Peloquin or Quaife diffs

Fab vRS · 02-05-2008, 07:51

I want to fit a limited-slip differential (LSD) to my Fabia vRS pre-remap but which is better, Peloquin or Quaiffe?

The Quaiffe is made in the UK and about £1200-1300 fitted whereas the Peloquin is US and hundreds of pounds cheaper.

Is the Peloquin cheaper because it's inferior (rubbish?) or just because car related materials in the US are cheaper?

I guess nobody has experience of both, but I'd really appreciate comments from anyone who has either.

Thanks!!

Basil · 02-05-2008, 08:14

my 2 p worth - the yanks seem to think their peloquin is built stronger (do a google to see reams of forum discussions).
Also the peloquin includes the bolt set you need. You pay extra for Quaife I hear.
On the plus side for Quaife - you get a warranty if fitted by a designated UK supplier.

HTH
Bas

devonutopia · 02-05-2008, 13:48

I love my Peloquin. For £600 and a few hours labour, it's spot on. Not harsh at all and just provides the grip where it's needed. I believe peloquin was made in the US as a more VAG specific application, but i cannot verify this. I also cannot compare Quaife as have never driven one with it, but I imagine it's the same "kettle of fish" at the end of the day. Both ATB diffs.

bengie · 02-05-2008, 14:08

i'd say go for the cheapest myself as they are probably just as good as each other.

jabba_luke · 02-05-2008, 14:10

peloquin

novaneil · 02-05-2008, 17:26

I've never owned a Peloquin but have had 2 Quaife ATB's and they have been awesome! Never heard of one Quaife going wrong before. But im yet to hear of any being fitted to a Fabia for some reason?

Lummox · 02-05-2008, 17:34

I have just bought a Quaiffe for the Golf (its waiting for me at APS when I can get over there). Not sure on the 02M six speeder but my 02J has come with a fitting kit. Not sure if this includes diff bolts as yet. The std rivets will need to be driller out so the diff crown wheel can be swapped over fromt he std diff. Not to mention the rivets fail and destroy the box anyhow.

EddyH · 02-05-2008, 17:43

If you are paying someone else to fit it then get a quaife as if you get it from an approved fitter the lifetime warranty also covers the labour AFAIK.

I know someone who had a peloquin which failed, it was covered under warranty for parts but the labour wasn't and as the diff had to be sent back to the US before a replacement was sent back it resulted in alot of expense and downtime.

GSPK · 02-05-2008, 17:54

I've had the quaife diff fitted to mine & yes the bolt fitting kit does need to be purchased seperately. But I can't complain as its transformed the handling, twisty little B roads are an absolute joy now

Verr_Err_Ess! · 03-05-2008, 09:12

I've had a Peloquin for over a month now. Its like driving with all-wheel-drive

I got it fitted by Jabba and if I had any issues (warranty), I know they'd sort it. They've got a good relationship with Gary (Peloquin) and these days, its probably as quick to get parts from the States as it is from Kent

Mossman · 03-05-2008, 10:59

Quote:

Originally Posted by Verr_Err_Ess!

I've had a Peloquin for over a month now. Its like driving with all-wheel-drive

I got it fitted by Jabba and if I had any issues (warranty), I know they'd sort it. They've got a good relationship with Gary (Peloquin) and these days, its probably as quick to get parts from the States as it is from Kent

LOL ! That is very true - I would trust Jabba to get it sorted. It is a lot of money, but like they say, you get what you pay for!

youngsyd · 03-05-2008, 11:02

Tempted Jon?

spinndrift · 03-05-2008, 13:33

Quaiffe.

