Which engine management is for me?
06-19-2003, 10:01 PM
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Which engine management is for me?
Hey all. I am new to the board and also really new to engine modding and etc., I am looking to purchase a engine management system. I am just not quite sure which would be best suited for me.
Currently I have installed, Blitz SUS Filter Intake, Blitz BOV, HKS Carbon/Titanium Exhaust, Godspeed Up-pipe and Down-pipe.
I also have a Blitz Turbo Timer, Boost Controller, Power Meter, FMIC, and 3 BL Series gauges sitting in my room. I will get these installed once I get the VF34, STi injector, and Supra Fuel Pump.
So with what I already own and plan to add, in your opinions, which brand of engine management would you guys recommend and why? I was thinking the Link Plug in ECU..
I appreciate any help and guidance, thanks.
Currently I have installed, Blitz SUS Filter Intake, Blitz BOV, HKS Carbon/Titanium Exhaust, Godspeed Up-pipe and Down-pipe.
I also have a Blitz Turbo Timer, Boost Controller, Power Meter, FMIC, and 3 BL Series gauges sitting in my room. I will get these installed once I get the VF34, STi injector, and Supra Fuel Pump.
So with what I already own and plan to add, in your opinions, which brand of engine management would you guys recommend and why? I was thinking the Link Plug in ECU..
I appreciate any help and guidance, thanks.
06-19-2003, 11:12 PM
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If you have to ask, I would say a reflash.
Check out www.ecutek.com or www.cobbtuning.com for more information.
Check out www.ecutek.com or www.cobbtuning.com for more information.
06-20-2003, 03:53 PM
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Would you recommend me getting a reflash at my current setup, or will I really benefit from the reflash after the bigger turbo, injecter, and fuel pump installation? Also, should I even install the turbo controller for the time being. Or just sell it off and get the upgrades + reflash.
06-20-2003, 08:13 PM
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It all depends on the tuner you go with. The biggest cost of a reflash is the intial fee. It's the re-reflash that varies for each vendor.
I think Cobb Tuning is $395 and $20 for subsequent reflashes.
Ecutek vendors range from $595-$795 and re-reflashes go from free to $250 or so.
With a basic reflash of uppipe, downpipe, catback exhaust, and Samco hoses, you'll gain some 30+HP and way more pucker factor in your butt cheeks
Just to let you know though is that Cobb only recently broke the Subaru code and is still making maps for different engine configurations. They have many, but do not have as much as some of the Ecutek tuners that have a few more months on them of experience. If you choose to go with an Ecutek system, I would recommend either http://www.dyno-comp.com or www.vishnutuning.com Both are excellent.
Then decide if you really need to go faster with a larger turbo, etc...
I think Cobb Tuning is $395 and $20 for subsequent reflashes.
Ecutek vendors range from $595-$795 and re-reflashes go from free to $250 or so.
With a basic reflash of uppipe, downpipe, catback exhaust, and Samco hoses, you'll gain some 30+HP and way more pucker factor in your butt cheeks
Just to let you know though is that Cobb only recently broke the Subaru code and is still making maps for different engine configurations. They have many, but do not have as much as some of the Ecutek tuners that have a few more months on them of experience. If you choose to go with an Ecutek system, I would recommend either http://www.dyno-comp.com or www.vishnutuning.com Both are excellent.
Then decide if you really need to go faster with a larger turbo, etc...
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