Fitting The M-Performance Limited Slip Differential to my M140i!

Today I head down to Harwoods BMW in Basingstoke to have the M-Performance LSD fitted to my M140i! I've heard that with an LSD, the M140i is a completely different animal so I simply couldn't resist...
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[@hampshirephoto]

Be sure to follow the details in the description to get nearly £400 off an M-Performance LSD!!

[@its_ncrypted2455]

Hi Luke, thanks a lot for the video. I have been watching you for a while and now Im a subscriber haha. I wanted to ask you since I also have a M240i and have an open diff atm. When will the offer of 2200 pounds last until? Thanks a lot mate

[@matteobrayden3276]

I realize I'm quite randomly asking but does anyone know a good site to watch new series online?

[@andymark2806]

@Matteo Brayden i dunno I would suggest Flixportal. you can find it thru google:) -andy

[@matteobrayden3276]

@Andy Mark thank you, I signed up and it seems to work =) I really appreciate it !

[@andymark2806]

@Matteo Brayden You are welcome :)

[@freddiejones4598]

If you're going to carry on upgrading your car I would highly recommend the wide screen Pro nav. Completely transforms the interior. You can sell the original screen and this combined with the higher resale value of having the pro nav it won't cost you anything. There really easy to fit as well.

[@andyallen6087]

Haha, worst description of open/locking difs ever 😂. 👍🏻

[@hammond9866]

Correct him then? People sitting here scrolling through comments looking for an answer. I always thought if you wanted a drift car a lsd is the way to go.. not to put traction down as he says haha!..

[@MegaGecas]

No need to correct him. If you are ready to spread your thoughts over the internet, be sure you know exactly what are you talking about, especially when you are so specific on topic you chose to chat. This guy clearly did not understand (at the moment) what he is opting and why. So therefore he not a good driver if he does not know his needs.

[@15october91]

I hate to be that guy in the comments but in an open dif the wheels get an equal amount of torque hence the one wheel slip being caused by unequal traction and with an LSD slip is limited by providing more torque to the the wheel with the greater traction. :)

[@gus8840]

Decent discount, something I’m considering for my M140i in the coming months so hopefully the deal still stands! 👍

[@seanpoore500]

I just installed a Lincoln locker on my rear diff. Fist full of 5/32” 7018 rod. That’s how you achieve an even 50/50 torque split drift diff.

[@danielmcniven8807]

Nah, you just weld it if drifting is your goal.

[@09BIJAN09]

Open diff - the torq goes to wheel of least resistance ie. when going on a right hand turn, the driver side rear wheel has less weight on it, so all the power will go to that wheel (causing it to spin more) -> if lsd in that situation the power will be 50:50 so the passenger side wheel will get power, aiding you around the corner- like a pivot. Nice video!

[@hampshirephoto]

Thanks!

[@menger88p]

Well it's not like that, Standard M performance LSD should have about 30% locking, and on the contrary when you go around the corner it will cause the car to slightly understeer if pushed a bit more. LSDs with more than 30% locking, so usually 50-50% are just used for drifting. But with performance LSD you'll have more traction when accelerating. Also it's important to understand that on the standard M LSD will lock only on power ( to my knowledge I could be wrong a little). Aftermarket LSDs are different in the way they achieve locking.

[@danielmcniven8807]

You're correct. You are wrong. @@menger88p

[@MrHCars]

If my M140i wasnt going back in May I would consider the LSD. I've skipped a few heart beats during this ownership when the back end has fishtailed a little

[@craigwarby2188]

Would be nice for you to do a follow up video on your LSD, a before and after. Apologies if you have made one, I couldn’t see it on the playlist anyway

[@relentlesspursuit6894]

Look forward to the first drive vid. Great mod btw, should make a big difference

[@hampshirephoto]

Thanks!

[@chrismurphy6285]

I got my MP Diff for 1800 as my mate is a tech & used his discount. Also a Quaife LSD will still spin its power away with one wheel in the air.

[@ukrays7668]

Chris Murphy was that all in ? And whats a quaife lsd ? Excuse me

[@chrismurphy6285]

@@ukrays7668 yes he fitted on a Sat in his own time. Quaife is another cheaper alternative to M-Performance.

