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Old Aug 22, 2010 | 10:21 AM
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Nice you got a refund. Hey just to keep the thread going, opinions on the AEM vs HKS twin power. (without starting a s**t fight) Are the AEMs still inferrior. I ask because I see a lot of people saying the AEMs overheat & one person referring to the HKS as being only a hair better than the stock.
I have a MT10 & X4 at current. In NZ the AEM is about $450 compared to $1000 on the HKS.
I was told directly by the AEM tech dept that they do not like to recommend their own ignition module because it fails too often.

Similar to you I have the Microtech LT16 & X6 with the HKS twin power.

I can't see how the HKS is so expensive in NZ, even with the conversion rate it would only be 544 NZD

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Old Aug 22, 2010 | 10:48 AM
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The only "design flaw" that I can see is that it does not seem to have any sort of internal circuit breaker and no external replaceble fuse, in the event that something shorts out in the ignition system. Relocating it inside the the cabin is not going to prevent this from happening, however again you can do whatever you like to your own car.
Thats true.

It doesnt seem to make sense with what im trying to do. I also think there is no harm either. Idk.

But at least if the unit does fail inside the car, ill know right away, or at least faster than if it were in the engine bay.
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Old Aug 22, 2010 | 10:48 AM
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Originally Posted by allrotor93
I was the seller of the twin power....where can i send it to be repaired?

I bought it from a member in a package and he said it worked fine. He said "tough ****" to me.
John, PM me the particulars of the transaction and the member in question.

Re: the twinpower, I recommend the unit to all customers in the ~350+ rwhp range. Haven't seen one yet, knock on wood. All installed in the engine bay with some foam/rubber between them and the firewall.
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Old Aug 24, 2010 | 10:16 AM
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I can't see how the HKS is so expensive in NZ, even with the conversion rate it would only be 544 NZD
Yeah price wise we're still being raped over here.http://www.mlracing.co.nz/index.php/...-System-Rotary
http://fortyone.co.nz/parts/show/139...n%20Power.html
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Old Aug 24, 2010 | 12:19 PM
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Don't bother buying local, we ship to NZ and Aus every week,
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Old Aug 24, 2010 | 12:31 PM
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Originally Posted by 1QWIK7
Damn i see this is a big problem for these twin power units. I better be careful when i get mine.
I've literally not had a single problem with my HKS twin power, and it netted 10RWHP (dyno'd immediately before and immediately after installing).
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Old Aug 24, 2010 | 12:41 PM
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I also recently purchased a used Twin Power unit from a member here on this forum. I mounted it to the firewall (insulated) where the cruise control was like most do. However when I powered on the ignition to confirm the red light was coming on I noticed that my unit was making a faint buzzing sound. I have spoken to a few people and determined that this is definitely not normal, yet the car starts up and drives fine.

Has anyone else experienced a buzzing sound from their Twin Power (you can only really hear it whit the motor off and ignition on)?
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Old Aug 24, 2010 | 12:45 PM
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^ No, my unit does not make any noise...purchased new.
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Old Aug 24, 2010 | 04:58 PM
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Buzzing is not normal. I bought mine brand new and have had zero issues with it.

Used electronics=bad idea.
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Old Aug 24, 2010 | 07:02 PM
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i bought mine used, luckily no problems for the past year now, i mouted mine right behind the cruise control unite, with some silicone glue to the fire wall, does not move a bit and easy to see the light if its on or off
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Old Aug 24, 2010 | 10:12 PM
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What about the little red light . How bright is it supposed to be? I saw one that was real dim.
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Old Aug 26, 2010 | 02:56 PM
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it doesnt get that bright,
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Old Aug 26, 2010 | 04:41 PM
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I'm back with a new Twin Power

As you might know i got a refund on the fried used twin power. I took the advise and bought a new twin power which i suggest.I installed the new one somewhat expecting failure like the last one but it operates beautifully. It gets pretty hot after a summer drive but thats normal as Bansai said above. My acceleration on the top end is crisper and smoother. A wonderful product.

I mounted it were the cruise control was. I never used my CC besides it had been useless ever since i installed hand controls on my car.
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Old Aug 27, 2010 | 12:43 AM
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still have the entire cruise control stuff? I mean all of it, the stuff from the steering wheel to the dash, the dash button, all the wiring for it, the engine throttle linkage? if you've got it complete I would be interested in buying it for the right price.
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Old Aug 27, 2010 | 08:58 AM
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Originally Posted by hotwheelz28
As you might know i got a refund on the fried used twin power. I took the advise and bought a new twin power which i suggest.I installed the new one somewhat expecting failure like the last one but it operates beautifully. It gets pretty hot after a summer drive but thats normal as Bansai said above. My acceleration on the top end is crisper and smoother. A wonderful product.

I mounted it were the cruise control was. I never used my CC besides it had been useless ever since i installed hand controls on my car.
Good to hear

Looks like you need a brake fluid flush based on the color, and also based on the level you might want to check your brake pad thickness, as well as check for leaks
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Old Aug 27, 2010 | 02:23 PM
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installed hand controls on the car? what do you mean?
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Old Aug 27, 2010 | 02:27 PM
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installed hand controls on the car? what do you mean?
I would imagine he is handicapped.
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Old Aug 27, 2010 | 04:26 PM
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I would imagine he is handicapped.
Thats It
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Old Aug 27, 2010 | 04:36 PM
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i still would mount it under the brake master cylinder, that's where i install them and haven't had any issues. i say this because water can get into the bay near the hood edges during car washes and heavy rains.
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