Is a welded diff an MOT failure?

Welded diffs are perfectly legal, I had an MOT Tester look into it. Upto you if you inform insurance, you should do so. Welded diffs give more grip, this is fact. Many vehicles sold today have locked diffs as standard, this acts the same as a welded diff.

Can you drift with a welded diff?

Locking the differential on a car means that – during a corner – both the inner and outer wheel will rotate at the same speed. Technically this makes the art of drifting safer, as the welded diff means sliding can be performed at much lower speeds than usual, giving the driver more control and time to react.

What happens when a limited slip differential fails?

Limited Slip Symptoms Limited slip differentials tend to lose their slip-limiting qualities when they wear out. A traditional clutch-type differential will lose its ability to transfer power to the slower spinning wheel, essentially turning it back into a standard “open” differential.

Can you drift with a limited slip diff?

Short answer: yes, definitely. Long answer, yes, but you might be able to get away with a welder if you’re broke. Drift cars need some way to lock the rear wheels together under power (and ideally also off power).

How long does a limited slip differential last?

Most regularly driven rigs should need the rear differential rebuilt after reaching 100,000 miles. Those that see a mixture of sand, dirt, gravel, and snow or are used for towing or off-pavement duties will probably need the limited-slip rebuilt before 60,000 miles.

What is it like to drive a BMW E46?

This has been said over and over again, but the main thing that goes through your head while driving an E46, or any older BMW for that matter, is how great the steering is. The hydraulic rack has a heavier weight compared to most modern cars, and provides an exceptional amount of feedback from the front tires.

Is a welded differential bad for your car?

If you’re going to be doing a lot of tight parking and reversing, a welded differential might be a major pain in your ass. Before all of this, though, you should make sure your drivetrain will be able to manage the additional stress locking up your differential will put on it.

Is the BMW E46 3 series worth buying?

The BMW E46 3 Series is newer, thus more practical to daily and more available to purchase than the prior E30 and E36 generations; it has classic styling which the E90 after it can’t compete with, and has a small size and telepathic steering which the F30 and G20 can’t match.

Is the E46 BMW 3-series the peak of the BMW golden era?

The E46-generation BMW 3-Series might have been the peak of the BMW Golden Era. Even base models have the right look, the right size, stellar driving dynamics, and an interior that’s still handsome and comfortable today.