Racelogic Traction Control installed
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Vid of Tiff Needell demonstrating VSA on glare ice (Jag):
http://youtube.com/watch?v=K3m24bjkfg0&feature=related
This is similar to the Honda system with engine cut + individual braking.
For the record, I think this type of VSA is by far the safest.
I would buy a system like this if available (MY06-08).
The aftermarket RLTC has the engine cut part of VSA, which turns out to be the most important part to correct in the S2000. The extra time it gives you to recognize and correct in a low traction situation is invaluable. The slip adjustability is nice.
Here is a longer version of the clip:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=j-hHWSQhKuc&feature=related
The impressive part is the utter lack of drama.
I remember Corvette slalom testing that had similar results.
A funny one about a truck: "mit ESP" is with ESP.
http://youtube.com/watch?v=TXUGGRc7T2o
And for you AEM EMS users! I think there's Traction Control included... anyone want to confirm?
http://www.motortrend.com/features/perform...09_tuner_civic/
http://www.aempower.com/ViewCategory.aspx?CategoryID=63
http://youtube.com/watch?v=K3m24bjkfg0&feature=related
This is similar to the Honda system with engine cut + individual braking.
For the record, I think this type of VSA is by far the safest.
I would buy a system like this if available (MY06-08).
The aftermarket RLTC has the engine cut part of VSA, which turns out to be the most important part to correct in the S2000. The extra time it gives you to recognize and correct in a low traction situation is invaluable. The slip adjustability is nice.
Here is a longer version of the clip:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=j-hHWSQhKuc&feature=related
The impressive part is the utter lack of drama.
I remember Corvette slalom testing that had similar results.
A funny one about a truck: "mit ESP" is with ESP.
http://youtube.com/watch?v=TXUGGRc7T2o
And for you AEM EMS users! I think there's Traction Control included... anyone want to confirm?
http://www.motortrend.com/features/perform...09_tuner_civic/
http://www.aempower.com/ViewCategory.aspx?CategoryID=63
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The AEM TC system does not sense wheels looking and only works on RPM vs throttle postion vs "engine accleration"
[QUOTE]Most OEM and available aftermarket traction control systems use wheel speed inputs to determine traction conditions.
[QUOTE]Most OEM and available aftermarket traction control systems use wheel speed inputs to determine traction conditions.
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The RLTC system also interfaces to the ABS system so has more info to make decisions with.
The AEM has more control over the fueling and ignition though!
Confusing
Maybe I'll get Mase to try and tune the TC on the AEM if that doesn't work then I'll get the RLTC system.
The AEM has more control over the fueling and ignition though!
Confusing
Maybe I'll get Mase to try and tune the TC on the AEM if that doesn't work then I'll get the RLTC system.
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Ok, got an email from the US distributor. I can get 10% off the Racelogic units for s2k'rs. That's ~$100 off. I don't make a single penny or free products or anything from this at all.
Or you can call them and order on your own:
Mark Jorgensen
WOODHOUSE VIPER
Service and Performance Manager
800-889-1893 office
Note that the prices on their website may not be accurate. When I ordered mine, the telephone price was much lower. PM me and I can find out how much exactly. It varies a little due to Euro vs $ fluctuation.
They're running the unit on one of their racing SC Vipers.
The parent company says the unit is used on Lotus and Aston Martins, but I cannot confirm in what capacity.
Racelogic is a well known company and Motortrend uses their datalogging equipment for their track testing.
Or you can call them and order on your own:
Mark Jorgensen
WOODHOUSE VIPER
Service and Performance Manager
800-889-1893 office
Note that the prices on their website may not be accurate. When I ordered mine, the telephone price was much lower. PM me and I can find out how much exactly. It varies a little due to Euro vs $ fluctuation.
They're running the unit on one of their racing SC Vipers.
The parent company says the unit is used on Lotus and Aston Martins, but I cannot confirm in what capacity.
Racelogic is a well known company and Motortrend uses their datalogging equipment for their track testing.
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Originally Posted by mikey k,Nov 26 2007, 12:16 PM
The RLTC system also interfaces to the ABS system so has more info to make decisions with.
The AEM has more control over the fueling and ignition though!
Confusing
Maybe I'll get Mase to try and tune the TC on the AEM if that doesn't work then I'll get the RLTC system.
The AEM has more control over the fueling and ignition though!
Confusing
Maybe I'll get Mase to try and tune the TC on the AEM if that doesn't work then I'll get the RLTC system.
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CKit--thanks for the writeup and the review---very nice!!!
I reviewed the installation instructions off the RL website--the install looks pretty straightforward and the initial calibration is easy to understand but the last 40 pages with all the possible "tweaks" using your laptop is intimidating----did you have to do any calibration beyond the intial setup--without using your PC to tweak it?
thanks for your help!
I reviewed the installation instructions off the RL website--the install looks pretty straightforward and the initial calibration is easy to understand but the last 40 pages with all the possible "tweaks" using your laptop is intimidating----did you have to do any calibration beyond the intial setup--without using your PC to tweak it?
thanks for your help!