Weir 12-plate for Evo VIII/IX review & info.
Jun 9, 2018, 12:05 PM
#1
Weir 12-plate for Evo VIII/IX review & info.
** EDIT:
New info. Diff works fine. I will post up why ASAP. It was user error... not sure how.. but it was! Details when I have time. Stay tuned.
New info. Diff works fine. I will post up why ASAP. It was user error... not sure how.. but it was! Details when I have time. Stay tuned.
Last edited by kaj; Jul 4, 2018 at 10:39 PM.
Jun 9, 2018, 06:02 PM
#2
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I have no interest in your dispute with Weir. However, this is interesting, you leave out the best part of the story. If it hasn't all been told somewhere else, tell about your experience with a restacked diff and how that differed from the Weir differential and what you felt when the Weir differential went away.
Jun 9, 2018, 06:29 PM
#3
I have no interest in your dispute with Weir. However, this is interesting, you leave out the best part of the story. If it hasn't all been told somewhere else, tell about your experience with a restacked diff and how that differed from the Weir differential and what you felt when the Weir differential went away.
Jun 9, 2018, 06:32 PM
#4
No dispute, at this time. Just my experience with the part's longevity ,or lack thereof.
Since it was so far in between events, I have to do my best to remember details related to performance. I did not notice an improvement over the re-stacked OEM diff. That I would remember. In fact, I'm trying to remember if I pushed the car, at all, up until my MRLS day. I'll have to go back and look. I'd like to think I got some use it out it.
I can't really say how performance degraded over time, as I'm not 100% sure the unit worked correctly, from the start. If the car was like ,"whoa! This is awesome!" Then I would have had a solid point of reference.
Again, I'm not complaining, pointing fingers, etc. Just writing about my experience with the plates.
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Worth mentioning: I felt my OEM diff was starting to do the same thing, so maybe there is something else going on here. And if that's the case, I'd of course make a point to say so when I find out.
That's why I'm hoping to work with Weir and find the problem: maybe we can save someone else from having the same issue.
Cliffnotes: didn't see a difference. A few thousand miles later, I have an open diff.
😂
Since it was so far in between events, I have to do my best to remember details related to performance. I did not notice an improvement over the re-stacked OEM diff. That I would remember. In fact, I'm trying to remember if I pushed the car, at all, up until my MRLS day. I'll have to go back and look. I'd like to think I got some use it out it.
I can't really say how performance degraded over time, as I'm not 100% sure the unit worked correctly, from the start. If the car was like ,"whoa! This is awesome!" Then I would have had a solid point of reference.
Again, I'm not complaining, pointing fingers, etc. Just writing about my experience with the plates.
.Worth mentioning: I felt my OEM diff was starting to do the same thing, so maybe there is something else going on here. And if that's the case, I'd of course make a point to say so when I find out.
That's why I'm hoping to work with Weir and find the problem: maybe we can save someone else from having the same issue.
Cliffnotes: didn't see a difference. A few thousand miles later, I have an open diff.
😂
Jun 10, 2018, 07:56 AM
#5
It does seem a bit short lived for but anything is possible. I'm not trying to challenge you but showing them a proof of purchase of some kind shows you bought a new kit and not a xxx mile used up one for xx bucks. Sometimes we forget what happened years ago. Just looking at it from their point of view.
Secondly, if your diff was restacked before with over 100K miles its quite possible the disc thickness is less then ideal given the mileage. Did you measure any of the discs that were used ? Places like TRE or a shop will measure everything to insure its going to work properly. Hard to blame their product if measurements haven’t been done. I always like to look at things with an open mind.
It looks like the new 12 plate kits come with 2 new spring plates. I'd presume they did this to maintain proper preload. " Kit now comes with 2 new spring plates for a total of 14 pieces."
I'm not trying to put the blame on you, but just look at all the data. Here are a few links.
https://www.evolutionm.net/forums/ev...rear-diff.html
http://www.weirperformance.com/maxgriplsdkits.html
Regardless, Hope you get it figured out and back on the track
Secondly, if your diff was restacked before with over 100K miles its quite possible the disc thickness is less then ideal given the mileage. Did you measure any of the discs that were used ? Places like TRE or a shop will measure everything to insure its going to work properly. Hard to blame their product if measurements haven’t been done. I always like to look at things with an open mind.
