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Old Feb 18, 2006 | 01:34 PM
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Turbo Timer?

Would it be possible to add a turbo timer program into the MS?
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Old Feb 18, 2006 | 11:53 PM
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Not really, the MS would then be controlling power to itself... and several other systems in the car... it turns into a chicken and egg problem.
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Old Feb 20, 2006 | 09:06 AM
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Not really, the MS would then be controlling power to itself... and several other systems in the car... it turns into a chicken and egg problem.
Actually, if you could program the code to turn off the fuel pump relay after x seconds when a trigger line goes low, it wouldn't be a problem. Although, it would be a very complex situation.
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Old Feb 20, 2006 | 09:41 AM
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you'd also have to keep power going to the MS all the time. I wouldn't recommend it.
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Old Feb 20, 2006 | 10:51 AM
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I think I see what your saying muythai. The TII I just bought actually has an Apex timer but it's not working for some reason, I guess I'll have to figure that out. By the way, I recieved my kit and soldered the stim, it wasn't too bad! I hope to finish the V3 board this weekend.
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Old Feb 20, 2006 | 04:20 PM
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A timer would be pretty straightforward, but it's a can of worms not worth opening at this point. Once you're MS is built, installed, tuned 99%, and reliable over 10k miles, then look at adding the timer function. In the meantime, treat your car well, and you won't need the timer.
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