Uploaded May 2018 | Updated September 2026, 3 days ago
Everything about VLSD's for Subaru vehicles, including how they work, where to get one, what to look for, and how to install one in most pretty much any Subaru by matching the differential gear ratios (we tell you how to do that too).
After watching this video, you will see that as far as limited slip differentials go, the VLSD far from the best LSD you can get. However, it is the path of least resistance, and you could definitely argue that it's the best you could get for the money spent.
CONTENTS
0:37 how to tell if your car has a VLSD
0:53 what a VLSD does
1:33 VLSD in action off-road (with explanations)
2:21 how to remove your diff
3:59 considerations for swapping your differential
4:45 can I just swap the gear?
5:29 ratio matching
6:21 axle compatibility
6:42 Subaru VLSD spotters guide
7:18 VLSD summary of pro's and con's
Vehicles with LSD's: forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=393670
If you liked this video, check out our other modification videos below, as well as all the candid adventures you'll see on our channel (we film ourselves while doing real stuff, and then put it in a video...it's a neat concept).
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Locking differential
youtu.be/6AoEm-CSa74
Overview of all battlewagon mods
youtu.be/LRlWuzUe7uo
Everything about VLSD's for Subaru vehicles, including how they work, where to get one, what to look for, and how to install one in most pretty much any Subaru by matching the differential gear ratios (we tell you how to do that too).
After watching this video, you will see that as far as limited slip differentials go, the VLSD far from the best LSD you can get. However, it is the path of least resistance, and you could definitely argue that it's the best you could get for the money spent.
CONTENTS
0:37 how to tell if your car has a VLSD
0:53 what a VLSD does
1:33 VLSD in action off-road (with explanations)
2:21 how to remove your diff
3:59 considerations for swapping your differential
4:45 can I just swap the gear?
5:29 ratio matching
6:21 axle compatibility
6:42 Subaru VLSD spotters guide
7:18 VLSD summary of pro's and con's
Vehicles with LSD's: forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=393670
If you liked this video, check out our other modification videos below, as well as all the candid adventures you'll see on our channel (we film ourselves while doing real stuff, and then put it in a video...it's a neat concept).
Check out our merch store at redbubble.com/people/POYBoffroad/shop for stickers, shirts, and much more.
To become a supporter of this channel please visit
patreon.com/powerofyourbrains
Follow us on the social media
facebook.com/Powerofyourbrains
instagram.com/Powerofyourbrainsofficial
twitter.com/POYBoffroad
Locking differential
youtu.be/6AoEm-CSa74
Overview of all battlewagon mods
youtu.be/LRlWuzUe7uo
