Mapping question

[TiddlesRX7]

I\'m thinking of buying a HKS FCON ECU for my TII. It is pre mapped for the set up im running at the moment but I would like to get the map checked/altered if need be. Is this something that WGT or lindop could do or does it have to be a more HKS specialist?

[Jimjitsu]

I think any after market ecu has to be mapped for you own application I could be wrong someone smarter will be right along to give the correct answer:Hammer

[Andy_k]

WGT could make sure your not running to lean or rich, but best bet would be to take it to re:worx, as they\'d be able to adjust it if it was out.

[chrisJDM]

your probably best giving them a call and asking them if they can do it and what experience they have of the hks ecu.  Ive heard reworx have done a few but not sure about anyone else

[JP825]

Only few HKS Fcon authorised dealer in country and I dont think any rx7 specailist are one of them...... No one will able to tune it without the program and support.

Best bet to get a power fc, works just as well and can be tuned almost eveywhere....  half the cost as well, last time I check to map a Fcon is £1k just for mapping alone.

[Speedline Imports]

REWORX are the only rotary specialists that are authorised to map the HKS F-CON, but they will only be able to map it if you are running the F-CON V Pro (Gold Version ECU).

[TiddlesRX7]

I see. Think I\'ll just leave it then. I\'m not gonna put that sort of money into it and its a bit of a trek to RE-WORX from here. I need to get something that can be fiddled with near by really.

[pdtaylor18]

I have got a GCC to go with my F-con that allows you to adjust the fuel, i am also having a fuel/air gauge so that at least i can see if its running lean.
My ECU was set up with mild mods so i\'m going to be happy enough with the set up once finished and its similar to the setup within the ECU.  Its still cheaper than a Apexi as to buy everything to get it setup is very close to £600 and more if you allow the £300 on top for a map session compared to a drop in HKS for under £100.  Depends on your budget.
I am running a Knightsports ECU in the white cab and as long as i keep putting 100 Ron in it then it runs fine,best £60 I ever spent.  You can still achieve ther same goal cheaply but as long as you have other safe guards such as a FCD,boost controller,fuel/air gauge then it will be fine.

[chrisJDM]

adereed - what mods do you have mate?? 90% of us are running an apexi power fc as they are very good, cheap and easy to map.  All the tuners on here can map it or know someone who can.  They will support nearly all mods and unless you are running an extreme setup with big power it iwll do the job.

[pdtaylor18]

Just looked up what you will need and the prices

Apexi ECU  Â£310 2nd hand (no hand controller)
Harness Kit $345 from Banzai inc shipping(comes with sensors etc)
FC coil pack with ignitor (you have to modify this) £30
Banzai supply a base map to your requirements but you will have to get it tuned anyway and this will be £200-300 on average.

Its easy for the FD lot as the Apexi is plug and play, with the FC theres a lot more to it but granted in the long run better for the availability of tuners throughout the UK.

[grinder]

i have read up many times about fitting the power FC - it does seem a GREAT bit of kit

at one point i was even thinking of making the wiring harness using an old FC ecu for the plugs and getting the loom ECU end off a FD from someone who was scrapping one

but i thought better of it ! LOL

if you want a CHEAP way of adding more fuel - then you can use the Apexi SAFC - this will support a set of 720\'s in the secondaries and you can alter the fuel curve thru 500RPM increments

i have one of these aswell - just never fitted it !!

[TiddlesRX7]

adereed - what mods do you have mate?? 90% of us are running an apexi power fc as they are very good, cheap and easy to map. All the tuners on here can map it or know someone who can. They will support nearly all mods and unless you are running an extreme setup with big power it iwll do the job.

3" turbo back exhaust, HKS Intake filter (mushroom style), HKS SSQV BOV, Fuel cut defender. I\'ve also got a HKS EVC2 boost controller to fit but its not on at the moment. The Apexi would be the way to go if I could afford it I know. They are just so expensive and are like rocking horse s**t for the FC. I\'ve put this on the back burner for now as im skint after buying these:Thumbs-up (Cheers Paul)
http://www.mazdarotaryclub.com/forums/showthread.php?t=47284

I think I might leave the mods for a bit after this and concentrate on getting the car looking more like a new car rather than a 18+ year old. If anyone knows someone who is good at fixing minor rust spots then let me know.

[pdtaylor18]

You have virtually the same setup as mine and at the moment I am on a stock ECU and have not leaned at all according to the fuel/air lambda.   You are more than willing to try an ECU that I have chipped for these mods or buy the chip and do it yourself. Once I have my FMIC then this will be a different matter and then I shall fit my F-con.
Your budget will decide which way you go though,

[TiddlesRX7]

What is this chip? i\'ve always been a bit cautious about these. Is it safe to use? I presume its just a mod to the stock ECU?

[grinder]

thats the one - a chap on ebay sells them ( prob the same spec as my knighsport one )

all you do is open the ECU , get someone to solder in a chip holder and drop it in .. nice and simple

Stu