Vitesse Throttle Controller - Wow!
Racer
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From: Minneapolis MN
This may not be the right place for it, but I was wondering if you would be willing to answer a few questions about the VR4? I had one years ago.. but I think it was before there was a lot available in terms of ROM changes. Back then everyone was spinning rod bearings left and right, and I suspect in hindsight the tune was a major part of why
A lot has changed, and a flashable stock 99 ecu has been one of them. Tuning is way easier now. Also, Pampena had a pretty good write up regarding spun bearings, at least one thing as probable cause - sand blasted valve covers and junk getting in the baffles. A lot of people were going with powder coated valve covers.
The 3s is an undervalued performer. Built right you can have a reliable 500+ awhp low 11sec car on 93, or go 600+ 10sec with e85 with a pretty cheap budget.
Back on topic - Vitesse looks like a try for me. I'm hoping it somewhat eliminates the lag I experience with the nanny controls now. I'm not concerned with more power/going faster but street drive ability. My daily driver 06 Camry totally sucks with nanny controls.
Last edited by guido1205us; Aug 21, 2015 at 01:37 PM.
Race Director
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St. Jude Donor '15
Indeed. I've always thought they were a great looking car.. AWD and twin turbos don't hurt either. I sold mine with a blown head gasket, which I have regretted for quite some time.
Anyways.. I'll quit cluttering up the thread now. Sorry OP!
Anyways.. I'll quit cluttering up the thread now. Sorry OP!
Instructor
Joined: Apr 2009
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From: IL
This is what I got from Ahmed:
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No, it does not void warranty, our device does not leave any trace that it was connected to the car.
Just make sure you unplug it before visiting your delaership.
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Last edited by alaahnx; Aug 21, 2015 at 05:54 PM.
Safety Car
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From: Austin Texas
2018 C6 of Year Finalist
Holly SH*T this thing is Bad ***! Just installed the throttle controller tonight. It really woke up the initial acceleration of my M6 ProCharged 416. I only went up the setting 5. This is one of the best $180 mods out there. 
Burning Brakes
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Very interesting.... First thing is that I have to apologize for the VIN thing.
Most often I check them for accuracy before they leave here, but in this case it appears that I did not.
The vin change function is quirky and different year/models (or service #s) will behave differently.
When we feed a new vin# to a controller, the controller must be powered down for a specific amount of time
and while its powered down, the vin# is internally copied to the location where it is supposed to be stored.
Occasionally, random things like ign off time, voltage fluctuations, or whatever can prevent the vin# from permanently changing.
Either Way, My bad for not checking.
Usually it goes unnoticed, but In this particular case we can see why it popped up.
If you need, please send the pcm back to me and I'll take care of it for you or if you know someone with one of my
AutoCal devices, we can use that to change it as well.
Let me know if you need anything from me.
Chuck CoW
Most often I check them for accuracy before they leave here, but in this case it appears that I did not.
The vin change function is quirky and different year/models (or service #s) will behave differently.
When we feed a new vin# to a controller, the controller must be powered down for a specific amount of time
and while its powered down, the vin# is internally copied to the location where it is supposed to be stored.
Occasionally, random things like ign off time, voltage fluctuations, or whatever can prevent the vin# from permanently changing.
Either Way, My bad for not checking.
Usually it goes unnoticed, but In this particular case we can see why it popped up.
If you need, please send the pcm back to me and I'll take care of it for you or if you know someone with one of my
AutoCal devices, we can use that to change it as well.
Let me know if you need anything from me.
Chuck CoW
Chuck, no worries. I know you always stand behind your work.
I'll see whats up in mid Sept when I get back to CA.
Thank you.
Last edited by J Christensen; Aug 22, 2015 at 12:26 AM.
Burning Brakes
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Burning Brakes
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The two hardest parts are climbing in upside down on your back, and at the end, getting yourself back out. Just in case, have someone around to pull you out by your legs. Getting in and back out is 10 of the 15 minutes
Last edited by J Christensen; Aug 22, 2015 at 12:27 AM.
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From: Henderson Nv-Rohnert Park/Sonoma C o. ca/born in NY Rockaway Beach.
OK so I have used this controller for a few days now... I really like it a lot...
For the power im putting to the wheels don't think ill be using it in sp9 a lot.. '
The car felt best in about 6-7 In 9 it does nothing but spin the tires...
