BMS Powerbox installed
04-28-2011, 01:45 PM
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So basically, the installation instructions were VERY straightforward. It took me well under an hour from start to finish. No error codes and everything seems perfect. BMS says it will take 2-3 days before maximum performance is realized due to the ECU "learning" the new map. So I will report back in a couple of days and let you know.
BTW, I ordered it 2 days ago and it got to my door today with normal shipping. SICK!
I have a good number of pictures for anyone interested. Mind you, my engine bay is full of sand due to yesterdays winds here in El Paso so if you talk about me I will wish you the same winds LOL.
Next Mod, installations of the Ultra Racing bars. It has been something like a year or more since I ordered them. I cant remember but I just dug them out of my garage and got all exited again. Hopefully I get them in tomorrow.
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BTW, I ordered it 2 days ago and it got to my door today with normal shipping. SICK!
I have a good number of pictures for anyone interested. Mind you, my engine bay is full of sand due to yesterdays winds here in El Paso so if you talk about me I will wish you the same winds LOL.
Next Mod, installations of the Ultra Racing bars. It has been something like a year or more since I ordered them. I cant remember but I just dug them out of my garage and got all exited again. Hopefully I get them in tomorrow.
Tonymac
04-28-2011, 04:49 PM
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BTW, I just tested the Velocity booster with the BMS Power box. They work together even when the BMS is put on selection three. I did it over and over again.
My test
1. I switched the BMS to selection 7 (Map with no throttle map) and turned the velocity booster on. Worked like normal. I drove around running errands for a couple of hours.
2. I switched the BMS to selection 3 (Map + throttle map) to compare it to the Velocity booster. Velocity booster was switched off. The throttle map worked great.
3. With the BMS on selection 3 I switched on the Velocity booster to map three and WOW! It snapped me back like it never did before. I was skeptical so I turned off the Velocity booster and there was a significant drop in response.
4. I kept the vehicle in the exact same configuration and while on the move, I kept my foot on the gas while at around 4 on the RPM and switched the Velocity booster on... It worked like a charm.
Myth dispelled. Velocity booster works in conjunction with the BMS Powerbox on level three and 7.
Tonymac
My test
1. I switched the BMS to selection 7 (Map with no throttle map) and turned the velocity booster on. Worked like normal. I drove around running errands for a couple of hours.
2. I switched the BMS to selection 3 (Map + throttle map) to compare it to the Velocity booster. Velocity booster was switched off. The throttle map worked great.
3. With the BMS on selection 3 I switched on the Velocity booster to map three and WOW! It snapped me back like it never did before. I was skeptical so I turned off the Velocity booster and there was a significant drop in response.
4. I kept the vehicle in the exact same configuration and while on the move, I kept my foot on the gas while at around 4 on the RPM and switched the Velocity booster on... It worked like a charm.
Myth dispelled. Velocity booster works in conjunction with the BMS Powerbox on level three and 7.
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04-28-2011, 04:59 PM
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It will work together, yes, but now to test how far do you press the pedal to get WOT with different settings. I guess you would need a track or closed road for that to do it safely.
04-28-2011, 05:28 PM
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If I were to section off the gas pedal into tenths, I was only pressing about 2/10 holding it steady when I turned on the VB. I have not tested much yet as I only get to try on the interstate 10 right now. Dont want to go too fast trying something out.
04-28-2011, 06:06 PM
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BTW, I just tested the Velocity booster with the BMS Power box. They work together even when the BMS is put on selection three. I did it over and over again.
My test
1. I switched the BMS to selection 7 (Map with no throttle map) and turned the velocity booster on. Worked like normal. I drove around running errands for a couple of hours.
2. I switched the BMS to selection 3 (Map + throttle map) to compare it to the Velocity booster. Velocity booster was switched off. The throttle map worked great.
3. With the BMS on selection 3 I switched on the Velocity booster to map three and WOW! It snapped me back like it never did before. I was skeptical so I turned off the Velocity booster and there was a significant drop in response.
4. I kept the vehicle in the exact same configuration and while on the move, I kept my foot on the gas while at around 4 on the RPM and switched the Velocity booster on... It worked like a charm.
Myth dispelled. Velocity booster works in conjunction with the BMS Powerbox on level three and 7.
Tonymac
My test
1. I switched the BMS to selection 7 (Map with no throttle map) and turned the velocity booster on. Worked like normal. I drove around running errands for a couple of hours.
2. I switched the BMS to selection 3 (Map + throttle map) to compare it to the Velocity booster. Velocity booster was switched off. The throttle map worked great.
3. With the BMS on selection 3 I switched on the Velocity booster to map three and WOW! It snapped me back like it never did before. I was skeptical so I turned off the Velocity booster and there was a significant drop in response.
4. I kept the vehicle in the exact same configuration and while on the move, I kept my foot on the gas while at around 4 on the RPM and switched the Velocity booster on... It worked like a charm.
Myth dispelled. Velocity booster works in conjunction with the BMS Powerbox on level three and 7.
Tonymac
Second, I hope its not an overkill with the Velocity booster and the BMS, you should know in about 5k miles if you burn the sensors to begin with.
Goodluck
04-28-2011, 06:17 PM
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sounds like your shoulder is feeling better if your installing a few mods, with ease
04-28-2011, 09:36 PM
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Oh yes! My shoulder is doing great. The physical therapist told me that I was weeks ahead of where I should be. What can I say... I am a Ninja.
My scar looks a little like... well, let me show you
My scar looks a little like... well, let me show you