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In recent conversations with Paul Guard, it seems we might be close to getting a TBD/LSD option from them for the Cayman S. I have been anxiously awaiting another option so that I can compare it with the Quaife unit and I have seen other threads doing the same. He is not sure that there will be that much of a market for their unti....do you think we can prove him wrong?? I would definitely be interested in getting a GB together and seeing what we can get done! Any interest here for a Guard TBD/LSD?
LSD - Limited Slip Differential
A limited slip differential (LSD) is a modified or derived type of differential gear arrangement that allows for some difference in rotational velocity of the output shafts, but does not allow the difference in speed to increase beyond a preset amount. In an automobile, such limited slip differentials are sometimes used in place of a standard differential, where they convey certain dynamic advantages, at the expense of greater complexity.
The main advantage of a limited slip differential is found by considering the case of a standard (or "open") differential where one wheel has no contact with the ground at all. In such a case, the contacting wheel will remain stationary, and the non-contacting wheel will rotate freely– the torque transmitted will be equal at both wheels, but will not exceed the threshold of torque needed to move the vehicle, thus the vehicle will remain stationary. In everyday use on typical roads, such a situation is very unlikely, and so a normal differential suffices. For more demanding use however, such as driving off-road, or for high performance vehicles, such a state of affairs is undesirable, and the LSD can be employed to deal with it. By limiting the velocity difference between a pair of driven wheels, useful torque can be transmitted as long as there is some friction available on at least one of the wheels.
To see the installation of a LSD style unit Click Here -> Article Forthcoming Stay Tuned
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06 Cayman S
Seal Gray, Black Full Leather, Sport seats heated, Sport wheel, Sport tips, Bose surround, V1, K40 laser jammer, 18% tint, 19" Carrera S wheels.
Other notables of the family: 996 GT3, '71 914, '73 914, '71 914-6 2.7L, 955S, (3)993's, 964, 944, 356, 06 Elise, E46 M3, 04 S4, 04 Mini CS, 06 A8, 02 GTi 337 Stg 3+, 02 TT, various race cars.
Quaife is the way to go in my book. I had mine installed a couple of weeks ago and the installation couldn't have gone any smother. The technician at Aase motors has installed at least 6 in a few of the local Caymans in the area and he remarked how consistent the quaifes were in measurement compared to each other and the stock unit.
I certainly noticed a difference at the track.
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BBI Under-Drive Pulley | BBI Roll-Bar
BBI Brake cooling package | GT3 Lower control arms
GT3 Front Sway bar | Tarett Rear Sway bar
Tarett Drop links Front & Rear | Tarett Rear Toe arms
Quaife TBD | Nitto NT-01s | PASM Springs
There are a few Tip owners who would be interested, if he would consider producing something for us.
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2006 CS Tip (Daily Driver & Part-time Track Toy)
2005 Ford Expedition (to haul the CS)
2006 Lexus RX400h (wifey's)
Gone, but not forgotten: 2002 WRX, 2004 MINI
Quaife is the way to go in my book. I had mine installed a couple of weeks ago and the installation couldn't have gone any smother. The technician at Aase motors has installed at least 6 in a few of the local Caymans in the area and he remarked how consistent the quaifes were in measurement compared to each other and the stock unit.
I certainly noticed a difference at the track.
I agree that the Quaife seems like a great unit with many happy customers. I was not disputing that. However, I always like a choice so that I can compare and pick one for my needs. If you have been around Porsche for very long at all, you know the reputation that Guard has built in this area. I am just waiting to see what they offer and then I will make a decision - also just seeing if anyone else was waiting for Guard too. That is all.
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06 Cayman S
Seal Gray, Black Full Leather, Sport seats heated, Sport wheel, Sport tips, Bose surround, V1, K40 laser jammer, 18% tint, 19" Carrera S wheels.
Other notables of the family: 996 GT3, '71 914, '73 914, '71 914-6 2.7L, 955S, (3)993's, 964, 944, 356, 06 Elise, E46 M3, 04 S4, 04 Mini CS, 06 A8, 02 GTi 337 Stg 3+, 02 TT, various race cars.
There are a few Tip owners who would be interested, if he would consider producing something for us.
Not sure if they are planning that or not.
Off topic, but I'm hoping to make a few DE's this year in the area...Im in Iowa (but will be spending the summer in Chicago). I see you are in the Kansas area...I would like to run HPT with the CS as I have only run it in the race cars. I was hoping to get some stuff done at Imagine Auto at the same time; however, I am not sure I will be taking my business to iA anymore...
