If you could have EFI without a specific computer, would you go for it?
08-18-2007, 08:49 PM
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RE: If you could have EFI without a specific computer, would you go for it?
Two 66 GT Fastbacks, both pure stock, one's a 'K' code, and a 65 GT Fastback, pure stock.
And don't say I'm not computer savvy, I was repairing computers in the 60's, designing them in the 70, putting them in satellites in the 80's.
Jim
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And don't say I'm not computer savvy, I was repairing computers in the 60's, designing them in the 70, putting them in satellites in the 80's.
Jim
(The Webbers went on my VW powered sand rail.)
08-18-2007, 11:50 PM
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RE: If you could have EFI without a specific computer, would you go for it?
I bought the kit and built the unit. It is destine for my 62 Galaxie and then once I have the bugs out I will build one for my Mustang. Took me about 8 hours to put together the main unit, the relay board and the stimulator. NOTE I have been building circuit boards sense I was a kid and if you have no experience soldering a circuit board do not attempt to do this until you have practiced on something else or even better sever something elses. The connections are very close together. I have bench tested my unit and it seams to work very well and the software for it makes it very easy to adjust. I am going to use 5.0 upper and lower intakes, an 87 ford truck high pressure pump a trunk mount impact kill switch for the pump, and home made megasquirt wiring harness. I will post more if I ever get time to work on my Galaxie
08-19-2007, 12:05 AM
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RE: If you could have EFI without a specific computer, would you go for it?
Well done, I can get you a job here in Silicon Valley at some hi-tech outfit, $70 or $80k a year. Of course, you would need to commute from Montana.
Jim
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08-19-2007, 06:23 AM
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RE: If you could have EFI without a specific computer, would you go for it?
i rather use http://www.sdsefi.com/ im lazy dont like making a whole system
08-19-2007, 07:40 AM
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RE: If you could have EFI without a specific computer, would you go for it?
I have checked into the Megasquirt system, and everyone I've talked to has liked it. In time, "Evil" will have a little sister, and she will be fuel injected also. Since I plan a Turbo only (maybe twins),a Megasquirt would handle the engine management OK. Also I have heard scuttle there is work being done that will allow use of common existing (junkyard) ECM's that will be fully programable via the laptop. That would be a great help to keep things in budget. As far as the aftermarket ECM's, as this market gets more crowded, the price will drop. And "scouttrooper", I appreciate the info, I have one EFI and 8 carbed. Needless to say, the EFI has spoiled me. So, to answer your question, YES.
08-19-2007, 11:05 AM
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RE: If you could have EFI without a specific computer, would you go for it?
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Well done, I can get you a job here in Silicon Valley at some hi-tech outfit, $70 or $80k a year. Of course, you would need to commute from Montana.
Jim
Well done, I can get you a job here in Silicon Valley at some hi-tech outfit, $70 or $80k a year. Of course, you would need to commute from Montana.
Jim
08-19-2007, 02:21 PM
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RE: If you could have EFI without a specific computer, would you go for it?
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You need to make at least $150,000 to qualify for a home loan in Silicon Valley. That don't leave much left over for 'toys'.
Jim
You need to make at least $150,000 to qualify for a home loan in Silicon Valley. That don't leave much left over for 'toys'.
Jim
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08-19-2007, 03:25 PM
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RE: If you could have EFI without a specific computer, would you go for it?
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Everybody who has been a member on here for any time at all knows that I think a classic mustang with an EFI engine is just wrong. You may as well put a Toyota engine in it as far as I am concerned. It's the same thing. You are putting an engine into a classic that was not designed for a classic Mustang. I like Motorcraft carbs.
Everybody who has been a member on here for any time at all knows that I think a classic mustang with an EFI engine is just wrong. You may as well put a Toyota engine in it as far as I am concerned. It's the same thing. You are putting an engine into a classic that was not designed for a classic Mustang. I like Motorcraft carbs.
Anyway to each his own.
Craig