LSD for 320i

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Codhead
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Fri Mar 20, 2009 5:06 pm

Hello
Did bmw make a LSD for the 320i or is it just a case of finding a 325i lsd and strapping it on.

If i fitted a 325i LSD would I feel the difference under normal driving conditions.
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eko
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Fri Mar 20, 2009 5:13 pm

Its a case of finding one with suitable ratio to match your car.
320i(manual) would be a 3.91 ratio I belive.
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Fri Mar 20, 2009 5:40 pm

What if I got one with the wrong ratio??
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Fri Mar 20, 2009 6:27 pm

The gearing would be slightly different, not the end of the world. Lower ratios = better cruising and economy, higher ratios = better acceleration (buzzbox on motorway though)
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