{"title":"Prometeo Meccanica","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWelcome to the Prometeo Meccanica Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnlock exceptional performance with precision-engineered components from Prometeo Meccanica. Specializing in mechanical design, prototyping, and custom automotive parts, Prometeo Meccanica offers a range of high-quality solutions designed to enhance your vehicle’s performance, reliability, and overall driving experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose the Prometeo Meccanica Collection?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCustom Mechanical Components:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tailored solutions for your vehicle, including custom camshafts, lightweight flywheels, and drivetrain components designed for improved performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngine Optimization:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enhance engine power and efficiency with high-performance components designed to unlock your vehicle’s true potential.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision Engineering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crafted with the highest standards of quality and engineering, ensuring optimal performance and longevity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTailored Fitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prometeo Meccanica’s components are designed for seamless integration with your vehicle, providing a perfect fit and enhanced functionality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpgrade your vehicle with Prometeo Meccanica’s expertly crafted automotive components—shop the collection today for superior performance and reliability!\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"prometeo-lsd-alfa-4c-with-bearings-and-seals","title":"Prometeo LSD Alfa 4C with Bearings and Seals","description":"\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSKU: DA4CK\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePrometeo Limited Slip Differential for Alfa Romeo 4C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAlfa Romeo 4C is a high power sports car with a limited mass, so it's often not able to unload to the ground the big amount of engine torque.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis situation usually happens in turning entry or exit, where internal wheel is partially unloaded by current weight because of centrifugal load drive; so, one wheel is able to unload to the ground an amount of torque far smaller than the other one.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNote that an open (=standard) differential is characterised by the fact that it always divides the torque in two identical shares; so the maximum torque which can be unloaded to the ground is conditioned by the grip of the less loaded wheel.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePrometeo self-locking differential with helical gears (also called \"Limited Slip Differential\") allows to share in an asymmetric way the driving torque coming from the engine. This means that the wheel with more grip will get an extra torque respect to the other (more unloaded) wheel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePrometeo self-locking differential has been successfully tested on Alfa 4C driving on track with more than 300 HP and about 420 Nm torque.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAlfa 4C is a rear driving axle with mid-engine design, so a complete review of the working philosophy and locking rate, respect to front axle sports car LSD, was necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLocking rate\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eunder acceleration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis about\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e30%\u003c\/strong\u003e, and\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eunder deceleration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e40%\u003c\/strong\u003e. According to our simulations and tests, this is the better locking design, able to get high level performance in sports challenges without annoying effects during normal road drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAlfa 4C is normally equipped with an electronic device called Q2 (evolution of TTC system of front drive cars), which SIMULATES a self-locking differential. When a drive wheel loses grip, ECU gives an electric pulse to brake caliper of the slipping wheel; the negative torque added to the wheel allows to mislead the open differential, leading an identical torque amount to higher grip wheel.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eQ2 is a considerable and safe system, that permits a good control of the vehicle, but – we insist – it’s not a self-locking differential and it doesn’t guarantee the performances which only a well-made self-locking differential can give.\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePrometeo self-locking differential is compatible with Q2 and it does not affect its work.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you use to drive your car on track or you are annoyed by unpleasant slipping of wheels at every wild corner exit, a real self-locking differential is your solution.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow does a self-locking differential work?\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFirst of all, consider the open (=standard) differential in the rear axle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/6259\/3949\/files\/differenziale_4c_01_ENG_480x480.jpg?v=1698419221\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDifferential is a device able to share the torque coming from the gearbox in two exactly identical halves, irrespective of wheel speed difference on the same axle.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSo, as you can see in the image above (a car driving along a straight road), said 100 (arbitrary units) the torque coming to the differential, every wheel will receive a torque of 50.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"schedatesto\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere is another important factor to be taken into account: the grip of the tyres to the ground. Torque can be unloaded to the ground until grip limit of the wheel; this limit is proportional to the load amount acting on the wheel and to the grip factor, which is strictly dependent from soil condition, as well as tyres, obviuously.