Conversions & Swaps LSX Engines in Non-LSX Vehicles
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by:

Electronic Throttle Control - Traction Control ques.

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Jul 26, 2006 | 10:28 PM
  #1  
350SS's Avatar
Thread Starter
TECH Fanatic
iTrader: (38)
 
Joined: Feb 2004
Posts: 1,135
Likes: 21
From: Houston, TX
Default Electronic Throttle Control - Traction Control ques.

What does the PCM need (signals) to be able to have active traction control via the Drive by wire throttle body? Initially I had planned on converting my DBW setup to cable, but if I could get the traction control feature of the ETC throttle body, that would be pretty freakin cool. Check the sig for buildup details.

Max

Last edited by 350SS; Jul 26, 2006 at 10:50 PM.
Reply
Old Jul 26, 2006 | 11:30 PM
  #2  
G-Body's Avatar
sawzall wielding director
20 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Shutterbug
iTrader: (4)
 
Joined: Sep 2004
Posts: 3,148
Likes: 12
From: Downers Grove, IL
Default

I was thinking of adding TC to my swap. I know that you need wheel speed sensors on both front wheels. I think that and the EBCM was about it, but the wheel speed sensors were enough to scare me off for now. Mabey sometime in the future.
Reply
Old Jul 27, 2006 | 01:16 AM
  #3  
350SS's Avatar
Thread Starter
TECH Fanatic
iTrader: (38)
 
Joined: Feb 2004
Posts: 1,135
Likes: 21
From: Houston, TX
Default

The only way I could think you could easily adapt the front wheel sensors would be to go to a B-body spindle off a caprice/impala and aftermarket control arm setup, but I want to be able to run 15" wheels up front and the bigger B-body spindles require at least 17" I believe. But that still leaves the BCM; any ideas on the details of this?

Has anyone done this already (I'm sure someone has )?
Reply
Old Jul 27, 2006 | 01:29 AM
  #4  
G-Body's Avatar
sawzall wielding director
20 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Shutterbug
iTrader: (4)
 
Joined: Sep 2004
Posts: 3,148
Likes: 12
From: Downers Grove, IL
Default

I am almost positive that you can run 15" wheels with the B-body spindle swap, B-bodies came with 15" wheels from the factory. As far as the EBCM though I am not sure, I have a cable TB and when I was looking into it it looked like the ABS was tied into the Traction control . It would be cool to have ABS too, but right now I don`t have the time or $ to do it so I stopped looking into it . I don`t have wiring diagrams for a drive by wire TB setup so I can`t tell you if the TC and ABS are tied together with that setup.
Reply
Old Jul 27, 2006 | 08:43 AM
  #5  
LS1Cobra's Avatar
On The Tree
 
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 192
Likes: 0
From: S. Philly
Default

I don't see how you can do it. You need the EBTCM to talk to your PCM thru the serial line (DLC). It's a lot more complicated then this. I don't have time to look into this because I have a bigger problem right now and that is just trying to get the car running. Check out my other post.
Reply
Old Jul 27, 2006 | 12:35 PM
  #6  
nelson71's Avatar
Teching In
 
Joined: Sep 2005
Posts: 28
Likes: 0
Default

I have wondered the same thing. If you are using a factory GM ECM from a vehicle that had traction control, abs, etc, then it should be possible to retrofit those features into another chassis. Obviously you need to know which sensors and hubs to use, but would traction control and abs work properly in a different size/weight chassis than it was origianlly designed for?
Reply
Old Jul 27, 2006 | 02:55 PM
  #7  
canadaisintexas's Avatar
Lame Excuse for a Photog
iTrader: (3)
 
Joined: May 2005
Posts: 113
Likes: 0
From: Raleigh, NC
Default

I posted it on another forum for you as im also interested, the guys on there know a lot so you should get an awnser

http://www.swapcartech.com/forum/sho...=3213#post3213

Mods: Sorry if you think the links was inappopriate just tryin to help get the guy an awnser, feel free to remove it if needed.
Reply
Old Jul 27, 2006 | 03:37 PM
  #8  
Schitzo's Avatar
TECH Enthusiast
20 Year Member
iTrader: (6)
 
Joined: Feb 2005
Posts: 716
Likes: 2
From: Minneapolis MN
Default

this is how I would do it.

I would use a Bosch 5.3 Electronic Brake Traction Control Module (EBTCM). This will take care of the ABS and TCS

I would then get a Brake Pressure Modulator Valve (BPMV) from a 98+ F-body to work with the EBTCM

Since the bosch 5.3 is a 4 channel system, you need 4 wheel speed sensors. This can be the hardest part to adapt but is doable.
Like someone said, you need a spindle from a car with ABS. The 91-96 B-body spindle has a provision for a speed sensor to bolt in. However, you need a wheel hub that has a tone ring.

