boost controller?? whats everyone using?
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boost controller?? whats everyone using?
For a lsx pcm and the use a of ltx engine and 24x system. Im using a lsx pcm and need to know what controller to use and what else is needed.
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I'm running an eboost 2. I don't think it'll matter your PCM or which reluctor you have as the boost controller is a "standalone" type system if I'm not mistaken.
Eboost 2
AMS 500
AMS 1000
Manual boost controller
All of these would be options for you. I wouldn't recommend a AMS1000 purely because of cost UNLESS you are seriously drag racing this car
Eboost 2
AMS 500
AMS 1000
Manual boost controller
All of these would be options for you. I wouldn't recommend a AMS1000 purely because of cost UNLESS you are seriously drag racing this car
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So with all the electronic boost controllers, do you have to have like a nitrogen source to control the boost? I've seen some kits that use nitrogen or carbon dioxide to hold the wastegate closed.
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Ummm, I've never heard that before. Most EBC (electronic boost controller) use a boost solenoid that controls the wastegate. You have one port that goes to a pressure source and the other port for "both" ports on the wastegate. Then you have another line from the controller that goes to the vaccum source. That's how that works. Then you adjust the gauge/computer thus making changes to the solenoid.
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We use the AMS1000, it is the best out there. However, it aint cheap by any means. Before that we used a Halman MBC with ceramic ball that worked just fine.
You do not NEED CO2 with an EBC, but on some (like the AMS1000) it gives you much more control. We can have a 3psi spring in the watsegate, but still run as much boost as the turbo will make. With the CO2 its controllable to within 1/10 of a psi, which is very important when making big HP on small tires with stock style suspension.
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You do not NEED CO2 with an EBC, but on some (like the AMS1000) it gives you much more control. We can have a 3psi spring in the watsegate, but still run as much boost as the turbo will make. With the CO2 its controllable to within 1/10 of a psi, which is very important when making big HP on small tires with stock style suspension.
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Ummm, I've never heard that before. Most EBC (electronic boost controller) use a boost solenoid that controls the wastegate. You have one port that goes to a pressure source and the other port for "both" ports on the wastegate. Then you have another line from the controller that goes to the vaccum source. That's how that works. Then you adjust the gauge/computer thus making changes to the solenoid.
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i use a GFB G-FORCE Electronic Boost Controller
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it has all the fetures as the exspencive one but only cost $250
can hold 50 psi
ajustable by gear or time.
High Boost Capability: controls boost up to 50psi (3.5bar)
-Open or Closed Loop Operation: prevents boost variations that can occur in different gears,RPMranges and atmospheric conditions
-6 Inidvidual Boost Pre-Sets: program a different boost pressure and rise rate for each gear, and select on-the-fly
-Scramble Boost Function with Included Aux Remote: program a timed boost increase when needed, remote button activatated!
-Spike-Stop Feature: helps tame boost spiking on turbocharger systems prone to spiking
-Real-Time Boost Gauge: display real-time boost in PSI, KpA or Bar
-Overboost Warning System: user adjustable warning to indicate if the boost pressure is too high.
[gfb3003]
it has all the fetures as the exspencive one but only cost $250
can hold 50 psi
ajustable by gear or time.
High Boost Capability: controls boost up to 50psi (3.5bar)
-Open or Closed Loop Operation: prevents boost variations that can occur in different gears,RPMranges and atmospheric conditions
-6 Inidvidual Boost Pre-Sets: program a different boost pressure and rise rate for each gear, and select on-the-fly
-Scramble Boost Function with Included Aux Remote: program a timed boost increase when needed, remote button activatated!
-Spike-Stop Feature: helps tame boost spiking on turbocharger systems prone to spiking
-Real-Time Boost Gauge: display real-time boost in PSI, KpA or Bar
-Overboost Warning System: user adjustable warning to indicate if the boost pressure is too high.