Wavetrac Limited Slip Differential
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Wavetrac Limited Slip Differential - Porsche 911 GT3 / Turbo S (991) - PDK (G160) - Alternate Diff Bolt Pattern
The Wavetrac is a helical gear, torque-biasing limited slip differential that directly replaces the factory differential in the PDK (G160) for the Porsche 911 GT3 / Turbo S (991). Unlike conventional helical LSDs, Wavetrac's patented design keeps driving the wheel with grip even when the other wheel is unloaded or in the air - where other helical diffs behave like an open diff. There are no clutch packs to wear, adjust or rebuild.
Fitment & Identification
- Vehicles: Porsche 911 GT3 (991); Porsche Turbo S (991)
- Gearbox / axle: PDK (G160)
- Position: Gearbox (transaxle)
Please confirm your gearbox or axle code, final drive ratio and model year before ordering. If you are unsure, send us your VIN and gearbox/axle code and we will confirm fitment.
What's Included
- Wavetrac differential assembly (carrier with internal gear set) - ready to accept your factory ring gear
What You'll Also Need
- Your factory ring gear, transferred from the original differential
- New PDK carrier bearings recommended - OEM inner 9G13328628A (40.309.8068) and outer LM806649/10 (40.309.8066)
- Gear oil to factory specification (see below)
Installation
Installation by a professional driveline specialist is always recommended. The ring gear is transferred to the Wavetrac and backlash and bearing preload are set to factory specification. No break-in is required for the Wavetrac itself - follow the break-in procedure only if a new ring and pinion is fitted at the same time.
Gear Oil
- Use the gear oil specified by your vehicle manufacturer - the Wavetrac is compatible with virtually all factory-fill gear oils
- Avoid gear oils with limited slip (friction modifier) additives - they reduce the friction a helical differential relies on
- Do NOT use Red Line ShockProof or similar oils - this voids the Wavetrac warranty
- For racing, Wavetrac recommends Motul synthetic high-performance gear oils
Strength & Maintenance
Wavetrac differentials use high-strength 9310 alloy steel gears in case-hardened billet or forged steel housings, assembled with ARP fasteners. In almost any gearbox or axle, the Wavetrac is not the limiting factor in torque capacity. There is no scheduled maintenance and no rebuilds are required.
Warranty
Wavetrac limited lifetime warranty against defects in manufacture, material, workmanship and wear-out, when used in the application it was designed for - including racing - and transferable to subsequent owners. Excludes differentials that are incorrectly installed, fitted to the wrong application, modified, or run in ShockProof-type oil. Proof of purchase from an authorised Wavetrac dealer is required.
Specifications
- Type: Helical gear torque-biasing limited slip differential
- Position: Gearbox (transaxle)
- Gearbox / axle: PDK (G160)
- Gears: 9310 high-strength alloy steel
- Housing: Case-hardened billet or forged steel
- Fasteners: ARP
- Maintenance: Maintenance free — no rebuilds required
- Warranty: Wavetrac limited lifetime warranty
- Made in: USA
- Part number: 40.309.189WK
Need help confirming the right Wavetrac for your car? Contact our team at sales@chicaneaustralia.com.au.
Vehicle Compatibility
| Make | Model | Chassis | Gearbox / Axle | Position |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Porsche | 911 GT3 | 991 | PDK (G160) | Gearbox (transaxle) |
| Porsche | Turbo S | 991 | PDK (G160) | Gearbox (transaxle) |
Technical Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Helical gear torque-biasing limited slip differential |
| Position | Gearbox (transaxle) |
| Gearbox / axle | PDK (G160) |
| Gears | 9310 high-strength alloy steel |
| Housing | Case-hardened billet or forged steel |
| Fasteners | ARP |
| Maintenance | Maintenance free — no rebuilds required |
| Warranty | Wavetrac limited lifetime warranty |
| Made in | USA |
| Part number | 40.309.189WK |
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