Do you need a boost controller with MegaSquirt?

Do you need a boost controller with MegaSquirt?

MS3X & MSPNP and MS3Pro ECU– this is what you need for boost control! All DIY MegaSquirt ECUs can be modified to work as an electronic boost controller with the appropriate mod kit. Once this mod-kit is installed, the MegaSquirt can drive a boost control solenoid valve.

What is a boost control solenoid?

The turbo boost solenoid (a.k.a. wastegate solenoid) monitors the amount of boost generated in a turbocharged motor. Faulty turbo solenoids won’t properly monitor the amount of boost generated in a turbocharged motor, which will decrease the life of the turbo and motor.

Do you need a tune after installing a boost controller?

A: An aftermarket boost controller is not necessary with this solenoid because it uses the stock boost controller. You will need a custom tune with this solenoid and your tuner can set the boost levels during tuning.

What is the purpose of a boost controller?

A boost controller controls the amount of manifold pressure by changing the pressure going to the wastegate. For example, suppose you wish to increase your boost pressure above your normal wastegate actuator pressure (typically 7psi).

Do you need a tune for boost control solenoid?

A: Yes you will need to get an updated tune if you switch to this boost solenoid.

How do I use the MS3 + ms3x + V357?

The MS3 firmware includes many ‘race’ type features, two stages of progressive nitrous, water injection, closed loop boost control etc. Vehicle speed sensing, logging of EGT (with external hardware.) In most configurations, the MS3 + MS3X +V357 can be used by setting a few configuration jumpers inside the box.

Why choose ms3x?

MS3X paved the way for the powerful MS3Pro systems by AMP EFI. MS3X helped Lee Sicilio to a 283mph record at Bonneville in his beautiful twin-turbo charged Daytona Charger. Are you on a budget, but still want complete control of your race purpose vehicle? MS3X has the features to give you a serious competitive advantage without breaking the bank.

What makes the MegaSquirt 3 with ms3x so special?

The MegaSquirt 3 with MS3X expansion arrives equipped with features surpassing MS2 & MS1 systems, like sequential fuel & spark, 2 step, progressive nitrous, boost control, onboard traction control & much more! MS3X paved the way for the powerful MS3Pro systems by AMP EFI.

What features are available with MS3?

Here is just a small list of the amazing features available with MS3 that are ready to go to work for your ride: MS3 incorporates 8 fuel+2 Aux and 8 logic-level spark ignition outputs, offering full sequential fuel and spark for hi-z injectors and logic level coil-on-plug coils (or high-current coils with suitable external ignition module.)