TVD or Not
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TVD or Not
I am on the fence between getting the Performance Package or not. I will never be tracking the RC-F. No track here on Guam only a drag strip. Carbon Fiber roof and rear spoiler to me is not going to save dramatic weight with the additional weight of the TVD unit. Color of my RC-F is going to be black so carbon fiber roof is not going to show very well either unless someone is very closed to the car. I suspect I will probably get more stop light drag races or passing slower vehicles where the standard LSD maybe more than enough. Maximum road speed on here is only 45 mph in certain areas. So mostly city driving (no highways). Guam's road is a very slippery when it rains due to coral aggregates used to mix with the asphalt road. So my question "Is the TVD really worth it in my driving situation?" Cost is not the factor. I would rather put the money save on a aftermarket wheels and tire. To me TVD is more of a bragging option. Still have time to decide. Local Lexus dealer still have no info on the RCF even though they have already have regular RC on order.
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#2
I would absolutely go for the TVD personally. It will help you even in wet around town driving when cornering. It is only a small upfront cost vs the annoyance of not having it if you want it later.
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I am on the fence between getting the Performance Package or not. I will never be tracking the RC-F. No track here on Guam only a drag strip. Carbon Fiber roof and rear spoiler to me is not going to save dramatic weight with the additional weight of the TVD unit. Color of my RC-F is going to be black so carbon fiber roof is not going to show very well either unless someone is very closed to the car. I suspect I will probably get more stop light drag races or passing slower vehicles where the standard LSD maybe more than enough. Maximum road speed on here is only 45 mph in certain areas. So mostly city driving (no highways). Guam's road is a very slippery when it rains due to coral aggregates used to mix with the asphalt road. So my question "Is the TVD really worth it in my driving situation?" Cost is not the factor. I would rather put the money save on a aftermarket wheels and tire. To me TVD is more of a bragging option. Still have time to decide. Local Lexus dealer still have no info on the RCF even though they have already have regular RC on order.
Chu...
Chu...
Regardless, you cannot get the carbon without the TVD, and I wanted the carbon. I attach a few images to help you with your decision.
#7
With the driving conditions you mention, I would not get the TVD, waste of money. Im not a big fan of the Carbon roof either, with black its a total waste, probably wouldn't even look that good.
I am on the fence between getting the Performance Package or not. I will never be tracking the RC-F. No track here on Guam only a drag strip. Carbon Fiber roof and rear spoiler to me is not going to save dramatic weight with the additional weight of the TVD unit. Color of my RC-F is going to be black so carbon fiber roof is not going to show very well either unless someone is very closed to the car. I suspect I will probably get more stop light drag races or passing slower vehicles where the standard LSD maybe more than enough. Maximum road speed on here is only 45 mph in certain areas. So mostly city driving (no highways). Guam's road is a very slippery when it rains due to coral aggregates used to mix with the asphalt road. So my question "Is the TVD really worth it in my driving situation?" Cost is not the factor. I would rather put the money save on a aftermarket wheels and tire. To me TVD is more of a bragging option. Still have time to decide. Local Lexus dealer still have no info on the RCF even though they have already have regular RC on order.
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If I were packaging in the RC F - TVD & Carbon would be included
Here's a quick look inside
Joe Z
Critical business in the Lexus RC F is handled by the optional Torque Vectoring Differential.
This cutaway by Bill N Viki Camp of Lexus College USA shows the conventional pinion-gear differential (center), with the planetary drive units on each side:
Lhe left side is cut away to show the compact drive motor that can apply pressure to the clutch pack, allowing each side to be over-driven to aid turn-in & cornering.
Here's a quick look inside
Joe Z
Originally Posted by Paul Williamsen of Lexus International
Critical business in the Lexus RC F is handled by the optional Torque Vectoring Differential.
This cutaway by Bill N Viki Camp of Lexus College USA shows the conventional pinion-gear differential (center), with the planetary drive units on each side:
Lhe left side is cut away to show the compact drive motor that can apply pressure to the clutch pack, allowing each side to be over-driven to aid turn-in & cornering.
#12
it sounds like the roads he has to drive on are nothing like what's on the video, I doubt the TV is a must for his car.
Of course there's always the vidoes...
Lexus RC F - Performance is in Your Control - YouTube
~ Joe Z
Lexus RC F - Performance is in Your Control - YouTube
~ Joe Z
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Personally I'd pass on the TVD, but Lexus seems set on the bundles. I'd loose the TVD in favor of LSD, price and 70lb weight reduction. Maybe they'll adjust the bundles in future, and have CF as stand alone otion.
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