EFI Mustang ECU/Tuner Overview
By Trent Kendall October 2004 |
This article
is intended to answer everyone's questions about all of the available aftermarket
ECU's, chips and tuning devices for Mustangs. It seems like about once
per day someone asks "Which ECU should I buy for my Mustang?" or "Which
is better, X or Z?" These questions are unacceptable because the
answer depends on what you want for your car. Do a little research and
figure out what is best for you. If you look hard enough you will find
someone using each of the options below to control a really fast, high HP car,
you just need to pick the best system for your goals and budget.
I will try to be as subjective as possible. For reference, I chose the
AEM system on my 91 Mustang street/strip car and I am very happy with it.
In order to remain unbiased I have asked for input from all of the resources
I could think of. Most of this information came directly from the company,
so there was no room for me to misintrepret sales brochures. I must say
thanks to all the companies who participated.
So, here they are in alphabetical order. If you have any corrections or
contributions please do not hesitate to email
me.
***Please
note all prices are approximate at the time of this writing. Many of the
prices are full retail listings, you will probably not have to pay full retail.***
Please feel free to link to this page from anywhere, but do not copy and
paste (steal) the data from this article.
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DFI/Accel Gen 7 |
| Latest News- |
| Information Source
/ Company Response- I emailed Craig Smith
at DFI and he provided all of this information in a timely manner. |
Approximate Cost
$1700 with 1 bar MAP, $1715 for 2 bar, $1766 with 3 bar Add $100 for EDIS
compatibility
Optional Wideband 02: $970
A kit includes an ECM, complete wiring harness, communication cable, Calmap
software, and necessary sensors (w/a narrow band O2 sensor). |
Hardware
All the ECMs are basically the same and are software configurable for the
type of ignition system they support. The one exception (unfortunately for
this crowd) is the EDIS ignition. That requires its own firmware, but an
EDIS capable ECM can basically run anything else too.
Sensors necessary for installation are: coolant temp, air temp, manifold
surface temp, and MAP (all included). A TPS is needed as well. We don't
include a TPS with a kit but have some available if the car doesn't have
one already.
Won't plug into the factory harness, but some companies might be making
adapters that let you do this.
The DFI will work with TFI distributors, Ford EDIS modules, aftermarket
distributors and crank triggers, and we also make distributors with integral
hall-effect cam AND crank sensors for SBF, BBF, and Windsor engines. They
have a bunch of different sub-harnesses available to connect to your ignition
stuff so all you have to do is snap it into place. |
Software/Connection
Windows-based graphical display with serial
interface. |
Hardware Designed
for
Damn near anything. Has been used successfully on anything from a bone-stock
Mustang to 2800+ HP race cars. |
Special
Features
* Staggered batch (same as bank to bank with FAST) or sequential injector
operation, selectable in software
* Unit is user-configurable for sequential, staggered batch (sometimes called
bank to bank) or TBI mode.
* All ECMs provide control for fuel pump, 2 fans, IAC, 3 stages of nitrous,
AC clutch, TCC, knock sensor
* Nitrous control outputs can be activated based on engine speed, manifold
pressure, and throttle position and can be used to activate a variety of
devices
* Dual fuel and spark mapping capability
* Fuel cutoff AND 2-step ignition rev limiting
* Boost builder feature greatly speeds spool-up time on turbo applications
* Individual cylinder fuel control
* Optional wide-band O2 control, closed loop capability
* Data logging capabilities
* 16x16 tables for VE, spark timing, target A/F ratio with editable 3D wire
mesh graphical display
* Runs high or low impedance injectors
* VE table estimator for auto-generation of VE tables based on user-specified
engine parameters |
Datalogging
Standard. Requires the laptop for data collection.
Capable of monitoring any parameter controlled or calculated by the ECM.
Auto-trigger capability. |
Additional Items Needed
None. You get everything you need for the engine management system to function.
Compatible with standard GM sensors available at any parts store or through
DFI if you need replacements. Wide band O2 is optional at $970. |
Support
Help available for any
screen within Calmap by pressing F1 from that screen. All wiring diagrams
accessible from within Calmap as well. Sold and supported through factory-trained
dealer network. Engine Management Installation Centers (EMICs) available
nationwide. Full-time technical support staff 5 days a week from DFI R&D
headquarters. Post questions and receive answers on the Accel/DFI website
or browse the online knowledge base for answers. |

Advanced Engine Management (AEM) Engine Management System (EMS)
Vendor/reseller:
Mental Addiction Motorsports, 480-203-7038
These guys are the official Turbomustangs.com reseller for AEM products.
Many people have purchased the EMS through Mental Addiction and EVERYONE
has been completely satisfied with the transaction. They will also
send you a base AEM tune for your car from one of the best AEM tuners around.
|
| Information Source
/ Company Response- Half of this information
came from myself and then it was checked by Scott Armish an AEM engineer.
He also contributed the other half of the information. Response time
was good. |
| Latest News- The
following products are in development now and will be available before the
end of the year: 0-5V wideband gauge for use with existing AEM standalone
UEGO controllers, a line of rugged, competitively priced peak and hold injector
drivers, a CDI coilpack combination (basically a CDI with built-in coils),
and a Universal EMS kit that includes a complete high quality wiring harness.
|
Approximate Cost
EMS: $1600
MAP Sensor: $125
Wideband O2 gauge: $450 (comes with controller, o2 sensor, gauge, bung,
everything)
Single Channel Wideband Kit: $350(non gauge o2 controller and sensor)
Dual Channel Wideband Kit: $420 |
Hardware
A new ECU which plugs and mounts directly in place of the stock one.
No additional wiring or vehicle modifications are required. The system works
with all stock sensors and actuators. |
Software/Connection
Windows
based, state of the art graphical software via serial cable to a laptop.
The EMS software is universal so if you friend has a Supra with an AEM it
will look exactly like the Mustang AEM setup. Startup calibrations
provided at no additional cost. If the vehicle is stock, these calibrations
will get you up and running very quickly. AEM Pro “Wizards” allow you to
quickly modify your calibration by taking advantage of AEM’s library of
popular tuning configurations. Example – response curves for over 70 popular
OEM and aftermarket fuel injectors. You can make real time changes
to any parameter. |
Hardware Designed
for
Has been used successfully in anything from a 225hp stock Mustang to a 1600hp
race car.
There are currently two EMS's. One is designed specifically to plug
and play into 87-93 Mustangs, the other is for 94-95's. They are working
on 96+ All of your stock sensors will work, all sensors are configured
using drop down lists.