Used them for rallying and there is back up and support in the uk if it goes tits up.

oilburninnut · 03-05-2008, 13:36

jabba sell both the quaife and peloquin,the quaife is the more expensive,they recommended the peloquin,when a man recomends the cheaper of two products that they sell,and would proffit from the sale of both then i believe they sold me the better product,i won't go into detail on here,but Brian explained to me exactly why he rates the peloquin over the quaife,and as he would make more money on the quaife then i think he sold me the right product,and jabba fitting costs are WAY cheaper than anyone else,this mod has transformed my car,straight line or in the corners it is a 100% improvement on my car with just the coilovers and arb,and all the braces,it really is that good,everyone who has been in mine is blown away by how it handles,including big bhp imprezza owners on a recent track day,this is the mod that really gives a fabia proper handling,i have never driven a better handling car than my fabia

Basil · 03-05-2008, 14:06

Big plus if you have performance pro's like Jabba fit it - no worries at all.

I was forced to DIY fit mine myself and although it was extremely fiddly, needing some specialised measuring tools, it runs like a dream.

If importing it yourself - remember to have it labelled as a BBQ smoker unit and have the declared price from Peloquin, ahem "optimised"...

HTH

Bas

Mossman · 03-05-2008, 15:25

STOP!!!

STOP!!!

Stop raving about diffs guys, my credit card is wavering!!!

oilburninnut · 03-05-2008, 15:36

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mossman

STOP!!!

STOP!!!

Stop raving about diffs guys, my credit card is wavering!!!

pimp out the wife,sell off the family silver,hell become a crack dealer if you have too,the diff is worth it

Basil · 03-05-2008, 15:40

Quote:

Originally Posted by oilburninnut

pimp out the wife,sell off the family silver,hell become a crack dealer if you have too,the diff is worth it

you have a way with words matey

I agree - it's that good.

postmanpat · 03-05-2008, 15:41

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mossman

STOP!!!

STOP!!!

Stop raving about diffs guys, my credit card is wavering!!!

**delcac** · 03-05-2008, 15:42

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mossman

STOP!!!

STOP!!!

Stop raving about diffs guys, my credit card is wavering!!!

These diffs are carp, HTH.

Basil · 03-05-2008, 15:52

absolute rubbish, I agree (if that makes you feel better)....

oilburninnut · 03-05-2008, 16:09

i actually agree,we bought them and feel so ripped off,the only way to feel better is to recomend them to fellow members so they get ripped off too

Basil · 03-05-2008, 16:36

Quote:

Originally Posted by oilburninnut

i actually agree,we bought them and feel so ripped off,the only way to feel better is to recomend them to fellow members so they get ripped off too

PMSL!!!!

skudmissile · 03-05-2008, 22:06

I have one

I agree its rubbish too, its too big to be a paper weight and too unstable to make a door stop.

Mine is however not fitted yet

but once its in my spare box and all bolted up I am sure it will be emense.

BTW does anyone understand these damn preload shimes

devonutopia · 03-05-2008, 22:14

Peloquin & Quaife are rubbish!

Spend the money on beer - much more worthwhile.

PS: Can I refit a standard box back in my car!?

02-05-2008, 07:51	#1
Fab vRS Briskodian Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 164 Thanks: 3 Thanked 7 Times in 6 Posts	Peloquin or Quaife diffs I want to fit a limited-slip differential (LSD) to my Fabia vRS pre-remap but which is better, Peloquin or Quaiffe? The Quaiffe is made in the UK and about £1200-1300 fitted whereas the Peloquin is US and hundreds of pounds cheaper. Is the Peloquin cheaper because it's inferior (rubbish?) or just because car related materials in the US are cheaper? I guess nobody has experience of both, but I'd really appreciate comments from anyone who has either. Thanks!!

