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Old 01-02-08, 09:56 PM
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Originally Posted by SO4RER
i had replace 2 hub bearing on the left side within 1 year for some reason, it could be welded diff related because

whenever i make the u turn, the left tire takes a beating,

but not really sure of the reason.
Tips for slightly less tire wear during u-turns with a welded diff:

1)If you use a just a little more throttle to reduce traction at the apex of a u-turn, the left side takes less of a beating. Side benefit - the screeching rubber covers the annoying sound of the chirping/squelching.

2)Deflate the left tire by 6-8 psi, or run one with an inch and a half smaller circumference. Don't ask me why your car will always want to turn left after this.
Old 01-02-08, 10:03 PM
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Originally Posted by JDMmuscle
Isnt there a down side to this?

Besides insane tire wear?
Seriously: loads all bearings and CV joints in the axle line when street driven due to the inside rubber being dragged on every turn, causing it to hop. Shock loads torsionally, and in bending, beyond design durability limits. And the car doesn't feel so smooth anymore. IMHO
Old 05-14-10, 08:02 AM
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how do i get a hold of this chris guy can someone please hit me up ...thanks
Old 05-15-10, 06:35 PM
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Originally Posted by mrchubby
how do i get a hold of this chris guy can someone please hit me up ...thanks
I would like to know this as well!
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