What is the factory spec for the Factory rear final drive, 350Z (R200 open / R200V viscous LSD; 3.538 M/T, 3.357 A/T) on a Nissan 350Z (Z33, 2003-2009)?
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Verdict:Factory spec Confirmed confidence (3 of 3) · 4 sources
Factory specification: Nissan's manuals list two rear units, the open R200 and the R200V viscous LSD, with ratios of 3.538 (M/T) and 3.357 (A/T) in both the 2003 and 2007 editions.
| Part | Factory rear final drive, 350Z (R200 open / R200V viscous LSD; 3.538 M/T, 3.357 A/T) |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | Nissan 350Z (Z33, 2003-2009) |
| Years | 2003-2007 |
| Trim / condition | 2003 and 2007 manuals |
| Verdict | Factory spec Specification |
| Confidence | Confirmed 3 of 3 — Backed by a manufacturer document, or two or more independent sources agree on a specific checkable fact. |
| Last verified | 2026-10-26 (date the cited sources were last read) |
Details
Nissan's manuals list two rear units, the open R200 and the R200V viscous LSD, with ratios of 3.538 (M/T) and 3.357 (A/T) in both the 2003 and 2007 editions. The press kits say which trims got the LSD (e.g. Track, NISMO). Match ratio to transmission when swapping.
Specs
- units: R200 2-pinion (open) and R200V viscous LSD
- ratio mt: 3.538 (46/13)
- ratio at: 3.357 (47/14)
- oil: 1.4 L
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- 2007-2008 G35 sedan (V36) 6MT VLSD, 3.692 ratio, in an open-diff 350Z — Fits with extra parts or work Fits with mods
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Sources
- 2003 Nissan 350Z Service Manual, section RFD (rear final drive) — Nissan North America service manual (section PDF hosted by nicoclub.com) (mfr spec; read 2026-10-26; full page read)R200 and R200V; 3.538 M/T, 3.357 A/T.
- 2007 Nissan 350Z Service Manual, section RFD (rear final drive) — Nissan North America service manual (section PDF hosted by nicoclub.com) (mfr spec; read 2026-10-26; full page read)
- 2005 Nissan 350Z Coupe Press Kit — Nissan North America newsroom (mfr spec; read 2026-10-26; full page read)
- 2007 Nissan 350Z Coupe and Roadster Press Kit — Nissan North America newsroom (mfr spec; read 2026-10-26; full page read)
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