For the rear, I am yet to figure that out. However, I am sure parts from a 4th gen with TCS can be adapted into an older 8.5 10 bolt.

For DBW, the EBTCM, BPMV,TAC module and PCM will take care of ABS and TCS

For those with a throttle cable, The you don't need the TAC but have to have the Accelerator and Servo Control Module (ASM) That is what pushes your foot back if the car loses traction.

Next, you need to fab up your new brake lines and mount the various parts you use.

Finally comes the wiring. These are what you need
(these are for cable throttle)

https://ls1tech.com/forums/attachmen...achmentid=6369
https://ls1tech.com/forums/attachmen...achmentid=6372
https://ls1tech.com/forums/attachmen...achmentid=6371
Reply
LS1 Tech Stories

The Best V8 Stories One Small Block at Time

story-0

6 Gifts Neither Your Dad Nor Grad Will Shove Into the 'Trinket Drawer'

 Brett Foote
story-1

Topdon ONE vs. Artidiag 800 BT2: Which is the Diagnostic Tablet For You?

 Pouria Savadkouei
story-2

Gas Monkey Built a 6-Wheel Ferrari Testarossa With a Corvette LT4 Engine

 Verdad Gallardo
story-3

7 Most Reliable High-Performance Engines GM Has Ever Built

 Verdad Gallardo
story-4

Amazing '71 Camaro Restomod Is Modern Muscle Car Under the Skin

 Verdad Gallardo
story-5

6 Common C5 Corvette Failures and What's Involved In Repairing Them

 Pouria Savadkouei
story-6

Retro Modern Bandit Pontiac Trans AM Comes With Burt Reynolds' Autograph

 Verdad Gallardo
story-7

Top 10 Greatest Cadillac V Series Performance Models Ever, Ranked

 Pouria Savadkouei
story-8

Top 10 Most Powerful Chevy Trucks Ever Made!

 
story-9

Hennessey's New Supercharged Silverado ZR2 Has 700 HP

 Verdad Gallardo




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 06:32 PM.

story-0
6 Gifts Neither Your Dad Nor Grad Will Shove Into the 'Trinket Drawer'

Don't get dad new socks or a grill brush this year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-09 14:55:56


VIEW MORE
story-1
Topdon ONE vs. Artidiag 800 BT2: Which is the Diagnostic Tablet For You?

Slideshow: We take a close look at the ONE and Artidiag 800BT2 diagnostic tools from Topdon and the reasons to buy one over the other.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-05-28 11:05:11


VIEW MORE
story-2
Gas Monkey Built a 6-Wheel Ferrari Testarossa With a Corvette LT4 Engine

Slideshow: The controversial Ferrari F6 swaps its original flat-12 for a Corvette Z06-derived LT4 V8 and sends power to four rear wheels through a custom-built drivetrain.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-26 18:23:54


VIEW MORE
story-3
7 Most Reliable High-Performance Engines GM Has Ever Built

Slideshow:These GM engines didn't just make huge power, they survived abuse, boost, track days, and six-digit mileage with a reputation for refusing to quit.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-21 16:45:27


VIEW MORE
story-4
Amazing '71 Camaro Restomod Is Modern Muscle Car Under the Skin

Slideshow: This heavily modified 1971 Camaro mixes classic muscle car styling with a fifth-generation Camaro interior and modern LS3 power.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:06:42


VIEW MORE
story-5
6 Common C5 Corvette Failures and What's Involved In Repairing Them

Slideshow: From wobbling harmonic balancers to failed EBCMs, these are the issues that define long-term C5 ownership and what repairs typically involve.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-05-07 18:44:57


VIEW MORE
story-6
Retro Modern Bandit Pontiac Trans AM Comes With Burt Reynolds' Autograph

Slideshow: A modern Camaro transformed into a retro icon, this limited-run "Bandit" build blends nostalgia with brute force in a way few revivals manage.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-21 13:57:02


VIEW MORE
story-7
Top 10 Greatest Cadillac V Series Performance Models Ever, Ranked

Slideshow: Cadillac didn't just crash the high-performance luxury vehicle party, it showed up loud, supercharged, and occasionally a little unhinged...

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-04-16 10:05:15


VIEW MORE
story-8
Top 10 Most Powerful Chevy Trucks Ever Made!

Slideshow: Top ten most powerful Chevy trucks ever made

By | 2026-03-25 09:22:26


VIEW MORE
story-9
Hennessey's New Supercharged Silverado ZR2 Has 700 HP

Slideshow: Hennessey has turned the Silverado ZR2 into a 700-hp off-road monster with supercharged V8 power and a limited production run.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-03-24 18:57:52


VIEW MORE