Just flashed to Stage 1 using Tactrix
07-31-2007, 10:50 AM
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hmmm...so is the wideband necessary? and apparently the utec knock system is better than the TXS.
so i plan on getting:
tactrix cables
3port BCS w/ pigtail
knocklite (should i hook it up to the oem sensor or get the bosch?)
hoses (what size?)
might as well throw in a new laptop too
so i plan on getting:
tactrix cables
3port BCS w/ pigtail
knocklite (should i hook it up to the oem sensor or get the bosch?)
hoses (what size?)
might as well throw in a new laptop too
07-31-2007, 11:03 AM
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agreed
With logging capablity is easy to to trace the maps to see if you are hitting your timing targets, if you are knocking and pulling timing you will see it in the logs
There is no way to monitor AF indirectly, so a wideband is a must
With logging capablity is easy to to trace the maps to see if you are hitting your timing targets, if you are knocking and pulling timing you will see it in the logs
There is no way to monitor AF indirectly, so a wideband is a must
07-31-2007, 11:49 AM
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The stock knock sensor is plenty useful. You just need to understand how the knock control and ignition learning system works in the ECU to be able to pick out knock from a log. The Subaru ECU is very advanced in this manner and can be a great tool in the right hands. Just take it slow, do research about the adaptive ignition system, and try to fully understand what's going on before diving in and making changes. A wideband is certainly a requirement to get a good tune so I would make that a priority.
As far as the 3-port solenoid... its a vast improvement over the stock solenoid and the clicking can be solved by not mounting the solenoid directly to the body. An MBC still provides better response and boost stability than even the 3-port solenoid, however.
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As far as the 3-port solenoid... its a vast improvement over the stock solenoid and the clicking can be solved by not mounting the solenoid directly to the body. An MBC still provides better response and boost stability than even the 3-port solenoid, however.
Thanks
07-31-2007, 12:11 PM
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Hey sorry to be a ***** but I will sell you my whole AC Delco Boost Solenoid (with plug) for $15 plus like 3 to ship. So $18 and I ran boost on mine for less than 3k. I used it while my AVCR was getting fixed.
07-31-2007, 12:16 PM
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My solenoid was clicking like mad and it was installed on the top of the bracket that holds the stock solenoid (and my APEXi solenoid) Yes, I have 3 solenoids under my hood
07-31-2007, 12:54 PM
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Thanks everyone for your advice.
Does anyone have a link to a guide that shows how to datalog and how to interpret the data?
Can both Enginuity and EcuExplorer do the same thing, as far as datalogging?
I need to learn as much as I can before I flash to Stage 2.
Does anyone have a link to a guide that shows how to datalog and how to interpret the data?
Can both Enginuity and EcuExplorer do the same thing, as far as datalogging?
I need to learn as much as I can before I flash to Stage 2.
07-31-2007, 04:19 PM
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The stock knock sensor is plenty useful. You just need to understand how the knock control and ignition learning system works in the ECU to be able to pick out knock from a log. The Subaru ECU is very advanced in this manner and can be a great tool in the right hands. Just take it slow, do research about the adaptive ignition system, and try to fully understand what's going on before diving in and making changes. A wideband is certainly a requirement to get a good tune so I would make that a priority.
As far as the 3-port solenoid... its a vast improvement over the stock solenoid and the clicking can be solved by not mounting the solenoid directly to the body. An MBC still provides better response and boost stability than even the 3-port solenoid, however.
Thanks
As far as the 3-port solenoid... its a vast improvement over the stock solenoid and the clicking can be solved by not mounting the solenoid directly to the body. An MBC still provides better response and boost stability than even the 3-port solenoid, however.
Thanks