All out, 1500hp race cars may opt for the AEM 1010 ECU which has more available
input and outputs, this one does not just plug into your stock harness obviously. |
Special
Features
All special features come standard out of the box. You don't pay extra
for anything. This includes, sequential fuel injection, auto tranny
control, intelligent boost controller- you can configure boost based on
throttle percentage or vehicle speed, you can also wire in a high/low boost
switch. Soft or Hard cut rev limiter, 2 step rev limiter, "antilag"
rev limiter- allows you to build a lot of boost a lot faster than a standard
2 step. Fan control, fuel pump control, knock sensor feedback control,
nitrous control- nitrous can be configured based on throttle, speed, boost
level, etc, etc. Alcohol sprayer control. Essentially you can
wire in any type of device and control it based on any of the parameters
in the EMS, from vehicle speed to boost level.
· 16/32 Hybrid high-speed processor · Onboard 512kb Datalogger
· 10 Cyl Sequential Fuel Injection · 5 Dedicated Coil Outputs
· 16 General Purpose Outputs · · 7 Definable Switch
Inputs · 4 EGT Inputs w/Fuel Control · 2 Step Launch Control
with Antilag function · Switched ignition cut/retard · Soft
Cut Rev Limiters ·
· Full Idle Control for PWM or stepper motors · Wet or Dry
Nitrous Control · Definable Knock Control · Electronic Boost
Control · Traction control
· Twin channel DC motor control · Twin channel variable valve
timing control function · Rotary engine oil metering pump control
· Rotary engine trailing ignition control · Air Conditioning
setup and control · EVAP Purge valve control · Programmable
shift light · Programmable PWM outputs |
Datalogging
Yes,
comes standard out of the box. You can datalog any sensor in the system
at up to 250x per second. Includes software to analyze your datalogs.
You can datalog directly to a PC or datalog onto the onboard memory on the
EMS and then download it later. You can also control when the datalogging
automatically comes on or off based on any of the parameters you can think
of. |
Additional Items Needed
If you are using low
impedance injectors you will need a low impedance driver box or a resistor
pack. I built my resistor pack for less than $15 and I have been running
it for almost a year without any problems. AEM is working on a low
imp driver box for plug and play.
Most cars making over 500rwhp will switch to Speed Density so you will need
the $125 AEM MAP sensor which threads into your upper intake. This
way you can ditch the expensive and sometimes inaccurate aftermarket mass
airflow sensor.
If you want to use the boost control you have to purchase a GM boost solenoid
from any GM dealer, this is all detailed in my AEM writeup. The sensor is
$60 or so and wiring it in takes two wires. |
Support
Support Hotline, call
AEM engineer direct, very comprehensive help file for every feature, AEM
also has an online forum with an area for each of the EMS boxes that they
make and each of the rooms is moderated by the engineer who created the
box for that application. The forum is also full of experienced AEM
users who are willing to help.
AEM also offers a FREE 2 day training seminar for tuning shops at AEM's
dyno facility in California. |

Big Stuff 3
Overview:
The Big Stuff 3 is one of the newest and most advanced ECU's on the market.
The Gen 3 ECU/PCM has more options and features vs cost than any other box
available. The built in PCM (Powertrain Control Module) is included for
use with street rods and late-model street machines that wish to control
the GM 4L60/80E and in 2005 the Ford AOD-E. |
| Latest
News- 1/1/04 Holley introduced the Pro s/w
as the standard for the Cmdr950 |
| Information Source
/ Company Response- Dennis Moore- Fonse Performance
John Meaney - Big Stuff 3 Inc |
Approximate
Cost
$1795-$2595
(Base system consists of ECU, main wiring harness, injector wiring harness,
BigStuff3 windows based software, communication cable, and wideband O2 sensor)
|
Hardware
Systems can be ordered as base or optionally with Internal Logger, Dual
WBO2, External Logger, Transmission Control or Coil on Plug. Ignition setup
is configurable via s/w. |
Software/Connection
Big Stuff 3 software features a Windows based user interface for a complete
memory map of system calibrations via a serial port in REAL TIME with Auto
learn self tuning function. |
| Hardware
Designed for: Anything from daily drivers
to all out 3000+ horsepower race cars. |
Special
Features
Internal or external datalogging of any ECU parameters as well as External
logging option (DAE) allows for additional recording of fuel & oil pressure,
pan vacuum, input & drive shaft speed, TCC slip % MPH and turbo back
pressure. 128k of on board RAM for internal data logging – 52 user selectable
channels. Twenty two (22) 16-bit channels & thirty (30) 8-bit channels,
10-bit resolution, with a 50Hz acquisition rate.
3 stages of boost control.
configurable Load & RPM axes
1-5 BAR map sensor
Capable of driving up to 16 low impedance injectors in a staged configuration
staged fuel pump capabilities
fan and fuel pump control standard
individual cylinder control of both fuel and spark available
Built-in Wideband O2 (single or dual option) with closed loop corrections
at all engine operating areas standard
Idle Air Control standard
Knock retard with programmable parameters standard |
Datalogging
Internal and external options available.
|
Additional
Items Needed
None other than GM compatible sensors that are readily available. |
Support
Sales/Technical support is available Monday through Friday
9am to 5pm EST at 609.820.5660. |
EEC-Tuner
Overview:
I got no response from them, I have heard they are
out of business... |
| Latest
News- |
| Information Source
/ Company Response- |
Approximate
Cost
Vendor -
|
Hardware
|
F.A.S.T. Fuel Air Spark Technology
Overview:
The
FAST™ Bank-to-Bank system is the enthusiast’s choice for an easy and affordable
EFI installation. Perfect for those who want to upgrade their fuel delivery
from carburetion to throttle body or EFI. It’s also ideal for improving
an existing TBI setup or converting it to EFI. This system is the right
choice
for street rods and late-model street machines, both domestic and import,
looking for improved reliability and driveability. While the FAST™ Bank-to-Bank
system is an economical value, it also offers high-tech performance. Unlike
a batch system, which fires all of the injectors at once, our Bank-To-Bank
system fires half of the injectors every 180 degrees of crankshaft rotation.
This system can be easily and effectively upgraded to a full Sequential
system at any time by using the available upgrade components. |
| Latest
News- Debuting a new system at SEMA show
along with a new line of handheld programmers and chips. |
| Information Source
/ Company Response- Jay Rorhback, FAST sales. |
Approximate
Cost
5.0L w/TFI system with Wideband O2 sensor goes for $2215.20 and 4.6L w/EDIS
system with Wideband O2 goes for $2319.20
(System consists of ECU, main wiring harness, injector wiring harness, C-ComWP
windows based software, communication cable, and wideband O2 sensor) |
Hardware
• True speed/density algorithm provides higher resolution for “big” injectors
and better idle control
• ECU is shock-resistant and incorporates a waterproof case and connectors
• ECU circuitry is hardened to prevent high-energy ignition interference
• Easy to install with step-by-step instructions
• ECU
• Main wiring harness with all connectors labeled
• Injector wiring harness
• 5-ft. communication cable (ECU to laptop)
• C-Com WP™ on CD |
Software/Connection
C-Com WP™ software features a Windows based user interface for a complete
memory map of system calibrations via a serial port in REAL TIME.
