Adrian@TORQEN Posted March 14, 2017 Share Posted March 14, 2017 (edited) Hi guys, Some more great news, as of yesterday TORQEN is a SprintBooster Authorised Dealer. A new section on the website will be live pretty soon. For now these can be ordered via PM here. This is only available for both 350z and 370z. Price is £234 inc VAT and delivery. Forum members will receive a discount, still working on this. A quick presentation of the SprinBooster device below: ==== Automobiles in the 21st century have replaced the more conventional throttle cable technology for an ECM (Electronic Control Module) that translates pedal travel into electronic signals in order to provide power to the wheels. The ETC system (Electronic Throttle Control) – also known as drive-by-wire – has the unfortunate downside of delayed throttle response and subdued acceleration, creating problems in certain circumstances such as up-hill starts, quick gearchanges, overtaking, etc.The Sprint Booster aims to overcome this throttle response delay for ETC-equipped vehicles, providing crisp on-tap acceleration at the driver’s disposal. Sprint Booster might very well be the “smartest†gadget on your car. It is a device that improves acceleration by continuously measuring and converting the digital signal provided by the ETC’s potentiometer, and providing the ECM with a new and altered signal. The design of the Sprint Booster allows for its easy installation in all models, without the need to cut any wires (plug n’ play) or intervene in the automobile’s electronics (it does not affect other systems such as electronic injection, ABS, etc.). Sprint Booster connects on the accelerator pedal connector. All you need to do is disconnect the OE connector from the accelerator pedal and connect Sprint Booster in between (one side connects to the pedal and one side on the OE connector). Results Sprint Booster is aimed at all drivers with ECT-equipped cars, who are after a safer and more exciting automotive experience. At low revs, the engine responds at approximately half the time in comparison to before. The delay time whilst accelerating in 3rd and 4th gear and the engine in the mid-range, is almost zero. Big differences in the higher rev range. Improved response for downshifts and safer overtaking. Overall safety and more fun on the road! ==== Edited March 15, 2017 by Adrian@TORQEN Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STYLZ Posted March 14, 2017 Share Posted March 14, 2017 Are these pretty similar to the D1 spec TC? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adrian@TORQEN Posted March 14, 2017 Author Share Posted March 14, 2017 Yes, but with more features, as explained above. Another video here: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adrian@TORQEN Posted March 14, 2017 Author Share Posted March 14, 2017 One more: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly350z Posted March 14, 2017 Share Posted March 14, 2017 We need someone on here to test one and post live results. Im really interested in this and its potential benefits! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobPhoboS Posted March 14, 2017 Share Posted March 14, 2017 Actually that's pretty cool indeed ! I like that you can lock out the throttle completely, or have it in the valet modes too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adrian@TORQEN Posted March 14, 2017 Author Share Posted March 14, 2017 We need someone on here to test one and post live results. Im really interested in this and its potential benefits! There are hundreds of videos on YouTube, but feel free to volunteer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STYLZ Posted March 14, 2017 Share Posted March 14, 2017 I'm willing to test one out and do a full review of it for free if that's any use Adrian. 😉 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adrian@TORQEN Posted March 14, 2017 Author Share Posted March 14, 2017 I'm willing to test one out and do a full review of it for free if that's any use Adrian. í ½í¸‰ These will available to order later today, will post links here soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul K Posted March 14, 2017 Share Posted March 14, 2017 Be interested to see one tested. I was nearly tempted to get the D1 spec controller but may hold fire a bit Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly350z Posted March 14, 2017 Share Posted March 14, 2017 (edited) Id happily offer my Z for the sake of live testing for your website and forum Adrian but I dont have a front bumper at the moment, unless one can be slung on for the sake of it? Id love to see live testing, especially of the improved throttle response and valet mode / pedal lock. Certainly a safe feature to have on these cars and I can see lots of benefits! Edited March 14, 2017 by Olly350z Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adrian@TORQEN Posted March 14, 2017 Author Share Posted March 14, 2017 Guys, there are hundreds of videos already on YouTube and on SprintBooster website, nothing left to be proven, but I do appreciate your willing to help, so thank you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ekona Posted March 14, 2017 Share Posted March 14, 2017 This is the same bit of kit I installed on a mate's Gallardo the other week, much simpler to set up than the D1 was. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul K Posted March 14, 2017 Share Posted March 14, 2017 (edited) Guys, there are hundreds of videos already on YouTube and on SprintBooster website, nothing left to be proven, but I do appreciate your willing to help, so thank you! i've just watched a few....they do seem very simple to install, and the throttle response is much improved.........something else to save up for...hmmmph Edited March 14, 2017 by Paul K Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattyp370z Posted March 14, 2017 Share Posted March 14, 2017 Spoke to you on FB about these. Can I order one please. Can you PM ale please! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adrian@TORQEN Posted March 14, 2017 Author Share Posted March 14, 2017 370z link here: https://www.torqen.uk/specials/sprint-booster/nissan/9302-370z-sprint-booster-v3-rsbj371.html 350z link here: https://www.torqen.uk/specials/sprint-booster/nissan/9301-350z-sprint-booster-v3-rsbj351.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KyleR Posted March 15, 2017 Share Posted March 15, 2017 Is it actually throttle response that it alters, or throttle position like the D1? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adrian@TORQEN Posted March 16, 2017 Author Share Posted March 16, 2017 Stocking order shipped from the factory today, should be here early next week. All existing orders should be shipped the same day. Looking forward for some feedback here on the forum Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strudul Posted March 16, 2017 Share Posted March 16, 2017 (edited) Is it actually throttle response that it alters, or throttle position like the D1? Pretty sure that due to where it's connected, it can only modify the throttle position like the D1. (Plus the extra features and ease of connecting.) Edited March 16, 2017 by Strudul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KyleR Posted March 16, 2017 Share Posted March 16, 2017 Is it actually throttle response that it alters, or throttle position like the D1? Pretty sure that due to where it's connected, it can only modify the throttle position like the D1. (Plus the extra features and ease of connecting.) Thats my assumption too, however the info in the OP suggests otherwise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strudul Posted March 16, 2017 Share Posted March 16, 2017 (edited) Thats my assumption too, however the info in the OP suggests otherwise. I think their marketing stuff just words it in a misleading way. My understanding that it's impossible for them to do anything but modify the voltage input that says how far the pedal has been pressed. If it did anything else, then acceleration would be affected, but it's not. That being said, I can see the appeal, and you can feel the difference due to it being much jerkier. (The extra features sound nice too.) Edited March 16, 2017 by Strudul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattyp370z Posted March 16, 2017 Share Posted March 16, 2017 I've ordered one so let's see what happens!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adrian@TORQEN Posted March 16, 2017 Author Share Posted March 16, 2017 I've ordered one so let's see what happens!!! They're on the way, here tomorrow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adrian@TORQEN Posted March 20, 2017 Author Share Posted March 20, 2017 First sets were shipped out today, watch out for delivery tomorrow! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattyp370z Posted March 22, 2017 Share Posted March 22, 2017 Well sos far the kit seems good, I think it feels more responsive in the highest setting. Don't really see the point in having so many settings though. Easy to install. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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