LSD better in rain and snow?
Sep 29, 2005 | 07:53 PM
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LSD better in rain and snow?
Will getting a LSD for my SC300 help with driving in the rain and snow noticeably? Thanks.
Sep 29, 2005 | 08:14 PM
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Simply put YES: both wheels always spinning vs one on open diff.
Sep 29, 2005 | 09:40 PM
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You'd think, right? Why be in somewhat control when you can spin both wheels and simply be "along for the ride"
Sep 30, 2005 | 06:16 AM
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Originally Posted by neoprelude
Simply put YES: both wheels always spinning vs one on open diff.
Incorrect. With an LSD, when going around a turn and a both wheels begin to spin, your rear will break loose that much quicker!!!
Sep 30, 2005 | 06:17 AM
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It can be a good thing and a bad thing for your driving style. Actually tires play huge role in your traction on snow or rain than lsd.
Sep 30, 2005 | 09:03 AM
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If you find that you often get stuck because only one wheel is spinning, yes, the LSD will help tremendously, but if your problem is the slight feel of losing control around a turn, it's only gonna get worse.
Oct 1, 2005 | 08:17 AM
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What Mongo said - especially for the snow, invest in a set of dedicated snow tires.
Oct 1, 2005 | 08:19 AM
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Alright, thanks for the great replies. Much appreciated.
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