exhaust or a droning sound and i want it to exit the diffuser. (the stage ll does drone)

I saw the Larini Sport 8" that exits the stock location but I know nothing about this and I am on deployment so I do not have the bandwith to download stuff.

I really miss the low rumble of the stock exhaust when you are going though town.

Speaking of the stock exhaust, what aftermarket setup would sound closest to stock that would work well for the power output levels of the VF Stage II/BOE TVS? I love how the stock exhaust sounds at low RPMs and I don't want anything obnoxious. I know we're not rocking exotic V8s or V12s but that doesn't mean we have to sound like Civics either.

fzust · 10-27-2009, 05:06 PM

If you autox the car, definitely the diff. If you track it and are excellent track driver, then probably the diff. Otherwise don't bother.

MickOpalak · 10-27-2009, 06:09 PM

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Originally Posted by cashxdr

"ect, ect, ect"

That's a nasty cough you have there.

cashxdr · 10-27-2009, 07:24 PM

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Originally Posted by MickOpalak

That's a nasty cough you have there.

Yup, and a expensive cough at that

10-27-2009, 12:22 AM	#1 (permalink)
cashxdr heh heh Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Piqua Posts: 36	Thoughts on LS diff with SC upgrades All, My car is in the shop getting a lot of upgrades, VF Stage ll and it custom tuned, FF header and sport cat, Stage ll exhaust, lite weight flywheel, HD clutch, Olhins 2 way adjustibles, 7/8 BWR roll bar, Sector 111 steering arms, ect, ect, ect So since i am getting all this done, I have been thinking about getting limited slip diff. But I have no experiance with them nor do I really know whats out there. I did have just a little problem with the inner wheel spinning with my stock 06 Elise, and i can only think that it will get worse with more power. I have posted this in this forum since it is about SC and turbo setups. Thanks in advance. Darrin

10-27-2009, 01:11 AM	#2 (permalink)
ZJChaser Blue Wheel Pimp Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Laguna Hills, CA Posts: 2,851	yes you should get an LSD but I'll leave the recommendations to someone with more experience. I wouldn't however use the Stage 2 muffler. It is pretty restrictive on flow internally. __________________ AJ - Akua Solutions - #128 Lotus Exige - JRZ Suspension - Innovative Mounts - Toyo Tires - TW Research Development

10-27-2009, 05:07 AM	#4 (permalink)
fpitas User, Registered Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Leesburg, VA Posts: 1,827	I also wanted a quiet muffler, I have a 2bular GT3 8" that I'm happy with. No drone and excellent build quality. I know Jim at 2bular also makes diffuser exit models, you might want to call or email him. 2bular.com BTW, you might also want to consider upgrading your motor mounts, either with Manly's polyurethane inserts or Sector 111's motor mounts. The stock engine already moves way too much, and it just gets worse with more power. LSD has been a hot topic around here in the past, here are some threads: LSD vs. Open Diff. Limited Slip Opinions I like mine, and have found no downsides to it. YMMV __________________ Francis 2006 Chrome Orange Elise: LSD/TC, Nitron SAs with 425/650 springs, BWR 7/8" Front Bar, Eliseparts bumpsteer kit, VF Stage 2, 2bular Header + Sport Cat + 8x24 GT3 Muffler, ECU Tune by Jermaine, Smaay's fuel rail, ACT XT clutch, Saikou Michi dual catch can, Moroso pan, Manly's mount inserts & FF Engine Damper 2000 Black Integra Type R: - 213,000 miles...running again! Last edited by fpitas : 10-27-2009 at 05:33 AM.

10-27-2009, 09:32 AM	#5 (permalink)
Bryannelsonlaw Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 29	LSD Looking to trade open diff for LSD + some $. Mine has 7,000 miles and is in a 2007 Exige S. Bryan

10-27-2009, 05:06 PM	#8 (permalink)
fzust 2009 XP National Champion Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Tempe, AZ Posts: 1,537	If you autox the car, definitely the diff. If you track it and are excellent track driver, then probably the diff. Otherwise don't bother. __________________ 2008,2009 X Prepared Solo National Champion

10-27-2009, 03:48 AM	#3 (permalink)
cashxdr heh heh Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Piqua Posts: 36	I already have the stage ll on my car, but if i am spending this much money changing the exhaust wouldn't be that big of deal. I just do not want a OMG loud exhaust or a droning sound and i want it to exit the diffuser. (the stage ll does drone) I saw the Larini Sport 8" that exits the stock location but I know nothing about this and I am on deployment so I do not have the bandwith to download stuff. I really miss the low rumble of the stock exhaust when you are going though town.

10-27-2009, 10:24 AM	#6 (permalink)
cashxdr heh heh Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Piqua Posts: 36	I should also add that I am only home 3 months out of the year and drive my car incredibly hard when I am there. I just got it this spring and in the 3 months I put 5000 miles on it and went through 1.5 sets of tires and its gettingh new tires yet again. I bought it to drive it, not look at it. I love this car btw.

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