I had some questions during my search for a truck.
How much strain(if any)does this put on a rear end compared to a standard open differential(assuming the previous owner was taking care of his truck)

In other words, all things being equal, would you want limited slip/position-traction or is this pretty much not a dig deal?

I'm in Texas and driving on ice covered roads is very rare though deadly because we don't use road salt. I stay home unless it's an emergency to drive.

I've looked over some previous threads and didn't find a specific answer,
Thanks for your responses.

 

You have no idea the can of worms you opened (again). This topic is hotly debated every month.

Most folks have their opinions which are all valid.

 

Factory limited slips aren't "tight" enough to worry about any damage they might have done to anything. I certainly wouldn't worry about a truck because it has one. In an older truck they are generally worn out (my truck with ~190K miles on a factory limited slip will easily light up one tire). So if you think you would prefer an open diff I don't think you'll notice any difference, at least in any bad way, with a limited slip.

edit: I will add that although limited slip can help you get started better on ice it can also make it easier to spin out. So still be very careful driving on ice.

 

This should should keep you busy for awhile. I hope you like to read

The latest debate: always-stuck-only-1-tire-spins

And a good guide with just about everything you need to know about differentials: nothing-special-s-guide-to-differentials

Enjoy

 

Thanks nothing special, I was kind of thinking the same thing because of the age of these trucks.

And lol, no no there isn't a need to open a can of worms so if the mods want to lock this thread, go ahead please.

 

I drive an E-150. *I* prefer it because when I park my van with one wheel on a slick surface and one on pavement, it locks both wheels and gets me moving instead exhibiting the dreaded "one-wheel peel", leaving me stuck.

 

I've a 97 with 67,000 miles and it works well here in MN. The issue I Have with it, is, on pavement, backing out of a parking spot, or something like that, you'd swear the rear end is self destructing........... :Larry

 

they make carbon fiber clutch packs now for our 8.8 rear about $25 more than regular, and when driving on snow/ice, Ford helped us auto guys out and we can start out in 2nd gear like manual guys to aid in less wheel spin

 

Here's how to get them with some tips for installation.