LS2 swap by KAB Customs with Pure Automotive Motec

[catchingcolds]

Did you go with the Haltec elete 2500 and the MRS CAN device on top of that? I bought the ls2 swapped BRZ on here a couple months ago. It has the gm ecm piggybacked to the subaru ecm. I'd like to be able to get rid of both and get a stand alone but like you I want it to have the cam communication so everything like cruise, trunk popper, tach and stuff work properly. Good luck with the build

[Sportsguy83]

Originally Posted by catchingcolds

Did you go with the Haltec elete 2500 and the MRS CAN device on top of that? I bought the ls2 swapped BRZ on here a couple months ago. It has the gm ecm piggybacked to the subaru ecm. I'd like to be able to get rid of both and get a stand alone but like you I want it to have the cam communication so everything like cruise, trunk popper, tach and stuff work properly. Good luck with the build

The plan is still to use the MRS CAN device with GM and BRZ ECU. Only reason why I don't say 1000% it's a done deal is only because @MRS-Colin is still working on getting the Push Button start working and I need that in order to use it.

The desire to use the CAN device instead of a full standalone is the cost difference between both is somewhere around $4-$6k.

I know of someone local with 2JZ swap who used the Haltech 2500 Elite and has some of the functions working, but some others don't and some like the A/C sometimes works and sometimes don't.

In the end, any capable standalone (Haltech 2500, Motec M150/M130, AEM Infinity 8H, Emtron, etc) have the capability of controlling the stock car systems. The problem is having the money to buy one and having someone who is able to program it to control the CAN systems.

[EAGLE5]

The problem with motec is that it's too damned expensive. This hardware then that license then that hardware then this license then dyno and tuner time. It's like Penskes. You know it's better, but you're at least doubling the price of some amazingly good competitors.

[GTHachiRoku]

Really enjoy following these swaps. It's more and more looking like the path I will take.

[MRS-Colin]

Originally Posted by catchingcolds

Did you go with the Haltec elete 2500 and the MRS CAN device on top of that? I bought the ls2 swapped BRZ on here a couple months ago. It has the gm ecm piggybacked to the subaru ecm. I'd like to be able to get rid of both and get a stand alone but like you I want it to have the cam communication so everything like cruise, trunk popper, tach and stuff work properly. Good luck with the build

I can help you out!

Originally Posted by Sportsguy83

The plan is still to use the MRS CAN device with GM and BRZ ECU. Only reason why I don't say 1000% it's a done deal is only because @MRS-Colin is still working on getting the Push Button start working and I need that in order to use it.

The desire to use the CAN device instead of a full standalone is the cost difference between both is somewhere around $4-$6k.

I know of someone local with 2JZ swap who used the Haltech 2500 Elite and has some of the functions working, but some others don't and some like the A/C sometimes works and sometimes don't.

In the end, any capable standalone (Haltech 2500, Motec M150/M130, AEM Infinity 8H, Emtron, etc) have the capability of controlling the stock car systems. The problem is having the money to buy one and having someone who is able to program it to control the CAN systems.

Correct, I'm still trying to get push button stuff working. My push button tester has been unable to test for awhile now so I haven't made much headway. I might have to shoot you another email for further talks

I've mentioned it before, but EVERYTHING is able to work like factory, its just a game of translating hieroglyphics.

[catchingcolds]

I have the push button start on my swap. Car is parked in the garage for the winter. I have the gm ecu and the original brz ecu together. If there is anything I can check for you on my car I'd be glad to help.

[Sportsguy83]

Originally Posted by catchingcolds

I have the push button start on my swap. Car is parked in the garage for the winter. I have the gm ecu and the original brz ecu together. If there is anything I can check for you on my car I'd be glad to help.

Colin ^

Originally Posted by MRS-Colin

I can help you out!



Correct, I'm still trying to get push button stuff working. My push button tester has been unable to test for awhile now so I haven't made much headway. I might have to shoot you another email for further talks

I've mentioned it before, but EVERYTHING is able to work like factory, its just a game of translating hieroglyphics.

For sure, let's talk

[DustinS]

MRS Electronics FRS/BRZ LS Swap Can Translator Pre-Order

Pre-Order Ready

[SleepingPanda]

Originally Posted by DustinS

MRS Electronics FRS/BRZ LS Swap Can Translator Pre-Order

Pre-Order Ready

Even though I'm not even started with an LS swap. And don't plan to for about 2 years. I'm tempted to preorder this. Just so it doesn't die. And so the push button start gets working. Too many times I've seen great products like this fizzle away. Because someone starts developing it. And 2000 people scream they want it and "take my money!" And then when it comes time to pony up and buy it. 2 or 3 people actually commit. It's sad when that happens.

[MRS-Colin]

Originally Posted by SleepingPanda

Even though I'm not even started with an LS swap. And don't plan to for about 2 years. I'm tempted to preorder this. Just so it doesn't die. And so the push button start gets working. Too many times I've seen great products like this fizzle away. Because someone starts developing it. And 2000 people scream they want it and "take my money!" And then when it comes time to pony up and buy it. 2 or 3 people actually commit. It's sad when that happens.

Product does exist, just more features will get added the more people order

Just shipped 100 of the same units for other uses this week alone.

[wooly35]

yay pre ordered as well!

[SleepingPanda]

Originally Posted by MRS-Colin

Product does exist, just more features will get added the more people order

Just shipped 100 of the same units for other uses this week alone.

I know it physically exists. I know it's used on other platforms. I'm just saying the support for the 86 will fizzle away if no one buys it.

And I read what you said about emissions monitors. That's awesome. If the brz computer can report the monitors coming from the GM ecu. That's perfect. It will allow people to do the swap and remain road legal in the many states that require annual obd testing.

[MRS-Colin]

Originally Posted by SleepingPanda

I know it physically exists. I know it's used on other platforms. I'm just saying the support for the 86 will fizzle away if no one buys it.

And I read what you said about emissions monitors. That's awesome. If the brz computer can report the monitors coming from the GM ecu. That's perfect. It will allow people to do the swap and remain road legal in the many states that require annual obd testing.

That's the real trick. The factory DLC will be getting the emissions monitors directly from the GM PCM. No trickery.

[ftc~brz]

oh, hi......