R32 R200 diff center -> 260Z R200?

[Murph]

My mate is replacing the viscous LSD center in his R32 Skyline with a 2 way Cusco mechanical unit soon. So i was wondering if it's possible to use the viscous center in my R200? What would need to be modified to do it?

[auxilary]

I don't think I would bother with a VLSD. Might as well look for a turbo z31 rear end from 88-89 with a mechanical clutch lsd

[Murph]

Hey, it's free.... Can't argue with that.

[Ben]

I believe that you can fit the R32/3 VLSD centre to the 'long' R200, but some machine work may be required as different size crownwheel bolts may be used.

[Murph]

Sweet....

Might just have to give it a try when my mates centre becomes available.

[frank13]

Hey Auxilary, wasn't the LSD outa' the Z31's also a VLSD assembly? The SS (Showroom Stock) White 300ZX's that came with the LSD? Or i'm I thinking or otherwise confussing model/year? I believed these to be the VLSD from the factory. :devious:

[Ben]

There is one other thing to remember....

The VLSD has 2 sets of splines in thh 1/2 shafts. The first set engages the carrier & the second set engages the VLSD centre. Hence, the use of 'regular' S30 R200 shafts will result in the VLSD not being used.

My initial suggestion there is to convert to S130 CV axles, but fit the Z31SS or R32 inner CV - assuming it's compatible with the S130 shaft....

That solution is just thinking out loud - I have no idea of the chances of success.