E30 316i LSD & Rally prep!

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selawman
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Post Tue Jan 27, 2009 3:50 pm

Hi guys, new to e30zone and I'm currently prepping a 1990 316i for stage rallying (No...I dont want to put a 325 in it ) :D.
Just wandering if anyone can assist with some questions? (The first of many probably). :wink:
1. Apparently my car has an 'open' diff? Does anyone know if there is a direct swap LSD that I can use from one of the bigger e30's that will bolt straight on with no mods?

2. Also I'll be needing uprated engine mounts & fixing brackets, any ideas on sourcing?

3. Mounting seats, anyone done this and if so did you weld in bars or use existing mounts? (seems to vary with the 205 Challenge guys)

4. Engine top end a little rattly so probably needs a refurb/rebuild...any advice on this (with the absence of buckets of money) :?

5. Any constructive advice for this prep gratefully recieved.

Many thanks in advance! :thumb:
BadDave
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Post Tue Jan 27, 2009 11:11 pm

1. both the 6 bolt small case and 8 bolt medium case diffs bolt straight on

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