Difference between a viscous and a 2 way LSD?

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I know basically what an LSD does, but what's the difference between a 2 way and a viscous?

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Think of it this way.

1-way = Viscous

The 2-way locks up on deaccelleration, which can cause momentary understeer or oversteer depending on the situation.


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