RE: torsens in factory racing quattros

[glen powell <gpowell@acacianet.com>]

>no dave, the new s4 has a static ratio of 54:46 r:f  it's still a torsen....

>the static ratio is obtained by the design on the invex gears, and the use of
>thrust washers on the side gears....

So, in this application it is not really a "torsen" in that it does not 'sense torque' and does
not vary it as a function of relative traction? It is really a "fixed torque distribution device" and
always sends a 54/46% split R/F?

Thanks,

-glen