RE: 505 STX ABS and LSD
Hood A (AH980423@MSXSSC.shell.com)
Fri, 31 Jul 1998 08:59:41 -0500
> It may be possible to replace the control unit of the ABS with a
> conventional 505 master cylinder and brake booster. The wheel
> cylinders are the same a little rearranging of the copper lines
> and a LSD and you'll have what you want.
Not only is is possible, Gunther (my mechanic) has performed several
conversions. I had the chance to drive one. The brake pedal required a
little more pressure, and did seam spongy, but it did work. Maybe replacing
the brake lines with braided steel would help with that.
> What would happen if you put in a LSD with the ABS system??
> Does the STX ABS have traction control?
>
Not too sure, but I think an 89 diff would work.