What is R200 differential?
About the R200 Differentials: The R200 has a 200mm ring gear hence the designation (likewise the R180 has a 180mm ring gear). Nissan used this same differential although modified over time, in the Z Cars from 1975 through 1996.
What is my diff ratio?
Turn the wheel TWO revolutions and count the number of driveshaft turns. The number of driveshaft rotations will help you determine your rear axle ratio. For example, if it turned 3 and a half times, it’s a 3.50:1 ratio. If it turned 4 and a quarter times, it’s a 4.25:1 ratio.
How much oil does a R200 diff take?
The R200 differential requires 1.3 liters of oil not 1 liter like the R180.
How do you know what gear ratio you have?
The calculation uses the number of teeth in the ring gear and divides it by the number of teeth in the pinion gear to provide you with a “[result] to 1” ratio. For example, if the pinion gear has 41 teeth, and the ring gear has 11 teeth, the ratio would be calculated as 41/11, which is equal to 3.73 = 3.73:1.
What are the diff ratios on a Nissan R200?
Nissan R200 diff ratios: 1 3.133 – 47/15 – fine pitch. 2 3.357 – 47/14 – fine pitch. 3 3.364 – 37/11 – normal pitch. 4 3.538 – 46/13 – fine pitch. 5 3.545 – 39/11 – normal pitch.
Can a Datsun 280ZX be swapped for a R200?
Straight swap for 280Z 280ZX 300ZX R200 equipped cars. R180 equipped Datsun 240Z, 260Z, 280Z, 280ZX must perform an R200 conversion to install this diff – ask us if more information or conversion parts are needed.
How much oil does a R200 open diff have?
R180 open diff, stub axles, no oil – 57lbs. R180 Nissan Comp LSD, stub axles, no oil – 65 lbs. R180 Quaiffe, stib axles, no oil – 67 lbs. R200 open diff, stub axles, no oil – 77 lbs.
Which is better the R200 or the R180?
If you have an L series, go with an R180. R200 is strong, but overkill for an L series. They’re much bigger than an R180, and weigh about 70lbs. If you have an L series, go with an R180. i was planning on swapping a l28ET some time later on.
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