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tacostand · 02-08-2013, 05:31 PM

Well ive been searching for a couple of days in other threads about vlsd options for an s13 but i couldnt find a direct answer if i install the z32 diff if i will have to change the drive shaft? i know for the j30 you have to , but i went z32 as it has the same ratio as the s13 diff , i have the 5 bolt axles from the j30 just need to know if i have to change the driveshaft for the z32 diff

jaxshawn · 02-12-2013, 05:53 AM

you can keep your stock drive shaft.

I have a n/a z32 diff in my s13 you just need the longer bolts for the front of the diff and everything bolts right up

Croustibat · 02-12-2013, 06:03 AM

Why would you put a Z32 diff on an S13 ? OEM VLSDs have a limited life and cannot be serviced. The chances for anyone to find a working Z32 VLSD (working as in "being able to lock more than 3 or 4 corners") is quite thin. Unless you have a serviceable item ?

jaxshawn · 02-12-2013, 06:38 AM

bc welded is horrible for DD and a legit LSD gear set is to expensive

Croustibat · 02-12-2013, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by jaxshawn

a legit LSD gear set is to expensive

Err ... yeah well there is a reason for that: it is expensive to make, and only a few people buys them.

I dont see the point in installing a busted VLSD from a different model. The op may as well install an S13 opendiff, it will be easier to find, cheaper and will do the same as a busted VLSD.

If the OP does not want to drift, then an S15 HLSD is the cheapest LSD i know, and one of the most gentle on the drivetrain. I got mine complete in the pumpkin for 350€ shipped.

007jones007 · 02-12-2013, 08:00 PM

^ maybe a 1000 dollar diff isnt priority to many other 1000 dollars worth of stuff that needs replaced on a 20+ year old car.

Croustibat · 02-13-2013, 02:21 AM

Hence the 350€ S15 HLSD, or the odd 100$ S13 open diff that will perform the same as worn out Z32 VLSD.

Mikester · 02-13-2013, 12:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tacostand

Well ive been searching for a couple of days in other threads about vlsd options for an s13 but i couldnt find a direct answer if i install the z32 diff if i will have to change the drive shaft? i know for the j30 you have to , but i went z32 as it has the same ratio as the s13 diff , i have the 5 bolt axles from the j30 just need to know if i have to change the driveshaft for the z32 diff

No you don't.

As far as prioritizing expenditures, good things cost money. Cheap out, and one will very likely get exactly what he/she paid for

02-08-2013, 05:31 PM	#1
tacostand Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: california Age: 37 Posts: 25 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	z32 diff in s13 question Well ive been searching for a couple of days in other threads about vlsd options for an s13 but i couldnt find a direct answer if i install the z32 diff if i will have to change the drive shaft? i know for the j30 you have to , but i went z32 as it has the same ratio as the s13 diff , i have the 5 bolt axles from the j30 just need to know if i have to change the driveshaft for the z32 diff

02-12-2013, 05:53 AM	#2
jaxshawn Zilvia Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: jacksonville, fl Age: 40 Posts: 237 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	you can keep your stock drive shaft. I have a n/a z32 diff in my s13 you just need the longer bolts for the front of the diff and everything bolts right up

02-12-2013, 06:03 AM	#3
Croustibat Nissanaholic! Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: France - Toulouse Age: 44 Posts: 1,851 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Why would you put a Z32 diff on an S13 ? OEM VLSDs have a limited life and cannot be serviced. The chances for anyone to find a working Z32 VLSD (working as in "being able to lock more than 3 or 4 corners") is quite thin. Unless you have a serviceable item ?

02-12-2013, 06:38 AM	#4
jaxshawn Zilvia Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: jacksonville, fl Age: 40 Posts: 237 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	bc welded is horrible for DD and a legit LSD gear set is to expensive

02-12-2013, 08:00 PM	#6
007jones007 Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: US Posts: 21 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	^ maybe a 1000 dollar diff isnt priority to many other 1000 dollars worth of stuff that needs replaced on a 20+ year old car.

02-13-2013, 02:21 AM	#7
Croustibat Nissanaholic! Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: France - Toulouse Age: 44 Posts: 1,851 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Hence the 350€ S15 HLSD, or the odd 100$ S13 open diff that will perform the same as worn out Z32 VLSD.