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Apr 29, 2009 | 09:46 AM

moehorsepower

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Boost Controllers

I am in the process of going from supercharged to turbo, I have everything less a boost controller. I would like to know from people that actually have tried certain boost controllers, manual vs electric, the pros and cons, accuracy ect. I am planning to run about the same amount of boost 12-15lbs, this is with a front mount T-76, Turbosmart 50mm wastegate, 50mm Tial BOV. If any more info is needed, let me know........Thanks

Apr 29, 2009 | 11:08 AM

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eboost II is pretty cool. Kinda overkill, but I like all the features.

Apr 29, 2009 | 11:12 AM

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I had a manual, and ditched it for an eBoost2.

A lot think it is overly complicated, but a quick read of the directions, and looking at a few stickys on here and I was OK. My buddy had a Greddy Profec-b, and I thought it to be much more complicated than the eboost.

Apr 29, 2009 | 11:18 AM

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eboost II is pretty cool. Kinda overkill, but I like all the features.

thanks, I will look into this...

Apr 29, 2009 | 11:30 AM

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I use a exile. pretty simple to use

Apr 29, 2009 | 11:37 AM

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I have used and like the eBoost I & II

Apr 29, 2009 | 12:31 PM

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Eboost 2 for the cool options, and also the AEM is a nice piece as well that we sell for the customers not wanting the big eboost

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Apr 29, 2009 | 01:18 PM

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Well I am for all go and no show, Dont really care what it looks like, just the installation, operation and end results, also the price, if one that is not a name Brand (as long as it's not a Chinese knock off) is as good then thats what I would like to know.

Apr 29, 2009 | 02:58 PM

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AEM Tru boost for me.

Apr 29, 2009 | 07:51 PM

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The AEM unit works well too and is priced much nicer than the eBoost, but you don't get the extra I/O.

Apr 29, 2009 | 08:00 PM

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The AEM unit works well too and is priced much nicer than the eBoost, but you don't get the extra I/O.

I didn't see this thread, but I had questions about the AEM piece. Does it have multiple settings? Does it keep the boost steady? Is a boost spike possible?

Apr 29, 2009 | 08:13 PM

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i saved my greddy profec-b from my last build that ran on race rice. it was nice cuz you could control the gain to speed up the boost. dont know about the eboost or aem if they incorporate the same features maybe some one who has used these can chime in. im going to use the profec since i already own it.

Apr 30, 2009 | 06:00 AM

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eBoost has the same feature, called sensitivity. I believe it to be voodoo.

Apr 30, 2009 | 06:12 AM

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This voodoo you speak of, could you try to explain it? I really need a boost controller, I just really like the cheapness (compared to the eboost2) of the AEM pieces.

Apr 30, 2009 | 06:30 AM

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I didn't see this thread, but I had questions about the AEM piece. Does it have multiple settings? Does it keep the boost steady? Is a boost spike possible?

Thats what I would also like to hear from users, like I say what Pro & Cons do each have with their own controllers, cost, user friendly, maintain boost, number of settings, ect . This is the last part of the build that I also need but as everyone does, try to get the best bang for buck. I purchased a turbo kit, had to rebuild my entire motor, only used the rods, had to install a tubular K-member for clearance, ect. So as of now I am DEEP in Bucks and the ole green back are harder to come by, I am sure my machine bill will be in the $$$$.....Thanks to all,

OK, So far list as follows, can we get some type of voting...
E-boost 1 & 2
Exile
AEM
Greddy Profec-b
MSBC-1 ETO1

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Apr 30, 2009 | 07:24 AM

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Yep just picked up an eboost2 myself. I liked the boost by gear and it fits nicely in a ta's vent. Just have to figure how to hook this thing up. Might be in over my head here.