DBW - Worth it?

[richzx]

Thanks Jason. I'm not even sure the Link plug in for RB30 supports DBW to be honest as that's the ecu I'm leaning towards.

[richzx]

Same bolt pattern as AU Falcon?

[richzx]

Bosh do brand new 68mm dbw units for ~$240

[richzx]

The ECU controls the idle through the electronic throttle so it's still there but not controlled traditionally with an air bleeding arrangement.

[richzx]

So the Microtech is going in the bin and I'm getting a new ecu. I'm currently running an AU falcon throttle body and the idle controller it comes with for cold start etc. Is it worth getting DBW? It's a little bit of work in modifying the piping...

[richzx]

Just take the sliders off as you don't want them anyway???

[richzx]

TNT will most probably do that

[richzx]

No, hand controller will work. They are seriously shit, just buy a proper ecu, I have one and that's what I'm in the process of doing now after way too much messing around with it.

[richzx]

Keep updating Chuck I read this thread religiously.

[richzx]

I bought this exact roll, you will need to trim it to suit. It's fantastic stuff and nothing like the el cheapo stuff you buy when trying to wrap things with it.

https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/15368615...9&hash=item23c...

[richzx]

I thought that must be where you were heading going by your avatar etc. California then? Are you just having an extended holiday or looking for a job and thinking about moving there?

Edit: I had a 1jz cressy back in 2005 and it feels like...

[richzx]

Good job, you're not messing about and getting stuff done. Why would Hoff hate you now? Where are you off to?

[richzx]

If you could only keep one of them which would it be? Or alternatively, which one would you sell first.

[richzx]

Don't forget you'll need to buy 2 for the Nova....

[richzx]

Last seen on here in 2017

[richzx]

He had an E46 M3 with an LS in it then he did the 5 series he stopped posting after he got the motor in it, what were the details when it was finished?

[richzx]

He used to be on here but haven't seen him for years. Link to his for sale????

[richzx]

523I is perfect for LS swap however!

[richzx]

Which kit isn't rubbish? I'm intent on trying a bit of PDR but not making an occupation out of it. Is there a particular kit (out of the 1700+ items on ebay) that is of somewhat reasonable quality?

[richzx]

Looks good. Needs more Knight rider oscillating led on the bonnet.