RedfireV8
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I came across this one day while looking through the internets on proper heel-toe techniques. I thought it was definitely a cool product for any make or model with ETC and a manual transmission. My interest was sparked again a month or so ago when there was a thread that popped up with aftermarket pedals to actually make heel-toe easier. I eventually came across the guys over on the Boss forums who raved about it and how it helped their lap times, etc. It's a pretty good read over there.
http://bossmustangsonline.com/index.php?PHPSESSID=msudfafe59542qqcnosm48gu45&topic=4435.0
http://auto-blip.com/index.php?route=common/home
A quick overview of what the AutoBlip is:
Obviously everyone knows about heel-toe but not everyone can do it or do it correctly, every time and be consistent. After reading reviews and watching some videos, it seems this would be a nice option to have for the 07'. After talking with Andres, the owner, it seems it would be no issue and he would only have to add 1 additional gas pedal wire tap as the 05-09(10?) has 3 APPS (Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor) while the 11-14 have only 2. Thanks to Andres for finding and sending the APPS schematic to me without me even asking about it. He was very prompt and detailed with his responses. Says a lot about someone and their business.
Now for the 11-14 guys its been documented so there is an install guide but for the 05-09 there isn't. Andres did let me know there was one other shop that did it but did not document the install. Basically, really you can follow the 11-13 guide as it's pretty much the same you just have to tap into the correct colored wire for your year. The clutch and brake was fairly simple to figure out and having the throttle schematic made it super easy. The hardest part is being on your back, underneath the dash trying to reach up and actually tapping the wires. I actually trimmed back a lot of the tape and wire loom to make things easier for tapping. I'll be sure to post up the correct wires to tap into soon.
I haven't been able to take it out to the track just yet but it's so simple and yet works so well. Great thing is you can simply turn it off with a push of a button and everything functions as normal when your on the street. The next track day in May is when I'll be really testing this thing out. I'll be sure to post up how things go then.
I have a base model car so I figured this would be a great, within arm's reach location.
Testing after tapping into the pedals. Luckily I got it all right after the first try. Was pretty proud of myself.
http://bossmustangsonline.com/index.php?PHPSESSID=msudfafe59542qqcnosm48gu45&topic=4435.0
http://auto-blip.com/index.php?route=common/home
A quick overview of what the AutoBlip is:
Product Overview
The AUTO-BLiP is a new patent pending electronic device that will automatically blip (open) the throttle when downshifting gears on an automobile equipped with a manual transmission and an electronic throttle control (ETC) or throttle-by-wire system. AUTO-BLiP works by monitoring your automobile’s accelerator pedal position sensor (TPPS), brake pedal, and clutch pedal, and only blips the throttle when both brake and clutch pedals are pressed simultaneously. AUTO-BLiP reduces mechanical wear and tear on manual transmissions, improves vehicle stability when downshifting gears, and eliminates the need for the heel-and-toe driving technique.
Features
-Simple connection to your vehicle’s existing sensors. The AUTO-BLiP connects directly to your vehicles throttle pedal position sensor (TPPS), brake pedal switch, and clutch safety interlock switch.
-On-the-fly tuning capability made easy via the two face plate mounted dials. By simply turning the dial labeled “DURATION”, the user is able to set the desirable RPM blip level. The “DELAY” dial allows for the addition of a constant time delay from the time a downshift event is sensed to when the unit generates the throttle blip event.
-Simple one-time calibration routine for easy interface to your vehicle’s OEM sensors. Once AUTO-BLiP has been properly installed to your vehicle, a six step calibration routine allows it to learn your vehicle’s throttle, brake, and clutch configuration.
-Four LEDs display the unit’s functional status. The AUTO-BLiP provides the user with a simple and easy to view status of the brake pedal, clutch pedal, and blip events.
-On/Off button mode. By simply toggling the On/Off face plate mounted button, the unit will toggle between the active blip mode and a bypass low power mode.
-One unit fits all automobiles. This allows installation of the same AUTO-BLiP unit on multiple vehicles. Simply follow the calibration routine for the new vehicle and you’ll be ready to go. Note: some vehicles may require additional accessories
-Will not interfere with your vehicles on-board diagnostics. The AUTO-BLiP has been designed to work with your vehicle’s OEM electronics without causing any engine fault codes
-Auto power down mode. The AUTO-BLiP will automatically go into bypass low power mode after 6 hours inactivity.
Obviously everyone knows about heel-toe but not everyone can do it or do it correctly, every time and be consistent. After reading reviews and watching some videos, it seems this would be a nice option to have for the 07'. After talking with Andres, the owner, it seems it would be no issue and he would only have to add 1 additional gas pedal wire tap as the 05-09(10?) has 3 APPS (Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor) while the 11-14 have only 2. Thanks to Andres for finding and sending the APPS schematic to me without me even asking about it. He was very prompt and detailed with his responses. Says a lot about someone and their business.
Now for the 11-14 guys its been documented so there is an install guide but for the 05-09 there isn't. Andres did let me know there was one other shop that did it but did not document the install. Basically, really you can follow the 11-13 guide as it's pretty much the same you just have to tap into the correct colored wire for your year. The clutch and brake was fairly simple to figure out and having the throttle schematic made it super easy. The hardest part is being on your back, underneath the dash trying to reach up and actually tapping the wires. I actually trimmed back a lot of the tape and wire loom to make things easier for tapping. I'll be sure to post up the correct wires to tap into soon.
I haven't been able to take it out to the track just yet but it's so simple and yet works so well. Great thing is you can simply turn it off with a push of a button and everything functions as normal when your on the street. The next track day in May is when I'll be really testing this thing out. I'll be sure to post up how things go then.
I have a base model car so I figured this would be a great, within arm's reach location.
Testing after tapping into the pedals. Luckily I got it all right after the first try. Was pretty proud of myself.
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