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Should I buy Borg Warner LSD for MK2 2.0?

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Robmk2
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2012/09/29 07:16:53 (permalink)
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Should I buy Borg Warner LSD for MK2 2.0?

Howdy,
 
Came across an ad on my local sites here, keen to hear if you think this would be a good upgrade for my mild 2.0. Blokes asking $300.
 
"This is an LSD Borg Warner Diff shortened and fitted with spring saddles to suit an Escort. It has 4 stud axles to suit the Escort wheels however they were shortened and welded so may need replacement for a high power application. 

The LSD centre is fitted with 3.7 ratio gears. 

I had this Diff made up about 15 years ago for a project and never used it. It has been sitting around since then and may need new bearings. The brake condition is also unknown."
 
 
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    Re:Should I buy Borg Warner LSD for MK2 2.0? 2012/09/29 09:26:55 (permalink)
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    Define mild...
     
    I am in the process of building up one for my RS at the moment - simply siick of turning diffs into baby rattles.
     
    During researching options, I have identified two primary negative effects of th BW;
    1. Increase in unsprung weight, will significantly change the way the car 'feels', and
    2. Absorb power - will bleed torque to drive larger gear assy.
     
    However, on the plus side (an the reasons I decided to go with the BW);
    1. Wider rage of taller diff ratios available - really handy if you live 400ks away from anything; and
    2. It will be a near bullet proof rear end for anything all but the most outrageous Pintos can throw at it.....

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    Re:Should I buy Borg Warner LSD for MK2 2.0? 2012/09/29 09:35:34 (permalink)
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    Yes, they are good for upto about 300hp, then the LSD if used for circuit racing will fail on a regular basis. If you convert to a Kaaz LSD in the BW housing they are spot on for anything you will be able to throw at it.
    Cheers,
    Phil.

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