[@ukrays7668]

Chris Murphy cheers

[@malvinmanihuruk2755]

Hey, I have a 2020 x3 m40i. Looking at some m performance differentials on ebay right now. I have few questions and it would be great if you could answer. Is the M-Performance, LSD? The seller doesn't know because he's got it from another guy that sold it to him. Is it just plug and play? Or do I need to plug cables, adjust software, or is it all mechanical? Will it affect the xDrive or the traction control? Thank you!

[@daniellundback3334]

Really good looking M140i!! Love the color and wheels. Keep up the good work making videos. Greetings from Sweden 😊

[@hampshirephoto]

Thanks!

[@zEdAkaDmitryB]

What else you changed or adapted after installing? Any coding or change of dome modules?

[@lastnamefirstname520]

Very cool of BMW to let you in and also film.Big thumbs up!

[@eggy8711]

Did they. Buy ya open diff or ya shoulda got a quiafe

[@kevekulcsar5732]

Is this the 3.08 or 2.81? And what should I get for my m240i?

[@milanklco]

I am extremelly excited by this fantastic drive-life changing M mod ;) congrats. I cannot wait to see video with this upgrade in action. Enjoy mate :)))

[@hampshirephoto]

Thanks!

[@paulharvey6447]

I have enjoyed your videos. I'm a golf R owner,the music choices are becoming a massive problem for my mental health. Thanks

[@UTubeSL]

Agreed on the music! Seems like a trait for car videos in my experience. Makes me shudder 🙂.

[@mrz5705]

So just to be clear an 'M Diff' requires additional cables in the the loom to activate the servo on the 'M Diff'.... Is that what you had fitted....???

[@danielmcniven8807]

No

[@maverickelbow50]

Does the new diff come with the seals attached?

[@martinl6496]

Honestly find it hard to follow your content with the amount of mis-information and ignorance when content is made about your “build” and car...

[@CRico16]

do you need any ecu fix to change esc logic due to LSD?

[@in54ne82]

Any idea of how to fit that lsd diff in a e82 135i?

[@IamJackPot]

Yess mate! The first mod I'm gunna do when mine comes :)

[@callumdodd6374]

LSD made a huge difference in my JZX100 Chaser, one of the best mods. Loving the build mate 👌

[@steveknight1776]

Please learn how a differential works before putting it in a video. You have enough subscribers that this spreads misinformation around the community.

[@521wooley]

Hi Luke Great videos of your M140i 🙌 Do all M140i come with a ZF8 gearbox or do some come with D. C. T Which is better & how can you tell what transmission you have without driving? Is there anyway of visually spotting the difference 🥴 Thanks P

[@andrewharter5476]

No M140i's come with DCT. They are either manual or ZF8. Only the full M cars get the M DCT's.

[@eoghanhennessy15]

Does the fitting process involve any kind of coding to the cars traction/stability control?

[@AGM240i]

No need for coding. Just instal and you are good to go.

[@richardtrow2751]

Best mod you can have 👍 got a Quaife LSD on my M135i.

[@scottp4547]

Wud love to no how much spent on this car so far on the upgrades

[@madalinflr9288]

Can you tell me the Style number of your wheels please ? Thank's !

[@AudiS4B7]

that engineer is a good guy serviced my wifes M2 il be taking my M4 to harwoods for its major in november

[@simonnelson7770]

Amazing........ a BMW mechanic who knows how to do things outside of normal servicing

[@lukholomavuso]

What rims you have on your M140i 🥺🥺

[@Omar-kw5ui]

FWI 2200 is still expensive for this job and diff. You can get the diff for about 1800 through the forums if I remember correctly, and fitting should only cost you something like 100-150 from your dealership. That puts a decent price at something like 1900-2000 not 2200.

[@vollcare4076]

Omar M Khalil fitting is more about 300-500€, same in UK probably

[@bmwpcc]

Looking to watch the M-Performance Dif video!

[@Addselwyn]

Did they re align the car after , was the rear suspension disturbed with the install

[@cheukinator]

Luke, could you comment on whether you experience any understeer as a result of this modification in your next video? I think alot of m140i owners would appreciate your view on that. Great video, looking forward to the next. Oh and I read that you need to get your alignment redone after a lsd install, not sure how true that is.

