Q: What's the difference between the V2.5 and V3 ECU?
The V3 is a newer version of the V2.5 ECU. It supports direct coil-pack ignition using a crank position sensor, whereas the V2 requires either the use of a Ford EDIS module, or a distributor system for its TDC pickup. Also, the V2 is limited in that it cano't control the advance/dwell of the ignition when using a Distributor, and so the original vacuum advance must be retained. The V3 can do everything the V2.5 can, as well as control dwell and advance when using a distributor based engine. Also, the V3 has added protection circuits in the event its not wired up correctly, and is also more compatible with the MSII Daughter Board Upgrade.

Q: I am looking to run a Ford Zetec Engine or CVH engine. Are your systems suited and what will I need?
Our base system is fully ready to run your Ford engine. We supply the wiring diagram that allows you to link all of this together, or you can simply use a Zetec or OFAB or XR2i Loom to wire it all up. The sensors are already there, as is the injectors if you bought the full engine.

Q: I have a XYZ engine, will your ECU run it?
YES. As long as your engine is an otto engine. i.e. 4 Stroke, Liquid Fuel and ignited by Spark, then our ECU's will run it. The final setup before dispatch will determine what sort of engine it runs, i.e. Distributor based, Coil Pack based. etc

Q: What injectors do I need?
Our systems can run any flow rate/type of injector (low impedance or high impedance) and when you begin to tune the ECU you will enter these criteria, therefore if you wish to run bigger injectors such as beiges or light blues, then there is no problem accommodating them. Also, the V3 supports staged injection, that is, two banks of injectors that can be set to come on at different levels.

Q: What other sensors do I need?
If your engine was already EFi then you already have all the sensors you need. Our ECU's have a built in 2.5Bar MAP, or Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor, and this is capable of running Normally aspirated, or turbo charged engines with up to 21psi of boost. We can also upgrade the ECU's to even 4 or 5 bar, if you are running higher boost levels.

Q: How do I tune it?
You use the provided easy to use tuning software to develop your own tuning map. This is done by driving up and down the road with someone else adjusting the fueling to keep the 'dot on the line'. Basically, you have a dot moving around the 3D map which represents the current engine state, i.e. RPM and Manifold Pressure, and you also have a bar indicating whether the mixture is rich or lean , .(This is read from a standard lambda sensor that you either already have, or you install into the exhaust) and projected onto this you have a 3D graph. You simply use the arrow keys on your laptop to move the current point up and down until the fueling is 'stoic' i.e. not rich nor lean. It really is that easy, and a very accurate map can be developed within a few hours. You an of course then take the car to rolling road to have your map fine tuned for even more power. Note that in turbo charged vehciles etc, you may want a richer state at higher RPMs and Manifold pressures, but this is the finer art of tuning. We have a rolling road at our premises and are happy to fit and map all of the equipment we supply at very competative prices.

Q: Can I run just the fueling/ignition and add the other at a later date?
Yes. Our ECU's come setup to run both, it is up to you whether or not you decide to utilize all of the functions.

Q: What other management options do I have?
You could use other management solutions such as Emerald, Omex, DTA, Pectel, etc, but these systems can be very expensive to buy first of all (aprox £900 for a similar spec unit), as well as the initial mapping charge of around £400 (A good half-day of proffesional mapping). These systems usually cannot be 'DIY' tuned, and must be taken to a rolling road each time you make a change to your engine. Our ECU's can be mapped at a rolling road if you wish, or you can do it yourself and have it 'tweaked' on the rollers later. This can result in HUGE savings.

Q: Do your ECU's do anything other than Fuel and Ignition management?
Yes. They currently support loads of differenet add-ons including: NOS control, Boost Control, Water Injection, Shift Lights, Traction Control, Launch Control, and Wideband support.

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