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhen the car drives a high speed turning, centrifugal force makes external wheel more loaded than internal one, that reduces its load and consequently its grip limit. According to the said feature of the differential, i.e. a torque equal-sharing mechanism, the same amount of torque will be on the other wheel, although it has increased its grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSo, if one of the wheels of rear drive goes over a zone of less grip (i.e. slippery asphalt), or it is low-loaded in driving a fast curve (internal wheel), the torque that this wheel can unload to the ground is reduced because it reaches its slipping limit. Due to the standard differential feature said before (mechanism sharing in equal parts the coming torque), the same (low) torque value will go to the other wheel, although it would have a good grip to the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/6259\/3949\/files\/differenziale_4c_02_ENG_480x480.jpg?v=1698419239\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAs you can see in the previous picture, representing a car in a right turning entry, load on internal wheel decreases and it can unload to the ground only an amount of torque of 20. As an open (standard) differential is on, external wheel can unload to the ground 20 only, too. So, whole traction of rear driveline does not go over the value of 40.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf we install\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePrometeo self-locking differential\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eremoving the standard one, traction is improved. Let’s see how and how much.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFirst of all, in condition of good and uniform grip, self-locking differential behaves as an open differential, as shown in the following picture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/6259\/3949\/files\/differenziale_4c_03_ENG_480x480.jpg?v=1698419256\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn a turning entry, the external wheel gets an extra torque to internal wheel. So, whole rear driveline torque unloaded to the ground is higher than the torque unloaded by an open differential.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFollowing picture is very explanatory of the way of working.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/6259\/3949\/files\/differenziale_4c_04_ENG_480x480.jpg?v=1698419271\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe rate of 40% under deceleration (30% under acceleration) is the best compromise found during simulations and tests made in different conditions. Don’t forget that an excessive locking rate would make the car too understeering in normal drive, with consequent troubles to the driver. On the other hand, a too small locking rate would have reduced self-locking differential advantages, making it substantially unuseful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt can fit to:\u003cbr\u003e-Alfa Romeo 4C (spider or coupé version)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe list above is only indicative; Prometeo is not responsible in the case the product does not fit some particular version of cars listed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKit on sale includes the polished differential and 2 SKF tapered roller bearings and seals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelf-locking differential PROMETEO for Alfa 4C replaces standard one inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSKU: DA4CK\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prometeo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39331991388317,"sku":"DA4CK","price":924.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/6259\/3949\/files\/DA4CK.png?v=1698419544"},{"product_id":"prometeo-lsd-abarth-punto-evo-c635-with-bearings-and-seals","title":"Prometeo LSD Abarth Punto Evo C635 with Bearings and Seals","description":"\u003cp\u003eSKU: DC635K\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrometeo Limited Slip Differential for Abarth Punto Evo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"main shop\" role=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tabs tabs-product\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab-pane active\" id=\"productDescription\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"main shop\" role=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tabs tabs-product\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab-pane active\" id=\"productDescription\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSports cars with front wheel drive may suffer low traction, due to the high torque unloading to tyres.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis situation usually happens in corner exit, where internal wheel is partially unloaded by current weight because of centrifugal load drive; so, one wheel is able to unload to the ground an amount of torque far smaller than the other one.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNote that an open (=standard) differential is characterised by the fact that it always divides the torque in two identical shares; so the maximum torque which can be unloaded to the ground is conditioned by the grip of the less loaded wheel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlenty of recent car are normally equipped with an electronic device called TTC, which SIMULATES a self-locking differential. When a drive wheel loses grip, ECU gives an electric pulse to brake caliper of the slipping wheel; the negative torque added to the wheel allows to mislead the open differential, leading an identical torque amount to higher grip wheel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTTC is a considerable and safe system, that permits a good control of the vehicle, but – we insist – it’s not a self-locking differential and it doesn’t guarantee the performances which only a well-made self-locking differential can give.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you use to drive your car on track days or you are annoyed by unpleasant slipping of internal wheel at every wild corner exit, a real self-locking differential is your solution.