02-05-2008, 08:14	#2
Basil Hardcore Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Bahrain Posts: 3,241 Thanks: 191 Thanked 194 Times in 151 Posts	Re: Peloquin of Quaiffe diffs my 2 p worth - the yanks seem to think their peloquin is built stronger (do a google to see reams of forum discussions). Also the peloquin includes the bolt set you need. You pay extra for Quaife I hear. On the plus side for Quaife - you get a warranty if fitted by a designated UK supplier. HTH Bas __________________ Fab vRS - Black Magic - PD160 intake - Forge FMIC - colour coded front grille -SLC Splitter - K&N Airfilter -SEAT Strutbrace - Jabba ARB - IC Waterspray (need to wire it in!) - 312mm TT brakes - Eibach Springs - Skoda Reversing sensors - Devonutopia Tuning (tm) Custom Exhaust (2 1/4" straight pipe) - Short shifter mod- 5 brake light mod - Helix Steel SMF + Organic Clutch + pressure plate - Peloquin LSD - TD stage 2 Hybrid - Washbrook remapped ECU - Uprated injectors - Cupra bushes -Poly-filled dogbone - Allard racepipe - Pirelli Dragons - Forge Rear Strutbrace - DIY SS upper boostpipe delete -Koni FSD's - elephant pipe CCV mod

02-05-2008, 13:48	#3
devonutopia Mongreller Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Exeter / Devon Posts: 30,059 Images: 5 Thanks: 76 Thanked 346 Times in 289 Posts	Re: Peloquin of Quaiffe diffs I love my Peloquin. For £600 and a few hours labour, it's spot on. Not harsh at all and just provides the grip where it's needed. I believe peloquin was made in the US as a more VAG specific application, but i cannot verify this. I also cannot compare Quaife as have never driven one with it, but I imagine it's the same "kettle of fish" at the end of the day. Both ATB diffs. __________________ Jason - Mongrel owner! WOOOOF! Grrrrr Custom Fabia Bonnet Lifter Kits - £45! Click Me. Cheesy bonnet lifter video to "raise me up" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hMnGECEi5Oc See the mongrel's 260bhp Dyno Video!

02-05-2008, 14:08	#4
bengie splash!!!! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: planet earth Posts: 15,208 Thanks: 17 Thanked 144 Times in 125 Posts	Re: Peloquin of Quaiffe diffs i'd say go for the cheapest myself as they are probably just as good as each other. __________________ owner of a skoda octavia 4xvrs3

02-05-2008, 14:10	#5
jabba_luke Site Sponsor Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 432 Thanks: 19 Thanked 19 Times in 19 Posts	Re: Peloquin of Quaiffe diffs peloquin __________________ 412bhp of Audi Quattro power SOLD; Red Fabia V/rs, 247 bhp 430lbft and still growing www.eurocar-club.co.uk come join

02-05-2008, 17:26	#6
novaneil Briskodian Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 180 Thanks: 0 Thanked 6 Times in 4 Posts	Re: Peloquin of Quaiffe diffs I've never owned a Peloquin but have had 2 Quaife ATB's and they have been awesome! Never heard of one Quaife going wrong before. But im yet to hear of any being fitted to a Fabia for some reason?

02-05-2008, 17:34	#7
Lummox Cupra Bush King Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Newport Pagnell Posts: 22,276 Images: 2 Thanks: 22 Thanked 734 Times in 616 Posts	Re: Peloquin of Quaiffe diffs I have just bought a Quaiffe for the Golf (its waiting for me at APS when I can get over there). Not sure on the 02M six speeder but my 02J has come with a fitting kit. Not sure if this includes diff bolts as yet. The std rivets will need to be driller out so the diff crown wheel can be swapped over fromt he std diff. Not to mention the rivets fail and destroy the box anyhow. __________________ Unit 18 Automotive Services www.unit18.co.uk

02-05-2008, 17:43	#8
EddyH Briskodian Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: West Yorkshire Posts: 4,899 Thanks: 40 Thanked 26 Times in 26 Posts	Re: Peloquin of Quaiffe diffs If you are paying someone else to fit it then get a quaife as if you get it from an approved fitter the lifetime warranty also covers the labour AFAIK. I know someone who had a peloquin which failed, it was covered under warranty for parts but the labour wasn't and as the diff had to be sent back to the US before a replacement was sent back it resulted in alot of expense and downtime. __________________ EddyH Audi A6 Avant 2.7 TDI Audi A3 2.0 TDI Sport

