Standalone ecu for a st205, Worth it? Options

[skogs]

Hi, a workshop is changing the engine in my st205, and they have given me an offer to change the ecu to a haltech stand-alone and remap it for a total of about 900£ extra. Do you think this will be worth it? They will be putting in a Spec stage 3+ clutch while they're at it.

[skogs]

I will probably go for it then. The mechanic recommended me to switch to the original air intake, but with a KN panel filter. Could i still use the hks dump valve? And does it serve a purpose other than being louder than the stock one?

And one other thing, is it really necessary to have a turbo timer? Currently there is an apexi timer installed, but it feels a bit silly to walk away with the car still running. i Usually dont drive like a mad man just before parking.

[malpaso]

The mechanic recommended me to switch to the original air intake, but with a KN panel filter.

My mechanic did the same. Why making cold air intake box when you can use OEM one? I have OEM air intake box with apexi panel filter.

Could i still use the hks dump valve? And does it serve a purpose other than being louder than the stock one?

Why not? I have after-market Greddy dump valve installed . Purpose I see in chance to adjust it better (to open when should be opened in relation to your setup. Not more, not less). ..and I also like the sound .

And one other thing, is it really necessary to have a turbo timer? Currently there is an apexi timer installed, but it feels a bit silly to walk away with the car still running. i Usually dont drive like a mad man just before parking.

no... never had it on my car . No worries to remove it

This post has been edited by malpaso: Nov 26, 2013 - 8:28 AM