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrometeo self-locking differential with helical gears (also called \"Limited Slip Differential\"), right on 350 kgm (~3500 Nm) torque car, allows to share in an asymmetric way the driving torque coming from the engine. This means that the wheel with more grip will get an extra torque respect to the other (more unloaded) wheel. Locking rate of Prometeo differential in driving is about 35%. We prefered not to go over this rate because cars which self-locking can be fitted to still remain road cars.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelical gears differential works in a very progressive way and does not generate unpleasant effect in standard drive. Locking rate in engine-brake mode is limited to 25%, so not to affect the braking and the cornering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt’s very difficult to explain in words the effect achieved, but the sensation experienced when you open the throttle after the apex of a curve and don’t feel the front is going off on a tangent but is leading to the internal, is something unknown for a front drive open differential.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFurthermore, Prometeo differential working is compatible with TTC.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab-pane active\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab-pane active\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003eHow does a self-locking differential work?\u003cbr\u003eFirst of all, consider the open (=standard) differential in the front drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/6259\/3949\/files\/differential_abarth_500_explanation_1_480x480.jpg?v=1690298185\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/6259\/3949\/files\/differential_abarth_500_explanation_1_480x480.jpg?v=1690298185\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003eDifferential is a device able to share the torque coming from the gearbox in two exactly identical halves, irrespective of wheel speed difference on the same axle.\u003cbr\u003eSo, as you can see in the image, said 100 (arbitrary units) the torque coming to the differential, every wheel will receive a torque of 50.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"schedatesto\"\u003eThere is another important factor to be taken into account: the grip of the tyres to the ground. Torque can be unloaded to the ground until grip limit of the wheel; this limit is proportional to the load rate acting on the wheel and to the grip factor, which is strictly dependent from soil condition, as well as tyres, obviuously.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSo, if one of the wheels of front drive goes over a zone of less grip (i.e. slippery asphalt), or it is low-loaded in driving a fast curve (internal wheel), the torque that this wheel can unload to the ground is reduced because it reaches its slipping limit. Due to the standard differential feature said before (mechanism sharing in equal parts the coming torque), the same (low) torque value will go to the other wheel, although it would have a good grip to the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/6259\/3949\/files\/differential_abarth_500_explanation_2_480x480.jpg?v=1690298219\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/6259\/3949\/files\/differential_abarth_500_explanation_2_480x480.jpg?v=1690298219\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003eAs you can see in the previous picture, said 20 the slipping limit of front left wheel, right wheel cannot do nothing better than unload 20 to the ground. So whole traction of front driveline reduces to 40, significantly less than 100 of previous example.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf we install Prometeo self-locking differential removing the standard one, traction is improved. Let’s see how and how much.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFirst of all, in condition of good and uniform grip, self-locking differential behaves as an open differential, as shown in the following picture.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/6259\/3949\/files\/differential_abarth_500_explanation_3_480x480.jpg?v=1690298235\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/6259\/3949\/files\/differential_abarth_500_explanation_3_480x480.jpg?v=1690298235\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003eIf a wheel loses grip, self-locking differential drives an extra torque to the other wheel.\u003cbr\u003eSo, whole front driveline torque unloaded to the ground is higher than the torque unloaded by an open differential.\u003cbr\u003eFollowing picture is very explanatory of the way of working.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/6259\/3949\/files\/differential_abarth_500_explanation_4_480x480.jpg?v=1690298250\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/6259\/3949\/files\/differential_abarth_500_explanation_4_480x480.jpg?v=1690298250\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003eThe rate of 35% is the best compromise found during plenty of tests made in different conditions. Don’t forget that an excessive locking rate would make the car too understeering in normal drive, with consequent troubles to the driver. On the other hand, a too small locking rate would have reduced self-locking differential advantages, making it substantially unuseful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab-pane active\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prometeo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39519222562973,"sku":"DC635K","price":749.