11-19-2013, 08:57 PM | #1 |
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M performance LSD with or without?
so.. how much difference will one notice? for normal driving and some joy driving (no track days for me, i think)
also what kind of diff would be there if this retro M diff is not selected? VLSD? open diff?? I am still learning BMW so.... Last edited by wat2win; 11-19-2013 at 09:03 PM.. |
11-21-2013, 07:53 PM | #3 |
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if its $2000, I'll take one...otherwise save for other mods since I dont track
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11-21-2013, 08:38 PM | #4 |
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Well if you plan on taking it to the track or do spirited driving on public roads, especially around the corners, then you're going to want to invest in a Limited-Slip
For me, it's a no brainer. I drive my 135i daily and I can tell it needs an Limited-Slip |
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question - is the LSD needed to keep traction if you tune the car? I know many people suffered wheel spin on modded 135i's. Will the LSD help with this at all?
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even if its $4000?
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If you tune your car and add more power then it will be easier to spin the tires so you might see a bigger benefit with the LSD |
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I would just have to bite the bullet and move on haha Fwiw, I'm pretty sure for every 3 M Performance parts you buy at the time of purchase, you get a subsidize pricing at 40% off and can be rolled into your lease or loan. |
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Yep test drove a 135i a year ago and I felt it was a bit "heavy" cornering, an LSD will fix that then I'll probably get suspension down the line
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Definitely not fun, the car feels like it's being held back from doing what it's suppose to do. |
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Will lsd have any good in inclement weather...like snow??
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I believe is dealer install
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I'm really hoping for this, otherwise it will be a port install or dealer install if you decide to get it after purchase |
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VPC they keep the old parts but you don't pay labor Dealer you keep the parts but pay labor... If you do ED you wont get the LSD till it gets to VPC or your delaer... for PCD if you do VPC you will get it with the LSD at the PCD... or you will have to do the install later at the dealer Factory option won't be an "option" |
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