Mapped ECU opinions
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Mapped ECU opinions
I posted this in the ECU section and got no response so......
I am looking into purchasing a remapped/chipped ECU and have some questions. I am looking for a SAFE way to gain SOME performance. I am NOT intending to go for maximum hp/run more than 10psi boost.
I know that the fuel cut and rev limiters will be eliminated, and the fuel trims changed with the ECU. My sig has my current mods.
What are your opinions? Would you pay over $250???
Mike
I am looking into purchasing a remapped/chipped ECU and have some questions. I am looking for a SAFE way to gain SOME performance. I am NOT intending to go for maximum hp/run more than 10psi boost.
I know that the fuel cut and rev limiters will be eliminated, and the fuel trims changed with the ECU. My sig has my current mods.
What are your opinions? Would you pay over $250???
Mike
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well you are are not going to find a new one for less the $250!! G-force was a good one but they are gone now. I think they were $400 for the chip plus shipping the ecu both ways to install it. I think MD race is the only company left for new ones. I think they are $400 as well. if you look around you could probably find a used ecu that has aready been chiped already for less, there were a few knight sport ones floating around a couple weeks ago on the partstrader for around $350 or so.
I'd much rather have a chiped ecu then an hks f-con.
but I'm waiting till I get my haltech
I'd much rather have a chiped ecu then an hks f-con.
but I'm waiting till I get my haltech
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I'm thinking about doing an ECU upgrade as well, or AFC.
Here are some that provide ECU upgrades for TII's:
www.mdrace.com
www.uprd.com I think these are the guys that acquired G-Force...something I read somewhere, not sure though.
www.japtrix.com Their site looks like they do FC mods and indicates G-Force ECU upgrades but I haven't received e-mail reply from them. I know they exist because I've seen their cars at the track.
www.jetchip.com
Let us know what you decided on and how well it works...
Here are some that provide ECU upgrades for TII's:
www.mdrace.com
www.uprd.com I think these are the guys that acquired G-Force...something I read somewhere, not sure though.
www.japtrix.com Their site looks like they do FC mods and indicates G-Force ECU upgrades but I haven't received e-mail reply from them. I know they exist because I've seen their cars at the track.
www.jetchip.com
Let us know what you decided on and how well it works...
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This setup was used on my old t2. (now in the hands of an old friend).
Okay...for off the shelf, use Superchips. The package includes the bled valve for boost adjustment and the installed chip. Mind you that this was back in '89. It was the very first chip I had used. They had claimed HP up to 255HP and increase in torque. It was spot on, with all upgrades on a stock block and turbo. I do have the dyno results to back it.
Ran constant 13.9's @ Sears Point back in '94, temp @ 74F.
All Mods as follows;
RB
-Full turbo back
-Ultra Steet ignition wires (upgraded to Nology same results)
-Dual pully
-Oil cooler lines
-Clutch line
-break lines
-Light steel flywheel
-Street/Strip clutch
-full suspension....sways, links, ALL bushings, springs, perches, tokiko shocks (exactly the same setup a RB promotional T2)
-rear steer eliminator bushings
Mazdatrix
-strutbar w/torque brace
C's short shift kit (only one avail at that time)
ITG intake (replaces stock airbox)...yes, old school
Okay...for off the shelf, use Superchips. The package includes the bled valve for boost adjustment and the installed chip. Mind you that this was back in '89. It was the very first chip I had used. They had claimed HP up to 255HP and increase in torque. It was spot on, with all upgrades on a stock block and turbo. I do have the dyno results to back it.
Ran constant 13.9's @ Sears Point back in '94, temp @ 74F.
All Mods as follows;
RB
-Full turbo back
-Ultra Steet ignition wires (upgraded to Nology same results)
-Dual pully
-Oil cooler lines
-Clutch line
-break lines
-Light steel flywheel
-Street/Strip clutch
-full suspension....sways, links, ALL bushings, springs, perches, tokiko shocks (exactly the same setup a RB promotional T2)
-rear steer eliminator bushings
Mazdatrix
-strutbar w/torque brace
C's short shift kit (only one avail at that time)
ITG intake (replaces stock airbox)...yes, old school
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Your PC should direct link with the ecu. USB I beleive. Just download the correct drivers and you should be set. www.downloads.com has the drivers you need.
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Originally posted by Scott 89t2
??? WTF are you talking about
??? WTF are you talking about
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Why do you want a remapped chip?
Just bargain hunter, checking info on a "deal".
Mike.
Saturn is where I work, Is that anywhere near Zylon???
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Originally posted by Scott 89t2
sweet, who imports these? and is the shipping less then the cost of a haltech?
sweet, who imports these? and is the shipping less then the cost of a haltech?
Originally posted by 89turbo2dutch
Saturn is where I work, Is that anywhere near Zylon???
Saturn is where I work, Is that anywhere near Zylon???
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What a bargain!!
What currency do they use on Planet Zylon?? Do you have the exchange rate??
Is this getting old yet??
Mike
Is this getting old yet??
Mike
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Hmm, I'll have to consult my secret decoder ring. It tells me eveything. I will post a link to the Zylon ECU as soon as i find the link. The ECU is good for 100 hp added to stock. And you even get fusion warp drive included with the deal. Your RX7 will haul some serious *** on this baby.
Will post the link soon!
Will post the link soon!
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Re: What a bargain!!
Originally posted by 89turbo2dutch
What currency do they use on Planet Zylon?? Do you have the exchange rate??
Is this getting old yet??
Mike
What currency do they use on Planet Zylon?? Do you have the exchange rate??
Is this getting old yet??
Mike
http://www.corporate-treasurers.co.u...Man6-2test.pdf
The barter system is also thriving on Zylon, and good deals can be found when dealing with the Kogalon Star Pirates based in the nearby Celos IV system. They will quote prices in Zylons, but they will take just about anything in trade. Here is a great deal that I found on some anti-matter:
http://www.vlewis.net/page2.html
This will never get old! I'm in-between jobs, and I need to get my post count up so that I can qualify for a 13G engine.
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Container options??
I've got some illudium 238 explosive space modulators for trade, but I don't have any containers for the sphere of anti-matter. Got any suggestions??
Please send me a telepathic response!!
Mike
Please send me a telepathic response!!
Mike
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Sorry for the digression. Back to the ECU thing, why don't you just get an aftermarket EMS? Yes, it's a bit expensive, but it will really help out your performance, and will set you up for bigger and better mods. I just don't see any value in a simple generic "performance" chip.
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Originally posted by crossbar17
what does this planet stuff have to do with rx7's??
JW
what does this planet stuff have to do with rx7's??
JW
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Originally posted by crossbar17
what, what is all this nonsense
what, what is all this nonsense
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