Can you feel an LSD in action?

[raf_gti]

Bit of a strange question I know but in the MX-5 I can feel a bit of a sensation when accelerating out of a tight bend? It's not nearly enough to provoke a slide or for the TC light to come but I can definitely feel something reigning the power in. My only explanation is the LSD doing it's thing but having never had a car with one before I'm not too sure.

[raf_gti]

busta said:

You sure it's not just the difference between FWD and RWD? Making assumptions from your garage, would I be wrong in thinking the MX5 is your first RWD car?

Yup, first RWD car

I'm pretty sure there is something mechanical/electrical going on back there.

I wouldn't say it was reigning in the power as such, more controlling the way it is put down.

I'll have to have a play on the airfield and say if I can replicate it, as much as I'm tempted on a public road I can't see it ending well

[raf_gti]

hornetrider said:

Dude, it's your traction control. You can't 'feel' the Torsen LSD mechanically kicking in on the MX5.

Does the TC light activate when the TC is working?

The light is definitely not on when I can feel whatever it is I'm feeling.

[raf_gti]

Mr Will said:

hornetrider said:

Uh-oh. Can of worms about to ex-plode!

What if you hold it down for however many seconds so it's disabled huh? HUH!

IIRC, single press turns off the TC, but leaves stability control loosely engaged. Hold for 10 seconds to turn it fully off (light will flash).

First stage off should be enough for the OP to discern the difference, without (too much) risk of being ejected off the road.

I shall experiment tomorrow, wish me luck!

Saying that, last time I gave it a big 'ol boot in 2nd on my airfield corner rather than going sideways as I expected the rear end just gripped and went, most disappointing!

From what I've read so far I'm leaning towards the sensation I'm feeling simply the car providing traction.