what LSD for my 2.7 cab?

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SHAZ325iSPORT
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Post Fri Nov 24, 2006 6:59 pm

guys going to put a slipper on my cab soon,need to know what will be the best ratio to put on,and if anyone has one available,your help would be appreciated.

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525e bottem end
272/272 shrick cam
big throttle body
itg air filter

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Post Sat Nov 25, 2006 3:29 am

i used a 3.91 lsd on my old 2.7 it was pretty nice as long as you don't mind revs around 3500 rpms at express way speeds
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Post Sat Nov 25, 2006 11:01 am

i'd go 3:91 that what im running on a 2.5 and its the nuts
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Post Sat Nov 25, 2006 11:03 am

Yep I agree with both above ....I tried various ratios but best for me was 3:91 - excellent acceleration and good top speed. Motorway driving np at all.
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Post Sat Nov 25, 2006 11:20 am

right anyone got 1???
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