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Old Sep 9, 2019 | 09:53 AM
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Default Introducing Soler Prf. Total Throttle Control

Throttle controllers, or perhaps better-called pedal controllers, are often compared and compete with modified/ported throttle bodies for the best or more transformational modification for a limited budget. The truth is; they are part of the same system and do not compete with each other, they rather complement each other. The pedal response is where it all starts, interfacing with the driver, and the throttle valve (body) response characteristic airflow curve is where it all ends, interfacing with the engine air. Therefore no throttle modification is complete without taking care of these two ends of the system. If these two modifications are already competing for the first spot on their own, just imagine them working together.

Introducing Total Throttle Control, the perfect match of our Modified Throttle Bodies and our Throttle Controller, for a fully customizable experience of pedal feel and throttle performance.

Both very easy to install, warranty-safe, transformational, and affordable package.

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Our New 95 mm (100 mm Effective) Modified Throttle Body

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Thanks, AJ. There is really not much to it, other than making it safe, reliable, and compact. No reason to cost much more.
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I see this is already up on your website. $75? Incredible value! Quickly making the Vitesse controller expensive and obsolete.
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Thanks, AJ. There is really not much to it, other than making it safe, reliable, and compact. No reason to cost much more.
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How does it install?
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Originally Posted by CptCvMan
How does it install?
Sorry, really have to find time to write decent instructions. But it is very easy. Behind the pedal there is a connection that looks like the free ends of the TC connected together. Pull the red tab up, press connector across the shorter side and pull to unplug. Then you will have two ends behind the predal one for each end of the TC, they only fit one way. Hide the extension, peel and stick TC display, and you are all set.

We'll post full instructions in a couple of days. I'm pretty sure there are members here w/ TC's that know how to do it too. They all connect the same, except this one does not need calibration.
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Instructions attached. Thx.
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Dangit, I guess I'll be putting my vitesse up for sale soon. Your customer service and TB are top notch, so I assume I'll be quite happy with your throttle controller. Give us a warning on new products next time!
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Damn my throttle body just shipped out today too. Does this help make the throttle more linear? Just want to make sure it’s not like a sprint booster and gives you say 30% throttle when only depressed 10%.
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Originally Posted by CarAholic22
Damn my throttle body just shipped out today too. Does this help make the throttle more linear? Just want to make sure it’s not like a sprint booster and gives you say 30% throttle when only depressed 10%.
Thank you much for your order.

Only if you want to. You have 37 settings to choose from, from under the OEM map to way above it. I'm sure you'll find your match.
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Looks like best combination is to get the larger TB with your controller and tune the car as one would for any modification?
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Originally Posted by bc928
Looks like best combination is to get the larger TB with your controller and tune the car as one would for any modification?
Exactly, especially if you are planning to expand on it w/ SC, intakes, exhausts, manifold, etc. For those not wanting to tune, our LT1's and LT4's TB's work great with the TC as well.
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That's great. And no expected issues with, fitting to a larger SC. Diminishing returns from over ~100mm anyway.
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I added the Soler first, and really like the improvement. I had a Sprint Booster from my previous C7, so I just added it. The combination of the Soler and a throttle controller is really nice--it allows you to really fine tune the throttle response.

I really like the clean design of the Solar throttle control unit. Just one question on the new Soler controller--I know how to hook these up, but once you do where would you put the plastic box connected to the throttle wire (not the control unit)? Photo here LINK
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I’ve been using the Soler throttle controller and ported throttle body now for about two months. Huge improvement, well worth the money, I’ll never go back to stock!

I first installed a drop-in Green brand high flow air filter on my M7 LT1. That was a slight but noticeable improvement over the OE air filter. Next I installed a Soler ported throttle body it greatly improved throttle response, reduced engine braking and overall improved drivability.

Then I called Mike at Soler to talk about adding a throttle controller. Mike said that a throttle controller would greatly complement the high flow air filter and the ported throttle body. He then stated that Soler had developed throttle controller and asked if I would be interested in testing it. I took Mike up on the offer, a couple of days later it showed up.

After a simple easy 15 minute installation and adjusting it from the mildest, middle and the wildest settings the difference is instantly noticeable. Soler’s throttle controller gives you full control of how fast or slow the throttle opens.

Now the throttle response is instantaneous, hard hitting and pins you in the seat!

It’s almost as if GM intentional dumbed down the throttle response and this totally wakes it up!

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Boom. Done, ordered. WOOOHOOO. THANKS Mike!

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Originally Posted by JonMN
I added the Soler first, and really like the improvement. I had a Sprint Booster from my previous C7, so I just added it. The combination of the Soler and a throttle controller is really nice--it allows you to really fine tune the throttle response.

I really like the clean design of the Solar throttle control unit. Just one question on the new Soler controller--I know how to hook these up, but once you do where would you put the plastic box connected to the throttle wire (not the control unit)? Photo here LINK
I'm sure there are many creative ways to do it, as long as there is no chance of getting it interfering under the pedal, they are all valid. I velcroed it to the carpet, right behind the pedal physical stop (where it bottoms at WOT). BTW, it is only 1.8" x 1.8" x .6", again, many possible places.

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^^^ Thanks--the measurements put it into perspective. The unit is smaller than I thought based on the photo!

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Originally Posted by Mike@SolerEngr
Throttle controllers, or perhaps better-called pedal controllers, are often compared and compete with modified/ported throttle bodies for the best or more transformational modification for a limited budget. The truth is; they are part of the same system and do not compete with each other, they rather complement each other. The pedal response is where it all starts, interfacing with the driver, and the throttle valve (body) response characteristic airflow curve is where it all ends, interfacing with the engine air. Therefore no throttle modification is complete without taking care of these two ends of the system. If these two modifications are already competing for the first spot on their own, just imagine them working together.
Why does your website claim this then?

Eliminate the need for using aftermarket throttle controllers and/or ECU tuning
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Originally Posted by ahero4eternity
Why does your website claim this then?



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Because it is true. If you do not want to tune or use a TC, the TB by itself will do. If you want to add them up and have all three of them, you can too.

Where do you see the contradiction?

Let me explain a bit better, I think I know where the confusion may come from.

A TB by itself straightens and smoothes the airflow curve and adds more power (real power) at every throttle position. It also does part of what the TC does, the only thing is that it is a fixed setting. With the TC, you can dial that up or down, sweep the throttle body curve at faster or slower. The same goes for a tune that changes the throttle map, except that would be fixed too.

Some people do not like TC's, some people will never Tune their cars, and the TB by itself will allow them to get away with that and still have a great throttle response.

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Hi, Mike. I have your TB on my 2017 Z. It's stock other than a BMS air filter, Borla non-cat x and Atak exhaust. The new TB made a huge difference for the car!

Can you please explain what the new TC would do for my car? I don't understand what it does and how to determine what I'd set it at. What are the effects of going a over or under the stock setting?

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