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Old 04-02-2007, 12:15 AM   #1
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Hey Guys,

Due to the fact that I'm a NSW P plater would I be allowed to change my diff in the XR6 taking in mind the P Plate Mod restrictions in place?

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Old 04-02-2007, 12:29 AM   #2
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just do it... i dont think anyone is going to look inside your diff.......
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Old 04-02-2007, 01:38 AM   #3
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just do it... i dont think anyone is going to look inside your diff.......
Exactly. Legally, you're only allowed to replace a faulty/broken unit with another stock example. But really, no one's going to pull the thing apart to find out what's going on.
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Old 04-02-2007, 02:22 AM   #4
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I reckon you're safe, unless you meet some anal cop who loves looking at absolutely everything, which I honestly doubt it. Before they have a chance to check, just tell them where the nearest Krispy Kremes is and they will forget why they even pulled you over.

IMO, the only reason why cars crash is because people are idiots. Drive responsibly and your diff will go unnoticed.
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Old 04-02-2007, 02:24 AM   #5
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Diff gears, hi stall converters, flash tune etc are all "safe" mods which are relatively difficult to detect by the average copper. Go ahead and do it :
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Old 04-02-2007, 11:58 AM   #6
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Unless he pulls out the trolly jack and the 10mm socket out of the boot to give the car 'a quick look' :
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Old 04-02-2007, 03:15 PM   #7
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If you mean change the diff ratio then from the outside it will still have the little metal tag that denotes what ratio it is, as well as the code for the diff on the compliance plate. Depending on what model it is. I doubt a cop would pull you over, rip the diff cover off and count the crown wheel and pinion ratio.
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Old 04-02-2007, 03:19 PM   #8
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It would be interesting to see what the results would be if the car was a wreck and insurance company found out, oh wait they wont void your claim for something like that.
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Old 04-02-2007, 03:26 PM   #9
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It would be interesting to see what the results would be if the car was a wreck and insurance company found out, oh wait they wont void your claim for something like that.
Apart from never happening a change in diff ratio is bound to be fine and there is no proof of who did it unless he stupidly put his hand up in class.
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Old 04-02-2007, 03:58 PM   #10
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It would be fine, its not a engine performance modification.
Exhaust, flash tune, intake, diff, stall, are all safe mods that nobody will pick on you for...
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Old 05-02-2007, 05:42 PM   #11
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Thanks for the replies guys! Btw, does anyone know of a good place for diff's up here in Sydney?

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