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Old 12-19-2017, 02:09 PM
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Should I weld the diff?

I live on an island where most of the roads are not paved(clay rich soil) and all roads are limited to 25/mph. Also, most roads are mountainous.
I have a 78' W123 manual 4 speed "240D" swapped with a turbo diesel with a 3.07 diff.(thinking of putting the 3.69 back in given the speed limit, I want the lower gears). The W123 has factory springs sold to the African market. The springs give a ride height to the vehicle of about 2-3". It has new bfgoodrich 205/75/15 off road tires and factory oil pan skid plate.
The Question is: Should I weld the Diff for better traction given the situation? I have a fully equipped shop at my disposal.

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Old 12-19-2017, 02:25 PM
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In those conditions, that's a "fair weather" car. Welding the diff will make it incapable of going around corners on paved roads and will put a lot of strain on the half shafts. If you have traction problems, you're likely better finding something with AWD or 4WD.
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Old 12-19-2017, 02:27 PM
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Have a look at this:
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/performance-paddock/389941-intrest-185mm-lsd-diffs.html

Does the State of California know that Temecula is an island?
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Old 12-19-2017, 02:30 PM
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Have a look at this:
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/performance-paddock/389941-intrest-185mm-lsd-diffs.html

Does the State of California know that Temecula is an island?
I no longer live in Temecula, I live on an island "26 miles across the sea"
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Old 12-19-2017, 03:36 PM
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I did that on my 84 280e euro dedicated autocrosser. Turning was interesting with the inside rear tire hopping about at low speeds. Turning at low speeds on the autocross course induced push especially after the Hoosier slicks had some wear on them. I'd think with no paved roads you'll be fine.

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