|
| Hardware
Designed for: Anything from daily drivers
to all out 3000+ horsepower race cars. |
Special
Features
datalogging of any ECU parameters
comes standard with 1 stage nitrous control
up to 4 stages nitrous control available
can be run in Bank-to-Bank mode or fully sequential available
fan and fuel pump control standard
individual cylinder control of both fuel and spark available
Built-in Wideband O2 with closed loop corrections at all engine operating
areas standard
Idle Air Control standard
Knock retard with programmable parameters standard |
Datalogging
Our advanced remote ECU Data Logger™
eliminates the need to have a laptop computer in the vehicle to capture
and record sensor data. Performance enthusiasts can use the data logger
to capture a vast range of performance-related data for subsequent download
to a computer. The user can then evaluate and modify a wide range of parameters
to fine tune engine performance without having to lift the hood. The ECU
Data Logger™ includes C-Com WP™ software
designed for use with FAST™ Bank-to-Bank and Sequential Fuel Injection (SEFI)
engine management systems. The C-Com WP™ software allows for
simultaneous display and editing of fuel maps, timing curves, enrichment
tables and data logs. |
Additional
Items Needed
None other than GM compatible sensors that are readily available from FAST
or local parts stores. |
Support
Sales/Technical support is available
Monday through Friday 9am to 6pm EST at 901-260-FAST(3278). |

Electromotive TEC^3
Overview:
I got no response from them, I tried calling and emailing
several times. |
| Latest
News- |
| Information Source
/ Company Response- |
Approximate
Cost
Vendor-
|
Hardware
|

Haltech
Overview:
Haltech E11v2-
The
Haltech E11 ECU is an ECU capable of controlling fully sequential fuel
injection and ignition control on 4,5,6,8,10 and 12 cylinder applications.
With 14 channels capable of controlling injection and ignition duties,
the E11 can support most modern engines with multi-coil ignition systems,
as well as conventional distributor ignition systems. The E11v2
could run a 5.0L motor in sequential injection / distributor mode, with
enough outputs to datalog up to 7 sensors.
Haltech E6X- For Fuel injected V8 Distributed cars, the
E6X can run them in Semi-sequential injection, distributor mode. Giving
full control over fuel and ignition events. For more info on the
E6X please check the bottom of this table.
|
| Latest
News- |
| Information Source
/ Company Response- Scott Hilzinger, Haltech
Support |
Approximate
Cost
$1700 AUD E6X flying lead kit
$2100 ADU E11v2
Vendor-
Contact Haltech for a dealer near you. |
| Hardware
The
kit includes- Haltech E11 ECU · Flying lead wiring loom ·
Fuse Block · Air Temp Sensor · Coolant Sensor · Throttle
Position Sensor · Serial Cable · Instruction Manual ·
Software · 2x Power Relays
|
Software/Connection
The latest Halwin software takes advantage
of the WindowsT graphical environment to provide a user friendly software
package for programming the E11 ECU. The Halwin software allows access to
adjustment of all settings and calibration maps. In addition the software
is capable of displaying live data in the form of graphical gauges for easy
viewing whilst connected to the ECU. The
use of bar graphs to display information, combined with the ability to manipulate
the bars without numerical entry, means that the fuel and ignition points
can be easily manipulated in real time. This can save valuable tuning time
resulting in less time on the dyno. This translates into cost savings for
the end user. |
Hardware
Designed for
Conversion from carburetion to fuel injection
Race and rally applications of all description |
Special
Features
Stepper motor and BAC/IAC closed loop Idle Control
Turbo wastegate control for boost control
O2 sensor closed loop mixture control
On board data logging (up to 200 samples per second)
Full 3D Maps with adjustable scaling for both load and rpm.
Numerous correction maps to ensure smooth drivability under varying operating
conditions
PC datalogging
Datalog graphical display
Numeric, 2D and 3D views for 3D maps
Online help system
Loading and Saving of maps
Firmware update ability
Base map library for popular engines
|
Datalogging
The
E11 is much more than a programmable engine management computer - it provides
logging of engine data and allows access in real time to maximise performance
and trouble-shoot problems in a vehicle while running or using it's on-board
memory. |
Additional
Items Needed
Everything needed to get an n/a car running is included in the flying lead
kits. |
Support
Available through e-mail
9-5 Monday to Friday, also telephone help world wide. We do have a forum
off the Haltech
website. |
Haltech
E6X-
The
E6X is based on the popular E6K model and offers all of the refinements
and additional features that Haltech have developed for the E6K over the
past
few years as well as some additional new features. The new Haltech E6X supersedes
the Haltech E6K in the Haltech product range. The Haltech E6X is a
powerful "real-time" programmable fuel injection and ignition
system computer designed to control most ignition type engines. Whether
1-6, 8, 10 or 12 cylinders, 1-2 rotors, naturally aspirated,turbocharged
or supercharged, the HALTECH E6X can control it.
The E6X System optimizes engine performance through the following capabilities:
· ignition timing control
· fuel control
· idle speed control
· closed loop
The E6X is much more than a programmable fuel injection computer - it provides
logging of engine data and allows access in real time to maximize performance
and trouble-shoot problems in a vehicle while running. A list of just some
of the features added to the new E6X are;
· New "Internal Toggle" feature - Up to 4 Fuel Channel
or 4 Ignition Channels. (Max 4 Fuel and 2 ignition outputs simultaneously).
This allows the new E6X system to run 4 cylinder engines with fully sequential
fuel delivery and wasted spark direct fire ignitions. · New internal
RA8 Reluctor adaptor provides superior
performance with all magnetic reluctance type pickup sensors. This new Reluctor
adaptor circuit is specially designed to also allow 'piggy-back' style installation
of the system and eliminate any chance of interference between the Haltech
and an existing ECU. (Note: A 'piggy-back' style installation is where
the Haltech is installed in addition to an existing factory ECU and the
sensors are shared between the ECU's, This allows a factory ECU to be retained
in the car to control other things such as automatic transmissions). ·
Easier Installation - New layout makes fuel and ignition wiring easier ·
Support for new crank trigger types. E.G. Mazda FS, Daihatsu, MY02 WRX.
· Now with Dual-Mapping feature. This allows the ECU to store two
complete sets of fuel and ignition maps. These maps can then be toggled
at the flick of a switch and no need for the Laptop. This is great for applications
where different types of fuel are being used or even dual fuel such as petrol-LPG
type application · Improved functionality with Motronic type triggers.
It is no longer
necessary to specify the unit is for a Motronic type trigger application.
All Haltech E6X units are fully Motronic compatible in standard trim. Typical
Applications:
· Control of fuel injection on modified engines
· Conversion from carburetion to fuel injection
· Race and rally applications of all description
· Design and development purposes
· Educational use by universities and technical colleges
· Original equipment in cars and motorcycles.