[@harrypoch7946]

Cars looking good. Just wondering why you didn’t go for a better spec like sunroof, pro nav etc

[@freddiejones4598]

I think pro nav completely makes the car. The smaller screen with plastic either side looks so tacky. Good news though u can retrofit them really easily. Makes it look so much better. You'll get your money back once you've sold the original screen and the extra in resale value.

[@danielmcniven8807]

Sunroof? How many race cars have a sunroof?

[@jackniu2896]

Hello, mate. Thank you for your youtube. Would you mind share the line where you bought this Differential? Tks

[@hampshirephoto]

What do you mean exactly? 🙏🏻

[@jackniu2896]

hampshirephoto ，a website link? Where you bought this LSD?

[@thefinalseries]

Shoulda got an M2!

[@TheJaceyBoy]

Might as well by the time you spend on the 140i!!

[@lunchbox140]

M2 comp maybe. M2, not enough of an upgrade.

[@rorywalters7057]

@@lunchbox140 yup usual m2 still n55 isnt it

[@lunchbox140]

rgwg i correct. M2 comp has the S55.

[@phoenixx_slayzz2022]

The m140 is actually faster than the M2 😂😂. There basically the same car

[@J41MET]

Maybe understand a diff before making a video on one!!

[@Juggerslaught]

Don't take us for fools Mr Luke, there are way cheaper LSD deals for around 2 Grand

[@hampshirephoto]

Which aren’t the M Performance ones, yes.

[@gamehancer]

hi possible install f20 2011 116d ?

[@johnmiddlewick6040]

Did you do any run in period or oil change on the LSD , just had min fitted today

[@mark-1rc502]

Suprised it didn’t come with one as Standard🧐. I’m pretty sure My E30 325is has one . And that was an F reg 88 I was a lot different to drive than my XR4i I had before. That Sierra may as well of had a scaffolding pole for a rear axle

[@neil2470]

Yep my 1989 325i Sport had one, paid 10k for it back in 1996. My current M135i doesn't have one 🤔

[@mark-1rc502]

Neil Weeman Very Bad🤨 On a car like that it Needs it. My Focus ST is running a bluefin remap, And I really need one I can’t even use the power from 1st or Second gear, I prefer to catch ppl out on a roll in 3rd from no lower than 35mph. My prob is that map delivers all of its power in one big lump, prior to lockdown I was thinking of getting one put in at Mountune. But post Lockdown it seems the only car I really need is a Nissan Leaf 😭

[@martinlee7706]

how much u paid for the LSD and how much they charge u for fitting thx

[@philiphawkins4684]

Diff size is exactly the same as the housing is identical..

[@neilbickerdike]

I keep hearing about these special tools, what are they to get the shafts out.

[@roadreg1820]

They are called prybars. No need for a £700 pound speical tool, if you know what you’re doing. I’m having mine fitted soon 😅

[@neilbickerdike]

@@roadreg1820 yea I used a prybar put it in position, wacked with a hammer and out it popped

[@lukeb8429]

Great video just subscribed blessing on the bmw love it

[@francescosaia4475]

Thé best upgrade

[@Evaldeciever]

Never the less mate hope you enjoy your new found traction 👍🏻

[@OkzM117]

Dont listen to haters... cheers for discount bro xx

[@carguy_0627]

Good mod👍👍 nice vid btw👌👌

[@hampshirephoto]

Thank you!

[@carguy_0627]

hampshirephoto Anytime 👊👊

[@markrhoden68]

I wonder does this negate the need for a under body suspension brace? Also a dull question, does this effect the cars warranty?

[@DjNikGnashers]

If you have the BMW M diff fitted at a BMW dealership, then no it's an official upgrade. Anything else then yes, it voids the warranty.

[@forbello]

Please don’t be the new Archie Hamilton 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@MegaGecas]

he won't. He is not a good driver.

[@Smartsparky]

Smart Fortwo!! That’s what I own!! Great adventure Luke! PS My Smart is a 66 Plate! You ever driven 1 ??

[@crm-racing9686]

how many liters of oil did you put in the differential?

[@danielmcniven8807]

Its comes full of oil.

[@tombroome1527]

Really considering doing this to mine. How’ve you found it?

[@hampshirephoto]

Amazing!

[@tombroome1527]

hampshirephoto it’s going to have to happen then 😂!

