Drivetrain Differential in a 2005 R53?

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Sep 22, 2011 | 07:15 AM

Applesauce

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Differential in a 2005 R53?

How do I know what kind of differential came stock on my (third-owner) 2005 R53? Were LSDs ever stock? Just curious. I'm changing my MTF this weekend, and would like to know what, exactly, I'm changing fluids in - besides just the gearbox. Thanks!

Sep 22, 2011 | 09:05 AM

ZippyNH

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The LSD was an option....never standard.
many more were installed by folks when they did clutches...

Sep 22, 2011 | 10:05 AM

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in 2005 they were an option, give your VIN to a dealer and they can tell you if it was equipped.

Sep 22, 2011 | 01:53 PM

iceckid

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A 500$ option to be exact. When you ordered the car new, it was another box you could check.

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