Which Boost Controller For Power Fc

[G_Force]

Hi im wondering if u guys who r running a Power FC could advise on which type of boost controller would best suit it? Can I use it along with a manual type valve like a Turbotech or would it have to be an electronic type like the AVCR? There seems to be a huge difference in price between these types of valves so I would just like to know which would work best with it and why. Obviously the EBC type would allow adjustment from the cabin but what other advantages does it have and is it worth the money?

I would also like to find out if the Commander unit can double as a boost gauge amongst the other info it reads? On the Apexi Power FC specs http://www.apexi-usa.com/product_electroni...d=197&pageNum=1 it mentions that the Commander can display up to 10 parameters of data in real time. Boost is one of them so I assume that this means it basically reads current boost pressure. Reason im askin is I need to get a boost gauge as the stock one in the car is inaccurate but if the Commander doubles as one I could save myself the trouble.

Im still fairly new to the aftermarket ECU scene and am trying to find out as much as I can about it before I get one so any help would be appreciated. Cheers.

[Thunderbolt]

For the Apexi Commander to read boost, you would need the additional boost control kit that comes with the Power FC. However most people run a seperate boost controller, be it a electric, or a mechanical (such as Turbotech).

There's no shortage of information on mechanical Vs electric boost controllers. I am happy with my turbotech / PFC combo on my 180sx.

[paulr33]

take from the power fc faq:

Boost display without the Boost Control Kit?

By default as the PowerFC will not show boost pressure as it has no method of reading it in via the stock ECU loom. If you purchase a suitable map sensor and connect it to the PowerFC boost control kit port then the hand controller will display boost pressure. The boost control kit uses a Denso map sensor which is part #DPS 310 2000a - Denso 949940 6270 5V and the wiring loom cable/plug can be brought from Apexi which is around $40 AU. The cable is listed as the 3pin boost control harness. Nengun has this listed under Electronics -> Apexi -> D Jetro Option Parts

[G_Force]

thanks guys appreciate the response.

[Sydneykid]

We use the Power FC Boost Control Kit, works a charm, no ricey blue screen or other crap to clutter up the cabin. Plumb it up, plug it in and punch up the desired boost level on the Commander and away you go.

cheers

[G_Force]

The EBC kit that is an optional xtra for the PFC is a rather expensive kit at $440 although im sure some will argue that u get wot u pay for. I may opt for a manual type control valve at this stage and perhaps move onto a EBC when i can afford one.

As for the Commander reading boost, im gathering from wot Paul said, that u will need to get a MAP sensor & wire one in for this function to work. 2 bar MAP sensors ~$139

So ill probably be better off to just get a separete boost gauge and forget about trying to use the Commander to double as my gauge. Where does the sensor for a boost gauge go?

[paulr33]

Where does the sensor for a boost gauge go?

The same place as the boost kit one would go, tap into the manifold vacuum lines.

Closer to the actuator input signal would be ideal. Also it is very useful on the hand controller as you have logging ability and history view and also can display it in real time with other values next to it.

IMHO it would be much more useful on the hand controller than on a seperate guage in the pillar or somewhere else