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/6259\/3949\/files\/DC635K.png?v=1690300237"},{"product_id":"prometeo-enlarged-oil-pan-sump-for-abarth-14-t-jet-multiair-engines","title":"Prometeo Enlarged Oil Pan \/ Sump for Abarth 1.4 T-Jet \/ Multiair Engines","description":"\u003cp\u003eSKU: OPRT\/OPRM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrometeo High Capacity Sump for Abarth 500 \/ 595 \/ 695\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"main shop\" role=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tabs tabs-product\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab-pane active\" id=\"productDescription\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003ePrometeo is pleased to offer to its own loyal customers the increased oil pan designed for Abarth cars (500, Grande Punto, Punto Evo) but compatible with every 1.4 turbo engine car model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003eThe oil pan allows a 2 litres (~0.53 US gal) extra capacity compared with standard one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003eThe product is configured as a kit including, in addition to the pan, the anti-shaking internal bulkhead, screws, accessories and an amazing anticorodal filling plug, with the indication to the service of an increased lubricant capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003eOne of the main problems of a sport motor is the heat. High temperature is the cause of many damages, as mechanical parts wear, micro-seizures provoking torque loss, abnormal fuel consumption, oil performance downgrade, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003eFor these reasons, on every engine lubricant amount is set by the manufacturer very carefully. Anyway, sometimes you may feel the need to have something more, because you mainly exploit car mechanics in some fanciful situation or in some particular duty condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003eIn medium or high performance motors, pan capacity changes from 3.5 l (~0.92 US gal) to 10-12 l (~2.64 \/ 3.17 US gal) typical of supercars. In particular cases of 500 Abarth and Punto Abarth, this value is border line. Abarth standard oil pan is conceived for stock power, so with higher power usage it could be underdimensioned. In these working conditions, a strong and sudden temperature increase would happen and oil, unable to be cooled down as in a normal duty cycle, would downgrade its characteristics very quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003eOn tuned cars, in race world, in supercars engines, oil amount is essential to solve high temperature problem. An increased capacity oil pan can dissipate an high quantity of heat and allows an efficient lubrication also in high radius turns driven at fast speed or in last time braking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003e500 Abarth, GPA, Punto Evo engines suffer high temperatures; so 2 extra litres guarantee:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003e1) Less premature oil property downgrade, allowing an higher travel between an oil change and the following one;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003e2) Better oil cooling, avoiding dangerous engine overheating;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003e3) Higher mechanical efficiency;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003e4) Chance to use a slightly higher level of viscosity; so, in case of heavy duty as in race, oil can put up with thermal stresses, has a better efficiency and leaks less from seals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003e5) Better oil cleaning, due to higher circulating amount\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003e6) Continuous oil draught, due to anti-shaking bulkhead\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003e7) Maximum heat exchange with outside, due to material selection and pan shape, with very sharp fins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab-pane active\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note these come in RED by default. If you want another colour it will be special ordered so please contact us.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prometeo","offers":[{"title":"T-Jet","offer_id":39519514230941,"sku":"OPRT","price":459.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Multiair","offer_id":39519514296477,"sku":"OPRM","price":459.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/6259\/3949\/files\/Coppa_olio_maggiorata_Abarth_500.jpg?v=1725440584"},{"product_id":"prometeo-engine-skid-pan-carbon-fibre-abarth-500-595-695","title":"Prometeo Engine Skid Pan Carbon Fibre Abarth 500 \/ 595 \/ 695","description":"\u003cp\u003eSKU: ES500C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"main shop\" role=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tabs tabs-product\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab-pane active\" id=\"productDescription\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003eFunctionality, strength, lightness, class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003eAll this is the Carbon skid plate for 500 Abarth, a jewel that can make unique the personalization of your vehicle .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003eAfter the success of Stainless steel Skid, designed for use on cars with the Increased Oil Pan, Prometeo is pleased to offer the carbon version, much more light (only ~2 lbs!) and with mechanical characteristics that only this material it can offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003eThe openings on the skid allow the necessary flow of air while driving, performing a good heat transfer and preventing the onset of dangerous overheated areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003eThe carbon skid for 500 Abarth is completed with Ergal screws for mounting to the underbody, giving the product an original and full of personality installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOT COMPATIBLE WITH AIRTEC INTERCOOLERS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prometeo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39523678584989,"sku":"ES500C","price":499.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/6259\/3949\/products\/Prometeo_carbon_skid_2_002.jpg?v=1617013931"},{"product_id":"prometeo-engine-skid-pan-stainless-steel-abarth-500-595-695","title":"Prometeo Engine Skid Pan Stainless Steel Abarth 500 \/ 595 \/ 695","description":"\u003cp\u003eSKU: ES500S\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"main shop\" role=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tabs tabs-product\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab-pane active\" id=\"productDescription\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003eIncreased oil pan installation on 500 Abarth defines new geometries on the underbody, not compliant with standard skid, moreover made of plastic material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003eSkid plate proposed by Prometeo is designed to fit in the best way to the new shape of car bottom. It's made of stainless steel AISI 304, so it combines excellent mechanical strength with complete absence of corrosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003eWindows on the skid allow a proper air flow during drive, with good heat exchange and avoiding dangerous overheating in some spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003eAttractive design and shiny surface finishing add a touch of class that cannot miss in a true and unique car tuning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOT COMPATIBLE WITH AIRTEC INTERCOOLERS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prometeo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39523685728413,"sku":"ES500S","price":144.