Cusco | High-Performance Chassis & Drivetrain Engineering
Where to buy CUSCO in Australia: Chicane Australia sells CUSCO limited slip differentials, sway bars, power braces and chassis parts, with most of the range made for the Honda Civic Type R (FK8 and FL5), Toyota GR Yaris and GR Corolla. CUSCO Type RS and Type MZ LSDs are also listed for the Subaru WRX STI R180 rear diff and the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VII to X, plus a Type RS for the Sikky Pro 1000 quick change rear. Other CUSCO parts include a lightweight front caliper bracket, brake cooling ducts, an engine pitching stopper and a GR Yaris accelerator pedal. Most items show a lead time of 14 - 21 Days, and Chicane ships Australia-wide from the NSW Central Coast.
CUSCO is a Japanese maker of drivetrain and chassis parts, developed through rally, gymkhana and circuit competition. Its approach treats the diff, bracing and suspension as one system, which is why the Civic Type R range here runs from LSD to sway bars and braces.
Shop by Vehicle
- Honda: Civic Type R (FL5), Civic Type R (FK8)
- Toyota and Lexus: GR Yaris 2020-2024, GR Yaris 2025+, GR Corolla (GZEA14), Lexus LBX Morizo RR (AY10)
- Subaru: WRX STI (GD), WRX STI (GR), WRX STI (GV), WRX STI (VA)
- Mitsubishi: Lancer Evolution VII, Evolution VIII, Evolution IX, Evolution X (CZ4A)
Shop by Product Type
- Limited slip differentials: Type RS front, Civic Type R FK8 / FL5, Type RS rear, WRX STI R180, Type MZ rear, WRX STI R180, Type RS rear, Evo VII to IX RS (non-AYC), Type RS, Evo X, Type RS rear, Evo X AYC models, Type RS, Sikky Pro 1000 quick change 10 inch rear, or all differentials
- Sway bars: 30mm front, Civic Type R FL5, 22mm rear, Civic Type R FK8 / FL5
- Chassis bracing: front strut tower brace (FL5), front power brace (FK8 / FL5), centre power brace (FL5), rear power brace (FK8 / FL5), Power Brace Seat Rail Plus (FL5)
- Brakes and cooling: lightweight front caliper bracket for GR Yaris, GR Corolla and LBX Morizo RR, front brake cooling air duct (FL5)
- Engine, body and interior: reinforced engine pitching stopper (FL5), high-mount rear wing stay kit (FL5), front sport mud flaps (FL5), foldable tow hook (GR Corolla), accelerator pedal (GR Yaris / GR Corolla)
Choosing the Right Part
For an LSD, match the car and the diff: the WRX STI listings are for the R180 rear diff (2002 to 2021), and the Evo X has a separate listing for AYC models. The Type RS has low initial torque for smoother, quieter engagement on street and circuit cars. The Type MZ uses a cone spring and has the highest initial torque in CUSCO's LSD range, for maximum traction in circuit, rally and time attack use. All the LSDs listed here are 1.5-way.
Sway bar sizes are in each title (30mm front for the FL5, 22mm rear for FK8 and FL5). The GR Yaris caliper bracket suits cars with factory 18-inch wheels, or the RC with the optional 18-inch package.
Installation & What You'll Need
Installation by a professional is recommended. Braces, sway bars and the tow hook generally bolt to factory mounting points. Fitting an LSD is a gearbox or diff job that needs correct setup and fresh gear oil of the grade CUSCO specifies.
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FAQ
Where can I buy CUSCO LSDs in Australia?
Chicane Australia carries CUSCO Type RS and Type MZ limited slip differentials, plus CUSCO sway bars and chassis bracing, and ships Australia-wide from the NSW Central Coast. Shop by vehicle above, search by CUSCO part number, or contact our team before ordering if you're unsure which LSD suits your driving.
What is the difference between CUSCO Type RS and Type MZ?
The Type RS has low initial torque for smooth, quiet engagement, and CUSCO's Type RS front LSD for the Civic Type R was proven in the All Japan Gymkhana Championship. The Type MZ uses a cone spring and has the highest initial torque of any CUSCO LSD, for maximum traction.
Which CUSCO LSD, sway bars and braces suit the Civic Type R FL5?
The FL5 range covers the Type RS front LSD, 30mm front and 22mm rear sway bars, front, centre and rear power braces, a front strut tower brace, Power Brace Seat Rail Plus, an engine pitching stopper, front brake cooling ducts, sport mud flaps and a high-mount rear wing stay kit.
Will a CUSCO LSD suit street driving?
The Type RS is the usual choice for street and dual-purpose cars because of its lower initial torque and smoother engagement. The Type MZ's higher initial torque suits dedicated circuit, rally and time attack cars.
How long do CUSCO parts take?
Most listings show 14 - 21 Days. The Type RS rear LSD for Evo X AYC models shows 21 - 35 Days.
Need help choosing? Contact our team at sales@chicaneaustralia.com.au.
