If I have a boost controller do I still need my Amal valve. Please explain!

 

What controller do you have??

 

I'm looking into them now. Not quite sure which one I want yet. Any suggestions?

 

Blitz SBC ID is the best in my opinion. Not cheap though. Steer clear of the Apexi AVC-R. Another good one is the Greddy Profec B.

 

99% of em will replace your amal valve...

all they are is basically a type of amal valve (ie electronic bleed valve) thats controlled by a mini-ecu thing (the conroller itself)

 

What about the Amal valve?

 

I have no Amal Valve, the Controller is totally self-sufficient........

 

Anyone tried these ------->

http://www.turbosmart.com.au/boost_c...electronic.htm

 

Does that send any signals to the ECU that it's not hooked up or is it just a on/off circut?

 

Looks pretty good, but then so does the AVC-R and that was pants on mine. I would only go for a controller that is proven. The SBC-ID does EXACTLY what is required of it. Controls boost, thats where others have failed IMO.

 

Pics and prices of that one then if you could

 

i want one of those, any one used one before

 

i've got a profec b on mine!

 

I run the Profec B-II

Very happy with it, dual solanoid control, no frills, simple to use, does exactly what it says on the tin

 

Keep it coming peeps.

 

Take a look on ebay there are always boost controllers on there second hand. The American site had the majority but i dont think that there is a problem with international shipping with the majority of sellers on there.

 

Well it looks like I'll be getting the Profec B II. It seems like a good product for the price.

 

eboost

 

What is that? Are you running that with your Autotronic?

 

yes

http://www.turbosmart.com.au/boost_c...electronic.htm

 

Hi

I don't get it ?????
I understand how the actuator works with the amal valve!

So what should it help to put on this boost controler that Ranj has linked to ????
The actuator on the turbo will still open at what ever it set at ???? preventing overboost

Is it used to get better controll between 0 to max safe(actuator controlled) boost then ????
If so then i'm happy with the std. system using the amal valve.

Cheers Kennert

 

The boost controller replaces the amal valve and opens the wastgate at what pressure you set it at. An electric boost controller does the same thing it just does it better plus the Profec B II has a digital display showing the boost your at. I've always been told that it's more safe to run a controller than an amal valve and that there is always less problems with malfunctions. Over all the electric controller is a better option.

 

Why do You say that the Apexi is not as good as the others?
I did read a test a while back and the Apexi came out better than the ones you regard as better because it has some options the others dont have?

Not a dig!! Only want your opinion

 

Bit old this post but thought i would try and answer your question.

Ive never used one myself but been told by a few who have that it its no good controlling high boost. How high i dont know but im sure Christian or Vic who used to run one can tell you that.

 

The AVC-R is very pretty and has some nice toys, but we couldn't get a stable boost figure from it. The SBC-ID is simple. Set the boost figure and it makes it and holds it. It doesn't look too bad either.

 

I reckon the Profec B 2 is pretty good looking. Looks very much like their turbo timer though


So what's this about the Apexi being a bit poo? Is this the one mappable for each gear?

 

Yes it is mappable for each gear. That is a very good feature and works well, shame it is let down by its shite boost control. However, the Jap boys seem to swear by them.

 

christian whats the price of the id3's now anyway, on and i think they look the tits, who cares what it looks like as lpng as its small and pretty

 

I think the AVC-R looks good but the simplicity of the Profec B 2 is spot on. Sounds great to use, not too much, but enough control over what's going on

 

Fair enough, kinda like the Blitz item myself. The HKS unit did not impress anyone in the test though.... But people use them aswell... so it's kinda difficult to choose..

 

hi, i got 1 of those profec II, will it work on my s2??