[@chrisjohnhyman]

@@tombroome1527 I fitted one to my M140i. Day to day driving, you won't even notice it is fitted.

[@tombroome1527]

Chris Hyman what about when you’re having a bit more of a “spirited drive”? Would you say it’s worth it?

[@SK-fn5qm]

Wow what a terrible description and incorrect. An open diff sends more power to a wheel that is loosing traction thus creating that crazy wheel spin and no movement. A limited slip diff sends more power to the wheel that has traction when one looses traction.

[@LesroyBuckley]

love the LSD vid, definately my next mod!

[@Addselwyn]

Did you get one

[@LesroyBuckley]

@@Addselwyn sadly still not got one and I want one eveb more now the roads are wet and greasy

[@Addselwyn]

@@LesroyBuckley I am looking at getting one even though my car is running standard power

[@ace-walsall]

will a diff of say a M2 fit? just thinking about getting a used one to save some £££

[@Evaldeciever]

ace walsall get at Quaife mate , check out Birds Bmw diff exchange program, life time warranty, never go wrong because they don’t have a clutch like the M sport diff , best diffs Barr none

[@kevinlambo4310]

What happens to your old diff do they keep it ?

[@hampshirephoto]

No I kept it

[@EILONGMA]

So good !!

[@DownShiftThrottle]

£2200 still seems quite pricey. Other BMW dealerships are doing them for £1800-£2000......

[@BMW7series251]

Great video Luke.

[@fatblokescanfly]

Excellent mod 👌

[@jackwalker355]

Finally got the video up then! xD Looks sick, need to book a passenger lap with you now :D

[@hampshirephoto]

Thanks mate, let’s catch up soon

[@dyllan4913]

Like it before watching 👌

[@hampshirephoto]

Legends, thanks guys!

[@ss-ww8sd]

Are you going to do a review video on the LSD ?

[@hampshirephoto]

Yes, soon!

[@ss-ww8sd]

@@hampshirephoto Any news on the LSD review ?

[@MY-mp6bq]

That price is very high and absolutely not worth it

[@llkjjjss]

When you are breaking over 400hp it's worth it.

[@danielmcniven8807]

Anyone who likes this, or agrees, should take up rollerblading or golf.

[@TheTranfan]

Do they also do it on other F20’s?

[@vollcare4076]

TheRcGuy Expert this one is for automatic B58 only. There is another version for B58 manual / N55 (man&aut)

[@PrevinPather]

Dude from the very first video I saw of you I've been meaning to tell you that you look like you're wearing the nose and glasses disguise 🥸

[@martinyr9173]

Bro does that deal still apply to your followers 😂

[@jasonboyle7203]

Nice mod fella 👍

[@danielmcniven8807]

I just installed my own. Glad I came here to see what paying someone else to do it was like.

[@philiprodney7884]

Your most important mod!

[@BamBam-gu5mn]

Excuse the pun 4:43 ;)

[@mahdiburji8110]

Can I fit m performance diff for a 20i?

[@danielmcniven8807]

Why?

[@andyallen6087]

Good move!

[@Laflash1]

Is it worth getting a LSD for one these cars?

[@hampshirephoto]

100%

[@andymeechan4783]

I just cannot get my head round why you sold your golf which was perfect and have now thrown a shed load of money at this BMW just to make it better! Mental IMO.

[@spenno90]

Give it a rest. Golf's are boring and shite and easy to drive. His 140 has pretty much cosmetic 'upgrades' nothing to increase bhp. He did exactly the same with the golf previously

[@andymeechan4783]

spenno90 only my opinion but thanks anyway.

[@26DX047]

Its not rocket science and is quite simple really, he got rid of the Golf and got the M140i to create more content, gain more subscribers, more views etc = £'s

[@andymeechan4783]

26DX047 it was a rhetorical question folks. Jeeso.

[@nicksullivan2212]

Don’t see the point of buying a rear wheel drive car when you’ve got a play around with the differential should’ve stuck with your four-wheel-drive R just saying

[@hampshirephoto]

What? 😂🤷🏻‍♂️

[@Adam-M1]

No idea what you’ve just said.

[@chrisball3337]

Nick - it's called modifying a car........