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06 Cayman S
Seal Gray, Black Full Leather, Sport seats heated, Sport wheel, Sport tips, Bose surround, V1, K40 laser jammer, 18% tint, 19" Carrera S wheels.
Other notables of the family: 996 GT3, '71 914, '73 914, '71 914-6 2.7L, 955S, (3)993's, 964, 944, 356, 06 Elise, E46 M3, 04 S4, 04 Mini CS, 06 A8, 02 GTi 337 Stg 3+, 02 TT, various race cars.
I would say that the longer they wait, the more of the market they miss out on. There are plenty of people here that probably would have gone that route instead of a Quaife if there was that alternative. I am completely satisfied with my Quaife, however.
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I would be very interested in a Guard unit. A real LSD imho is better than the Quaife unit.
Worth the extra maintainence required.
I would be very interested in a unit that has about 60% lock.
LSD - Limited Slip Differential
A limited slip differential (LSD) is a modified or derived type of differential gear arrangement that allows for some difference in rotational velocity of the output shafts, but does not allow the difference in speed to increase beyond a preset amount. In an automobile, such limited slip differentials are sometimes used in place of a standard differential, where they convey certain dynamic advantages, at the expense of greater complexity.
The main advantage of a limited slip differential is found by considering the case of a standard (or "open") differential where one wheel has no contact with the ground at all. In such a case, the contacting wheel will remain stationary, and the non-contacting wheel will rotate freely– the torque transmitted will be equal at both wheels, but will not exceed the threshold of torque needed to move the vehicle, thus the vehicle will remain stationary. In everyday use on typical roads, such a situation is very unlikely, and so a normal differential suffices. For more demanding use however, such as driving off-road, or for high performance vehicles, such a state of affairs is undesirable, and the LSD can be employed to deal with it. By limiting the velocity difference between a pair of driven wheels, useful torque can be transmitted as long as there is some friction available on at least one of the wheels.
To see the installation of a LSD style unit Click Here -> Article Forthcoming Stay Tuned
I agree that the Quaife seems like a great unit with many happy customers. I was not disputing that. However, I always like a choice so that I can compare and pick one for my needs. If you have been around Porsche for very long at all, you know the reputation that Guard has built in this area. I am just waiting to see what they offer and then I will make a decision - also just seeing if anyone else was waiting for Guard too. That is all.
I have a full information package from guard on the products for the Cayman based on that information and word of mouth, I decided to go with Quaife.
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DISCLAIMER: I'm not an engineer, I just play one on the internet.
BBI Under-Drive Pulley | BBI Roll-Bar
BBI Brake cooling package | GT3 Lower control arms
GT3 Front Sway bar | Tarett Rear Sway bar
Tarett Drop links Front & Rear | Tarett Rear Toe arms
Quaife TBD | Nitto NT-01s | PASM Springs
In recent conversations with Paul Guard, it seems we might be close to getting a TBD/LSD option from them for the Cayman S. I have been anxiously awaiting another option so that I can compare it with the Quaife unit and I have seen other threads doing the same. He is not sure that there will be that much of a market for their unti....do you think we can prove him wrong?? I would definitely be interested in getting a GB together and seeing what we can get done! Any interest here for a Guard TBD/LSD?
I would definitely be interested in a LSD from Guard. I've ran multiple setups in previous cars I have owned including the quaife unit and overall I think the best unit I used was a true LSD from Kaaz, they make one for the 5 speed tranny...boxter/cayman.
I have heard a lot about Guard(all positive from reputable sources) and if the price/specs are right I would signup for the groupbuy.
LSD - Limited Slip Differential
A limited slip differential (LSD) is a modified or derived type of differential gear arrangement that allows for some difference in rotational velocity of the output shafts, but does not allow the difference in speed to increase beyond a preset amount. In an automobile, such limited slip differentials are sometimes used in place of a standard differential, where they convey certain dynamic advantages, at the expense of greater complexity.
The main advantage of a limited slip differential is found by considering the case of a standard (or "open") differential where one wheel has no contact with the ground at all. In such a case, the contacting wheel will remain stationary, and the non-contacting wheel will rotate freely– the torque transmitted will be equal at both wheels, but will not exceed the threshold of torque needed to move the vehicle, thus the vehicle will remain stationary. In everyday use on typical roads, such a situation is very unlikely, and so a normal differential suffices. For more demanding use however, such as driving off-road, or for high performance vehicles, such a state of affairs is undesirable, and the LSD can be employed to deal with it. By limiting the velocity difference between a pair of driven wheels, useful torque can be transmitted as long as there is some friction available on at least one of the wheels.
To see the installation of a LSD style unit Click Here -> Article Forthcoming Stay Tuned