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/6259\/3949\/products\/5462-sm-riparo_carbonio_abarth_01.png?v=1617014066"},{"product_id":"prometeo-lsd-abarth-500-595-695-c510-with-bearings-and-seals","title":"Prometeo LSD Abarth 500 \/ 595 \/ 695 C510 with Bearings and Seals","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSKU: DC510K\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrometeo Limited Slip Differential for Abarth 500 \/ 595 \u0026amp; 695\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFits manual and Selespeed MTA transmissions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"main\" class=\"main shop\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tabs tabs-product\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"productDescription\" class=\"tab-pane active\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003eAs every sports car with front wheel drive, Abarth 500 (or Abarth 595) may suffer low traction, due to the high torque unloading to tyres.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis situation usually happens in corner exit, where internal wheel is partially unloaded by current weight because of centrifugal load drive; so, one wheel is able to unload to the ground an amount of torque far smaller than the other one.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNote that a free differential is characterised by the fact that it always divides the torque in two identical shares; so the maximum torque which can be unloaded to the ground is conditioned by the grip of the less loaded wheel.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbarth 500-595 is normally equipped with an electronic device called TTC, which SIMULATES a self-locking differential. When a drive wheel loses grip, ECU gives an electric pulse to brake calliper of the slipping wheel; the negative torque added to the wheel allows to mislead the normal (\"open\") differential, leading an identical torque amount to higher grip wheel.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTTC is a considerable and safe system, that permits a good control of the vehicle, but – we insist – it’s not a self-locking differential and it doesn’t guarantee the performances which only a well-made self-locking differential can give.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you use to drive your Abarth 500 on track days or you are annoyed by unpleasant slipping of internal wheel at every wild corner exit, a real self-locking differential is your solution.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrometeo self-locking differential with helical gears (also called \"Limited Slip Differential\"), tested on cars with more than 30 kgm (~300 Nm) engine torque, allows to share in an asymmetric way the driving torque coming from the engine. This means that the wheel with more grip will get an extra torque respect to the other (more unloaded) wheel. Locking rate of Prometeo differential in driving is about 35%. We preferred not to go over this rate, because Abarth 500 or Abarth 595 is, and still remains, a road car.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHelical gears differential works in a very progressive way and does not generate unpleasant effect in standard drive. Locking rate in engine-brake mode is limited to 25%, so not to affect the braking and the cornering.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s very difficult to explain in words the effect achieved, but the sensation experienced when you open the throttle after the apex of a curve and don’t feel the front is going off on a tangent but is leading to the internal, is something unknown for a front drive standard differential.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFurthermore, Prometeo differential working is compatible with TTC.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHow does a self-locking differential work?\u003cbr\u003eFirst of all, consider the open (=standard) differential in the front drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/6259\/3949\/files\/differential_abarth_500_explanation_1_480x480.jpg?v=1690298185\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003eDifferential is a device able to share the torque coming from the gearbox in two exactly identical halves, irrespective of wheel speed difference on the same axle.\u003cbr\u003eSo, as you can see in the image, said 100 (arbitrary units) the torque coming to the differential, every wheel will receive a torque of 50.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"schedatesto\"\u003eThere is another important factor to be taken into account: the grip of the tyres to the ground. Torque can be unloaded to the ground until grip limit of the wheel; this limit is proportional to the load rate acting on the wheel and to the grip factor, which is strictly dependent from soil condition, as well as tyres, obviously.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSo, if one of the wheels of front drive goes over a zone of less grip (i.e. slippery asphalt), or it is low-loaded in driving a fast curve (internal wheel), the torque that this wheel can unload to the ground is reduced because it reaches its slipping limit. Due to the standard differential feature said before (mechanism sharing in equal parts the coming torque), the same (low) torque value will go to the other wheel, although it would have a good grip to the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/6259\/3949\/files\/differential_abarth_500_explanation_2_480x480.jpg?v=1690298219\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003eAs you can see in the previous picture, said 20 the slipping limit of front left wheel, right wheel cannot do nothing better than unload 20 to the ground. So whole traction of front driveline reduces to 40, significantly less than 100 of previous example.