What differential do Mustangs have?
The majority of Mustangs come equipped with a limited-slip type differential called Traction-Lok from Ford. A limited slip differential maintains traction by “sensing” when one wheel is slipping, locking the wheels together and thereby redirecting greater torque to the non-slipping wheel.
How do I know what size my differential is?
Ring gear diameter can be a helpful way to identify which differential you have. The ring gear diameter is measured across the face of the gear. To obtain the ring gear diameter, simply place a tape measurer across the gear. This can be tricky if the ring gear & carrier are still in the housing.
What kind of differential do I have?
The easiest way to tell if you have an open differential is to jack up the car and spin one of the rear tires. If the other wheel spins in the opposite direction, you have an open differential. If it spins in the same direction, you have a limited slip differential, or LSD.
Which Mustangs have limited-slip differential?
All S550 Mustangs arrive with a limited-slip differential. This allows for better power transmission to the pavement. A standard open differential has no way to limit power from a slipping wheel and transfer it to the wheel with traction.
What year Mustang has 31 spline axles?
2011-2014 Mustangs
For 2011-2014 Mustangs, both the V6 and 5.0L V8 Mustang were equipped with 31-spline axles.
Is limited slip the same as posi?
TOM: Actually, Jeannie, “posi-traction” is just Chevrolet’s name for limited slip differential on passenger cars. RAY: Normally, on a rear wheel drive car, the power is delivered to both of the rear wheels equally.
What is Trac Lok differential?
The differential provides improved traction during unexpected wheel-slip events and utilizes a reliable five-pinion design to serve Class 6 applications. The Spicer Trac-Lok provides improved traction capability without requiring switches, wires, sensors, air hoses or manual input from the driver.
How do I know if I have 28 or 31 spline axles?
The obvious differences in 28 and 31 spline axles will be the number of splines! When you count the number of teeth (splines) on each axle, you can find out which option you have. 31 Spline Axles also tend to be larger in diameter to accommodate the increased amount of splines.
How much horsepower can 31 spline axles?
Bolt-on billet aluminum brake registers are machined to size based on your particular brake and wheel requirements. S/S 28- & 31-Spline Axles (28-spline up to 400 hp1, 31-spline up to 500 hp1) For street and handling performance applications, 31-spline S/S axles are recommended.
How do you know if you have Trac Loc?
Look for a tag on one of the bolt heads that says you need to add the friction modifier. Trac-Loc axles require a friction modifier to be added. Best way is to jack up one rear wheel and see if you can turn it with trans in neutral and T-case in 2wd or neutral. If you can turn it then you have an open diff.