Originally posted by Ostrich
An open diff that is welded is still an OPEN DIFF that is welded 
yes
but WELDING an open diff, I'd consider that you're changing the physical properties and the mechanical workings of the diff enough that it's no longer considered an OPEN DIFF
as in it no longer reacts in any way, shape, or form like an open diff so it should no longer be considered an OPEN DIFF but rather a welded?
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EDIT: an anyone w/ a 2-way clutch type =
