Would someone mind describing what "limited slip" means, and why special differential fluid is required when servicing one? TIA
BDragon
Limited slip
Feb 08, 2006
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Thanks, Bob. Is limited slip then just another way of saying positraction?
Nope - Positraction is GM's name for limited slip differentials. First appeared in Corvettes in '57.
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yep... Posi and Limited Slip are the same and Posi is a GM "term"
And if you d>
Thanks for the information, everyone. Sometimes I feel nervous asking a question about something that seems obvious, but actually represents a gap in my knowledge.
positraction?
You're right. That is a good reference, and the links go to some good information, also. Thanks, Bob.
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