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf we install Prometeo self-locking differential removing the standard one, traction is improved. Let’s see how and how much.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFirst of all, in condition of good and uniform grip, self-locking differential behaves as an open differential, as shown in the following picture.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/6259\/3949\/files\/differential_abarth_500_explanation_3_480x480.jpg?v=1690298235\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003eIf a wheel loses grip, self-locking differential drives an extra torque to the other wheel.\u003cbr\u003eSo, whole front driveline torque unloaded to the ground is higher than the torque unloaded by an open differential.\u003cbr\u003eFollowing picture is very explanatory of the way of working.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/6259\/3949\/files\/differential_abarth_500_explanation_4_480x480.jpg?v=1690298250\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003eThe rate of 35% is the best compromise found during plenty of tests made in different conditions. Don’t forget that an excessive locking rate would make the car too understeering in normal drive, with consequent troubles to the driver. On the other hand, a too small locking rate would have reduced self-locking differential advantages, making it substantially un-useful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prometeo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39523685957789,"sku":"DC510K","price":729.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/6259\/3949\/files\/DC510K.png?v=1690298536"},{"product_id":"prometeo-engine-skid-pan-stainless-steel-abarth-punto","title":"Prometeo Engine Skid Pan Stainless Steel Abarth Punto","description":"\u003cp\u003eSKU: ESPUNS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"main\" class=\"main shop\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tabs tabs-product\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"productDescription\" class=\"tab-pane active\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003eIncreased oil pan installation on cars defines new geometries on the underbody, not compliant with standard skid, moreover made of plastic material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003eThe skid plate proposed by Prometeo can fit to two car models:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-Grande Punto Abarth;\u003cbr\u003e-Punto Evo Abarth.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003eSkid plate proposed by Prometeo is designed to fit in the best way to the new shape of car bottom. It's made of stainless steel AISI 304, so it combines excellent mechanical strength with complete absence of corrosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003eWindows on the skid allow a proper air flow during drive, with good heat exchange and avoiding dangerous overheating in some spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003eAttractive design and shiny surface finishing add a touch of class that cannot miss in a true and unique car tuning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"Prometeo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42656102678685,"sku":"ESPUNS","price":164.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/6259\/3949\/products\/banner_skid_plate_punto_abarth.jpg?v=1659019685"},{"product_id":"prometeo-lsd-abarth-grande-punto-m32-gearbox","title":"Prometeo LSD Abarth Grande Punto M32 Gearbox","description":"\u003cp\u003eSKU: DM32\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrometeo Limited Slip Differential for Abarth Grande Punto\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"main shop\" role=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tabs tabs-product\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab-pane active\" id=\"productDescription\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSports cars with front wheel drive may suffer low traction, due to the high torque unloading to tyres.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis situation usually happens in corner exit, where internal wheel is partially unloaded by current weight because of centrifugal load drive; so, one wheel is able to unload to the ground an amount of torque far smaller than the other one.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNote that an open (=standard) differential is characterised by the fact that it always divides the torque in two identical shares; so the maximum torque which can be unloaded to the ground is conditioned by the grip of the less loaded wheel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlenty of recent car are normally equipped with an electronic device called TTC, which SIMULATES a self-locking differential. When a drive wheel loses grip, ECU gives an electric pulse to brake caliper of the slipping wheel; the negative torque added to the wheel allows to mislead the open differential, leading an identical torque amount to higher grip wheel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTTC is a considerable and safe system, that permits a good control of the vehicle, but – we insist – it’s not a self-locking differential and it doesn’t guarantee the performances which only a well-made self-locking differential can give.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you use to drive your car on track days or you are annoyed by unpleasant slipping of internal wheel at every wild corner exit, a real self-locking differential is your solution.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePrometeo self-locking differential with helical gears (also called \"Limited Slip Differential\"), right on 320 kgm (~3200 Nm) torque car, allows to share in an asymmetric way the driving torque coming from the engine. This means that the wheel with more grip will get an extra torque respect to the other (more unloaded) wheel. Locking rate of Prometeo differential in driving is about 35%. We prefered not to go over this rate because cars which self-locking can be fitted to still remain road cars.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHelical gears differential works in a very progressive way and does not generate unpleasant effect in standard drive. Locking rate in engine-brake mode is limited to 25%, so not to affect the braking and the cornering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt’s very difficult to explain in words the effect achieved, but the sensation experienced when you open the throttle after the apex of a curve and don’t feel the front is going off on a tangent but is leading to the internal, is something unknown for a front drive open differential.