mx62 cressida E series diff experiences/power handling

[cooter]

hey all
after a bit of stuffing around and searching i think i have come across that i have an E series diff in my possesion (not an F series like first thought)

im chasing peoples thoughts and experiences on these diffs concerning thier ability to handle power/abuse etc.

the diff is to go behind a basic s14 SR20 in a ke70 and will be used for drifting. im not running huge or super wide tyres. im just a lil worried it might not hold up for very long but wanted to know if anyone else has any experience with using one.

any help would be greatly appreciated
cheers
craig

PS: i know u cant get any lsds for them

[AJPS]

it will be fine

[maxhag]

My experience with E series diffs is not that great...
I own a MX22 Mk2 Corona (2 door Hardtop) that has a E series diff........
I originally bought the car off a granny...... Within 8 months, the diff was very clunky, only powered by the old 2M motor (2.3L 6cyl), and I wasn't treating it badly either.....
But in saying that, it was made in 1974......

Considering there are no LSDs, I wouldn't waste my time (and No, I dont weld diffs. Welded diffs handle like shit)

[AJPS]

True - but if you are just drifting at a track, the $$ saved is substantial for something your can drive around

having said that i definitely FAR prefer LSD and would avoid going back to locker at all costs haha

[cooter]

haha yeah i deffs hate lockers, after going lsd in the 86 ive never looked back but this diff came in the car so if i dont have to scrap it i wont. but if its gonna blow in 2 track days ill be on the look out for summin else

[LittleRedSpirit]

Sounds like your issue is one of using worn out old parts that arent acquitting themselves well.

I personally feel parts of this era were made well and are generally very good to use if found in good condition.

I guess it depends a lot more on how the car was treated over the last 40 years than it does on what series of diff it is.

I was lucky enough to get an f series from an mx13 that had everything in very good order, I even re-used the 3.9 gears from the original diff. I think if you put some maintenance into it, you would be fine. Realistically if its track only then you could have a diff shop fit a spool quite cheaply and fix up any slop in the centre while your at it.

[maxhag]

Um, I dont quite know how to say this after my last statement,
But, (hahaha)

I just picked up a complete E series, welded centre, and in leaf form, for pretty much nothing....

Came out of a KE30, and I've measured the leaf mount spacing and its the same as a AE71/KE70...... Since it's a 7.1" diff, the centre should be strong enough, but they have pretty small axles for their size. They only have 25mm axles (Like a kouki T series)...... I

I am going to put this into my panelvan, and see how it goes, for a uber cheap diff solution.

[cooter]

Just to clarify I got this diff already converted to ke70 in the car I got the sr20 conversion out of. The diffs been given a reasonable hammering for the last few years behind the sr and seems to be holding well. I was more just curious of what sort of power/driving they can withstand before breaking things. Not overly fussed if its whiney or loose. As long as it doesn't go bang for a while. You could have an immaculate T series and a thrashed G series, the g series will still take more abuse.

Ill definitely be on the lookout for an F series though because I want LSD but untill then I'm happy too see how far the E series can take me.
Cheers for your input but, muchly appreciated.
I also started this thread for people's future experiences with E series because through all my searching I couldn't find much about their strengths/weaknesses. (Probably due to the fact everyone jumps straight to the F series)

and jojo I look forward to seeing how yours goes handling your 4agte. Post it in here once it's done and hopefully we can get some idea about their longevity.

cheers
craig

[maxhag]

Yep, no worries.... I still plan to get a F or G series, but its not happening as quick as i'd hoped, so the welded E series will do for the time being. It has to be better than using a stock diff anyway...... I will give it a good test and report back


From what I've read, the axles break before the actual centre.....

[cooter]

" It has to be better than using a stock diff "

exactly

And ill be on the lookout for 5th gear burnouts and crappy handling should an axle snap hahaha