whats the best diff

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aaronsmart
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Post Sun Dec 19, 2010 10:02 am

iv got my M50B25 in the car now running all good :D

i now need a diffrent diff, i want one that is good on motorways and general use!
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StuBeeDoo
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Post Sun Dec 19, 2010 10:34 am

What gearbox are you using?
This is why I no longer drive an E30......

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aaronsmart
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Post Sun Dec 19, 2010 10:41 am

318 box and prop
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leeparkes
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Post Sun Dec 19, 2010 10:48 am

3.64 will give 75mph @ 3k
Cypriotgeeza wrote:I done both my mates in my old 318is
felt so proud,even tried it with a E30 325i and got put in my place.. :o:
aaronsmart
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Post Sun Dec 19, 2010 10:53 am

sounds good
does it have it printed on the case what ratio it is?
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Post Sun Dec 19, 2010 11:56 am

Looking at the rear cover plate of a diff, on the right hand side near the speedo sensor pllug there should be a small metal tab. This has the ratio stamped on it, but they can rust something chronic and even with a rub with some wire wool sometimes does not bring up the numbers.
aaronsmart
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Post Sun Dec 19, 2010 12:04 pm

cheers guys
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