Limited Slip Differentials for BMW 3 Series E90 (2006-2011)

Introducing the Wavetrac® Torque Biasing Differential by Turner Motorsport, the pinnacle of innovation for your BMW. This cutting-edge technology takes your vehicle's performance to a whole new level. With its patented design, the Wavetrac® differential is a trailblazer, automatically enhancing grip when navigating low-traction conditions. Its approach is truly revolutionary, setting it apart from other torque biasing differential designs.

Quality is the hallmark, featuring high-strength 9310 steel gears enclosed in case-hardened billet or forged steel bodies. Throughout the differential, ARP® fasteners are used, ensuring superior durability and performance. What's more, the Wavetrac® differential is virtually maintenance-free, promising a lifetime of service without the need for rebuilds.

To provide added confidence, all Wavetrac® differentials are backed by a transferable limited lifetime warranty, highlighting the product's reliability and longevity.

Important Note for Bolt Kits:

For vehicles equipped with a welded ring gear, the installation process requires the removal, drilling, and installation of the welded ring gear from your stock differential. This intricate task should be entrusted to a professional machine shop. To seamlessly install the ring gear onto the new differential, you'll need Bolt Kit ES4368731. It's imperative to consult your machine shop before purchasing this item and the necessary hardware kit.

Please be aware that no technical drawings or instructions are provided, underscoring the importance of verifying compatibility and ensuring correct installation with your chosen machine shop. Refunds or replacements will not be offered in the event of incorrect ring gear installation or differential failure due to improper installation.

Gaining a prominent edge over the competition is now within reach, thanks to the MFactory Helical Limited Slip Differential offered by Turner Motorsport. This Helical LSD ensures a seamless and uniform distribution of power to your BMW's wheels, significantly enhancing traction whether you're on the street, strip, or track. It's an absolute necessity for BMW enthusiasts.

Curious about the LSD's role? Without it, your car essentially operates as a one-wheel-drive machine, delivering torque solely to the wheel with less grip. This is where the Helical LSD shines, as it allows both wheels to receive power by limiting the speed difference between them, in contrast to the open differentials found in most vehicles.

Key Features:

• 30-Day Feel the Torque™ Money Back Guarantee: An industry-first assurance that enables you to experience the difference. Furthermore, it comes with a Limited-Lifetime Warranty, offering peace of mind.
• Forged and Cryo-Tempered: Engineered to deliver exceptional durability and extended lifespan, ensuring it can withstand the rigors of even the most demanding challenges.
• Advanced Shot Peening Technology: Enhances surface hardness, making it well-equipped to handle the shocks experienced in competition-level drag racing.
• Maintenance-Free Gears: Bid farewell to the hassles associated with special fluids or rebuilds commonly required for plate LSDs. It's designed for a trouble-free ownership experience.
• Lock-Free Operation: Ensures there's no adverse impact on steering response, delivering a smooth driving experience.

Break-In Procedure: For optimal performance, it's recommended to change the fluid after the first 3-400 miles of use.

Please note that any defects or warranty claims should be directed to Team MFactory.

Upgrade your BMW's drivetrain with this comprehensive kit that includes a new pumpkin for a hassle-free bolt-in replacement. Plus, enjoy the added benefit of a $500 refundable core charge. For any defects or warranty claims, please directly reach out to Team M Factory.

The best way to gain a prominent advantage over the competition is to do it with the MFactory Helical Limited Slip Differential. The smooth consistent distribution of power to the wheels with the MFactory Helical LSD puts the power-to-the-ground and maximizes your vehicle's traction. A must for any car be it street, strip, or track.

What exactly does an LSD do you ask? Without an LSD your car is actually 1 wheel drive, in that it can't supply torque to both wheels at the same time and will only supply torque to the wheel with less grip, which is what the shortfall is to an open differential (what most vehicles have).

An LSD only lets the wheels spin at different speeds by a limited amount (typically this is a percentage difference) which is when the differential locks and both wheels get power. This is not how locked differentials work such as in off-road trucks which supply equal torque and rotational speed to both rear wheels at the same time, which can cause issues with handling.

Features:

Industry first, 30-day Feel the Torque™ money back guarantee and a Limited-Lifetime Warranty!
Forged and Cryo-tempered
Advanced Shot Peening technology for increased surface hardness
Designed to withstand the extreme shock loads of competition-level drag racing
Maintenance-free gears eliminate the need for special fluid or rebuilds associated with typical plate LSDs.
Lock-free operation ensures no adverse steering response.
**As a break-in procedure, we recommend changing the fluid after the first 3-400 miles of use.**

Includes $500 core charge to be refunded when we receive your rebuildable core.

This is a complete differential to change the gearing of a manual transmission E90/E92 325i, 328i, or 330i (not for xi models) to a 3.64 ratio final drive. The standard gearing on the manual transmission cars is 3.15 or 3.23, making this E90 diff significantly shorter. This diff is from a 330i automatic where the gear ratio has to be shorter to make up for the transmission gearing differences and extra weight. This will dramatically improve acceleration on any 325i, 328i or 330i INSTANTLY! If you are looking for better off-the-line or rolling acceleration, and are willing to sacrifice a little top-speed (some of us don't get up to 150mph), this is one of the best ways to achieve it with almost no downside. There are few things that can improve your 0-to-60 and 0-to-100 times as much as shorter gearing, and this differential is clearly a best "bang-for-buck" solution for dramatically better acceleration. Since this is an Original BMW part it carries the same BMW two year warranty as any other new part. So there's no need to take a chance on a used part from a private seller. (former BMW part number 33107519944)

Changing gear ratio changes the RPM range for any given speed. Use the chart below for examples of speed vs RPM changes for the 3.64 diff.
 

2006 330i, 6-speed manual, stock 3.15 gears, 255/35-18" rear tires

Gear RatioGearSpeedRPM

40 MPH in 4th

3.154th40 MPH2,100 RPM

3.644th40 MPH2,400 RPM

70 MPH Cruise

3.156th70 MPH2,500 RPM

3.646th70 MPH2,900 RPM

5th Gear Speed @ 6,000 RPM

3.155th142 MPH6,000 RPM

3.645th123 MPH6,000 RPM

Why 5th? Because 6th does not have the mechanical advantage to get past wind resistance at these speeds - it is more of a cruise/overdrive gear. Using 5th for comparison purposes is much more relevant than having to take into account wind direction, resistance, grade, elevation, tire sizing, etc. These numbers are for comparisons among gear ratios only, not to determine what your E90 will top out at.2006-2011 325i or 328i, 6-speed manual, stock 3.23 gears, 255/35-18" rear tires

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Gear RatioGearSpeedRPM

40 MPH in 4th

3.234th40 MPH2,150 RPM

3.644th40 MPH2,400 RPM

70 MPH Cruise

3.236th70 MPH2,600 RPM

3.646th70 MPH2,900 RPM

5th Gear Speed @ 6,000 RPM

3.235th138 MPH6,000 RPM

3.645th123 MPH6,000 RPM

Speed in 5th gear at 6,000 RPM is for theoretical and comparison purposes only. It doesn't mean that these speeds are actually reachable.

A $100 refundable core charge must be added at the time of order. This core charge can be refunded when you ship your original diff back to us.

This item fits the following BMWs with manual transmission only:
2006-2011 E90 BMW 325i 328i 330i - Sedan
2006-2012 E91 BMW 325i 328i - Wagon
2007-2013 E92 BMW 328i - Coupe
2007-2013 E93 BMW 328i - Convertible