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Hey JAS, if you're after a cheap alternative check this site out;

http://www.autospeed.com/A_0670/cms/article.html

It's a DIY boost controller, works the same as electronic boost for only $120 odd...

I've had no problems with it, holds boost very well and is easy to adjust... You could have it cabin mounted if you wanted as well!

They've put out an upgrade to it as well, let me know if you have any questions.

Hey guys, i have a turbo smart dual stage controller which i'm waiting to put in.  

Has anyone had any experience with these??

yeh i hated it.

I would spike to 1bar almost every time in 1st and second and would take until 5000rpm in 3rd to reach .8bar which was full boost.

i swaped it for an old style single stage controller from turbosmart.

might just be MY car tho

If you want the best value for money get Greddy Profec-B, satisfaction guaranteed, but if you are into hairstyles than go Profec-E or Apexi.

:flamed:

I am damn sick of people and their opinions on the AVCR, have you people that think its just a fancy screen even used one before?

Go have a look at most of the top times for japanese cars and look what boost controllers they are using, APEXi is not a small nor un-advanced company

They produde amazing electronics, and this one happens to have a 'blow away the compition' screen that comes with it, the screen is amazingly functionable and helps with alot of the controll

the SAFC has the exact same screen.. i dont hear people paying it out for its 'rice' screen.

it is a great EBC, ive helped a few friends use it, and ill be getting one in a few weeks

yeh i hated it.

I would spike to 1bar almost every time in 1st and second and would take until 5000rpm in 3rd to reach .8bar which was full boost.

I've seen that a few times too.

the turbosmart ones spiking hard etc.

I'd personally steer clear of them. A few people i know have had them... and ended up unhappy and sold them

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