s15 helical vs nismo 1.5/2way

[FusionR300zx]

just wondering what you would choose between the 2 and help me out

tell me the advantages that one has over the other.



what is quieter and better for daily driving?

my car isn't an all out track car... trying to keep it clean yet mean.

[nissans13240sx]

not really sure which one is better but they both have helical gears so neither one should make that much noise. good luck on ur search

[FusionR300zx]

thanks... so far i'm goin with the s15 cuz of the price and its oem so i think it would be quieter... c'mon ppl... help me outt

[SeVa-S13]

An HLSD will almost always be better suited to daily driving than an aftermarket clutch type. I'd never put a clutch type in my car unless I felt the urge to jump on the dori bandwagon.

Edit: ... or if I were making 600hp+.

[Jung918]

I had the s15 helical and it was great. However, I have decided to go with a kaaz 1.5 way. The problem with the helical is that when one wheel is in the air, it acts like a open.

[FusionR300zx]

I had the s15 helical and it was great. However, I have decided to go with a kaaz 1.5 way. The problem with the helical is that when one wheel is in the air, it acts like a open.

how does it feel when launching when u get the slight wheel hop? do you still get traction unlike the gay open diff?

[KDashy]

I had the s15 helical and it was great. However, I have decided to go with a kaaz 1.5 way. The problem with the helical is that when one wheel is in the air, it acts like a open.

I wouldn't buy a diff just so I can threewheel it into driveways and dips.

[whiterps13]

I wouldn't buy a diff just so I can threewheel it into driveways and dips.

Gimme the microphone first so I can burst like a bubble,Compton and Long Beach together now you know youre in trouble.Aint nothin but a G thang baby...

[FusionR300zx]

post whores... loll

cmon ppl, help me outt

so far s15 is what it's gona beee

[SilviaSlydSydway]

What about a J30 VSLD??

[thenillaz]

What about a J30 VSLD??

VLSDs suck in the wake of helical diffs. May I sugguest an OBX depending on your power output? They seem to hold up well if you inspect them properly.

EDIT: zerothread/157910

With an s15 diff you have to buy s15 output shfats as well. With an OBX you can use your stock OPEN DIFF output shafts. I'm not neccasarly trying to steer you towards OBX, because after all they are an eBay item and dont have a good reputation. Their have been alot of bad review on FWD, but none that I have read on RWD, in fact, more towards the stories of trannies going out before the OBX diff. Just recomending you completely research the torque sensing differentials before you go and spend your money.

[FusionR300zx]

VLSDs suck in the wake of helical diffs. May I sugguest an OBX depending on your power output? They seem to hold up well if you inspect them properly.

EDIT: zerothread/157910

With an s15 diff you have to buy s15 output shfats as well.

thanks for the info...

and the options i have for the poll are s15 hlsd with brand new output shafts for $650 shipped

keep in mind this is a daily driven car and i don't like loud obnoxious noises

[thenillaz]

keep in mind this is a daily driven car and i don't like loud obnoxious noises

What do you mean by this?

[FusionR300zx]

What do you mean by this?

i don't wana hear clunking and weird noises from the lsd. ppl tell me the kaaz/nismo's are loud. i hate loud anoyying noises

[AmoebAssassin]

Get a clutch diff if you plan on being fast on a track, or if you plan on making power.

Otherwise, get a helical.

I have a Cusco 1.5way in mine, and while it's super awesome on touge or on track, it's pretty tedious for daily driving.

[infamousbz]

Hey fusion, let me call my guy on monday. I might be able to get it for you for cheaper than $650. I got mine with output shafts from him for VERY cheap.

[Driftless240]

Call him for me too.... Aric, I guess you're getting enough clunking noise from the Stance huh... Can't take any more?

[FusionR300zx]

Call him for me too.... Aric, I guess you're getting enough clunking noise from the Stance huh... Can't take any more?

gona go fix that right now. but yea it is pissing me off.

****in wrench takes to long

power tools > wrenches.

[infamousbz]

Alright, I'll let you guys know Monday night.

[FusionR300zx]

Hey fusion, let me call my guy on monday. I might be able to get it for you for cheaper than $650. I got mine with output shafts from him for VERY cheap.

that would be great!! thanks

the cheaper the better!!

[infamousbz]

I called today and he doesn't have any at the moment. He said to call back in a few weeks. Sorry, I tried. If you still need one in a few weeks, lmk and i'll call him again.

[Driftless240]

Cool Deal. Aric, go with the S15 Helical, did you read Greg's post? Sounds awesome, now I know what im swapping my Welded diff out with, F**k 180sx VLSD Fix that clunking noise? Should come over to my house I have impact shyt....

[95_240]

Everyone always acts like it is a ***** to drive a two way daily. I've been doing it for two years and have no complaints. If you can't stand the clunks that only occur in parking lots then turn up your radio.

[gumby74]

Go with the helical. Unless you are laying down prodigous amounts of power, the helical will serve you better. I also happen to be one of the people that believe a helical is superior to a clutch type on a track. A 1.5 or a 2 way need to be set up on the loose side, and still dont perform as well as a helical on track. Remember, when you turn one wheel has to travel farther, a helical allows this to happen while still powering both wheels. Nothing against clutch type diffs, choose the appropriate tool for the job.

[oki_bum]

but is the s15 helical so much better than a 1.5 way? For daily driving im sure its more manageable, but what if you drift once a month?

[gumby74]

If you plan on drifting then get a viscous unit or fork out for a clutch type. The helical is suited more for driving than sliding. You cant have it all.

[rlvq35de]

i have the nismo diif, love it. It is loud when turning and such. I peel out turning into parking spaces or making u turns! Sounds like gun shots when making a u turn.

[KFL]

If you plan on drifting then get a viscous unit or fork out for a clutch type. The helical is suited more for driving than sliding. You cant have it all.

Pretty much on point. But thing is with a Vlsd the internal fluid gets cooked after a while then acts like a open diff. Good for learning though and cheap I personally wouldn't pay more than 160- for a vlsd.

The basic Nismo lsd is pretty quiet..use some redline+additive. The nismo gt pro is just plain loud.

[FusionR300zx]

If you plan on drifting then get a viscous unit or fork out for a clutch type. The helical is suited more for driving than sliding. You cant have it all.

no drifter here... DD and maybe a autoX event here and there. some 1/4 mile. mostly street driving.

[sip]

that would be great!! thanks

the cheaper the better!!

I got mine for $350 + shipping ($120)