It looks like the new 12 plate kits come with 2 new spring plates. I'd presume they did this to maintain proper preload. " Kit now comes with 2 new spring plates for a total of 14 pieces."
I'm not trying to put the blame on you, but just look at all the data. Here are a few links.
https://www.evolutionm.net/forums/ev...rear-diff.html
http://www.weirperformance.com/maxgriplsdkits.html
Regardless, Hope you get it figured out and back on the track
Last edited by Abacus; Jun 10, 2018 at 08:55 AM.
Jun 10, 2018, 08:49 AM
#6
My build thread has a picture of the kit when I got it. It's new and in a sealed package, part number and all.
I didn't measure the assembly before installation, as the instructions from Weir state that I drop it in and go. Their site says, "The best part is you can install this kit on a Saturday in your garage and save the expense of shipping your diff and down time" and the instructions only say, "once all screws are tight, check between the cover and casing for any gaps, the two parts should meet together with no gap."
If I should have still measured everything, then that is definitely on me and could definitely explain the failure.
I didn't measure the assembly before installation, as the instructions from Weir state that I drop it in and go. Their site says, "The best part is you can install this kit on a Saturday in your garage and save the expense of shipping your diff and down time" and the instructions only say, "once all screws are tight, check between the cover and casing for any gaps, the two parts should meet together with no gap."
If I should have still measured everything, then that is definitely on me and could definitely explain the failure.
Jun 11, 2018, 12:44 PM
#7
The parts that are needed to rebuild the differential and set the preload.
LSD Spring Plate (4)
MR195402
LSD Clutch Plate (4)
MB160500
Rear LSD Friction Disc (4) - Two on each side and there are two thicknesses available
MB160497 (1.75)
MB160496 (1.65)
Spacer Set - Differential Gear - Shims
MB241903
LSD Spring Plate (4)
MR195402
LSD Clutch Plate (4)
MB160500
Rear LSD Friction Disc (4) - Two on each side and there are two thicknesses available
MB160497 (1.75)
MB160496 (1.65)
Spacer Set - Differential Gear - Shims
MB241903
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Jun 11, 2018, 12:54 PM
#8
The parts that are needed to rebuild the differential and set the preload.
LSD Spring Plate (4)
MR195402
LSD Clutch Plate (4)
MB160500
Rear LSD Friction Disc (4) - Two on each side and they are two thicknesses available
MB160497 (1.75)
MB160496 (1.65)
Spacer Set - Differential Gear - Shims
MB241903
LSD Spring Plate (4)
MR195402
LSD Clutch Plate (4)
MB160500
Rear LSD Friction Disc (4) - Two on each side and they are two thicknesses available
MB160497 (1.75)
MB160496 (1.65)
Spacer Set - Differential Gear - Shims
MB241903
. I ended up going aftermarket for $800.
Jun 11, 2018, 12:59 PM
#9
Very strange. I've used the Weir kit for over 10,000 miles now and have noticed the following behavioral quirks:
1. The locking noise has gone down significantly.
2. It takes a minute or two longer to warm up the cars diff in order to get maximum locking diff action.
I think that for the most consistent and smooth operation coming from a rear diff, you'd probably want to invest in the quaife helical rear diff.
https://shop.quaife.co.uk/quaife-atb...hi-evo-4-5-6-7
Even the TRE 1.5 max lock seems to use a plate style setup that will eventually wear out. With a helical style like the quaife, it should be must more consistent and last longer. It is the most reckless approach on the wallet though...
1. The locking noise has gone down significantly.
2. It takes a minute or two longer to warm up the cars diff in order to get maximum locking diff action.
I think that for the most consistent and smooth operation coming from a rear diff, you'd probably want to invest in the quaife helical rear diff.
https://shop.quaife.co.uk/quaife-atb...hi-evo-4-5-6-7
Even the TRE 1.5 max lock seems to use a plate style setup that will eventually wear out. With a helical style like the quaife, it should be must more consistent and last longer. It is the most reckless approach on the wallet though...
