Best ECU to suit my goals.
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Best ECU to suit my goals.
I've been seeing alot of newbie questions on the forum recently so i decided to throw another one at you guys
I'm getting my FD in a year or so (trying to get as much info as possible) and have decided to modify it with the Rotary Extreme V-mount setup with the cold air intake, DP, Cat-back, and boost controller. Later down the road I will throw on a Mid-pipe, larger oil cooler(or duel), and HKS twin power ignition but, that is pretty much where i want to draw the line with engine modifications. I will also perform all reliability mods. Reliability is my only concern because it will be my daily driver.
So my question: What kind of ECU will be best to suit my needs for a daily driver? Pettit Racing is close to where i live so i was thinking with going to them for their retuned computer chip. The 14psi boost limit seems good to me and doesn't it eliminate fuel cut? Then there is the Apex-I PFC; it seems to complicated for the unexperienced and there are no tuners in the panhandle of Florida to my knowledge. The Apex-I unit is attractive because i can tune it to my exact specifications.
Thanks and sorry for my ignorance with tuning
I'm getting my FD in a year or so (trying to get as much info as possible) and have decided to modify it with the Rotary Extreme V-mount setup with the cold air intake, DP, Cat-back, and boost controller. Later down the road I will throw on a Mid-pipe, larger oil cooler(or duel), and HKS twin power ignition but, that is pretty much where i want to draw the line with engine modifications. I will also perform all reliability mods. Reliability is my only concern because it will be my daily driver.
So my question: What kind of ECU will be best to suit my needs for a daily driver? Pettit Racing is close to where i live so i was thinking with going to them for their retuned computer chip. The 14psi boost limit seems good to me and doesn't it eliminate fuel cut? Then there is the Apex-I PFC; it seems to complicated for the unexperienced and there are no tuners in the panhandle of Florida to my knowledge. The Apex-I unit is attractive because i can tune it to my exact specifications.
Thanks and sorry for my ignorance with tuning
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Re: Best ECU to suit my goals.
Originally posted by apex_sideway
Pettit Racing is close to where i live so i was thinking with going to them for their retuned computer chip.
Pettit Racing is close to where i live so i was thinking with going to them for their retuned computer chip.
I recently spoke to Pettit over the phone. They no longer support their rechipped ecu's.
A year is a pretty long time. I wouldn't plan out everything so exactly, but that's just me
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I hear you buddy. My Power Fc is on the way and I am trying locate anyone in FL with any experience that can help me tune my car to its max. My mods will be HKS SSQV, Intake, exhaust, dp, mp, catback and boost controller as well. Good luck, let me know if you find anyone.
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That's too bad about the Pettit ECU's. Are they already out of production? They seemed like the simple alternative . . . .
Edit: I just want to start off with my FD the right way; i've noticed alot of misinformed people blowing them up and scratching their heads and asking "why?" So i think a year of research will get the perfect setup.
I'm sure you'll find a tuner before me racer. I don't even have a FD yet
Edit: I just want to start off with my FD the right way; i've noticed alot of misinformed people blowing them up and scratching their heads and asking "why?" So i think a year of research will get the perfect setup.
I'm sure you'll find a tuner before me racer. I don't even have a FD yet
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Thanks kyle, heard it a hundred times and i have a honda i'm thinking about keeping around but it will be hard since i'm joining the military (moving two cars around all the time? No thanks) but uh could you stick to my question please? Thanks buddy.
Steve Kan? Is he on this forum and does he come to the panhandle or any shop within 300 miles of Pensacola?
Steve Kan? Is he on this forum and does he come to the panhandle or any shop within 300 miles of Pensacola?
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Please wait until you actually own the car before posting questions like this. Seriously. It's a waste of bandwidth otherwise.
Even after you buy your car, it's best to just do basic maintenance and the few necessary reliability mods. Drive the car stock for a while (assuming you can find a stock one to buy) and learn how it drives. You will then appreciate the effect of modifications that much more.
BTW, my vote is for the PFC. Take a road trip over to Gotham Racing and have them tune it for you.
Even after you buy your car, it's best to just do basic maintenance and the few necessary reliability mods. Drive the car stock for a while (assuming you can find a stock one to buy) and learn how it drives. You will then appreciate the effect of modifications that much more.
BTW, my vote is for the PFC. Take a road trip over to Gotham Racing and have them tune it for you.
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Waste of bandwith eh? I thought it was a valid question (Unlike the "what's the best sounding BOV on my stock seven" posts.). Also, i have researced all the reliablity mods extensively and (as stated above) i plan to perform them.
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Originally posted by rynberg
Please wait until you actually own the car before posting questions like this. Seriously. It's a waste of bandwidth otherwise.
Please wait until you actually own the car before posting questions like this. Seriously. It's a waste of bandwidth otherwise.
I have to disagree with that statement. I've been on the board now for 3 years? I still dont have my FD(picking it up soon though). If it wasnt for posting theres alot I wouldn't know. At least now I can have intelligent conversations with other rotary owners.