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHow does a self-locking differential work?\u003cbr\u003eFirst of all, consider the open (=standard) differential in the front drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/6259\/3949\/files\/differential_abarth_500_explanation_1_480x480.jpg?v=1690298185\" alt=\"\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/6259\/3949\/files\/differential_abarth_500_explanation_1_480x480.jpg?v=1690298185\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003eDifferential is a device able to share the torque coming from the gearbox in two exactly identical halves, irrespective of wheel speed difference on the same axle.\u003cbr\u003eSo, as you can see in the image, said 100 (arbitrary units) the torque coming to the differential, every wheel will receive a torque of 50.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"schedatesto\"\u003eThere is another important factor to be taken into account: the grip of the tyres to the ground. Torque can be unloaded to the ground until grip limit of the wheel; this limit is proportional to the load rate acting on the wheel and to the grip factor, which is strictly dependent from soil condition, as well as tyres, obviuously.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSo, if one of the wheels of front drive goes over a zone of less grip (i.e. slippery asphalt), or it is low-loaded in driving a fast curve (internal wheel), the torque that this wheel can unload to the ground is reduced because it reaches its slipping limit. Due to the standard differential feature said before (mechanism sharing in equal parts the coming torque), the same (low) torque value will go to the other wheel, although it would have a good grip to the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/6259\/3949\/files\/differential_abarth_500_explanation_2_480x480.jpg?v=1690298219\" alt=\"\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/6259\/3949\/files\/differential_abarth_500_explanation_2_480x480.jpg?v=1690298219\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003eAs you can see in the previous picture, said 20 the slipping limit of front left wheel, right wheel cannot do nothing better than unload 20 to the ground. So whole traction of front driveline reduces to 40, significantly less than 100 of previous example.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf we install Prometeo self-locking differential removing the standard one, traction is improved. Let’s see how and how much.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFirst of all, in condition of good and uniform grip, self-locking differential behaves as an open differential, as shown in the following picture.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/6259\/3949\/files\/differential_abarth_500_explanation_3_480x480.jpg?v=1690298235\" alt=\"\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/6259\/3949\/files\/differential_abarth_500_explanation_3_480x480.jpg?v=1690298235\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003eIf a wheel loses grip, self-locking differential drives an extra torque to the other wheel.\u003cbr\u003eSo, whole front driveline torque unloaded to the ground is higher than the torque unloaded by an open differential.\u003cbr\u003eFollowing picture is very explanatory of the way of working.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/6259\/3949\/files\/differential_abarth_500_explanation_4_480x480.jpg?v=1690298250\" alt=\"\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/6259\/3949\/files\/differential_abarth_500_explanation_4_480x480.jpg?v=1690298250\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003eThe rate of 35% is the best compromise found during plenty of tests made in different conditions. Don’t forget that an excessive locking rate would make the car too understeering in normal drive, with consequent troubles to the driver. 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Use, for instance, original Fiat sealing mastic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDrain plugs M14x1.5 have to be tightened with a contained torque of max\u003cbr\u003e10-12 Nm in order to prevent damages to seal ring and threads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIMPORTANT: Prometeo Oil Pan assembling must be done by a professional mechanic skilled in engine tuning. As indication, M6 screws should be tighted at a torque of 10 Nm (7.4 ft lb).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schedatesto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIMPORTANT: Prometeo oil pan allows an extra oil capacity of 2 liters (0.53\u003cbr\u003eUS gal) respect to standard one. 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This special collaboration with TMC Motorsport represents five years of passion, dedication, and excellence in the Abarth community. Finished in our signature silvery-blue coating, this Limited Edition Oil Pan embodies the perfect fusion of Italian craftsmanship and motorsport heritage. Each pan is not merely a performance component, but a commemorative piece of automotive art that celebrates half a decade of Abarth Tuning's commitment to the Scorpion brand. 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Prometeo Oil Pan entirely replaces standard oil pan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eWith fixing dimensions substantially identical to standard pan, the assembly is similar to the original one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-1.5 pl-7\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eIt's mandatory to remove old sealant from engine block flange and restore sealing with a good quality mastic. Use, for instance, original Fiat sealing mastic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eDrain plugs M14x1.5 have to be tightened with a contained torque of max 10-12 Nm in order to prevent damages to seal ring and threads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5\"\u003ePerformance Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prometeo oil pan allows an extra oil capacity of 2 liters (0.53 US gal) respect to standard one. 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