Re: [DMCForum] DeLorean Differentials (was: Re: Racing)

[Martin Gutkowski <martin@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Actually the Esprit and all the Alpines have the same as ours - 3.44:1 
But the esprit has a taller 5th which they break

Martin

therealdmcvegas wrote:

> No, I'm not looking for an LSD or ATB. Although the latter would be
> nice... :)
>
> I want a larger gear-ratio to move those big tires, and to take-off
> quicker. The Esprit has a 3.88:1 ratio to turn a pair of 245/50ZR16's,
> and in some cases, 295's with much smaller sidewalls. However, we're
> using a 3.44:1 differential, which is normally only used to turn
> 185/75R14's & 13's used on many Renaults/Eagles. Instead, we're using
> it to move a set of 235/60R15's! If I try to do a burn out, I'll slip
> the clutch before I even move those tires. The fulcrum on the stock
> differential is just too low.
>
> The stock DeLorean differential may be there for conservation when it
> comes to fuel economy. But it's really just too damn small to be on a
> sports car! 3.78:1 would suit me well enough.
>
> -Robert
>

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