DSC Sport Shock Controller observations
01-18-2017, 02:56 PM
#121
i have a question, has anyone had there car lowered and installed this and noticed a drastic improvement still or would the improvements not be as pronounced because the shock travell is reduced from lowering? I ask this because DSC recommends not lowering the car if I remember correctly for optimal performance , I just can't stand the wheel gap. I have a 2016 z07 lowered all the way on stock bolts, which doesn't lower that much even. I assume s slammed car is where the DSC controller might not be as noticeable?
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01-18-2017, 03:06 PM
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i have a question, has anyone had there car lowered and installed this and noticed a drastic improvement still or would the improvements not be as pronounced because the shock travell is reduced from lowering? I ask this because DSC recommends not lowering the car if I remember correctly for optimal performance , I just can't stand the wheel gap. I have a 2016 z07 lowered all the way on stock bolts, which doesn't lower that much even. I assume s slammed car is where the DSC controller might not be as noticeable?
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01-18-2017, 03:48 PM
#124
Mine is lowered all the way on stock bolts too and the DSC still radically changes how the car rides. I assume since the shocks still have full travel, it's not really an issue.
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01-18-2017, 07:47 PM
#126
Racer
I got my unit this afternoon, and checked the website earlier around 3pm EST and there was no firmware, but the .pdts files for launch control were there. Now the firmware is available. I am going to update tomorrow sometime.
Got the controller installed and there is a definite improvement, but I really got to do about a 30 minute drive around town, so no real spirited driving. I look forward to more driving tomorrow, but I am definitely impressed with what I feel so far.
01-18-2017, 07:57 PM
#127
Former Vendor
Yes look on the web site I'm out at Barrett Jackson and only have my cell phone . But Jordan posted the installer and the firmware just make sure once you update unplug DSC then open our tuner software then write the PTSD file for mag traction
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MacManInfi (01-18-2017)
01-18-2017, 08:07 PM
#128
Racer
Or can you use the "Reset Board" under the Tools menu? If not, what is the "Reset Board" option meant to be used for?
01-18-2017, 08:13 PM
#129
Former Vendor
So, after you run the installer you unplug the usb from the computer? Then replug in the usb, open the tuner software, and then upload the new .pdts file?
Or can you use the "Reset Board" under the Tools menu? If not, what is the "Reset Board" option meant to be used for?
Or can you use the "Reset Board" under the Tools menu? If not, what is the "Reset Board" option meant to be used for?
01-18-2017, 08:21 PM
#130
Racer
Thanks, I'll update tomorrow. When you get a chance, I sent you a PM about some alignment questions.
01-18-2017, 08:24 PM
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01-18-2017, 08:44 PM
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Racer
01-18-2017, 09:08 PM
#134
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Now that so many of you have this I'd love to hear a more thourough review about the type of night and day changes I can expect while driving spirited on the street. I understand how it works and I understand how it can be more comfortable but I want to hear people's impressions about putting the power down and about hitting winding roads hard. 
Thanks!
Best.
Gene
Thanks!
Best.
Gene
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01-18-2017, 09:14 PM
#135
Yeah. Personally I love the softer Touring mode but I know everyone is different. It just smooths out all the tiny bumps and road noise but makes the car feel more solid and quiet. Lets me focus on hearing the good stuff like that exhaust note!
01-18-2017, 10:46 PM
#136
The car is non Z07, I noticed prior to the DSC, braking from around 100mph to turn, felt there was more nose dive and the rear felt quite light and not stable. First thing I tried after the install was that, and it felt way better and more under control, didn't feel much of the nose diving and definitely the rear was more together.
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Mad Dog 24 (01-19-2017)
01-19-2017, 10:02 AM
#137
Melting Slicks
personally, SPORT is the way to run - did NOT buy a performance car to ride like a Cadillac which is what DSC has done with the TOURING tweaks. But to each their own.
01-19-2017, 10:08 AM
#138
Former Vendor
I'm curious. If I got this I would essentially leave it stock as I'd probably just screw it up. However for the strip is love to get the launch control settings into some other standard mode such as tour. I'd want the best for weight transfer at the track however launch control is never the best way to get a very good 60 foot. Is this doable or is the launch control settings a whole other thing? Also, would this be dangerous for any reason to roll around in this modified tour configuration with LC weight transfer ability?
Thank you!
Best,
Gene
ps. Looking forward to hearing about aggressive street performance.
Thank you!
Best,
Gene
ps. Looking forward to hearing about aggressive street performance.
Hope this helps
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01-19-2017, 03:56 PM
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01-19-2017, 04:46 PM
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everyone has different roads all across the country as well. If I am in San Antonio the roads are wide and smooth, in the Hill Country I am pretty sure the small vibrations will rattle the Z06 apart.