The patented HALTECH system of programming virtually eliminates the input
of numbers. You simply manipulate bar graphs by pressing arrows keys on
the attached PC running Haltech Programming software. Manipulating the bars
allows you to increase or decrease the amount of fuel delivered or ignition
advance at that particular RPM and load point. The process is repeated for
all load points in each rpm range. This means both fuel delivery and ignition
timing can be precisely mapped through the RPM ranges so that the exact
fuel delivery and ignition timing required to obtain optimum performance
is applied in every RPM and load range. You may also want to consider a
4 Wire oxygen sensor if you intend to run a closed loop setup. The factory
1,2 or 3-wire O2 sensors are compatible with the Haltech, but not as accurate
as the Haltech 4-wire sensor. A fresh O2 sensor can make tuning more predictable,
especially when coupled with the Haltuner. |
| |

Holley Holley Commander 950
Overview:
Vendor/Reseller: Fonse Performance, Summitt |
| Latest
News- 1/1/04 Holley introduced the Pro s/w
as the standard for the Cmdr950 |
| Information Source
/ Company Response- Dennis Moore / Fonse
Performance |
Approximate
Cost
Cmdr950: $880-1050
MAP Sensor: 1 BAR included (2+3 BAR are $52 and $134)
Narrowband O2:
3 wire heated O2 included.
Wideband O2: Any standalond WBO2 can be added. |
Hardware
A new Batch Fire ECU which can mount in place of the stock one or where
desired. Additional wiring or vehicle modifications are required. Comes
with new Main and Injector harness for cleaner look. The system requires
the use of GM coolant, air temp sensors (included) and a GM IAC (Does not
support PWM IAC) The ECU has a configurable Ignition setup. Will work with
TFI distributors, aftermarket distributors, Hall effect systems or crank
trigger |
Software/Connection
Windows based, state of the art graphical software via serial cable to a
laptop. The Cmdr950 software is universal so if you friend has one, you
can use their laptop and download your map. Startup calibrations provided
at no additional cost. |
| Hardware
Designed for: Has been used successfully
in anything from a 225hp stock Mustang to a 1600hp race car. |
Special
Features
All special features come standard out of the box. You don't pay extra for
anything. This includes, Single pulse or Dual pulse per revolution injector
firing sequence, TBI control, Closed Loop WBO2 support, Internal Datalogger,
Fan control or 2 user selectable outputs via any RPM, TPS or MAP value,
fuel pump control, knock sensor feedback control, Decel Fuel Cutoff, Programmable
Load and RPM scale for best resolution of boosted engines.
Onboard 512kb Datalogger · 1Dedicated coil outputs · 2 General
Purpose Outputs · 2 Definable Switch Inputs · Full Idle Control
for stepper motors · Definable Knock Control |
Datalogging
Yes, comes standard out of the box.
You can datalog any sensor in the system and 2 additional analog inputs.
Includes software to analyze your datalogs. You can datalog directly to
a PC or datalog onto the onboard memory on the Cmdr950 and then download
it later. You can also control when the datalogging automatically comes
on or off based on any of the parameters selectable |
Additional
Items Needed
If you are using low impedance injectors you will need a low impedance driver
box. |
Support
Support Hotline, call
Holley Tech Service direct or vendor support, very comprehensive installation/tuning
manual for every feature included w/ system. |

MegaSquirt
Vendor/reseller:
Kits are available from DIY
Autotune.com Bowling
and Grippo or Glen's
Garage.
See www.megasquirt.info
[FAQ] & www.msefi.com
[support forums] for more general information.
Click the link for more
purchasing information.
Overview:
MegaSquirt is the
open source Do-It-Yourself engine management system developed by Bruce Bowling
and Al Grippo. It is a speed density (MAP sensor is on the PCB) or alpha-N
system, MAF is not an option. All hardware,
schematics,
code sources,
etc. are publicly available. You buy
a kit and solder
it together yourself (though some people offer assembled units for sale).
The basic kit is for fuel management only, though some people have developed
code modifications (and some minor hardware modifications) to allow MegaSquirt
to control distributor
and wasted-spark
type (EDIS) ignition advance timing. An upgrade to be available very
shortly is MegaSquirt
II which will add ignition control to the basic MegaSquirt,
as well as stepper motor IAC control, finer fuel control, and a number of
other features.
A number of support products are offered, including a stimulator
to test the unit independent of the vehicle wiring, relay
board to simplify wiring in previously carburetted cars, a dash-top
tuning module called MegaView. |
| Information
Source / Company Response- I sent an email
to Lance
at MegaSquirt support
and I received a very timely and informative response. |
| Latest
News- The following products are in development
now and will be available over the next year: an advance processor upgrade
(MegaSquirtII)
that includes ignition
control, stepper
motor IAC control, larger
tuning tables, etc.; a precision
wide-band controller for the cheap Bosch LSU4 sensor; and UltraMegaSquirt,
a high end EMS unit design for maximum flexibility. |
Approximate Cost
MegaSquirt: ~$174
MegaSquirtII Upgrade: to be determined, probably around $50
MAP Sensor: ~$18 (included in above)
Wideband O2 gauge: requires a separate controller board, such as the DIY-WB,
Tech Edge, or Innovate units. Will use the signal from these for fuel feedback
control, tuning software is set up for this. |
Hardware
Replaces existing ECU, or can be used to inject previously carbureted cars.
Designed as a 'universal' controller, it is compatible with high and low
impedance injectors. It fires in 'batch' or 'bank' fire, sequential injection
is NOT offered. |
Software/Connection
Windows
based, state of the art graphical software via serial cable to a laptop.
The open source, free MegaTune
software is universal. Startup calibrations provided via MegaTune software,
based on torque and horsepower peaks. |
Hardware Designed
for
Has been used successfully
in anything from a 500cc motorcycle to a 1600hp race car.
There are currently two injection controller processors: MegaSquirt
is designed to replace the carb in an older vehicle, and controls only fuel.
MegaSquirtII
is an upgrade for the standard MegaSquirt processor that is designed to
also control ignition, and IAC, and is a better replacement for OEM EFI
vehicles. Both require considerable harness modifications. |
Special
Features
- Fuel calculations are based on mathematical equations and physical
formulas relating directly to your vehicle - many other existing systems
rely soley on trial-and-error, estimation or guesswork for fuel delivery.
- All of the embedded microprocessor code executed in MegaSquirt was
hand-written directly in assembler, not compiled from a high-level language.
Working directly in assembler produces the tightest and fastest-executing
code possible, even compared to the most efficient C compiler available.
The result is that MegaSquirt can provide real-time fuel calculations
up to 16,000 RPM!