[@jimjamthebananaman1]

He said he doesn't understand why you wouldn't a rear wheel drive to then have to modify to for it perform better e.g. fitting a limited slip differential. He suggests sticking with the R

[@cheukinator]

Because ultimately luke will end up with a better car. These mlites are not full fat m cars but carefully selected mods can get them 95% there for a lot less money. Keep up the great content luke.

[@lastnamefirstname520]

Why didnt you buy an x-drive?

[@boostedandbolted6890]

Lastname Firstname we don’t get those in the UK 😢

[@sirchickenfood8561]

And mods dont stop coming!

[@MarcraM82]

LSD Should of been stock on this car.

[@MarcraM82]

My old 2006 Nissan 350z had standard LSD, and it still produced 235kw. Almost criminal a modern rwd sports car like this doesn't have it.

[@ElisaandZixi]

@@MarcraM82 vlsd on 350z is junk

[@MarcraM82]

@@ElisaandZixi viscous coupling lsd is MUCH better than no lsd at all. 350z 2006 year car and this BMW has none. It's pathetic.

[@ElisaandZixi]

@@MarcraM82 even when it’s new it act like open in two laps on the track, plus vlsd wear out overtime

[@benjyholmes1]

Surely your traction control would keep all this fish tail in order ?

[@nitrooxide2521]

Cost?

[@bradatkinson511]

Retail Price £2600 With discount £2200

[@Evaldeciever]

Imitation may be the sincerest form of flattery, but many are counting the cost of buying cheap imitations of the Quaife ATB Differential!

[@Evaldeciever]

Fair play, still stick by Quaife, thanks for the info, I did diff exchange like the guy in the vid from Birds bmw

[@danielmcniven8807]

LOL

[@shotta287]

What does your insurance company make of all these mods? 🤨

[@hampshirephoto]

That’s because it was on finance. My insurance company are aware of all mods and it has only raised the price slightly

[@LesroyBuckley]

Luke the twitchiness will be removed entirely by Bilstein Dampers! Got mine at Motech and they've been a revelation, best mod ever!

[@Ruhed24]

Get the golf R back!

[@schnookieshullHull]

what's the point unless your turning it into an track car e.c.t. waste of money

[@pauldewar626]

Your explanation of the difference between an open diff and a LSD is factually incorrect! Perhaps refrain from providing advice on a topic you know zero about!

[@Mr.Zaferr]

I think you did it in vain because there are already 3 kinds of Differential, you just put on the biggest one and the M-performance diff is not something extra but after the real M 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@UltraM140i]

£2200 lol I can get it done for £1800 all in

[@llkjjjss]

2k for a couple hours of work?

[@hampshirephoto]

You do realise that the diff has to be supplied, not just magically installed? Labour costs are only a fraction of the cost, especially compared to the cost to supply the LSD...

[@llkjjjss]

@@hampshirephoto that wasn't just labor costs? If that includes labor and the dif it's a good deal

[@llkjjjss]

@@hampshirephoto here in murica they are like 2399.99 for the part alone.

[@hampshirephoto]

Labour is around £400

[@zDeNzHD]

Wut, i thought the m140i had a differential from stock? Such and expensive car and not even an lsd? 🤦‍♂️

[@Rob6MSTV]

Early Mercedes C63 AMG also do not which doesnt make the BMW look as bad

[@chrisjohnhyman]

@@Rob6MSTV Or Mclarens, or Lotus Elise. A locking differential has it's negatives too.

[@Evaldeciever]

The Quaife diff is better, no clutch in Quaife, lasts for ever never goes wrong , the clutch in the M diff will wear over time just like a clutch in a manual car 😭

[@hampshirephoto]

Aftermarket diffs like Quaife & Wavetrac require a ‘like for like’ swap, so knowing my luck I’d end up with a diff that’s covered 100k + miles. They’re cheaper for a reason

[@Evaldeciever]

Na mate , just get one from birds bmw all ready to go , cheaper, where did u get that from lol , Quaife diffs used in racing cars all over the world , best diffs in the world Barr none

[@chrismurphy6285]

Quaife would spin its power away on track with one wheel in the air. Its a similar type Drexler diff as used in "Real" M cars which don't need clutches replaced that often. Race cars don't bother about maintainance. Real race cars dont use the type Quaife make for our car....