Col has cleared something up here which I think both I and Exdos have missed!
Exdos, I think we've both assumed that the diff isn't bolted to the suspension subframe? but it actually is, so yes reducing the movement of the subframe would be beneficial.
BUT you're diagram and your reasoning is based on the diff not being bolted to it so I still think that is wrong. However you may unwittingly be on the right track by trying to reduce subframe movement! However IMO, in order for the bracing to be effective, the bushes need to be pretty much solid for the extra body bracing to be worthwhile. BUT maybe reducing the natural damping movement of the subframe may put more stress on the rear bracket?? The stress is still going to be at the mounting points so I would still say the best best is to strengthen the brackets (ideally with a double eared diff plate)
The bolts no. "9" bolt to the two rear holes in the subframe.
Originally posted by exdos
BUT you're diagram and your reasoning is based on the diff not being bolted to it so I still think that is wrong. However you may unwittingly be on the right track by trying to reduce subframe movement! However IMO, in order for the bracing to be effective, the bushes need to be pretty much solid for the extra body bracing to be worthwhile. BUT maybe reducing the natural damping movement of the subframe may put more stress on the rear bracket?? The stress is still going to be at the mounting points so I would still say the best best is to strengthen the brackets (ideally with a double eared diff plate)
The bolts no. "9" bolt to the two rear holes in the subframe.
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