- Electronic Control Unit based on the Motorola MC68HC908GP32 Flash-based
microcontroller operating at an internal bus speed of 8 Megahertz (this
is bus speed - remember that most microprocessors spec their parts at
external crystal speed, which is then divided down by four to yield
internal bus speed). Many OEM and popular aftermarket EFI systems use
older processor technology (like the MC68HC11 or Z80) which operate
at 1 or 2 Mhz internal bus speed. The faster clock speed, coupled with
direct assembly-language programming, gives MegaSquirt its power. Additionally,
the on-chip Flash memory makes this a true single-chip setup, reducing
cost and extending reliability. Also, using Flash technology allows
the instant re-programming of constants, enrichments, etc. while the
vehicle is running. - the processor can even be re-loaded with other
control code using a simple programming interface! The flash can be
re-written at least 10,000 times and has a retention duration of 20
years.
- Input triggering for injection events is derived from an existing
ignition system - either by connection to a conventional Kettering ignition
coil (- terminal) or by using the TACH signal available from virtually
any OEM or aftermarket ignition system. MegaSquirt uses an on-board
opto-isolator to prevent damage due to inductive kick backs present
on ignition coils. Remember, MegaSquirt only controls fuel, not ignition
(unless you upgrade to MegaSquirtII,
or use one of the MegaSquirt ignition variants developed by other people).
- Input trigger events (compared to ignition events) can be divided
by any number between one and eight (number of cylinders must be evenly
divisible by this injection number) - this means that there can be an
injection event for every ignition event, or an injection event for
every other ignition event (skip one), and so on depending on selection.
The user can switch which injection division number to use while the
car is running - the system will scale the required fuel amount properly
on the fly.
- On most batch injection computer systems, every injector will fire
for any injection event. MegaSquirt has two separate injector drivers
(discussed below), and they can be operated in simultaneous mode (both
banks fire at the same time) or alternate mode (the banks fire alternately
in a ping-pong fashion) - this allows for more flexibility in the end-application.
- Two injector drivers are provided to directly operate either saturated
(high-impedance) or "peak and hold" (low-impedance) injectors. The on-board
drivers feature a PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) current limit mode which
is totally under the control of the user - both PWM application time
relative to injection event and duty cycle is adjustable. Virtually
any current-limit amount and time can be programmed, allowing this controller
to be used with pretty much any injector out there.
- MegaSquirt features an on-board Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor
(Motorola MPX4250). Having the MAP sensor on-board simplifies installation
(one just runs a vacuum line to the ECU) and keeps the measurement signal
clean, which is very important since the MAP signal is the most critical
to proper fuel control. The sensor handles 3 to 36 psi absolute (~21
lbs of boost), or 20 to 250 kPa. The MAP sensor is additionally used
to obtain the barometric pressure during engine startup, in order to
determine a barometric pressure correction factor (explained below).
- Coolant and Air-Temperature sensors are inexpensive (roughly US$9.00)
GM units readily available from any parts store (GM #12146312). These
sensors were been used on practically all GM cars in the 1980's and
are easy to find - the same is true for the correct connectors. Also,
the inputs to the ECU for the coolant, MAT, and TPS are protected from
voltage spikes and noise, and there is both hardware and software low-pass
filtering implemented to ensure clean signal measurement. All sensor
output voltages (coolant, MAT and MAP) are converted to engineering
units (kPa and degrees F) in the embedded software using lookup tables.
This means that if another sensor, such as the Ford sensor, is used,
then all one needs to do is generate the transfer function lookup table
using the free EasyTherm
software.
- MegaSquirt uses an oxygen sensor as feedback for mixture AFR control.
MegaSquirt is compatable with single wire (unheated - like Bosch Part
Number 12014, used everywhere ) as well as heated units. All parameters
that control the feedback (step size and rate, range, trip threshold
voltage) are user-controlled. Additionally, since the trip point voltage
is user-defined, MegaSquirt is compatible with the DIY-WB (wide band)
oxygen sensor board - one simply sets the desired air/fuel ratio trip
voltage and you are there.
- Air density corrections as a function of manifold air temperature
(MAT) and barometric pressure effects on VE are pre-computed as lookup
tables and properly used by the ECU in the fuel calculation. Most aftermarket
EFI controllers allow the user to set the air temperature correction
- MegaSquirt uses the mathematical equation for air density to generate
this correction, so no user intervention is required. More importantly,
many aftermarket EFI controllers do not take account the effect of barometric
pressure change to volumetric efficiency. This correction comes into
play at high altitudes (i.e. low barometric pressures). MegaSquirt uses
a lookup table to determine this correction, and is consistent with
OEM systems.
- All enrichment values (i.e. warmup, acceleration, VE, etc) are calculated
as direct percentages and are multipled together (instead of added).
This allows one to work directly in percentages, which is easy for people
to mentally visualize, with the result that tuning becomes much easier.
Adding 25% more fuel is acheived simply by increasing a quantity by
25. A value of 100% represents the nominal required fuel for a cylinder
- a number less than this represents an enleanment and a value above
this represents an enrichment. Other systems use direct or scaled AFR
values or numbers of unknown or weird units (especially Alpha-N units)
- tuning an engine is difficult enough without having to constantly
convert crazy numbers to Air-Fuel Ratios.
- There is a 64-point Volumetric Efficiency (VE) table, organized as
a conventional grid eight RPM points vs. eight MAP points. The entries
in the VE table are in direct percentages, so that a number of 80 means
that the VE is 80%. You can take direct dyno VE values and plug them
right in without any conversions. Additionally, specific RPM and MAP
range points are adjustable by the end user, a very nice feature. No,
there are not hundreds of VE grid points, only 64 - this allows for
plenty of control of the engine without having to fill in a bunch of
grid points with redundant values. In addition, the value of VE is *correctly*
interpolated between grid points and is truncated to the grid edge points
when outside of the table - this is not the case with other systems
on the market.
- There is an output control signal (current sink up to 500ma) designed
to drive an idle bypass solenoid (open/close solenoid, not a stepper),
which allows the addition of more air at idle during warmup. The activation/deactivation
temperature is set by the user. (Note that MS-II will drive a stepper
style IAC motor.)
- A relay drive circuit (up to 500 ma) is provided to control power
to the fuel pump. Signal is active while the engine is cranking or running,
and will deactivate 2 seconds after the last ignition event.
- A nice feature on the MegaSquirt controller not found on other systems
are three indicator LEDs which reflect the current operating mode of
the controller. The first LED pulses whenever there is an injection
event, and the glow duration follows the actual injector pulse width.
The second LED is active whenever the ECU is in a warmup enrichment
state (i.e not at 100%). The third LED indicates an acceleration enrichment,
and is active during the entire duration of the event. Extremely useful,
especially during installation and debug. Flashing lights also look
"cool", particularly when you show off your controller to others.
