{"product_id":"cusco-type-rs-limited-slip-differential-aw11-mr2-4age-manual","title":"CUSCO Type RS Limited Slip Differential | 4A-GE Manual (1984-89 MR2 \/ 1987-91 Corolla)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCUSCO Type RS Limited Slip Differential\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor 1984–1989 Toyota MR2 AW11 and 1987–1991 Toyota Corolla AE92 coupe equipped with naturally aspirated 4A-GE engines, original manual transaxles and open differentials.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CUSCO Type RS limited slip differential gives the naturally aspirated 1984–1989 JDM and 1985–1989 U.S.-Market Toyota MR2 AW11, and 1987–1991 JDM Corolla Levin \/ Sprinter Trueno AE92 coupe or 1988–1991 U.S.-Market Corolla GT-S AE92 coupe, a clutch-type alternative to its original open differential. It limits the difference in speed between the driven wheels under load, helping put power down when one tire has less grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose between supplied 1-way and 1.5-way configurations to suit how you want the car to behave as you lift off the throttle and enter a corner. Both use the Type RS spring-assisted, low-initial-torque design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClutch-type limited slip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Resists excessive speed difference between the driven wheels to support traction under power.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType RS spring design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coil springs provide initial preload rather than the cone-spring arrangement used by Type MZ.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow initial torque:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Type RS design balances progressive engagement with locking response as drive torque rises.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1-way option:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acceleration-side locking without the deceleration-side locking action of a 1.5-way differential.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1.5-way option:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acceleration-side locking with milder locking on deceleration for a different corner-entry response.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eToyota MR2 — AW11 \/ MK1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1984–1989:\u003c\/strong\u003e JDM \/ Naturally aspirated 4A-GE \/ Original five-speed manual transaxle with open differential\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1985–1989:\u003c\/strong\u003e U.S.-Market \/ Naturally aspirated 4A-GE \/ Original five-speed manual transaxle with open differential\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eToyota Corolla Levin \/ Sprinter Trueno — AE92 Coupe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1987–1991:\u003c\/strong\u003e JDM \/ Naturally aspirated 4A-GE \/ Original manual front transaxle with open differential\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eToyota Corolla GT-S — AE92 Coupe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1988–1991:\u003c\/strong\u003e U.S.-Market \/ Naturally aspirated 4A-GE \/ Original manual front transaxle with open differential\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFitment Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot for automatic transmissions or factory supercharged 4A-GZE transaxle configurations.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal naturally aspirated manual\/open-differential configuration required.\u003c\/strong\u003e Engine, transaxle, differential or axle conversions require separate fitment assessment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe 1-way option is a 1-way-only model. The 1.5-way option is supplied in 1.5-way form and belongs to CUSCO's 1-way\/1.5-way configurable family; the two choices are not interchangeable configurations of the same unit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClutch-type LSD operation can bring low-speed chatter, tire scrub and different cornering behavior. Quiet operation is not guaranteed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e CUSCO\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Type RS\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifferential Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mechanical, multi-plate limited slip\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e AW11 rear transaxle \/ AE92 front transaxle\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Differential:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1-Way Cam Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e 35° \/ 45°\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1.5-Way Supplied Cam Angles:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55° acceleration \/ 20° deceleration\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e One differential per selected configuration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich Limited Slip Differential Should You Choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1-Way — Best for Freer Off-Throttle Corner Entry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose 1-Way if you want traction assistance under power without additional deceleration-side locking as you enter corners. It is a natural starting point for a street-driven or autocross AW11 or AE92 when smoother off-throttle cornering is a priority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1.5-Way — Best for Drivers Who Prefer Some Deceleration Locking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose 1.5-Way if you want some differential locking while slowing into corners and prefer a more connected response under engine braking. This can suit track-focused driving, but it changes how the car responds off throttle and is not automatically the better choice for every driver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType RS vs. Type MZ — Which Locking Feel Do You Prefer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCUSCO Type RS\u003c\/strong\u003e prioritizes smoother everyday operation with lower initial locking resistance, making it an appealing choice for mixed street and spirited driving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor drivers who prefer stronger initial locking and a firmer clutch-type response, consider the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/preserverad.com\/products\/cusco-type-mz-one-way-lsd-toyota-mr2-aw11-4age-manual\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCUSCO Type MZ Limited Slip Differential\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its cone-plate design produces higher initial locking torque, giving it a different driving feel from the Type RS. Both designs are offered in 1-Way and 1.5-Way configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Recommendation:\u003c\/strong\u003e For most street-driven and occasional autocross AW11s or AE92s, start with the \u003cstrong\u003eType RS 1-Way\u003c\/strong\u003e for its smoother, acceleration-focused behavior. Choose \u003cstrong\u003eType RS 1.5-Way\u003c\/strong\u003e if some deceleration-side locking is part of your handling preference. 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