http://www.twmperformance.com/pedalbox/mazda-pedalbox.htm
only for pre 2007 mz2 =[ any chance itll work on the 2011+?
if this works id love to get better response. specially on the 2.
Why? I've never understood why people buy these. Either step on the pedal quicker yourself (performance) or don't step on it as much ("eco mode"). If I was in a spot to drop 300 on my 2, I'd be calling Corksport and getting something worth putting on the car. Just my thoughts. Give it a shot if you like it.
and i drive an auto.
this isn't helping throttle response
mazda2 has a terrible DBW
I recently got the sprint booster, it does work as stated, throttle response is improved considerably. Same effect as the one reached by an ecu reflash when it comes to throttle response. Of course thee reflash does more.
Andres
This is a pretty newbie question, but what does that mean? Can you explain the signs/symptoms of poor throttle response vs. considerably improved throttle response?
For instance, I've noticed that when slowing down to a near stop (just rolling), there is a moment when the gas pedal seems to not work - i.e. I have the car in 1st gear, press the gas, let off the clutch, and the car nearly stalls because the signal from the gas pedal seems to be cut off and nothing happens at the engine. I do not notice this when starting from a standstill. Is this the sort of thing that is addressed by the pedal box?
-Matt
These things are gimmicks. They don't "speed up" you throttle in any way. They're just simple amplifiers: http://www.peony888.com/VS/SprintBooster.pdf.
Basically, they amplify the signal to the throttle body from the pedal. Depending on the "level" 10% throttle could be 20% throttle body opening. Because you can't exceed 100% open it just means you'll max the throttle body earlier and the remaining pedal travel does nothing. Save your money; just push the pedal harder.
I did my research as well as I can't stand the drive-by-wire system in the 2. I own or have owned four vehicles (two have been manual) that are drive-by-wire and the 2 is by far the most laggy. I then came across that article, which just happens to be written against the most popular version of this device out there, and the one you chose. Based on his observations and conclusions I determined it wasn't worth $300 for something I could build myself for 1/10 the price to do something I could achieve simply by applying more throttle input. I've no need to try the product because you can't argue with the science behind the device. I personally don't care about other peoples' "experiences" because of the placebo effect; that is, a sugar pill can cure cancer. Did you read the article I linked?I read and research for days before I bought it, many people thought as well as you, but other serious forums like Audi and Mini, gave it good reviews; in reality this does not increase the power of the car. Some do modify the throttle opening like you said. Others change the timing and speed of the throttle response. In my opinion is not a gimmick, it does what it says, I drove it , it gave me consistently almost a second in a 40 seconds autocross practice course. The response to the throttle is faster , the car accelerates sooner in consequence there is a gain when it comes to Autocross ( my issue is its legality).
Not trying to get into an argument I just think that is easy to give an opinion if you tried the product, that 's what I did, I loved it...
Andres
Did you read the article I linked?
I rather get the Dynotronics ECU Flash my self
Eager to hear your report on tuned by ECUnleashed. Did you send in ECU or take your car to one of the tuning centers? It looks like a lot of the tuning centers are motorcycle shops, and I was curious if they would be able to do a Mazda 2.