- The best feature of MegaSquirt is that you build it yourself! Since
you assemble the controller, and all information about the design is
available to you, you are able to troubleshoot the board if a problem
arises, and, in almost all cases, repair the unit yourself. The system
as it exists today is a complete turn-key solution: solder it together,
install in the vehicle or boat, tune, and use. The complete source code
is available on this site for those who want to understand or even modify
the control algorithms - one can convert this board to control nitrous,
alcohol, methanol, LPG, etc. - there is really no limit.
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Datalogging
Yes,
comes standard. You can datalog any/all sensors/actuators in the system
at up to 20 times per second. MSLVV
and MSTweak3000
software to view and analyze your datalogs. You datalog directly to
a laptop PC. |
Additional Items Needed
MegaSquirt is the ECU
only. In order to make the MegaSquirt controller work on YOUR Mustang, boat,
chain saw, or whatever, you will need a variety of tools, skills, and knowledge.
You also need a number of fuel injection components, as MegaSquirt is the
electronic controller only. Click
here for a complete list of skills, tools, and parts you NEED to install
MegaSquirt.
Installing the MegaSquirt controller in a vehicle that already has EFI means
you will need to consider how you will run the ignition and any other devices
the OEM ECU controls [such as the transmission, speedometer and other gauges,
and emissions devices], how you will interface the MegaSquirt to your existing
wiring harness, and whether you can reuse your existing sensors.
If you want to use boost control you have to run separate embedded code
and some additional hardware.. |
Support
There is an extensive
manual
that covers purchasing, assembly, wiring and sensors, tuning, turbocharging,
and many, many other topics. The manual has many tips and hints for sourcing
components from other vehicles. It is a must read.
The MegaSquirt forums
are also full of experienced MegaSquirt users who are willing to help.
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Motec
Overview:
Motec
works closely with major racing, rally teams, competition engine companies
and automobile manufacturers. The desire of these organizations to achieve
optimum performance in their area of expertise has given MoTeC the impetus
to continually improve.
Examples of this include
Data Acquisition, Overrun Boost Enhancement and Boost Control on rally
cars, Traction Control, Full Throttle Upshifts and Gear Dependant Shift
Lights on race cars, Close Loop Lambda Control (Narrow Band & Wide
Band), Idle Speed Control and Sophisticated Acceleration / Deceleration
Enrichment / Enleanment on road cars.
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Latest News- The
E888 and E816 units offer increased Inputs and Outputs to the ADL via a
CAN connection. The E888 is ideal for drag racing V8 applications as it
features 8 built in thermocouple amplifiers for use with K-type thermocouples.
It also includes 8 analogue voltage inputs, 4 digital inputs and 2 temp
inputs that are intended for use as temperature compensation inputs for
the K-type thermocouples. The E816 offers 16 analogue voltage inputs, 4
digital inputs and 2 temp inputs. Both units include 8 fully programmable
auxiliary outputs.
MoTeC now offers customers support for fully variable camshaft control and
drive by wire systems. This option is available for the M400, M600, M800
and M880 |
| Information Source-
Paul Bird (a Turbomustangs.com member and
Motec user) and the Motec web page. |
Approximate
Cost
M800 - $4,300 to $12,000 depending on options which include single wideband
($910), second wideband ($403), additional 1mb memory ($330), additional
3mb memory ($757), sequential 10/12 cylinder operation ($516), Pro Analysis
($1,246), telemetry ($980), remote logging ($870), variable camshaft control
($513), mulit-spark multi-pulse ($285), drive by wire control ($591)
Also available: Fully programmable data logging dash, small steering wheel
mounted non data logging dash, shift light, ignition expander (for running
up to 12 cylinders sequential), traction control mux for full traction
and launch control.
Vendor
Sold through Motec dealer network which requires specific training and
an onsite dyno. The list is available on the Motec web page.
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Hardware
Stand Alone EMS replaces stock eec. Can be spliced into stock wiring and
is compatible with a vast majority of stock sensors and triggers. |
Software/Connection
The
Motec ECU's are connected to a laptop or PC via a CAN interface cable. This
cable plugs into the parallel port of the PC.
There
are two standard programs that are used with the Motec M800. One is the
'ECU Manager' program that gives a real time and 100% configurable dashboard
as well as spreadsheet tables for adjustments to all configuration parameters.
It also allows the tuner to test and trigger all outputs including injectors
and ignition for testing and troubleshooting.
The
second software package is the 'Interpreter' which is used for logged data
analysis. It too is fully configurable and allows the user to view any and
all logged data in a multitude of formats. |
Hardware
Designed for
Everything from a chain saw to a Formula
1 car without changing a thing on the box other than the configuration program.
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Special
Features
The M800 and the M880 series of ECU's feature capabilities to run a variety
of different engines up to 12 cylinders. If you are using a 3 rotor rotary
engines the M800 is the ECU for you. The M800 can control up to 8 high flow
injectors or 12 low flow injectors in Sequential Mode. With expanded functionality
over the M4 and M48 the M800 offers the ultimate in engine controllability.
The M800 is CAN capable which means it can send data over a CAN bus to our
ADL Dash or other CAN enabled device. It has the capacity to read two 5-wire
Wide Band Lambda sensors for Bank to Bank feedback control. It is compact
and lightweight, only 500 grams. Features upgraded microprocessor and memory
which accelerates overall speed. The M800/880 ECUs feature MoTeC's heralded
Windows based ECU Manager which allows the user to define custom display
templates depending on what type of tuning he is engaged in. M800/880 were
some of the first ECUs in the industry to offer drive by wire control capability
as well as fully variable camshaft timing control for as many as 4 camshafts
per engine.
Faster Processing:
A new generation time co-processor enhances control of Fuel and Ignition.
Leading edge processor means data can be logged at up to 200 samples per
second. Digital
Triggering for more accurate signals:
M800's digital triggering system is customizable and programmable to suit
any engine and includes sophisticated diagnostics that monitor the quality
of trigger signals. Programmable filter characteristics allow the noise
filter characteristics to be adjusted to suit the sensor system which
gives improved noise rejection. This ensures the integrity of the trigger
signals even in the most noisy environments. The DTS continuously monitors
the quality of the trigger sensor signals and will give a warning if the
quality of the signal is poor allowing trigger system problems to be rectified
before they cause an operational problem.
Inputs
Ref and Sync Trigger Magnetic Sensors (User Programmable trigger Levels)
and Hall Sensors
6 Temperature Inputs User programmable as:
Engine Temperature,
Air Temp, Oil Temperature, Other sensors configurable
8 Voltage Inputs User programmable as:
Map Sensor,
Mass Air Flow Sensor, Gear Position, Other sensors configurable
2 Lambda Sensor Inputs
User Programmable as:
Narrow Band
and High Speed Wide Band
4 Digital Inputs User Programmable as:
Wheel Speeds, Nitrous Control, Speed Limiting
Communications:
CAN for diagnostics and tuning, RS232 for telemetry
Outputs:
8 Fuel Injector
Drivers (Hi and Low Impedance), Programmable Current Outputs, Unused outputs
can be used as Auxiliary Outputs.
