Is the UTEC a suitable EMS for controlling the Vortech in stock configuration.

I know it can control fuel and timing of course, but what about the additional FMU - can it replace the SplitSec's switching of this (as a function of RPM and/or boost) as required.

I hope the answer isn't that I need a full fuel return system, because that will double the cost of the upgrade -worthwhile though that would no doubt be

 

You can absolutely use the UTEC, and ditch the SS box. You do not need a return setup at the 7-10 psi range on the Vortech (it wouldn't hurt, but not required). You may want to consider revising the fuel setup though. I would ditch the Vortech setup and go with larger injectors/fuel pump. That is really all you would need with the UTEC.... You can likely find some 380cc's or 440cc's for cheap.

If you plan to keep the FMU and Vortech fuel setup, I would keep the SS box, although not as safe as the UTEC (the stock ECU can still adjust timing slightly with the SS), it is sufficient.

 

Other than the obvious advantage of getting rid of the S.S box and FMU/Aux fuel pump (fuel lines that can and have come loose)what other benefits are there in going with the UTEC?..I've read the AAM write up and having separate fuel maps doesn't knock my socks off..If one was a tracker I can see how they would be interested but for those only interested in a reliable and fast car the UTEC could be considered offering greater reliability but what will it do to make it faster?? Thanks

 

If you dont plan on upping the boost , building the motor , Or going to a return fuel system and bigger injectors . IMPO ...going to the Utec would be kind of a waste of money . The SS box is more than capable of keeping your car safe and making the power you want . Im thinking of keeping the SS instead of going to the Utec

 

anymore for anymore?

 

A leading advantage of utilitzing the UTEC vs. the S.S. Box is that you will no longer have to worry about the car swtiching between normal and advanced timing maps. When setup properly, the UTEC has much better knock control which also aids reliability.

Hope this helps,

Mike

 

IMHO, I would leave your current Vortech setup in stock trim. Once you have the means, the next step is the UTEC, return fuel system larger injectors, and ditching the SS/FMU.

 

agreed, if you don't plan on going with more boost, a built motor or a fuel system you most likely will not see much of a gain using the Utec, but if you do decide to do those upgrades by all means the Utec would be a perfect setup.

 

The reason that I am going (this unconventional) route is that Jermaine is making a trip to the UK to install UTECs on several UK cars. This gives me the opportunity to get the car tuned - a thing which the UK installers have so far proved unable or unwilling to do with the SS box (I don't know why - but that is the case)

Thus, I would expect hopefully to see gains because currently I am in stock tune i.e. very rich with a lot of timing pulled beyond 5000 rpm. Is that a reasonable expectation?

I want to be able to not have to clean my car beacuse of the black fuel deposits on my exhaust trims

 

It should work. The UTEC has several spare solenoids, tha can activate that Vortech Aux pump at a certain RPM or boost level, just like the split second box.

 

The thing is Sharif, once I can get a tuner up to speed with the UTEC (wasn't possible with the SplitSec despite efforts as Matt will tell you), then I can start getting the other mods I want i.e. return fuel sys, 440 injectors to improve safety/longevity and then 3.12 pulley for a bit more power. I have your details LOL