Data Acquisition

[HOT & COLD GN]

Is anyone using a system like this if so how do you like it? Is there a less costly product out there?

http://www.superlogics.com/specpage.asp?Items=8518

Thanks
Joe

 

[striker_29]

I'm sure somebody is, but most use directscan and turbolink. Directscan gives me more than enough tuning info.

 

[HOT & COLD GN]

I have T-link and like it. I am wondering if individual EGT reading would be worth the expence for the information gained. In other words, those that have move to the next level of information gathering, how much has it helped you develope your tuning. What systems do you use?

Thanks
Joe

 

[Chuck Leeper]

Data logger

We use the new DATAMITE 2 logger.
It has 27 channels and will record for about 17 minutes, Not cheap tho.....
Depending on how much you need to capture,I'd look for some unit that has less capability for a permanent install. We use this as a portable and can move from car to car.
Refresh rates are VERY high and as such, can find alot of problems that ALDL based records miss.
Depends what you are looking for...
We currently have the unit on a GN.
We have:
Driveshaft rpm
Engine and converter rpm [to compare reported rpm on the FAST vs the recorder.]
Converter out pressure. t-400. looking for possible pressure spikes that can cause thrust brg failures.
Fuel pressure. Found problems on last run!
Boost. this is also on the FAST system, but we wanted a comparo and also needed the boost on the same screen w/ the rpm data and fuel press.

The system also has a built in acelerometer to measure g forces.
You can see if the car loses force after the launch and this can indicate tire spin.] You can also add wheel speed pickups, EGT [8], yadda, yadda..

 

[BM Computer Src]

Directscan is what you'll need, it's 18 frames per second and you wont miss any of the stuff the other scantools do with their 1.5 second frame rate. It's like flying blind without it.

Info is here:
www.bmcomputersource.com/directscan.html

If you have any questions, you can always give me a call. 727-856-2733