Manual Boost Controller vs Electronic
08-07-07, 01:34 PM
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manual controller has only a few vacuum lines, like 3 in total that can be run anywhere. (best not to have it in the interior, makes a loud hissing noise).
less precise, a lot of guess work to find your ideal boost pressure, max boost pressure you ca get out of it is 25psi so far from a few of my friends experiences.
electronic boost controller has several vacuum and electrical lines going places, can be mounted anywhere (depends on which one really) some have a built in fuel controller, boost mapping (like the greddy profec E01), cost varies depending on what you want out of it, some also double as a turbo timer
more reliable, more precise, replaces old solenoids and some even replace the MAP (if equipped) sensor for one with a higher rating
it all comes down to:
cost, preference, what you want out of it
less precise, a lot of guess work to find your ideal boost pressure, max boost pressure you ca get out of it is 25psi so far from a few of my friends experiences.
electronic boost controller has several vacuum and electrical lines going places, can be mounted anywhere (depends on which one really) some have a built in fuel controller, boost mapping (like the greddy profec E01), cost varies depending on what you want out of it, some also double as a turbo timer
more reliable, more precise, replaces old solenoids and some even replace the MAP (if equipped) sensor for one with a higher rating
it all comes down to:
cost, preference, what you want out of it
08-07-07, 09:50 PM
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Dunno about more or less vacuum lines, but they should be rigged just about the same.
My A'PEXi AVC-R only has two - one from the turbo and the other to the wastegate actuator.
An MBC also changes boost depending on temperature and humidity.
An EBC with a dedicated MAP sensor will not do this.
-Ted
My A'PEXi AVC-R only has two - one from the turbo and the other to the wastegate actuator.
An MBC also changes boost depending on temperature and humidity.
An EBC with a dedicated MAP sensor will not do this.
-Ted
08-07-07, 09:59 PM
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RETed is right, electronic boost controllers are kind of set it and forget it type of controllers. I do need to adjust my Hallman manual boost controller when a cold front comes in. The way I get around always having to adjust it is by setting the controller on a cooler night. When it is warmer out I yeild about a half pound of boost less than I would on a cold night. This is probabaly annoying to some, but I do not mind it. I guess it all comes down to how thick your wallet is. 
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Even an (non closed loop) EBC gets affected by cold weather. On some setups MBC simply does not allow enough control for a flat boost curve. EBC is definately worth the money.
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My profec has three vacuum lines. Two for the wastegate/turbo and one to the FPR. One harness to the unit from the solenoid and a harness for power. It took me about 15 minutes to install. I think mine was like $200 or something brand new, so it's worth the investment, I'd say. Plus it has a built in boost gauge, so that's bonus points.
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thanks guys! i think im going to go with an electronic controller. anyone try the greddy profec type s controller? im looking into that one because it just has a few *****. i just need to set a boost and have the ability to adjust is as you guys do under different conditions (weather, track ; etc) ive been told manual controllers can lower themselves? meaning that under vibration and whatnot, the boost level could change on its own. i dont know if this is true but. THANKS for the help!