02-05-2008, 17:54	#9
GSPK Briskodian Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Stockport Posts: 38 Thanks: 3 Thanked 5 Times in 3 Posts	Re: Peloquin of Quaiffe diffs I've had the quaife diff fitted to mine & yes the bolt fitting kit does need to be purchased seperately. But I can't complain as its transformed the handling, twisty little B roads are an absolute joy now __________________ Its not a problem its a challenge. Fabia Vrs Remap (170Bhp/330ft-lbs) - PD160+Pipercross Panel Filter - Miltek Turbo Back Exhaust - Jabbasport RARB - 312mm Brakes - Helix SMF & Organic Clutch - Quaife ATB - LCR Splitter

03-05-2008, 09:12	#10
Verr_Err_Ess! Briskodian Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Peak District (UK) Posts: 431 Thanks: 0 Thanked 7 Times in 6 Posts	Re: Peloquin of Quaiffe diffs I've had a Peloquin for over a month now. Its like driving with all-wheel-drive I got it fitted by Jabba and if I had any issues (warranty), I know they'd sort it. They've got a good relationship with Gary (Peloquin) and these days, its probably as quick to get parts from the States as it is from Kent __________________ John. "Yeah....cars, bikes, boards....you name it....I like anything fast enough to do somethin' stupid in." 55 Silver Fabia v/RS; *Totally* standard.

03-05-2008, 11:02	#12
youngsyd is chilled out! Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Scunthorpe, Nth Lincs Posts: 2,163 Thanks: 71 Thanked 90 Times in 87 Posts	Re: Peloquin of Quaiffe diffs Tempted Jon? __________________ Blood runs through our veins, thats where all similarities end....

03-05-2008, 13:33	#13
spinndrift Briskodian Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Woking Posts: 6,640 Thanks: 1 Thanked 7 Times in 7 Posts	Re: Peloquin of Quaiffe diffs Quaiffe. Used them for rallying and there is back up and support in the uk if it goes tits up. __________________ Rev. Andy The Rallying Reverend www.miniroadrunnerrallying.co.uk Engine data aquisition is fun

03-05-2008, 13:36	#14
oilburninnut Briskodian Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 3,613 Thanks: 178 Thanked 134 Times in 126 Posts	Re: Peloquin of Quaiffe diffs jabba sell both the quaife and peloquin,the quaife is the more expensive,they recommended the peloquin,when a man recomends the cheaper of two products that they sell,and would proffit from the sale of both then i believe they sold me the better product,i won't go into detail on here,but Brian explained to me exactly why he rates the peloquin over the quaife,and as he would make more money on the quaife then i think he sold me the right product,and jabba fitting costs are WAY cheaper than anyone else,this mod has transformed my car,straight line or in the corners it is a 100% improvement on my car with just the coilovers and arb,and all the braces,it really is that good,everyone who has been in mine is blown away by how it handles,including big bhp imprezza owners on a recent track day,this is the mod that really gives a fabia proper handling,i have never driven a better handling car than my fabia __________________ Gary www.dogboxmedia.co.uk

03-05-2008, 14:06	#15
Basil Hardcore Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Bahrain Posts: 3,241 Thanks: 191 Thanked 194 Times in 151 Posts	Re: Peloquin of Quaiffe diffs Big plus if you have performance pro's like Jabba fit it - no worries at all. I was forced to DIY fit mine myself and although it was extremely fiddly, needing some specialised measuring tools, it runs like a dream. If importing it yourself - remember to have it labelled as a BBQ smoker unit and have the declared price from Peloquin, ahem "optimised"... HTH Bas __________________ Fab vRS - Black Magic - PD160 intake - Forge FMIC - colour coded front grille -SLC Splitter - K&N Airfilter -SEAT Strutbrace - Jabba ARB - IC Waterspray (need to wire it in!) - 312mm TT brakes - Eibach Springs - Skoda Reversing sensors - Devonutopia Tuning (tm) Custom Exhaust (2 1/4" straight pipe) - Short shifter mod- 5 brake light mod - Helix Steel SMF + Organic Clutch + pressure plate - Peloquin LSD - TD stage 2 Hybrid - Washbrook remapped ECU - Uprated injectors - Cupra bushes -Poly-filled dogbone - Allard racepipe - Pirelli Dragons - Forge Rear Strutbrace - DIY SS upper boostpipe delete -Koni FSD's - elephant pipe CCV mod

