Ok, before i get flamed ive done a search and i couldn't find a conclusive thread about this.
This is basically a question/info thread
Question: i want to get an ECU for my car (r33 rb25DET), and wanna know the main differences and adv/disadv about each one.
So far I've worked out that:
- Apexi FC is the easiest to tune, u can achieve a better tune, its relatively cheap ($1200) its got a hand controller, good resale value and very reliable. Bad points are it uses AFM and does not have a boost controller
- microtech is better for racing but not good for street since it is harder to tune for part throttle and to tune for economy. Alot of tuners are also not competant using it which means more dyno time is needed (= more $$$). Not sure how much the unit costs but it is slightly more expensive than AFC i think. Good thing about this one is that is uses a map sensor instead of an AFM, so no need to upgrade to z32 AFM.
-wolf3D, is the 1 i dont really know anything about. Apparently its good tho.
-Greddy emanage, apparently is more a A/f controller mush like the apexi SAFC, altho its got more features than a SAFC. Compared to an AFC, i'm not sure which ones better. E-manage can be obtained for under $400 from nengun.
- remap, is a ok option if u plan to do no more mods on ur car. If u do, expect to pay 600-700 for each retune (which is only slightly more than a dyno run) but more importantly u are locked into the 1 tuner. Gains are also not as good. Dr-drift chargers less than 1000 from memory for the 1st remap.
So far this is what ive understood. My car is a street car with very little track time and a stock turbo/afm/injectors. Im on a budget of (max $2000 drive away) and would like to hear pples opinions/experienced to help me decide which way to go.