Ignition Drivers
Up to 6 outputs for multi coil applications, Unused outputs can be used
as Auxiliary Outputs
8 Auxiliary Outputs
Programmable as:
Waste Gate Control, Idle Up valves, Fuel Pump Relay, Stepper Motor Control,
Driver Warning Lights, Additional Devices |
Datalogging
Standard 200 hz with over 500 channels available.
Additional logging at 1000 hz via CAN to ADL dash.
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Additional Items Needed
Ignition igniter. An external CDI (MSD DIS-4, Motec CDI, AEM CD2I), stand
alone igniter (Bosch 2,3, or 4 channel) or coil with integrated igniter
is required. |
Support
World Wide via toll free
number and email to provide troubleshooting and sample configuration files.
Track side and dyno side support available for $500/day. |

PMS
Overview:
The Programmable Management System, P.M.S.,
is a plug-n-play system that works with your stock processor. The P.M.S.
goes far beyond the capabilities of a performance chip, offering a broad
selection of adjustments and tuning. Now you can take advantage of aftermarket
performance components while still using the stock engine control computer.
The P.M.S. offers a user-friendly interface with a large variety of options. |
| Latest News- Anderson
Ford Motorsport has introduced the PMS system for the modular motor vehicles
along with new data logging software, InterACQ. Also released is the PMS
Upgrade for pre-04 models. A new chip, new handheld, and manual is included
in the upgrade. |
| Information Source
/ Company Response- The information was supplied
by Troy Chapman, co-owner of StangTuning.com with input from Brian Koestner
and Rick Anderson of Anderson Ford Motorsport. |
Approximate
Cost
1987-1995 Mustangs $857.00 or $1,057.00 w/ Low Impedence Driver
1996-1998 Mustangs $1,077
1999-up Mustangs $1,077
1999-up Lightning and Harley Truck $1,077
Plug-in Low Impedence Driver $249.00
3-bar MAP sensor for boosted applications $85.00
Pre-04 PMS Upgrade $249.00 Optional
Hardware:
AFM/EFI wideband sensor kit $549.00
InterACQ for Windows $269.00
InterLOG for Windows $175.00
Vendor
Anderson Ford Motorsport (888) 715-6487 www.andersonfordmotorsport.com
AFM is the exclusive dealer for the Programmable Management System and
with the purchase of the PMS system you will receive a free start-up tune.
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Hardware
Each P.M.S. system comes with the P.M.S. purple box, wire harness, hand-held
monitor, 9pin serial cable, user manual, and data sheet.
The InterACQ and InterLOG come with software disc and user manual. |
Software/Connection
The Programable Management System plugs
inline with your stock processor and the handheld controller uses a seriel
cable that plugs into the PMS box. Essentially is a "plug-n-play"
set-up. |
Hardware
Designed for
Stock mustang or 1000+hp Mustangs |
Special
Features
Programmable Management System
· Global fuel adjustments.
· Air temp and water temp fuel and timing adjustments can be made
from –40 degrees to +250 degrees.
· TPS voltages are now adjustable, which means you are able to set
Idle and WOT voltages.
· Easier to use controller with adjustments down to 500rpm increments
starting at 2000rpms.
· All engine data is displayed on one screen with the new handheld
controller.
· Start-Up fuel controls to help hard starts on cars using 42lb or
bigger injectors.
· Air fuel mixture is fully adjustable.
· Idle mixture and timing is fully adjustable.
· New Standalone Control, which overrides the stock processor giving
the PMS full control where the rev limiter can be moved up to 9900rpms.
Standalone Fuel and Timing adjustments can also be controlled independently
as low as 2000rpms.
· Total spark and rate of advance is adjustable.
· Built in Two-Step rev limiter.
· Two programmable RPM/Throttle Output accessory control switches.
· Tunable nitrous oxide adjustment table.
· Tunable Supercharger or Turbocharger timing and fuel adjustments
up to 30lbs of boost.
· Plug-N-Play installation
· Installs in less than an hour.
· New user-friendly manual and controls.
InterACQ
· Comprehensive PMS control, data acquisition, and Standalone Design
and Editing.
· Automatic connection and triggering for racing.
· Logbook to keep track of data runs.
· Customizable monitors (i.e. wideband 02 sensor)
InterLOG
· Data logging only features of InterACQ. |
Datalogging
There are two datalogging programs that
the work with the PMS, the InterACQ and InterLOG. These are window-based
programs and uses the 9pin serial cable to connect to the laptop, also a
RS232 to USB adapter can be used. The InterACQ offers datalogging and more
detailed control over the PMS settings. The InterLOG is a datalogging only
program. |
Additional
Items Needed
Nothing else is needed.
You can purchase the AFM UEGO 1000 wideband kit and have the PMS/InterACQ
display and datalog wideband readings. The UEGO 1000 kit is $549.00. |
Support
You can contact Anderson Ford
Motorsport through their tech line (217) 935-2384 and you can download all
the user manuals from their website.
Additional support can be found at www.stangtuning.com |

Superchips SCT
Overview:
Superchips Custom Tuning is a Software based
tuning solution for all Ford EEC based cars, this includes EEC-IV and EEC-V
cars and trucks, not just Mustangs. SCT software allows you to achieve stock
drivability with complete control over every aspect of the EEC. Every parameter
in the software is
given a detailed description, every control system in the EEC is explained
in detail. The software is backed by a full technical support team, including
online Forums (www.modulardepot.com) and SCT staff. You have complete control
of over 320+ parameters in the EEC with detailed explanations with this
software. |
| Latest News- |
| Information Source
/ Company Response- I emailed Rob
LaSota an SCT Tuner that I know and all of the information came from
him. |
Approximate
Cost
From www.modulardepot.com or www.modularmadness.com
Raptor OBD-II Data logger - $475.00
Microtuner - $399
Peo-programmed chips and Microtuners as well as dynotunes are available
from any SCT dealer, such as www.lasotaracing.com
Through modulardepot.com, SCT offers what they call the "Pro Racer
Package". This package includes a chip burner, software, and a single
4 position chip. The package can alternately be ordered with a "flasher"
(for OBDII port connection) rather than the EEC mounted chip. The cost is
$795. With
this software/burner, you can put 4 programs on the chip. To make any changes,
just edit the program and reburn. You can buy additional chips for other
vehicles you own to use with the burner. If you want to burn chips for other
people's cars, SCT can set you up with some sort of business agreement. |
Hardware
A USB chip burner, that is the fastest on the market and chip that plugs
into the stock EEC. The chip's are all four bank, and you have the option
of using a four program switch chip with capacity for for seperate four
bank programs, plus the stock tune, plus anti-theft.
OR Handheld Microtuner Flasher that holds 3 tunes and the stock tune.
