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Re: [GMCnet] Limited Slip Differential [message #238028 is a reply to message #237554] Wed, 29 January 2014 20:33 Go to previous messageGo to previous message
Bob de Kruyff   United States
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Loffen wrote on Sun, 26 January 2014 17:21

Yes and all of the above is just fine when you have traction on a asphalt road, then all LSD or lockers will release due to the frictions the tires have to the surface, however on a snowy or icey road your traction will be minimal and the tires will have no friction to the surface.
So what will happend ? the LSD will not release but lock up, and belive me, you will not be able to make that turn.

Please prove me wrong Smile


There certainly are times that a LSD (no matter what mechanization) will be problematic. On very slippery surfaces, both wheels will spin allowing a total loss of control. They work best when the surface is still has enough friction for some level of traction. There are dozens of types of LSD's--clutch packs, worm gears, geroters, and now elctronically controlled units that eliminate any of the negatives. Most new vehicles simply use the ABS system to apply braking to the spinning wheel.


Bob de Kruyff
78 Eleganza
Chandler, AZ
 
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