I know he's a respected guy for the z32 world. I wonder if any aftermarket ECU is in the works for the z33. I am a little hesitant on the Technosquare. I like how Jim Wolf has different ecu parameters for your different mods you have (ie: intake , exhaust). Anyone know anything?

 

TT ECU first, then NA ECU.

 

yea thats what I had heard. He was making a ecu for the jwt tt setup. But I didnt hear about the NA one. Thanks for the heads up. Any EST on that?

 

TT scheduled to release with...the TT. No timeline on the NA.

 

Technos has profiles for pretty much every bolt on thats out for the Z now, and the experience of knowing the ECU limitations.

i am curious of where ur hesitation is coming from..

JWT purchased the techtom programmer last year... they should have something out soon.

 

I just know Jim wolf has been in the business for a while. Would rather go with him regardless of where it came from

 

does ts use the techtom programmer also?

 

TS is the US distributor for Techtom.....

 

While JWT is most certainly a well respected name in the Z community, waiting for an NA ECU program for the 350Z from them might be a long process. As has been stated, the TT version will come first.

TechnoSquare has the most experience at this point in this area. They are highly skilled and are also well respected. I had the reflash done at their facility earlier this week. I am pleased with the results and had a great time watching the crew there work on a brand new Z which was being converted for full out racing.

It was also nice to speak with Tadashi. He is extremely knowledgeable and friendly. I even removed my aftermarket grille when he pointed out it was restricting my airflow. (back to the chrome door edge strips for me) Additionally, the reflash corrected a "lean" condition that I had.

At any rate, as Cheston stated earlier, TS has a variety of tested programs for almost any combination of mods that you may have. If you want a reflash in the near future, you can't go wrong with TechnoSquare.

 

honestly -- we seriously need a good programmable solution.

Cheston pushes the TS ECU like he's getting paid for it. Pulling my ECU and mailing it to California is NOT an option, ever. It works great for Cheston because he can go over to the TS shop whenever he wants. Personally, I refuse to let some guy I've never met do my tuning. Proper tuning should be done on a car-by-car basis, not with some generic map.

At this point, the only viable option I see is a standalone (i.e. TEC3), although I can see why many people don't want to go that route -- you better know what you're doing if you go standalone.

but whatever.. just my .02c

 

Doing things on a car by car basis is ideal, but not realistic. I do agree with you on all the other points though.

 

1. its not a 'generic' map i.e. 1 map for 10 different mods. instead is it a map generated based on prior data points taken during r&d to produce a map well suited for what mods u have.

2. i agree. this isnt the best solution for everyone. but for those that want a plug in and play w/o the troubles

3. i am not paid (i wish) ... i just post my experiences and what i know. at times i may seem overzealous, sorry. but i'd rather be associated with the best company possible for my Z tuning plans.

 

I can understand not wanting to mail your ECU across the country for a reflash although many have done that. Others drive long distances to go to the TechnoSquare facility. I was lucky, it was only a 50 mile drive for me. (although because of the lousy L.A. traffic it took me an hour and a half)

As far as Cheston speaking highly of TechnoSquare.........yes, he does. Is he being paid? His sig states that TS is one of his corporate sponsors. He states that clearly. I do not however, think that Cheston would put his own reputation on the line by recommending a product or service that he did not believe in.

Anyhow, one day there will hopefully be more tuners specializing in the 350Z so that all Z owners can get to a local shop to have the work done if they do not want to mail in their ECU.

 

Going a little off topic here with the debate. I noticed your only performance mods are popcharger, borla catback, and high flow cats. Do you have any before/after performance figures from after your ECU flash? (1/4mile or 0-60 etc. Dynos vary too much for my tastes)
Thanks
-dissolved

 

I think I've only read one occassion where the TS may have been an issue, that was with McDuck's car. They've put in a lot of work for the ECU flash. I have to agree that with all the favorable comments about TS, and after having met both Cheston and Tadashi, it's a good idea to go with TS.

Howerver, for me, I'll still wait for JWT. I'm in no rush and it's hard to argue with their six years of experience on the Z32s and beyond. I look at it like ATI comes out. Stillen comes out. PE comes out. Greddy comes out. Vortech comes out. After letting all the pioneers check out the options, a good sense for what is best is established. It's too early to decide.

 

wait for a fully programable ECU to come out.....i know it will be a while but that is the route to go if you can wait that long!

 

I spoke with one of thier sales reps several days ago and inquired about and ecu with jwt and he said possible december.

 

I totally agree with you