GT35r, Boost Controller Reccomendations

Big-Sexy907 · 02-15-2009, 02:30 PM

With the spring coming on us in the next couple months I'm looking to install a UR GT35r kit with the .82 hotside and related support mods. I'm looking for a boost controller and was wondering what the thoughts were of the board. I've recently purchased a Perrin PWI-1 kit and would like to use the failsafe to ensure a little security during boost. I'm posing the following question to the group to find a compatible boost controller, and why you like it. I was considering the AEM Tru-Boost or the Turbosmart E-Boost 2. I'll be using the v2 AP for tuning.

Thanks for all your help,

John

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mpsti05 · 02-15-2009, 03:10 PM

I have always used apexi avcr in my turbo integra and my sti, gear based boost, learning mode, two channels a and b so high or lowboost, injector duty cycle, I've never had any problems with it

jays05 · 02-15-2009, 03:16 PM

I have an AVC-R but was gonna switch to the Turbosmart Eboost2

Token-Negro · 02-15-2009, 03:31 PM

Enjoyed using the Dtec from TurboXS

xdrian · 02-15-2009, 06:36 PM

aem truboost

moorebl · 02-15-2009, 07:25 PM

cany go wrong with a hallman. set it and forget it

16G4ME · 02-15-2009, 08:30 PM

e-boost2 gets my vote

godforbid67 · 02-15-2009, 09:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by moorebl

cany go wrong with a hallman. set it and forget it

that doesnt work for me. my hallman always boosts differently, mostly due to wheather and what not but still it seems to change often.

fobiawrx · 02-15-2009, 09:36 PM

eboost2 for sure! cant say enough about how great that controller is!

WREX88 · 02-15-2009, 10:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by moorebl

cany go wrong with a hallman. set it and forget it

Agreed, used em on multiple different turbo cars, (3 different turbo set ups) and I've never had a problem...but that's just me.

zeropsi · 02-15-2009, 10:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mpsti05

I have always used apexi avcr in my turbo integra and my sti, gear based boost, learning mode, two channels a and b so high or lowboost, injector duty cycle, I've never had any problems with it

Quote:

Originally Posted by jays05

I have an AVC-R but was gonna switch to the Turbosmart Eboost2

Seconded...well, thirded.

jamal · 02-15-2009, 10:59 PM

is there something wrong with using the stock boost control system with a 3-port solenoid? Seems like the better way to go if you're using the stock ecu and an AP.

WRX4eva · 02-15-2009, 11:38 PM

eboost 2 is the way to go!

alfriedesq · 02-15-2009, 11:43 PM

I prefer E Boost 2 - the best there is

Big-Sexy907 · 02-16-2009, 12:04 AM

Looks like the E-Boost 2 is the way to go. Does anyone have pics of their setups in car?

PikkaGTR · 02-16-2009, 02:12 AM

hallman pro
worked on my DSM @22psi evo3 16g
works on my STi without a single hick up

VladiWrX · 02-16-2009, 02:39 AM

op has a m/i kit that has a failsafe, which MEANS that he needs an electronic boost controller or something of that sort. while I like hallman mbc as well, it simply wont work with a failsafe.

socalLGT · 02-16-2009, 03:22 AM

Why is this in Proven Power Bragging? While you certainly can use a standalone boost controller, why not just use the ECU to control boost. With a 3 port solenoid and proper tuning, the factory ECU can do a better job of controlling boost than pretty much any standalone boost controller.

Iflysti06 · 02-16-2009, 04:50 AM

I went from Prodrive solenoid to a eboost2 and never looked back! And have the same setup you plan on running!

Big-Sexy907 · 02-16-2009, 11:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by socalLGT

Why is this in Proven Power Bragging? While you certainly can use a standalone boost controller, why not just use the ECU to control boost. With a 3 port solenoid and proper tuning, the factory ECU can do a better job of controlling boost than pretty much any standalone boost controller.

Originally I thought it could go in a couple forums, however I felt this was the best one for what parts will be installed on the car. I figured that some of the people with bigger setups will chime in, and they have.

Where's the cheapest place to get the Turbosmart unit?

nosmo · 02-16-2009, 01:30 PM

If you really want control of your boost AVCR. Big or small. it's the only way to go.

MBC's don't know if you want to taper boost when all your doing is blowing hot air at 7K and they also don't know how to part throttle boost.

Special · 02-16-2009, 02:00 PM

HKS EVC VI...works great! Extremely accurate.

fatcircles · 02-16-2009, 02:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nosmo

If you really want control of your boost AVCR. Big or small. it's the only way to go.

MBC's don't know if you want to taper boost when all your doing is blowing hot air at 7K and they also don't know how to part throttle boost.

That is what pissed me off about my Hallman.

Big-Sexy907 · 02-16-2009, 07:51 PM

Thoughts on the Grimmspeed 3 port EBCS?

http://www.grimmspeed.com/catalog/in...f4p6coojuhjck5

jamal · 02-16-2009, 08:52 PM

The HOA (prodrive) is a bit less:

http://www.rallysportdirect.com/shop...id-p-3714.html

People seem to have good luck with generic 3-port solenoids as well.

02-15-2009, 02:30 PM	#1
Big-Sexy907 Scooby Specialist Member#: 59057 Join Date: Apr 2004 Chapter/Region: AKIC Location: Alaska Vehicle: 2004 Impreza, STi. Silver	GT35r, Boost Controller Reccomendations With the spring coming on us in the next couple months I'm looking to install a UR GT35r kit with the .82 hotside and related support mods. I'm looking for a boost controller and was wondering what the thoughts were of the board. I've recently purchased a Perrin PWI-1 kit and would like to use the failsafe to ensure a little security during boost. I'm posing the following question to the group to find a compatible boost controller, and why you like it. I was considering the AEM Tru-Boost or the Turbosmart E-Boost 2. I'll be using the v2 AP for tuning. Thanks for all your help, John * Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

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