Now in Eco mode.. I really think this thing is going to help me off the line,,
I think on eco7 it for sure going to make my launch a little easier on the tires, And like someone said with the press of one button it goes right back to the last setting you had it on in SP mode....But im not sure if doing that in my case is going to do anything ...
Once my boost kicks in the cars a beast in any mode...
So all in all for the 185.00 well worth giving it a try ,,
For the power im putting to the wheels don't think ill be using it in sp9 a lot.. '
The car felt best in about 6-7 In 9 it does nothing but spin the tires...
Now in Eco mode.. I really think this thing is going to help me off the line,,
I think on eco7 it for sure going to make my launch a little easier on the tires, And like someone said with the press of one button it goes right back to the last setting you had it on in SP mode....But im not sure if doing that in my case is going to do anything ...
Once my boost kicks in the cars a beast in any mode...
So all in all for the 185.00 well worth giving it a try ,,
Last edited by ptroxx; Aug 23, 2015 at 10:07 AM.
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Burning Brakes
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From: TX Hill Country
If old, crotchety body, slow moving, along with the setup, 10-15 minutes.
The two hardest parts are climbing in upside down on your back, and at the end, getting yourself back out. Just in case, have someone around to pull you out by your legs. Getting in and back out is 10 of the 15 minutes
The two hardest parts are climbing in upside down on your back, and at the end, getting yourself back out. Just in case, have someone around to pull you out by your legs. Getting in and back out is 10 of the 15 minutes
Race Director
Joined: May 2004
Posts: 16,667
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From: Raleigh, NC
St. Jude Donor '15
OK so I have used this controller for a few days now... I really like it a lot...
For the power im putting to the wheels don't think ill be using it in sp9 a lot.. '
The car felt best in about 6-7 In 9 it does nothing but spin the tires...
Now in Eco mode.. I really think this thing is going to help me off the line,,
I think on eco7 it for sure going to make my launch a little easier on the tires, And like someone said with the press of one button it goes right back to the last setting you had it on in SP mode....But im not sure if doing that in my case is going to do anything ...
Once my boost kicks in the cars a beast in any mode...
I was hanging out with the owner of my dealer and my Service and parts director last night and today and my service friend who is a BIG racer who owns a track built C6Z06 and a C7 Z06Z07 said he like it... But had a big question, wondering how it would effect the tune an how the tune has the tb blades opening ... And if it would have any effects on the tune and actions of the system....
Im going to get in contact with our tuner and talk with him about it and his thoughts ..
So all in all for the 185.00 well worth giving it a try ,,
For the power im putting to the wheels don't think ill be using it in sp9 a lot.. '
The car felt best in about 6-7 In 9 it does nothing but spin the tires...
Now in Eco mode.. I really think this thing is going to help me off the line,,
I think on eco7 it for sure going to make my launch a little easier on the tires, And like someone said with the press of one button it goes right back to the last setting you had it on in SP mode....But im not sure if doing that in my case is going to do anything ...
Once my boost kicks in the cars a beast in any mode...
I was hanging out with the owner of my dealer and my Service and parts director last night and today and my service friend who is a BIG racer who owns a track built C6Z06 and a C7 Z06Z07 said he like it... But had a big question, wondering how it would effect the tune an how the tune has the tb blades opening ... And if it would have any effects on the tune and actions of the system....
Im going to get in contact with our tuner and talk with him about it and his thoughts ..
So all in all for the 185.00 well worth giving it a try ,,
That's all this thing does.
Race Director
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From: Henderson Nv-Rohnert Park/Sonoma C o. ca/born in NY Rockaway Beach.
Ill be talking to my tuner and get his opinion
Le Mans Master
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St. Jude Donor '15
Good to hear your pulls confirmed this.
Burning Brakes
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Race Director
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Not that it affects the tune, but if you can slam the pedal and the throttle reacts slower than stock, then there is a delay programmed in the unit. That's not a SOTP feeling and it can be measured.
I'm guessing the acceleration ramp curve is being stretched, but without a scan I couldn't tell.
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Pro
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From: Atlanta GA
Best Corvette Mod for $185 - what else can you do for under $200 that you would actually even notice? A good CAI is $400 +. And, with on the fly adjustability, if you're not in the mood for better throttle response then dial it back.
God bless American ingenuity
Racer
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From: OK
Received confirmation from the manufacturer that this product will not work for the 2005 year Corvette. Posting this in case some 2005 year owners are viewing this thread and interested in this product. Disappointing as this appears to be a very cool item.