You make changes to your calibration on a laptop, upload the changes to
the Microtuner then you plug the Microtuner into the ECU and flash the new
program in. The whole process takes about 10 minutes. You can
not make real time changes. The Microtuner also doubles as an OBD-II
code scanner. |
Software/Connection
Windows based
software that has been in development and testing for years. Most hardware
connections are USB. A reader recently submitted this addition:
After purchasing the
sct prp they make you sign a 6 page license agreement. To use the software
the user must have a "key". If your computer crashes you will
need to get another key. If the original purchaser grows out of the sct
prp the software cannot be sold. However, the hardware can be sold and
the purchaser can buy the software and license from SCT.
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Hardware
Designed for
Any EEC based Ford vehicle, from a 1987 Mustang to a 2003 F-150 pickup,
if it has a mass air EEC the software will work. The software is popular
in any corner of Rord racing, its been used on stock Focus and full on race
Mustangs. Its intended for anyone who wants to tune their Ford EEC vehicle
the correct way. The later EEC-V's provide more control and functionality
than the EEC-IV. Lasota racing believes you can tune any street driven
car regardless of power level with the chip or Microtuner, he does not recommend
anyone go to a stand alone system for a street driven car. |
Special
Features
On '99 and up manual Mustangs, the software has the ability to program a
two-step launch control. |
Datalogging
With the Raptor Datalogger you can datalog
any OBD-II ford vehicle. |
Additional Items Needed
A
Windows laptop computer. |
Support
SCT has
provided support for individual users at the Mod Depot and directly from
their dealers. They also have a 800 # tech line. |

Tweecer
Overview:
The TwEECer "piggy backs" on to the i/o bus of the EEC allowing
the contents of the external flash ROM to be substituted for the OEM ROM
contents. This method is used by almost all of the "custom" chip
makers to implement custom calibrations to fit any performance enhancements
made to the engine. The TwEECer was the first of this type of interface
to allow for real time updates and data logging. First with disabling the
external ROM and returning to the OEM calibration with out having to remove
the "chip" module. First with a security / anti theft option. |
| Latest
News- Currently developing a feature for
the RT to read DTC's for EECIV and EECV. |
| Information Source
/ Company Response- Mike Glover, owner and
creator of the tweecer responded to my email in about 4 weeks. |
Approximate
Cost
Base TwEECer -- $380
TwEECer RT -- $550
Base to RT Upgrade -- $195 (prices
do not include local sales tax or shipping)
Vendor-
www.tweecer.com
for local reseller. |
Hardware-
A small piece that plugs into the IO port
of the EEC. Available for:
1987-2004 5.0L 4.6L 3.8L Mustangs
1994-1997 TBirds and Cougars
1993-1995 GENI Lightnings
1999-2000 GENII Lightnings
1988 Lincoln LSC
1994-1995 Crown Vic
1999 SVT Contour |
Software/Connection
Windows based GUI using USB to communicate
between the PC/Laptop and TwEECer. |
Hardware
Designed for
Almost any application from 2.3 turbos,
stock Mustangs to 1500hp race cars. Generally the tunability of the SDS
can tame radical engine combinations to run on the street. Limits of the
system are 30lbs of boost and 9500 rpm. Of course, you must have injectors
and fuel system that is large enough to support the power. |
Special
Features
TBA. |
Datalogging
Only available with the TwEECer RT. |
Additional
Items Needed
Desktop PC or Laptop running WIN98SE, WIN2K or WINXP
Additional Items
Recomended:
DATAQ DI-194 4channel
Serial A/D (can be used to log external inputs such as wideband, boost,
etc..) |
Support
Your first line of support
is your dealer and additional support is available through our BBS and a
yahoo group, both of which are open to everyone. |

Western Motorsports / Simple Digital Systems Programmable Fuel Injection
System
Overview:
Western Motorsports uses an SDS computer
built specifically for their application. WMS then builds the wiring
harness and lean/rich controller. |
Latest
News- WMS Wideband O2 sensor – a complete
stand alone system using Bosch LSU4.2 sensor and Bosch calibration chip
for accuracy. Included is
LED dash mounted display and datalogging software. |
| Information Source
/ Company Response- The information was supplied
by Shannon Wall at WMS. The company was very responsive to my email. |
Approximate
Cost
$1095.00 Plug in system - fits Ford EEC-IV equipped cars and trucks and
other vehicles with 302, 5.0, 351W, 351C, 460 and 2.3 Turbo.
$1249.00 Plug in system - fits 96+ Mustang and other EEC-V vehicles with
4.6 and 5.4 Modular engines.
$1349.00 Full harness system for race cars, street rods, and other Ford
engines with distributor.
$399.00 Wideband O2 sensor, complete system with digital display
Vendor-
www.wmsracing.com |
Hardware
ECU – replaces stock ecu altogether. Wiring harness – Plug in versions to
stock EEC-IV or EEC-V harness. Full harness version connects directly to
injectors, distributor, sensors etc. LCD Programmer – All programming
and monitoring of sensors is done in the supplied programmer, no laptop
is needed.
Lean / rich controller – makes easy adjustments to fuel curve, very useful
for tuning. Map sensor – 1 bar (naturally aspirated), 2 bar (up to
15lbs boost) or
3 bar (up to 30lbs boost) included at no extra cost. Low Impedence
injector drivers – included at no cost if low impedence injectors are being
used. |
Software/Connection
No additional software is needed with the
SDS as all programming and monitoring is done in the handheld programmer
– no laptop is needed. Programming is far easier than most DFI systems as
there is no complicated software to use. The SDS system is designed so the
average person can tune the car themselves. A base program, based on your
engine specs is installed initially so it will start up and run. |
Hardware
Designed for
Almost any application from 2.3 turbos,
stock Mustangs to 1500hp race cars. Generally the tunability of the SDS
can tame radical engine combinations to run on the street. Limits of the
system are 30lbs of boost and 9500 rpm. Of course, you must have injectors
and fuel system that is large enough to support the power. |
Special
Features
Each system includes the handheld programmer for tuning. All typical features
are included in the system including rev limiter, boost limiter, closed
loop control, fan control, fuel pump control, rpm output (shift light or
other), anti-lag programming. High or low impedence injectors are supported.
Only options that can be added are knock sensor and a backlight display
for the programmer. |
Datalogging
You can monitor all sensors in real
time in the programmer. This includes rpm, air temp, water temp, injector
duty cycle, boost, timing, tp, voltage. No additional datalogging is supported
from the SDS computer itself. Our new Wideband O2 sensor does include datalogging
software and can log air/fuel ratio and rpm to a laptop. |
Additional
Items Needed
An ignition box like basic MSD 6A, Crane Hi-6 etc are needed as an amplifier.
The SDS controls the ignition and takes care of rev limiters, timing retard
etc. |
Support
Tech support is virtually
unlimited via phone or email. System is covered by a 1 year warranty. |
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