03-05-2008, 15:25	#16
Mossman Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Hull Posts: 496 Thanks: 54 Thanked 27 Times in 26 Posts	Re: Peloquin of Quaiffe diffs STOP!!! STOP!!! Stop raving about diffs guys, my credit card is wavering!!! __________________ Black Magic Fabia V/RS Xenons, Heated seats, Cruise, Cupra Front Splitter, new VRs badges, Koni FSDs, Eibachs, Jabba ARB, Jabba Remap, PD160 Intake and 312mm brakes + Detailed by Glyn O'Donnell Black Magic Fabia V/RS Xenons, Heated seats, Cruise, Ecutek Remap, PD160 Intake (Yes I have two! ) Photography Marketing T shirts flickr

03-05-2008, 15:52	#21
Basil Hardcore Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Bahrain Posts: 3,241 Thanks: 191 Thanked 194 Times in 151 Posts	Re: Peloquin of Quaiffe diffs absolute rubbish, I agree (if that makes you feel better).... __________________ Fab vRS - Black Magic - PD160 intake - Forge FMIC - colour coded front grille -SLC Splitter - K&N Airfilter -SEAT Strutbrace - Jabba ARB - IC Waterspray (need to wire it in!) - 312mm TT brakes - Eibach Springs - Skoda Reversing sensors - Devonutopia Tuning (tm) Custom Exhaust (2 1/4" straight pipe) - Short shifter mod- 5 brake light mod - Helix Steel SMF + Organic Clutch + pressure plate - Peloquin LSD - TD stage 2 Hybrid - Washbrook remapped ECU - Uprated injectors - Cupra bushes -Poly-filled dogbone - Allard racepipe - Pirelli Dragons - Forge Rear Strutbrace - DIY SS upper boostpipe delete -Koni FSD's - elephant pipe CCV mod

03-05-2008, 16:09	#22
oilburninnut Briskodian Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 3,613 Thanks: 178 Thanked 134 Times in 126 Posts	Re: Peloquin of Quaiffe diffs i actually agree,we bought them and feel so ripped off,the only way to feel better is to recomend them to fellow members so they get ripped off too __________________ Gary www.dogboxmedia.co.uk

03-05-2008, 22:06	#24
skudmissile Moving Stables Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 3,201 Thanks: 426 Thanked 183 Times in 165 Posts	Re: Peloquin of Quaiffe diffs I have one I agree its rubbish too, its too big to be a paper weight and too unstable to make a door stop. Mine is however not fitted yet but once its in my spare box and all bolted up I am sure it will be emense. BTW does anyone understand these damn preload shimes __________________ Bored of the volvo already

03-05-2008, 22:14	#25
devonutopia Mongreller Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Exeter / Devon Posts: 30,059 Images: 5 Thanks: 76 Thanked 346 Times in 289 Posts	Re: Peloquin of Quaiffe diffs Peloquin & Quaife are rubbish! Spend the money on beer - much more worthwhile. PS: Can I refit a standard box back in my car!? __________________ Jason - Mongrel owner! WOOOOF! Grrrrr Custom Fabia Bonnet Lifter Kits - £45! Click Me. Cheesy bonnet lifter video to "raise me up" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hMnGECEi5Oc See the mongrel's 260bhp Dyno Video!

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