As for the question on topic: I my vote go toward the PFC.
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Originally posted by apex_sideway
Waste of bandwith eh? I thought it was a valid question (Unlike the "what's the best sounding BOV on my stock seven" posts.).
Waste of bandwith eh? I thought it was a valid question (Unlike the "what's the best sounding BOV on my stock seven" posts.).
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I have to disagree with that statement. I've been on the board now for 3 years? I still dont have my FD(picking it up soon though). If it wasnt for posting theres alot I wouldn't know.
I have to disagree with that statement. I've been on the board now for 3 years? I still dont have my FD(picking it up soon though). If it wasnt for posting theres alot I wouldn't know.
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Re: Best ECU to suit my goals.
PowerFC.
Originally posted by apex_sideway
I've been seeing alot of newbie questions on the forum recently so i decided to throw another one at you guys
I'm getting my FD in a year or so (trying to get as much info as possible) and have decided to modify it with the Rotary Extreme V-mount setup with the cold air intake, DP, Cat-back, and boost controller. Later down the road I will throw on a Mid-pipe, larger oil cooler(or duel), and HKS twin power ignition but, that is pretty much where i want to draw the line with engine modifications. I will also perform all reliability mods. Reliability is my only concern because it will be my daily driver.
So my question: What kind of ECU will be best to suit my needs for a daily driver? Pettit Racing is close to where i live so i was thinking with going to them for their retuned computer chip. The 14psi boost limit seems good to me and doesn't it eliminate fuel cut? Then there is the Apex-I PFC; it seems to complicated for the unexperienced and there are no tuners in the panhandle of Florida to my knowledge. The Apex-I unit is attractive because i can tune it to my exact specifications.
Thanks and sorry for my ignorance with tuning
I've been seeing alot of newbie questions on the forum recently so i decided to throw another one at you guys
I'm getting my FD in a year or so (trying to get as much info as possible) and have decided to modify it with the Rotary Extreme V-mount setup with the cold air intake, DP, Cat-back, and boost controller. Later down the road I will throw on a Mid-pipe, larger oil cooler(or duel), and HKS twin power ignition but, that is pretty much where i want to draw the line with engine modifications. I will also perform all reliability mods. Reliability is my only concern because it will be my daily driver.
So my question: What kind of ECU will be best to suit my needs for a daily driver? Pettit Racing is close to where i live so i was thinking with going to them for their retuned computer chip. The 14psi boost limit seems good to me and doesn't it eliminate fuel cut? Then there is the Apex-I PFC; it seems to complicated for the unexperienced and there are no tuners in the panhandle of Florida to my knowledge. The Apex-I unit is attractive because i can tune it to my exact specifications.
Thanks and sorry for my ignorance with tuning
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True, but then again, I did answer your question. If you saw how many morons have clogged up this forum daydreaming about stuff they'll never do, you would feel the same way I do. (not putting you into that category)
Edit: I do daydream alot about the car alot. . . since i was 12 I've never actually driven the car but i have been passanger in one; from what i experienced it has more than enough power for me.
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I just came from Dynamic Turbo, a performance shop here in Miami, and I talked to a fellow fd owner from up north, even told him abot the forum (he actually didn't know, wow) and he showed me his before power fc-tuned and after power fc-tuned dyno charts, tuned by the head guy at dynamic turbo, on stock turbos and a ported engine plus alot of bolt ons the guy made about 357whp. Thats impressive enough for me. He claims thats his ONLY transportation, rock on my friend.
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the extra resolution and flexibility make the haltech e6k a better alternative then the power fc. that said though, it seems like there are alot more pfc (for rotary) users/tuners in america then there is in australia.
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check out the regional forums and find a good rotary specialist in your area. once you locate a good shop, you can rest a little easier that you will always have someone to fix the **** you can't possibly do with your amount of experience.
chances are the FD you buy will already have some mods. but keep reading and you'll be surprised at how much knowledge you can gain about parts. however, as rynberg said, nothing compares to what you'll learn once you own one.
hens - powerfc is a bit more popular here b/c they are easier to install and tune. you aussies seem to have quite a bit more talent over there in terms of tuning resources and maybe engine building - thinking of all those outrageous turbo setups I've seen from pics.
chances are the FD you buy will already have some mods. but keep reading and you'll be surprised at how much knowledge you can gain about parts. however, as rynberg said, nothing compares to what you'll learn once you own one.
hens - powerfc is a bit more popular here b/c they are easier to install and tune. you aussies seem to have quite a bit more talent over there in terms of tuning resources and maybe engine building - thinking of all those outrageous turbo setups I've seen from pics.
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hahaha, maybe alberto, ill take that as a compliment for all the aussies .
also, if he is drawing the line at those mods only, then the pfc is fine i guess.
or you can go all out and shell out for a motec
also, if he is drawing the line at those mods only, then the pfc is fine i guess.
or you can go all out and shell out for a motec
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