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Old Mar 17, 2006 | 10:53 AM
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Why is everyone not using this A/F Ratio Shutdown Switch?

http://www.dynotunenitrous.com/store...p?idproduct=67

Reading the description, it seems like this would be one of the most wildly popular nitrous products on the planet.

Any idea why it isn't?
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Old Mar 17, 2006 | 10:59 AM
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$ some do not want to spend it.
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Old Mar 17, 2006 | 11:07 AM
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I just checked that out the other day. It would be good if a noid didn't open but what would you do if the noid wouldn't shut?
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Old Mar 17, 2006 | 11:09 AM
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Originally Posted by JoeyAnderson
Why is everyone not using this A/F Ratio Shutdown Switch?

http://www.dynotunenitrous.com/store...p?idproduct=67

Reading the description, it seems like this would be one of the most wildly popular nitrous products on the planet.

Any idea why it isn't?
The Maximizer II already does that! (and much, much more, thus reducing the need for 50 extra stand-alone units for this-and-that stuff.)
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Old Mar 17, 2006 | 12:18 PM
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I am using my WideBand Commander for that WOT switch and RPM window switch
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Old Mar 17, 2006 | 02:00 PM
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Also not many people I know have a WB02 perma-mounted in their car and they aren't so confident with their narrow band's accuracy.
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Old Mar 17, 2006 | 03:59 PM
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I have been plan on it. Seemed like the perfect device for me.
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I just checked that out the other day. It would be good if a noid didn't open but what would you do if the noid wouldn't shut?
It will run like ***....
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Old Mar 17, 2006 | 08:10 PM
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Originally Posted by JoeyAnderson
Why is everyone not using this A/F Ratio Shutdown Switch?

http://www.dynotunenitrous.com/store...p?idproduct=67

Reading the description, it seems like this would be one of the most wildly popular nitrous products on the planet.

Any idea why it isn't?
Heiraechy I think...after spending the entire day in Charlotte (your back yard!!) yesterday tuning...we finally did a nitrous run out on (sorry Charlotte and SC Law Enforcement) I 485 when traffic had cleared...I was the black beast with the wide band and wires hanging out my rear end. (Of the car Hawk (Mark) LOL)). It was the insurance feedback of having the A/F being monitored that allowed me to test the system. So it makes perfrct sense to have a monitor. That being said, I believe that The Edge at Harris and the Maximizer II @ NX give similar performance along with the progressive control. Now guys, i'm not trying to compare the two units...just pointing out what I seems to recall. I'll even add I have always enjoyed the fact that DynoTune Nitrous stuff is high quality at lower pricing schedules. BTW...if i'm wrong about my facts let me know!!!
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Originally Posted by JoeyAnderson
Why is everyone not using this A/F Ratio Shutdown Switch?

http://www.dynotunenitrous.com/store...p?idproduct=67

Reading the description, it seems like this would be one of the most wildly popular nitrous products on the planet.

Any idea why it isn't?
LM1 wideband, Fuel pressure gauge, both being monitored on runs, and logged on my laptop, is the reason I feel I don't need one. I am allways changing my config around so my money, for me, was better spent on tuning goodies.
Here is where my LM1 is mounted,

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Old Mar 18, 2006 | 02:31 AM
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That is one of the things I like about the WBC Robert. If I forget my Laptop I can at the push of a button log the run and then read it later

I also have a LC1 sitting here now

what ever brand size or model you chose it is a good choice
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theyre out of stock, so apparantly alot of people do use them
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Originally Posted by TwoFast4Lv
I am using my WideBand Commander for that WOT switch and RPM window switch
Is it easy to set up for each of those functions? Does it have specific outputs for each or do have to rig it up? I am trying to decide on wideband options at the moment and I would like something that can shut down the juice automatically in a lean condition.
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Old Mar 18, 2006 | 12:48 PM
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Is it easy to set up for each of those functions? Does it have specific outputs for each or do have to rig it up? I am trying to decide on wideband options at the moment and I would like something that can shut down the juice automatically in a lean condition.
My suggestion is to fork over the money for something now; something that can do more than just A/F, rather than be sorry later because you don't have enough features. It'll be cheaper in the long run. So get that thing.
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Originally Posted by TwoFast4Lv
That is one of the things I like about the WBC Robert. If I forget my Laptop I can at the push of a button log the run and then read it later

I also have a LC1 sitting here now

what ever brand size or model you chose it is a good choice
Ellis, you can log directly onto the LM1 and download to laptop later, or log directly to laptop, and also watch a/f on run. lm1 can also log fuel pessure, bottle pressure and what ever you want, without a laptop. just no automatic a/f shutdown. however, with a dry hit, it's self correcting for a/f anomilies, and if fuel pump fails that is where the FPSS comes into play. It's all good though, at least we have our butts covered.
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Originally Posted by n2ocamaro
Is it easy to set up for each of those functions? Does it have specific outputs for each or do have to rig it up? I am trying to decide on wideband options at the moment and I would like something that can shut down the juice automatically in a lean condition.

Yes on an LS1 it is VERY easy to hook up and set up. Hook up a few wires at the PCM(RPM and WOT) and install the Wide band Sensor. This will still leave with Room to grow on unit in the future. The Programing is very simple to setup also. IF you are using a Dry kit You will need to set it up for the lean spike at the begining of the hit.
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Originally Posted by TwoFast4Lv
Yes on an LS1 it is VERY easy to hook up and set up. Hook up a few wires at the PCM(RPM and WOT) and install the Wide band Sensor. This will still leave with Room to grow on unit in the future. The Programing is very simple to setup also. IF you are using a Dry kit You will need to set it up for the lean spike at the begining of the hit.
Thanks Ellis. I have been looking it over on their site and I think this what I want.
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I don't see how that unit could hurt. But if you plan to use it with the stock 02 sensor I'm not convinced it will react fast or accuratly enough. They even say for more accuracy use a wideband.

I decided to go with a 2 channel FJO wideband. It has settings to shut down the nitrous if it gets too rich or too lean. Plus it has a built in TPS and window switch so you don't have to buy them extra. It wasn't cheap but neither is fixing a blown motor.

Yes it won't help if the nitrous noid sticks open but with a quality noid that problem seems rare these days.
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Originally Posted by terry s
I don't see how that unit could hurt. But if you plan to use it with the stock 02 sensor I'm not convinced it will react fast or accuratly enough. They even say for more accuracy use a wideband.

I decided to go with a 2 channel FJO wideband. It has settings to shut down the nitrous if it gets too rich or too lean. Plus it has a built in TPS and window switch so you don't have to buy them extra. It wasn't cheap but neither is fixing a blown motor.

Yes it won't help if the nitrous noid sticks open but with a quality noid that problem seems rare these days.
This does sound like a good plan.
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Originally Posted by terry s
I don't see how that unit could hurt. But if you plan to use it with the stock 02 sensor I'm not convinced it will react fast or accuratly enough. They even say for more accuracy use a wideband.

I decided to go with a 2 channel FJO wideband. It has settings to shut down the nitrous if it gets too rich or too lean. Plus it has a built in TPS and window switch so you don't have to buy them extra. It wasn't cheap but neither is fixing a blown motor.

Yes it won't help if the nitrous noid sticks open but with a quality noid that problem seems rare these days.
The voice of reason and totally accurate.,
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