ElectromotiveElectromotive TecIIMain Features--high energy DIS (Direct Ignition System)-exhaust sensor for closed loop fuel control-IAC (idle air control) for steady and smooth idle-Fully adjustable, three-dimensional, spark timing curve using rpm versus engine load (MAP)-Full 0 to 6-degrees of spark advance control with plus/minus 0.25 degrees resolution at 64 various engine operating levels-Programmable with PC software
Why the Pros Like It--unit comes complete and ready to install, no need to purchase additional harness or sensors-ease of tuning-maintains excellent driveability-crank trigger is accurate
Why You'll Like It--utilizes check engine light as diagnostic reader-force-induced engines can go as high as 28.5 psi-high resolution crankshaft trigger-chassis constructed of CNC billet aluminum
You Might Not Like It Because--price may be discouraging-does not have built-in memory-needs to have a lap top attached to data log-slow processor
Average Cost-$1,972 for four-cylinder applications
SourceElectromotive Inc.,Dept. SS099131 Centreville Rd.Manassas, VA 20110703/331-0100www.electromotive-inc.com
SR Motorsports,Dept. SS09320 Fairview Ave.Brentwood, CA 94513925/516-7382www.srx7.com
ZdyneZdyne Gold SECU (Honda only)Main Features--3D adjustment of fuel and spark-force induced timing and fueling-fuel recurving for larger injectors-VTEC control and adjustment-Nitrous control and timing retard
Why the Pros Like It--retains stock ECU-easy to program and tune-no manipulation of stock wiring harness
Why You'll Like It--very affordable-launch and full throttle clutch cut-hot and cold rev limits-retains stock ECU, plug and play
Why You Might Not Like It--cannot monitor/control as many input/outputs as standalone unit
Average Cost-$950
SourceZdyneDept. SS096931 Topanga Canyon Blvd. #8Canoga Park, CA 91303818/888-5350www.zdyne.com
MOTECMoTec M8Main Features--top of the line unit-high speed, 32 bit, 33MHz processor-sequential injection and individual cylinder tuning-most in/outputs in entire MoTec series-options include data logging of 512kb and dual wide-band temperature compensated lambda inputs-traction and boost controlWhy the Pros Like It-
-ignition fuel cut to prevent over-revving-soft-touch rev limiter-huge variety of special functions with which you can monitor individually-extremely reliable-built-in barometric pressure compensating sensor
Why You'll Like It--microprocessor speed-most functions available out of any engine management control system-upgrade options are incredible-Honda-specific kits now available (JG exclusive)
You Might Not Like It Because--not for those on a tight budget-upgrade options can also be costly-tuning can be a challengeAverage Price-$4,000
SourceJG Engine DynamicsDept. SS09431 S. Raymond Ave. #102Alhambra, CA 91803626/281-5326
MoTec Systems USADept. SS095355 Industrial Dr.Huntington Beach, CA 92649800/423-3337www.motec.com
AccelAccel DFIMain Features--fuel table is 16 point (full vacuum to 14.7 psi) by 16 point (rpm)-fully programmable with Accel's CALMAP software-good for any 4, 6, and 8 cylinder engines-changes can be made while the vehicle is in motion or at a standstill-can function based on open or closed loop operation-can be upgraded to support a 3 stage proportional nitrous option
Why the Pros Like It--most "bang for the buck"-ease of installation-very simple to program-tracing feature to monitor different engine conditions-data logging
Why You'll Like It---won't cost an arm and a leg-wide number of tuners to program and dial it in-great track record-ability to overview all changes on one table-can improve midrange power for naturally aspirated applications