Track Day Final: 2016-2018 Ford Focus RS Differential Cooler Kit by Mishimoto
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In 2016, Ford made a splash by finally releasing their hottest hatchback here in the US. Equipped with a state-of-the-art AWD system coupled to the heavy-hitting 2.3L EcoBoost, the MK.III Focus RS was every enthusiast’s dream. However, those dreams quickly turned to nightmares when owners learned about the RS’s overprotective programming for the rear differential unit.
After hundreds of hours under the car, and three trips to the track, the engineers at Mishimoto found a solution to keep the power pushing through all four wheels of your 2016-2018 Focus RS. Follow us through our last two trips to Raceway Park in our latest video installment for this project. For more specifics on how the kit works, make sure you visit our Engineering Blog and read our complete overview of the technical details!
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Damn you guys bring out the coolest stuff!
I too would love to see an update regarding this, I think if there was more info on a rough price and what the results were then the RS groups would back the project.
@mishimoto
6 жыл бұрын
Hey Danny Reilly. Thanks for your feedback. Unfortunately, this project has currently been put on hold. If we decide to re-vist the project, I'd be happy to keep you in the loop. All I would need is your email address.
@nomac5
2 жыл бұрын
@@mishimoto would still buy this setup even in its r&d form would love a parts breakdown so I can build it. I hate the awd failure in this car i regularly track my RS since new in 2017
cant wait for these to be avaliable i drive my rs hard and would love to keep it out of thermal protection mode and all ive seen avaliable is chincy bent metal air ducts
PLEASE make this available!!!
@mishimoto
6 жыл бұрын
Hey Thom. Unfortunately, we were unable to receive sufficient demand for this product and are placing the project on hold for the time being.
@ThomMurphy
6 жыл бұрын
Mishimoto Automotive What will it take to get this off the ground again? I know there was some confusion last time about the deadline. Also, I think the price point might have been a hurdle for some buyers. Now that you offer financing, perhaps, that might allow access to more customers.
@mishimoto
6 жыл бұрын
Hey Thom. I've messaged our R&D department in regards to your question. They are currently looking into it as your not the only one showing recent interest in the diff cooler system. I'll follow up soon as I have additional information for you.
@ThomMurphy
6 жыл бұрын
Mishimoto Automotive Fantastic!!! Thank you!
@tracktimevideos5164
6 жыл бұрын
Mishimoto Automotive Lots of people on The RS owners clubs want them
Sad to see these never saw the light of day 😪
does this require reprogramming the ECU? I was under the assumption that the RDU temperature was calculated via the ECU and does not have its own temperature sensor.
@mishimoto
6 жыл бұрын
Hey pr0jectSkyneT . No need for reprogramming with this product. However, you are correct. the RDU temp is inferred by the ECU using the PTU's temp sensor, and calculating with throttle position and rear wheel slippage
@philanthropist5005
5 жыл бұрын
@@mishimoto so how does the cooler keep the rdu from not shutting down? obviously the cooler keeps the fluid cooler and is of great overall benefit but without reprogramming the ecu and rdu computer i cant see how it still wouldnt turn off. also very interested in this kit or a similar aftermarket cooler but theres no way im paying 2000 or whatever you guys had originally priced it out for. especially with no software remap. couple fittings and small oil coolers and brackets arent worth that much
I need to do this mod now to bad you dont sell it
any update on this? is the projet back?
@mishimoto
4 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately there has been no recent development on the diff cooler for the RS
The link for the product no longer works. Is there anywhere I can get this differential cooling kit?
@mishimoto
6 жыл бұрын
Hello Jacob. Unfortunately, this project has been put on hold for the time being. I'd be happy to let the R&D team know that this is something you would like to see in the marketplace. If you are aware of anyone else interested in this product, please get them in touch with us.
@itsChepp
6 жыл бұрын
Airtec makes one bro.
@earpig
5 жыл бұрын
Need one too. Just had my first track day and this was a major problem on my second session and I came in early on the third. I guess I’ll check elsewhere...
@michaelb9757
5 жыл бұрын
I’m interested in the differential cooler as well sir.
How can we fix the overheating, power steering rack?!
@mishimoto
5 жыл бұрын
You may want to look into an additional cooler to add to the power steering system.
Is this an option at all still? Any chance it would come back on sale?
@mishimoto
10 ай бұрын
Not at this time. Sorry!
Hello, I'm French. Do you plan to market this kit? I'm really interested. Otherwise I'd have to sell the car. It's a shame you can't do more than 10 minutes of circuiting with this car.
@mishimoto
3 жыл бұрын
We have decided to not proceed with this item at this time. Sorry!
This would be a kick ass upgrade if it wasnt 2500 bucks. Thats about as much as a big turbo.
@earpig
5 жыл бұрын
Herp Derp wait whaaaa??
it didn't fail it just went into protection mode.
@mishimoto
4 жыл бұрын
That is correct the ECU puts it into thermal protection mode to allow for the diff to cool down.
when will this kit be for sale for the public as i have already spent 60k take my money i want all the power this car can give!!
@mishimoto
6 жыл бұрын
Hey Matthew. Unfortunately, this project has been put on hold for the time being due to lack of general interest. I'd be happy to let the R&D team know that this is something you would like to see in the marketplace. If you are aware of anyone else interested in this product, please get them in touch with us.
@tracktimevideos5164
6 жыл бұрын
Mishimoto Automotive I'd want one if not too expensive
Its funny how the car has the camera behind the left front wheel one minute then its gone.. then it's back?? I wonder how many laps the car really did with/without the kit?
@mishimoto
6 жыл бұрын
Hello Nige. Our test vehicle made it 23 laps prior to the brakes giving out. Check timestamp 3:04. Sorry if the video comes off a bit misleading due to camera location changes.
@nomac5
6 жыл бұрын
Mishimoto Automotive did u guys every try hand brake turna and clutch dumps drifiting. Ive founs that causes thr issue... Maybe overheating as well just much faster. I see your now going to sell these now. Guess i have to buy the parts and make my own.
Will this help the head gasket failure lol
@pr0jectSkyneT
6 жыл бұрын
You talk as if the Type R got no issues with transmission having gear grind and 5th/6th gear lockout and engine overheating issues.
@SIRICKO
6 жыл бұрын
pr0jectSkyneT that’s a easy clear fix nothing like a head gasket lol plus that lil problem, is only with a few that head gasket is damn near every Ed.
@pr0jectSkyneT
6 жыл бұрын
The overheating issue is not a big deal but transmission is not an easy fix mate. Honda has acknowledged the issue but has yet to have a fix. The Ford head gasket is not every Ed. It's affected 2016 and early 2017 models.
@TheDealer6373
6 жыл бұрын
SI RICKO why not just get the focus gasket put in for free. Should you half to, no that part sucks but you ask for a fix and I answered. You could also buy a car with the correct gasket. You just need to pop the hood and look at it.
@herpderp1662
6 жыл бұрын
SI RICKO no, but a headgasket will.
Dont forget to develop cooling mods for us Type R owners. 👍
@60viking
4 жыл бұрын
The rice would likely clog the cooler. ;)
Guys. Please. Sell this 😢 I’ve built a race car that sets the fastest lap of the day which also can’t finish a session 🤦♂️ Lots of other people having the same problem.