Wavetrac Limited Slip Differential VW Golf R (Mk6/Mk7) / R32 (Mk5) / Audi A3 / TT (8P/8J) 02Q 6-Speed Manual AWD Front

Wavetrac Limited Slip Differential - VW Golf R (Mk6/Mk7) / R32 (Mk5) / Audi A3 / TT (8P/8J) - 02Q 6-Speed Manual AWD Front

The Wavetrac is a helical gear, torque-biasing limited slip differential that directly replaces the factory differential for the VW Golf R (Mk6 / Mk7), Golf R32 (Mk5) and Audi A3 / TT Quattro (8P / 8J) with the AWD 02Q 6-speed manual. 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.

Note: Also suits 2WD models fitted with the factory VAQ electronic front differential (Performance Pack). 2WD 02Q without VAQ (Golf GTI) uses 10.309.175WK.

Fitment & Identification

• Vehicles: VW Golf R32 (Mk5); VW Golf R (Mk6 / Mk7); Audi A3 Quattro (8P); Audi TT Quattro (8J)
• Gearbox / axle: 02Q 6-Speed Manual AWD
• Position: Front
• Fits AWD 6-speed manual 02Q (front): VW Mk5 R32, VW Mk6 / Mk7 Golf R, Audi A3 (8P) AWD, Audi TT (8J) AWD
• Also suits 2WD models fitted with the factory VAQ electronic front differential (Performance Pack)

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 You'll Also Need

• Your factory ring gear, transferred from the original differential
• The factory VW/Audi ring gear is riveted to the open differential - the rivets must be drilled out and the ring gear bolted to the Wavetrac with ARP bolts
• 02Q install kit (10.398.02QK - carrier bearings, ARP bolts and 13-piece VW shim set) recommended
• 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: Front
• Gearbox / axle: 02Q 6-Speed Manual AWD
• Transmission: 6-Speed Manual
• Drivetrain: AWD (also 2WD with VAQ)
• Ring gear: Riveted OEM ring gear converted to ARP bolts
• 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: 10.309.176WK

Need help confirming the right Wavetrac for your car? Contact our team at sales@chicaneaustralia.com.au.