2012IS250

I am planning on purchasing a locking carrier assembly but I was told that it's no different than a welded differential. Is this true? If it is, are there more cons than just additional tire wear? This car is my DD and I'm still going to be driving this car for another year and a half to two years until I get another one and I don't want anything to break because of the locking carrier assembly. If anyone knows anything about this, please give some advice. Thanks!

mike33

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locking differentials are for off road use... When turning on pavement the wheels need to be able to rotate at different revolutions, a locked differential would not allow this, and would cause extreme tire wear as well as other driveability issues.

mike33

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A limited slip differential is what you would want for increased traction and street drivability... Check this link for some great info. https://www.clublexus.com/forums/is-...-my-is250.html

Gville350

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I HIGHLY recommend NOT to purchase or weld up either! You're cheapest alternative is a used IS300 or Supra or FS-R/BRZ LSD.

2012IS250

I would but I honestly cannot find any used LSD for under $400-500, I've searched on Craigslist and eBay, no luck