Full throttle Electric Supercharger Build Thread

[fenton]

Originally Posted by brzaapi

Well, I love tracking my car in NA form.....but that doesn't mean I wouldn't mind turning a few laps for fun with the ESC engaged. So AUX charger it is.


I wonder if those are backordered.

Rob should be able to hook you up with a aux fairly quickly. It increases the recharge rate to 4:1 instead of 8:1

Actually i think Rob advertises 5:1 just because nothing is perfect. It does draw 50A instead of 25A though....best to not have a massive stereo running a a aux charger setup.

The stock FRS/BRZ alternator is good for 130A.

[Sojhinn]

Originally Posted by fenton

Rob should be able to hook you up with a aux fairly quickly. It increases the recharge rate to 4:1 instead of 8:1



Actually i think Rob advertises 5:1 just because nothing is perfect. It does draw 50A instead of 25A though....best to not have a massive stereo running a a aux charger setup.



The stock FRS/BRZ alternator is good for 130A.

I've got a system in my car. No issues.


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[fenton]

Originally Posted by Sojhinn

I've got a system in my car. No issues.


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OH i know it wont cause a problem. But if you are running the aux, blasting the stereo and running the AC and defrosters you could be stressing the alternator unnecessarily.

lol

[brzaapi]

Originally Posted by fenton

OH i know it wont cause a problem. But if you are running the aux, blasting the stereo and running the AC and defrosters you could be stressing the alternator unnecessarily.

lol

Stereo? whats that?


Actually I do use my stereo, but A/C and stereo are never on while you're tracking....so no worries there.


I will get the AUX ordered. Thanks guys.




EDIT: Also, I am sure there is no issue....but can you use the AUX Charger with the new batteries? (PC680, ETX-16)

[WRB5titch]

Originally Posted by brzaapi

EDIT: Also, I am sure there is no issue....but can you use the AUX Charger with the new batteries? (PC680, ETX-16)

It shouldn't be a problem, I have the PC680 with the older 1.5 dump pack battery setup. no issues there.

@Sojhinn is rocking the new battery setup and his is driving like a dream.

[Sojhinn]

Originally Posted by brzaapi

Stereo? whats that?


Actually I do use my stereo, but A/C and stereo are never on while you're tracking....so no worries there.


I will get the AUX ordered. Thanks guys.




EDIT: Also, I am sure there is no issue....but can you use the AUX Charger with the new batteries? (PC680, ETX-16)

Yeah I'm running everything new. No issues. Also I feel like the pc680 helps balance the charge with large loads. No issues at all.

I've been running hids, sound system, etc and no hiccups.


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[brzaapi]

Well once I get the system (re)installed, and I get to another track day....I will be sure to report how the kit holds up to 15 min sessions. Not that I expect it to do something it can't....but I keep getting surprised by this little fan.


One thing about the ESC that is nice....you fellow ESC guys/gals are on it with the support. Much appreciated.

[l0aded]

Does anyone know if the Procedes have shipped or if we are supposed to get a tracking number when they do?

[PantsDants]

Originally Posted by l0aded

Does anyone know if the Procedes have shipped or if we are supposed to get a tracking number when they do?

I emailed the OpenFlash dudes, they said they'll ship out today or tomorrow.

[l0aded]

A question for those with PROcede already, how has the boost throughout the throttle affected your MPG? With the two stage lever there was pretty much no effect on my MPG (29-30mpg 50/50 local highway) since I only activate it a few times per drive but I'm curious what will happen when it is constantly activating.

[WRB5titch]

Man you get 29-30mpg?!

I'm averaging around 20mpg (and that's me trying) on e85....then again, I have a hard time trying NOT to engage boost...

[Sojhinn]

Originally Posted by l0aded

A question for those with PROcede already, how has the boost throughout the throttle affected your MPG? With the two stage lever there was pretty much no effect on my MPG (29-30mpg 50/50 local highway) since I only activate it a few times per drive but I'm curious what will happen when it is constantly activating.

Actually I'm getting better gas mileage. By about 2-3 miles per gallon.


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[l0aded]

Originally Posted by WRB5titch

Man you get 29-30mpg?!

I'm averaging around 20mpg (and that's me trying) on e85....then again, I have a hard time trying NOT to engage boost...

Wow haha. Is that 20mpg on the tachometer? I remember when I was running e85 I was actually getting lower than what the readout was.

Originally Posted by Sojhinn

Actually I'm getting better gas mileage. By about 2-3 miles per gallon.

Sounds like magic. Do you think it's because you don't need to WOT anymore?

[WRB5titch]

Originally Posted by l0aded

Wow haha. Is that 20mpg on the tachometer? I remember when I was running e85 I was actually getting lower than what the readout was.



Sounds like magic. Do you think it's because you don't need to WOT anymore?

Negative, got that number doing calculations after every fill up. Tach claims 24-25mpg.