Well here is a new problem with my vortech s2k.I was just cruising on the way to work and my cel started flashing.I turned off the ignition and then restarted the car.The cel was on at this point but not flashing.I got to work and scanned the code,it was a po336 crank angle sensor interruption code.I then checked my solder joints for the timing control unit,and they were all fine.I cleared the cel and test drove the car.I gunned it in second gear and i made it to around 7k and then the car began bucking and then the cel came back on with the same dtc.I then removed vortechs timing box and took the car out for another blast and it was perfect!!!So now the car has no means of ignition retard under boost,and i have to deal with those rotten pricks at vortech.I was just wondering if anyone has used this setup without the timing box(successfully).Thanks for any input!!

 

Yes, I've run it without the timing controller. I even ran it on a dyno without it. The power output was roughly the same, but You're relying on the stock knock sensor to pull timing, just like a Comptech. I wouldn't run it for too long in boost without a functioning controller. Sounds like a flakey controller, or a bad connection though.

I'm assuming you're a dealer tech, ever use the heat and crimp connectors in the Honda pin kit? I've had very good luck with them, Had wiring break on VTECFROG harnesses, but never had a splice bad.

 

Its the controller,i know this because i simply cut the wires at the box and left my soldered connections alone.The car runs fine now.Im somewhat concerned about the longevity of these piggyback components though,after all the kit only has about 500 miles on it.And yes i work for a honda dealer and the factory pin/terminal kits are topshelf!Im still somewhat baffled that comptech doesnt use any means of ignition retard under boost and they dont seem to suffer any long term reliability affects.I guess the knock sensor is quick to catch any unwanted knock.

 

There have been some engine failures on heavily tracked Comptech cars. Hecash is on motor #3 I believe. Letting the PCM pull timing after it has allready detonated could be a contributing factor. It has to knock 1st, then pull the timing. but the knock still occurs. So it can be a slow demise.