Hydra Nemesis

[mbtoloczko]

Originally Posted by Sov13t

Yes, the Hydra has knock maps, fuel cut maps, Make me a sammich map, bored in traffic map... traction maps...

Too bad SVX owners are generally cheap, and do not realize that the $$$ vs benefit is off the charts with this EMS.

-Sov13t.

I feel for your perspective, but I can't really fault SVX owners for being cheap. One of the attractions of the SVX has been an interesting car for not much money. And realistically, since there isn't much more that can be had over the stock tune with an NA motor, the Nemesis is only needed for people who plan to turbo or SC the motor. Its perfect for those people though, and they should all be buying one.

RE: knock maps/algorithm - Not much use if they aren't properly calibrated. Has anyone (e.g. Hydra or some fanatical member) generated an accurate table or tuned the algorithm?

[TomsSVX]

Originally Posted by mbtoloczko

I feel for your perspective, but I can't really fault SVX owners for being cheap. One of the attractions of the SVX has been an interesting car for not much money. And realistically, since there isn't much more that can be had over the stock tune with an NA motor, the Nemesis is only needed for people who plan to turbo or SC the motor. Its perfect for those people though, and they should all be buying one.

RE: knock maps/algorithm - Not much use if they aren't properly calibrated. Has anyone (e.g. Hydra or some fanatical member) generated an accurate table or tuned the algorithm?

The knock function is based on a count threshold. Basically, if the engine sees what needs to be defined as ignition knock beyond a certain count it defaults timing and fuel to a limp home map which flickers the CEL and runs like total crap... I have not been too far into this because I have been setting up really basic road tunes just to get these systems going... I have done my best to make it absolutely clear to all owners it needs to be tuned by a certified Hydra tuner, who should be making the proper trims for knock thresholds

Tom

[TomsSVX]

Originally Posted by mbtoloczko

I feel for your perspective, but I can't really fault SVX owners for being cheap. One of the attractions of the SVX has been an interesting car for not much money. And realistically, since there isn't much more that can be had over the stock tune with an NA motor, the Nemesis is only needed for people who plan to turbo or SC the motor. Its perfect for those people though, and they should all be buying one.

RE: knock maps/algorithm - Not much use if they aren't properly calibrated. Has anyone (e.g. Hydra or some fanatical member) generated an accurate table or tuned the algorithm?

And for the record, there is a lot to gained from this system on any car... Simply the much smoother less raw application and control of the power band is enough for me to want one in a totally stock car

Tom

[mbtoloczko]

Originally Posted by TomsSVX

And for the record, there is a lot to gained from this system on any car... Simply the much smoother less raw application and control of the power band is enough for me to want one in a totally stock car

Tom

I totally understand the value even with an NA motor, and if I still had my SVX, I'm sure I'd have a Nemesis by now. Its just an economics thing for most people.

[Johnybeas]

my understanding is that unless someone takes it over (aka goes to the training and has a business) these will no longer be available to us because Tom is no longer in the SVX business.

[sunvalleyray]

John,

Sounds like a perfect job for you!

sunvalleyray

[TomsSVX]

Not 100% whether or not I will stick around for it, all depends on drive from the community... AKA if it is worth it to me to keep selling them

Tom

[Johnybeas]

Originally Posted by sunvalleyray

John,

Sounds like a perfect job for you!

sunvalleyray

when I win the lottery or don't lose 170 bucks in wendover.... damn holdum! but yes I'm considering it, but I don't have the financial backing right now, it'll take a while before I'm able to.

[sabin]

i plan to buy one in the future, hopefully they are still available then