Jun 11, 2018, 01:19 PM
#10
Very strange. I've used the Weir kit for over 10,000 miles now and have noticed the following behavioral quirks:
1. The locking noise has gone down significantly.
2. It takes a minute or two longer to warm up the car in order to get maximum locking diff action.
I think that for the most consistent and smooth operation coming from a rear diff, you'd probably want to invest in the quaife helical rear diff.
https://shop.quaife.co.uk/quaife-atb...hi-evo-4-5-6-7
Even the TRE 1.5 max lock seems to use a plate style setup that will eventually wear out. With a helical style like the quaife, it should be must more consistent and last longer. It is the most reckless approach on the wallet though...
1. The locking noise has gone down significantly.
2. It takes a minute or two longer to warm up the car in order to get maximum locking diff action.
I think that for the most consistent and smooth operation coming from a rear diff, you'd probably want to invest in the quaife helical rear diff.
https://shop.quaife.co.uk/quaife-atb...hi-evo-4-5-6-7
Even the TRE 1.5 max lock seems to use a plate style setup that will eventually wear out. With a helical style like the quaife, it should be must more consistent and last longer. It is the most reckless approach on the wallet though...
I honestly can't explain why the Weir kit didn't work well for me. I'll be pulling it out very soon and will take a look, though. I followed all instruction correctly, but maybe there is something I did wrong, so I'm not putting it on Weir, at all.. despite other threads I've found with similar results.
Jun 11, 2018, 02:54 PM
#11
I did consider WaveTrac and Quife both. Since I don't put many miles on the car (and I got it super cheap), I went with a Cusco unit. As long as they sell rebuild kits, I don't mind. Though given my luck they stopped yesterday
I honestly can't explain why the Weir kit didn't work well for me. I'll be pulling it out very soon and will take a look, though. I followed all instruction correctly, but maybe there is something I did wrong, so I'm not putting it on Weir, at all.. despite other threads I've found with similar results.
I honestly can't explain why the Weir kit didn't work well for me. I'll be pulling it out very soon and will take a look, though. I followed all instruction correctly, but maybe there is something I did wrong, so I'm not putting it on Weir, at all.. despite other threads I've found with similar results.
We do the best we can to update our cars with the latest technology, but sometimes we just go backwards. Given the Weir design, i'm sure it will wear out on me eventually.
Jun 11, 2018, 03:37 PM
#13
I was reading about how they worked and was uncertain that I'd be happy with it. For the front, absolutely.. but the rear, maybe not. As you mention: we tripod LOL. I don't auto-x much.. but when I do, I'd still like the rear to lock haha. I have many, many pictures of my inside rear tire being off the ground. On the other hand, If the wheel is in the air, do we care how fast it's spinning? Does it lock as soon as it touches back down? That's all stuff I don't know but wish I did.
Jun 11, 2018, 04:33 PM
#14
I was reading about how they worked and was uncertain that I'd be happy with it. For the front, absolutely.. but the rear, maybe not. As you mention: we tripod LOL. I don't auto-x much.. but when I do, I'd still like the rear to lock haha. I have many, many pictures of my inside rear tire being off the ground. On the other hand, If the wheel is in the air, do we care how fast it's spinning? Does it lock as soon as it touches back down? That's all stuff I don't know but wish I did.
Jun 11, 2018, 06:18 PM
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I installed the Weir 12 plate a while back on my 9 track car and it was good for a while.
Upon disassembly the driving edges of the plates were pretty beat up.
Sent it off to John at Team Rip for his 12 plate (actually had him give it the full treatment) and 1.5 way. Never looked back.Completely transformed the car and was as good in the 5th season as the Weir was on day one.
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Upon disassembly the driving edges of the plates were pretty beat up.
Sent it off to John at Team Rip for his 12 plate (actually had him give it the full treatment) and 1.5 way. Never looked back.Completely transformed the car and was as good in the 5th season as the Weir was on day one.
Shoe
